
A summer full of wonder at Lawrence Batley Theatre
2025 June 27From big outdoor dance parties to colourful jungle adventures, we’ve lined up a summer of family fun right here in Huddersfield.
For kids who love getting creative, watching live shows, or just dancing in the sunshine, there’s something happening at ours to make the school holidays a little more magical for everyone.
What’s On
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Every Friday and Saturday in July |
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Fri 18 – Sun 20 July |
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Sat 27 July |
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Tue 29, Wed 30 & Thu 31 July |
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Fri 8 August |
Our Courtyard turns festival ground with Dinky Disco – Festival Style!
Forget muddy fields, this summer we’re bringing all the festival feels right to our courtyard!
Our Dinky Disco is back and bigger than ever, with live DJs, face painting, parachute play, interactive performances, and bubbles galore.
Expect everything from house and trance to garage and pop (with no baby shark in sight), and plenty of room to move and groove. A high-energy outdoor party for all the family – just bring your best dance moves.

Got little ones ready to experience theatre? Join us for The Elmer Adventure!
Can you spot a patchwork trunk in the jungle trees?
Get ready to explore a world of colour, kindness and creativity as The Elmer Adventure comes to Huddersfield from Fri 18 – Sun 20 July!
Based on the beloved books by David McKee, this charming stage adaptation brings everyone’s favourite patchwork elephant to life through songs, storytelling and puppetry.
This 60-minute show is a joyful introduction to live theatre for your little ones — and a heart-warming treat for grown-ups too!
Showtimes:
Fri 18 July – 1.30pm & 4pm
Sat 19 & Sun 20 July – 11am & 2pm

Robyn Hood: A great twist on a classic tale
A new heroine is in town – and she’s ready to stand up for what’s right.
Meet Robyn, a young girl from the big city who builds her own slice of Sherwood in a patch of green space. But when developers threaten her den, Robyn channels the spirit of her legendary namesake in this bold, musical reimagining.
With original live music, interactive storytelling, and integrated audio description, Robyn Hood is a fun and thoughtful family show about friendship, courage, and fighting for the things you care about.

Looking for something that’s fun, creative and something a little different? Our Summer Sessions are back!
Our one-day Summer Sessions drama workshops are perfect for young people aged 6–17 who want to get hands-on with some theatre magic.
Each day includes a behind-the-scenes tour, a chance to meet our technical team, and the opportunity to create and perform a short show on our main stage! It’s fun, supportive, and brilliant for young minds bursting with creativity.
Dates by age group:
Tue 29 July – Ages 12–17
Wed 30 July – Ages 9–11
Thu 31 July – Ages 6–8

So, what’s your family’s summer looking like?
Whether you’ve got toddlers who love a colourful story, older kids bursting with energy, or a teen looking for something different – there’s something happening at ours that’s bound to hit the spot.
We’d love to welcome you through our doors (and out into our Courtyard!). We’ll see you at ours this summer!