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1 hr
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4.6
Gabriele JahnUnited Kingdom
Singing, interaction with the audience, stuffed animals (baby, caterpillar)
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The Smeds and The Smoos
DURATION
CLOSING DATE
Until September 7, 2025
AGE LIMIT
Suitable for 3+ yrs
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£12.50
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Why watch The Smeds and The Smoos?
- Witness a new space odyssey on stage, as the much-loved book by Children Laureate Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Smeds and The Smoos is brought to life in London’s West End for a limited run this summer.
- Enjoy the fresh take on Romeo and Juliet, but first, get ready for a day of fun, music, and dancing.
- Young Smed Janet and Smoo Bill defy their feuding families and flee into space. This Olivier Award–nominated adaptation transforms their star-crossed love into a joyful journey of unity and acceptance through space and song.
- Tall Stories -the company behind The Gruffalo's Child and Room with a Broom- sets the stage with imaginative puppetry, cleverly designed alien worlds, and water-pistol slime monsters. The cast of four effortlessly switches between characters, songs, narration, and audience moments. Critics praise the show as “magnificent… a tour‑de‑force family show” and “enchanting and incredibly engaging… a beautiful adaptation.” With interactive gags, cheeky monster contraptions, and catchy musical numbers, kids and grown-ups alike are swept along.
- This amazing new show is sure to entertain your entire family, including the tiny tots. What are you waiting for? Get your hands on some The Smeds and The Smoos tickets and make a day out of it.
The Smeds and The Smoos tickets are now on sale. The production will be hosted at the Lyric Theatre from the 20th of July to the 3rd of September. Book your The Smeds and The Smoos tickets now to avoid disappointment later! The Smeds and The Smoos was written in 2019 and adapted from the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler by Tall Stories, the production company behind The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Toby Mitchell takes on the role of director, with Barney George acting as the set and costume designer, and Peter Harrison as the lighting designer. Jon Faber and Andy Shaw from JollyGoodTunes create the sound design while Yvonne Stone is the puppet designer.
Storyline
The Smeds and The Smoos is a revolutionary new rendition of Romeo and Juliet that follows two aliens of two different races on an interplanetary odyssey! The red Smeds never interact with Smoos, who are blue. Which is why, when a young Smed and Smoo go on to become romantically involved, their families have a hard time welcoming or even accepting their relationship. Watch as young Smed and Smoo battle the animosity between their two distinct clans, fall in love, and soar into space together. Grab some The Smeds and The Smoos tickets today!
Show timings
Show timings for The Smeds and The Smoos may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & crew
- Leading roles: Felicia Akin-Tayo as Janet, Antony Lam as Bill, Abbey Norman as Grandmother Smoo, Patrick Bridgman as Grandfather Smed
- Director: Toby Mitchell
- Author: Julia Donaldson
- Illustrator: Axel Scheffler
- Set and costume designer: Barney George
- Music and lyrics: Jon Fiber & Andy Shaw (for Jollygoodtunes)
- Puppet designer: Yvonne Stone
- Lighting designer: Peter Harrison
- Choreographer: Julia Cave
- Costume supervisor: Martin Rodges
- Assistant director: Penny Dyer
- BSL interpreter: Rachel Merry
- BSL facilitator: Jeni Draper
- Company stage manager: Meg Stephens
- Assistant stage manager: Mel Fritz-Liu
- Production manager: James Dawson
- Collaborator: Zhaolin Zhou
- R&D co-director: Olivia Jacobs
- Set construction: Barney George
- Set build contributors: Stanley George, Dick George, Ruth Mulholland, Jake Palmer-Simmons, Ted Harrison
- Model maker: Stanley George
- Floor cloth painter: Claire Winfield
- Props maker: Anita Gander
- Assistant puppet makers: Lynsey Baker, Teresa Collins, Tori Chilcott, Laura Harvey
- Costume makers: Jane Thomas Colquhoun, Meg Roberts, Chantelle Gonzalez Saravia
- Publicity design: Dewynters
Note: Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
Age & content guide
- This show is recommended for ages 3+.
- Children under 18 months will be allocated entry to the show, on the understanding that they will not be given a seat and will be classed as ‘babes in arms’.
Lyric Theatre Read more
Lyric Theatre is perhaps one of the oldest West End theatres, located on Shaftesbury Avenue in the City of Westminster. The theatre opened its doors on December 17th, 1888 and originally specialized in musical productions. Designed by the renowned architect C.J. Phipps for producer Henry Leslie, it has a seating capacity of 915. The light opera Dorothy, whose profits were used to build this theatre, was relocated from its previous site to inaugurate it.
Lyric Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting there
Address: 29 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7ES, United Kingdom
Tube: The nearest tube stations are Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly Line) and Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly Lines)
Bus: Bus lines servicing the area include 12, 14, 19, 38 (Shaftesbury Avenue); 6, 15, 23, 88, 93, 139, 159, 453 (Regent Street)
Facilities & accessibility
Available facilities: Bar, Cloakroom, Toilets
Accessibility: wheelchair spaces available, Accessible Toilets, Assistance Dogs Allowed, Wheelchair Spaces Available
Additional information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets redemption
- You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
- Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!
Cancellation & refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
Ratings & reviews
4.6
109 ratings
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Gabriele
Jul 2025Verified booking
Singing, interaction with the audience, stuffed animals (baby, caterpillar)
View original review in German
Yasmeen
Aug 2025Verified booking
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Frequently asked questions about The Smeds and The Smoos
How much do the The Smeds and The Smoos tickets cost?
The cost of the The Smeds and The Smoos tickets will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
What age is The Smeds and The Smoos appropriate for?
The Smeds and The Smoos is suitable for ages 3 and above. Children under 18 months can enter and will be classed as ‘babes in arms’, they won’t be given a seat.
Where is The Smeds and The Smoos playing in London?
The Smeds and The Smoos is playing at Lyric Theatre in London and opens on 20 July 2023.
How long does The Smeds and The Smoos run for?
The running time of The Smeds and The Smoos is 1 hour with no intermission.
What is The Smeds and The Smoos about?
The Smeds and The Smoos is a show about love and overcoming barriers of hatred.
Who are the main stars of The Smeds and The Smoos?
The main stars of The Smeds and The Smoos are Felicia Akin-Tayo as Janet, Robert Penny as Bill, Andrea Sadler as Grandmother Smoo, Tom Capper as Grandfather Smed with Grace Liston understudying.