Family Theatre Shows

Family Theatre In Exeter

Looking for fun things to do with the family in Exeter or Devon? Discover unforgettable family theatre shows, children’s performances, and exciting activities near you, from best-loved family-friendly productions to the top theatre shows for kids. Perfect for family days out or things to do with the kids close to home, the Northcott and Barnfield Theatres are located in Exeter, and are easily reached from Plymouth, Torquay and the surrounding area. Our venues are fully family-friendly, and our cafés offer family-friendly food; a must-visit destination for family fun days out and half-term events.

Our Family Theatre Shows

Finding things to do near you during half term, at Christmas and throughout the year is easy with our offer of exciting family theatre shows, children’s performances and fun-filled activities.

An illustrated T-Rex roars against a green background.
Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live
Sat 21 Mar 2026
Northcott Theatre
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Oh Zeus! promotional artwork: three men dressed as Greek gods surrounded by clouds. In the middle stands Zeus, arms raised and holding a lightning bolt. Text reads; Le Navet Bete presents. Oh Zeus! (Five stars)
Oh, Zeus!
Wed 08 Apr 2026 – Sat 18 Apr 2026
Northcott Theatre
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Promo artwork. A cartoon of a blue horned monster on stage with a small green dragon, a purple unicorn, and a yellow alien. Text reads '
There’s A Monster In Your Show
Sat 25 Apr 2026 – Sun 26 Apr 2026
Northcott Theatre
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A cartoon illustration of a scientist being propelled into the air by a burst of bright green gas and a close up on a grotesque face. Text reads: 'Utterly Revolting Science Show'.
The Utterly Revolting Science Show
Tue 26 May 2026
Northcott Theatre
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A photo of a man taken from behind. He has headphones and a red t shirt on and is DJing in a large hall.
Family Deaf Rave
Sat 06 Jun 2026
Barnfield Theatre
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The Gruffalo artwork: blue background with an illustration of the Gruffalo. Text reads: 'The Gruffalo - Live on stage'. Four stars 'Irresistibly charming' The Sunday Times. Five stars 'An absolute delight' - The Scotsman.
The Gruffalo
Fri 26 Jun 2026 – Sun 28 Jun 2026
Northcott Theatre
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