We're Going on a Bear Hunt
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
The smash-hit production of We're Going on a Bear Hunt returns vividly and noisily to the West End stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.
We're going to the West End
We're going to see a bear hunt
What a beautiful play!
We're not scared!
Join our intrepid family of adventurers and their musical dog on a quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure!
Adapted for the stage from the modern classic written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury.
‘A great hour of song, dance and fun.’ - Time Out
‘Quite simply, the best family show I’ve seen.’ - Sky Arts
‘A fun-filled delight. Brilliant.’ - Daily Mirror
‘Brilliantly inventive and engaging.’ - The Stage
‘A perfect mini-adventure for the summer holidays… Ingenious’. - Daily Mail
- Duration
55 minutes no interval
- Good To Know
Free Workshop after 11am performance 12th July (for ticket purchasers only)
for further inquiries ref. the free workshop please contact boxoffice@nimaxtheatres.com or by calling 0330 333 4815
Relaxed performance Friday 13 July 11am, Wednesday 8 August 2pm.
BSL performance Wednesday 18 July 11am
Additional Details & FAQ
- Access Information
For Accessibility information please contact 0330 333 4815
- Cancellation Policy
No exchanges or refunds.
- How Does It Work
You will receive a confirmation email with your booking reference. If you choose collect at box office please print this and bring it with you on the day of the show a minimum of 30 minutes before the performance start time. If you choose post - tickets are sent 5 days after purchase.
- Suitable For Children
3+ (guide only)
- Where Do I Go
Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7ES.
By Tube- Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo, Piccadilly)
By Bus- 14, 19, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94, 1
Reviews
Sarah
Sep 15, 2018
My 2 year old loved it, he sat still for the whole hour!
Bea
Sep 3, 2018
Second time watching it, with different kids, I'm 29 and I did enjoy it again, haha the kids absolutely loved it both times! They were amazed with all the interactions with the audience! They had such a fun time! 👌👌
Wendy
Sep 3, 2018
This was a brilliant production! Both my 8 year old and 4 year old were glued to the stage. I would go an see it again!
Gemma Blake
Sep 3, 2018
This was great! Really funny, really engaging, the musical stuff was brilliant the interactive element super fun. My 1 & a half and 4 year old nieces both absolutely loved it. Would definitely recommend!
Clarky80
Sep 3, 2018
Both me and my 4yr old really enjoyed the show. It was interactive and fun telling the story in a clever way with only four very talented actors on stage and clever use of props! We especially like 'Buddy' the dog and the snowstorm! Perfect length of time too before the little people got too fidgety.
Lesley
Aug 30, 2018
Two much symbolism. A simpler method of depicting crossing a river etc would have been more appropriate. Child with me didn't like the water spray and foam.
Natalie white
Aug 29, 2018
A wonderful show that had my four year old twins captivated from the start...catchy songs, vibrant acting and a few surprises along the way kept us truly entertained...would go again.
L Davies
Aug 28, 2018
My 3 year old loved it
The Parekh's
Aug 27, 2018
We took our 3 year old to see "We're going on a Bear Hunt and he absolutely loved it. My husband and I also had a fantastic time. Great for young children as it's interactive. Our favourite part was when they went through the river and made everyone get wet. We will definitely be coming back to the Lyric theatre.
Lorraine
Aug 22, 2018
The show was fantastic. Loved the audience inclusion. Captivated my 3 year old grandson. I find that many books do not translate well into stage shows this was an exception. Absolutely brilliant. I would highly recommend it
Anon
Aug 22, 2018
I thought I'd be bored but I had a big smile on my face the whole way through. My 2 year old loved it & was chuckling away. Very well put together & the dog is an excellent musician!
Faye
Aug 22, 2018
We loved this show. The music was catchy and it was brought to life brilliantly. We loved the snow storm and the lake the best! We took our 3 and a half year old and he loved it, but it's suitable for all the family.
Fox’s mum.
Aug 22, 2018
I took my 5 year old to see this and I don’t know who laughed more! Jolly and engaging, it was a superb 55mins well spent. The cast were incredible and multi talented. (And the bear isn’t scary 😉).
Ali
Aug 22, 2018
The cast were engaging and really involved the kids into the show. It was a fun event and my nearly three year old really enjoyed it. Everyone should go on a bear hunt!
Abby
Aug 22, 2018
We just loved it!! So far,the best entertaining show we'd been to👌
DMun
Aug 21, 2018
Fantastic show we went with our 4 year old who loved it. very interactive and kept her entertained from beginning to end. She loved the bear!
Jurnie's mummy
Aug 20, 2018
I took my 3 year old daughter for our girly day out she absolutely loved it! Especially the beat. She hasn't stopped talking about him. It's very interactive and the actors were fabulous. Can't praise it enough!!
French Toast
Aug 20, 2018
Great way to start a Sunday that to go see this performance. Kids loved it. The booking process and the ticket price on From the box office were excellent. A happy customer
P. Bartlett and LR
Aug 14, 2018
Thoroughly enjoyable day with my 5 year old Granddaughter watching “Were going on a bear hunt.” Fun, enjoyable and loved how the stage kept the audience amused and entertained. We both loved it.
Annon
Aug 13, 2018
Excellent performance
Emma
Aug 13, 2018
We came for my daughters 4th Birthday with a friend and her son of the same age. We had great seats near the front, and we thought the show from start to finish was fantastic. So interactive for the whole audience. The kids loved it, and we're glued to it all the way through. The performers put everything into the show. Would definitely recommend to others.
A Cook
Aug 13, 2018
Took my nearly 3 year old to see this at the weekend, and he really enjoyed it. The cast were excellent, the puppet baby was lovely, and the sound/music were great. The bear was an especially big hit with my son, as were the water pistols! Would definitely recommend this.
Demzie
Aug 12, 2018
We are going on a bear hunt was amazing and my son really enjoyed it, they involved the audience the whole time . A really good family theatre trip which the whole family will enjoy bringing a favourite and familiar children's book to life.
Charlie
Aug 12, 2018
A great show - the whole family really enjoyed it
Norfolk Family
Aug 12, 2018
A fantabulous show - I'm not sure who loved it most us or our kids! The show was simple but extremely effective with much laughter along the way - if you get the chance take your kids along.
Nazneen Adamjee
Aug 10, 2018
Simply great. Very good cast and adapted well to the story to make it fun.
Olivia
Aug 5, 2018
Lily my 3 year old daughter loved it, as did Mum and Dad. Its full of surprises and involves the audience too
Dizzybrunette
Aug 5, 2018
We went to see the Bear Hunt with our Four year old daughter. She absolutely loved it, it was engaging and immersive in some parts. Fantastic show. Thoroughly enjoyed by her and all the family of all ages.
Sharon
Aug 2, 2018
Interactive, well-paced, funny and musical. My 4 & 6 year old theatre companions enjoyed it very much.
Ruth
Aug 1, 2018
The actors enter into the spirit and really do their best,however I think they are limited by a rather tired production which has been going for quite a few years now . For example, the props used for each of the obstacles they have to "go though"could be made more imaginative and the songs could perhaps be renewed.
Margot and Daisy
Jul 30, 2018
Beautifully inventive with an excellent mix of music and excitement with lots of original features that helped the children get involved. Super!
Lucyanah Mustafa
Jul 29, 2018
We enjoyed it so much that we been twice ! We wish that next time the bear would be available after show for the children and family take photos with !
Rebecca Middleton
Jul 27, 2018
A fantastic production, my son absolutely loved it. He sad in awe the whole time. It was so good we have booked to go again!
Tyna Thompson
Jul 25, 2018
Most enjoyable with my granddaughter age 2years 8 months. Hit the right balance.fast moving ,fun,and participation. Would reccommend at the price we paid.£12 per seat.
The Eager’s
Jul 24, 2018
Children really enjoyed it especially the water guns and foam snow
Louisa
Jul 22, 2018
Absolutely fantastic and loads of fun!
London Mum
Jul 20, 2018
My little one enjoyed this interactive theatre production. She giggled loads and found it “very silly” as she put it.
S Demetriou
Jul 16, 2018
My 2.5 year old loved this show. he sat still and was engaged the whole way through. great interaction with the audience. Definitely recommend!
Marilyn Brittliff
Jul 13, 2018
The show was thoroughly enjoyed by my 5 year old grandson and myself. He was captivated by the story and the special effects. It was a beautiful experience for both of us. I had booked the tickets from Australia as a treat and was very glad to see his reaction to the actors.
Lou
Jul 12, 2018
Brilliant!
Mara
Jul 7, 2018
We all had a great time! It was a very engaging, funny, sweet play! The actors were really good! Thank you
Josie Atkins
Jul 6, 2018
I took my 4 year old son with a group of friends, fantastic show. I felt it was perfect length of time for the age group. My son was entertained from start to finish. Great talented cast.