The Children closes on 3 October 2026, so book the date you can make. Seats at the Lyric Hammersmith are cheap, from £10 to £60, and peak and off-peak prices are close.

TodayTix has savings of up to 39%, and groups get the biggest reduction.

The Dress Circle is the prime choice, with panoramic, comfortable views. The Stalls get you close, but watch for neck strain and side angles, and the Upper Circle is the value pick, with a good overall view but less detail.