Polka Theatre

This is a magical place for kids, it’s that simple. The quality of productions here is so high, they really are able to bring the bedtime stories you’ve read a hundred times to life. Even if one production doesn’t quite land for you, come back and the next show will amaze you and delight your kids. Bizarrely for a place visited by so many people renowned for being unable to hold for long there is only one male and one female toilet, so if there’s an adult in there taking their sweet time and your little one needs to go good luck. Also, when the cafe made a babyccino for our little one they served it boiling hot, which showed a lack of common sense. To end on a good note, there is also a wonderful free play area both inside and out to keep the little ones occupied before the show, so plan to come early. If you found my review or photos helpful please leave a quick like 🩶 Thank you 🎭

My daughter and I went to watch 'The boy with wings' it was a beautiful show and a lovely environment. Afterwards we spent some time in the play area, my daughter enjoyed the outdoor facilities and made friends whilst colouring at one of the drawing stations. Would definitely recommend watching the show and the Polka Theatre.

Fabulous production of 'I want my hat back'. My 3 year old was engaged and entertained the entire 45 min (and us). The actors did a great job and the venue itself is well thought out with play areas etc. We will be back.

I attended the polka theatre, on Thursday 17th of July with my daughters school. We watched "The boy with wings". All I can say is what a brilliant fun filled time it was the cast were outstanding in their performance. Even more when we were treated to questions with the cast. Honestly 5 stars is not enough of a rating for the hard work that the crew, cast director and even Sir Lenny Henry put in to telling a fantastic amazing story. Well done to you all 👏 I'd highly recommend going to see this

A local children's theatre in Wimbledon. I go once a year when my granddaughter visits. Booking is very easy, either online or at the booking office (I've never phoned). The theatre is a good size and we'll presented. For a children's introduction to theatre, its first class. Website is very informative and they do more for youngsters than put on shows. Each production we've seen has been very entertaining. This year it was "The Boy with Wings", an adaptation of Lenny Henry's book. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Wonderful theatre, cafe and indoor play space. My son and I attended #Can’tSitStill production of “Oh No George” and played in their indoor play space for an hour before hand whilst I drank a coffee from their beautiful cafe. The staff are brilliant: kind, caring, patient and considerate. The theatre is a great space to watch a performance. The cafe does a great number of vegan and vegetarian options including mylks. Next time we’re there we’ll have a full meal. Can’t wait to come back. Thank you to everyone there for being so awesome

Snowy Day is great for young toddlers. One man play. Not overstimulating. No food or drinks allowed in the auditorium except water. No shoes inside. You sit on the floor, there are big cushions. Or in the back row on the bench. There is a cafe. Sandwiches are very low quality. Might be a better idea to go somewhere else for food.

Fantastic inclusive theatre for you lr little ones. I love that they signed (BSL) the entire performance and also had the words written above on a screen. I would highly recommend it if you'd like to get your kids into theatre. Great little cafe and wonderful play areas.

The Polka is a cheerful looking children's theatre at the end of Wimbledon Broadway. One look at the cheery colours and decoration and their zany clock outside is enough to brighten your day if not your mood. They put on children's plays as well as children's events in the spaces inside. My interest is that I heard from Laura N that they moved the teddy bear collection from the National Teddy Bear Museum in Stratford-upon-Avon when it shut. Being an arctophile, I felt duty-bound to investigate. Basically, it's not a museum as they open at irregular hours but if you ask the staff, they will show you to the collection and it's free. The range isn't as big as it was in Stratford but at least they're trying to save it for future generations. A new national teddy bear museum. Now, that's an interesting project........

This is a lovely theatre. As I have not been to a theatre with children for a while, at first did not realise and appreciated how great it is. However after later going to other places I realised how special the Polka theatre is. It is a charity and has a special real care and meaning behind it's work. Other commercial places may seem superficially good, but they do not have that spirit of care and which makes it special. This can be seen how the actors look at people in the audience in the eye and are not just in their own world delivering the material by rote. The Polka Theatre is more for people who would like their children to be exposed to the goog quality higher arts. Rather than other places that do sensationalist rubbish that is like junk food which makes kids hyperactive and overexcited. it is a traditional old fashioned theatre with traditional old fashioned toys for the children to play with. However it is good and wholesome which is to myself is what matters. I hope this place stays around for a long time!

I went here with my Girlfriends family just after xmas for their show of Peter Pan. This is an awesome space for kids, the theatre is not that big i imagine it only seats 100 people or so, which means everyone is close to the action. Great stage and inventive set pieces with a clever prop department too. I imagine this play was quite magical to all the kids present and myself at moments. A smooth running cast and crew make the most of what they have to hand, taking you into the play and characters, a thoroughly enjoyed show with great ice cream at half time! A twist on the tale with a leather clad Elvis style Peter and some clockwork orange esque pirates made for a really great show with so many characters you struggle to understand how only 6 people take a bow at the end, multiple characters played by each and all done well. Certainly recommend this excellent little gem of a theatre for those wishing to entertain their children, simplest things are always the best! Thank you Polka, and well done to the cast and crew! Awesome job! (I have stated it has wheelchair access and a lift as i am pretty sure i saw that but please double check with the venue if this is needed).

This is a beautiful children's theatre - it's large and all the kids get good views. It has a nice little restaurant catering for littelies and a pretty little outside play area. In fact, my kids enjoyed it so much they didn't want to leave.