The Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch is one of our favorite places to go to see a bit of theatre. They have released their autumn 2026 schedule of events which include family shows and adult shows, all throughout the season. For those of you who have never been to the Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch, it’s a single theatre venue, with a bar, cafe, and a little children’s play area. Getting there ahead of your show allows you to order drinks or even have a little pastry at their cafe, which is always lovely.
The Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch’s Autumn 2026 season covers the next shows over the months of August, September, October, and November. There are a variety of different shows from children’s plays to horror-themed performances, to comedies. The use of the stage at this theatre is also always fantastic – transforming it to meet the needs of the show. We most recently went there to see There’s a Monster in your Show, a children’s performance, but have also seen tribute acts, farces, and of course pantomimes.
August 25th – 27th – The Tiger Who Came To Tea
Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!
This show is suitable for all ages.
September 24th – 27th – It Walks Around the House at Night
Following a sell-out UK tour, the award-winning ThickSkin present this chilling new play by Tim Foley (former Bruntwood Prize-winner). When an out-of-work actor takes a job playing a ghost at an old countryside manor, he expects nothing more than a few cheap scares. But as night after night unfolds, the role begins to blur with reality – and something far more sinister starts to emerge. Part ghost story, part psychological thriller, It Walks Around The House At Night draws audiences into a world of creeping dread, unexpected twists and dark humour. A haunted house story for a new era, brought to life through inventive staging, immersive sound and bold visual effects.
This show is suitable for ages 14 and above.
October 7th – 10th – Oh Zeus!
Kings of Comedy Le Navet Bete are back! For lovers of Fawlty Towers, Bottom and The Play That Goes Wrong, Oh Zeus! is a riotous, all-out hilarious ride through Greek mythology. When the stability of Olympus is threatened by the marriage of Zeus’s daughter Hebe to a mere mortal, the King of the Gods hatches a plan to derail the wedding. Three actors play 40 characters in this mythical farce through Ancient Greece, the Underworld and back. Expect sensational physical comedy, outrageous jokes, fast paced chaos, and more togas than you can smash a plate at.
This show is suitable for ages 12 and above.
October 15th – 31st – The Disappearing Man
Returning to the once-glittering Clacton-on-Sea, washed-up magician Bazza Cadabra is ready for a final comeback, determined to reclaim the spotlight and prove he’s still got what it takes 20 years on. But every trick has a price. This comeback isn’t just about applause. At the heart of Bazza’s ambition is something far more fragile, his bond with his son. Bound by shared secrets, old tricks, and unfinished business, their reunion sparks hope, rivalry, and the possibility of something extraordinary. As Bazza faces a flashy young magician, a no-nonsense new manager, and the family he left behind, the lines between performance and reality begin to blur. Packed with theatrical flair, live magic, and emotional punch, The Disappearing Man is a bold new drama about legacy, illusion, and second chances as one-man risks everything for his last great trick.
This show did not have an age rating.
November 18th – January 2nd – Robin Hood
String your bows and join us for some festive fun in the Forest of Havering this Christmas, as Robin Hood hits the bullseye in a brand-new, laugh-out-loud panto adventure! With his Merry Band beside him and the brilliant, brave Maid Marian leading the charge, our cheeky outlaw is ready to outwit the greedy Sheriff, with daring tricks, silly mishaps and plenty of audience mischief along the way! Perfect for the whole family, this action-packed adventure is bursting with catchy songs, dazzling sets and costumes, and side-splitting panto fun. You’ll find heroes to cheer, villains to boo, and more surprises than you can shake an arrow at! So, will Robin, Marian, and their Merry Band save the day, defeat the Sheriff, and bring peace back to the forest? There’s only one way to find out… Oh yes there is!
This show is suitable for all ages.
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