Enter an endless world of play and invention in a limitless recycled playground for children and their grown-ups to tap into their imaginations. Children and their grown-ups are invited to play side by side in this space full of things you can move, change, combine, wear and reimagine.
Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out of waste materials repurposed for fun by The Herd Theatre.
The space features a design to ignite imaginations, a score composed from recycled sounds and a crowd-sourced play generator.
Children and their grown-ups are invited to play side by side in this space full of things you can move, change, combine, wear and reimagine. For ages 6 months – 11. Separate play sessions available for ages 6 months – 3 years, and ages 4 years – 11 years.
In REPLAY’s self-led experience, you can build your own worlds, invent your own games, be inspired by others and leave ideas for players to come.
The Herd Theatre is based in Hull and makes shows, installations and experiences for children and families. They play alongside children to create artworks that celebrate, interrogate and nurture the joy of childhood.
REPLAY was commissioned by Southbank Centre as part of Planet Summer in 2023. It is a co-production by Southbank Centre and The Herd Theatre.
REPLAY is part of the Imagine Festival - on at Southbank Centre from Tue 18 – Sun 23 Feb 2025 - join them for a fun-filled February half-term!
LittleBird Top Tip
Take advantage of the array of bars, cafe's and restaurants in your visit, see all the options here and bon appétit!
REPLAY is a Relaxed event. This means that they have a relaxed approach to noise and movement in the space, and you are free to enter and exit. A quieter space and noise-cancelling headphones are available for both adults and children. There are no changes made to light and sound effects.
Sensory Adapted sessions are available weekly on Sunday mornings and Thursday afternoons.
Sensory Adapted sessions have a maximum capacity of 30 people in the space and are intended for audiences with sensory sensitivities. This may include children, young people and adults with neurodivergence such as autism, learning difficulties or other sensory or communication needs.
Access
Southbank Centre are working hard to remove barriers, so that their facilities and events can be accessible to as many people as possible. All help points, toilets, performance and exhibition spaces at the Southbank Centre are accessible to all, as are the cafes, bars and restaurants. They also have excellent public transport links with step-free access. All information about booking wheelchair spaces, step-free access, blue badge parking, access maps and guides and other help available whilst you’re there, details about their accessibility can be found here.
Age guidance
For ages 6 months – 11. Separate play sessions available for ages 6 months – 3 years, and ages 4 years – 11 years.
Event information
Every adult and child needs a ticket apart from babes in arms aged under 6 months at the time of the event.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. No unaccompanied adults are allowed.
Play sessions are differentiated by age with sessions available for ages 6 months – 3 years, and 4 – 11 years. If you have children across both age groups we would recommend you book onto a session for 4 – 11 years olds.
This experience is self-led. This means it is up to you how you play in the space to make sure you keep yourself and your family group safe while playing. There are two members of staff in the space at all times to answer any questions, but they are not solely responsible for your safety.
Enter an endless world of play and invention in a limitless recycled playground for children and their grown-ups to tap into their imaginations. Children and their grown-ups are invited to play side by side in this space full of things you can move, change, combine, wear and reimagine.
Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out of waste materials repurposed for fun by The Herd Theatre.
The space features a design to ignite imaginations, a score composed from recycled sounds and a crowd-sourced play generator.
Children and their grown-ups are invited to play side by side in this space full of things you can move, change, combine, wear and reimagine. For ages 6 months – 11. Separate play sessions available for ages 6 months – 3 years, and ages 4 years – 11 years.
In REPLAY’s self-led experience, you can build your own worlds, invent your own games, be inspired by others and leave ideas for players to come.
The Herd Theatre is based in Hull and makes shows, installations and experiences for children and families. They play alongside children to create artworks that celebrate, interrogate and nurture the joy of childhood.
REPLAY was commissioned by Southbank Centre as part of Planet Summer in 2023. It is a co-production by Southbank Centre and The Herd Theatre.
REPLAY is part of the Imagine Festival - on at Southbank Centre from Tue 18 – Sun 23 Feb 2025 - join them for a fun-filled February half-term!
LittleBird Top Tip
Take advantage of the array of bars, cafe's and restaurants in your visit, see all the options here and bon appétit!
Dates & times
21 Jan – 01 Jun 2025
Standard entry
from £7.50*
* Excludes £3.50 booking fee.
Book as early as you can to ensure the best choice of tickets. Ticket prices may be adjusted without notice to reflect demand.
This event is held at the
Royal Festival Hall
Southbank Centre
The Royal Festival Hall is open daily.
Monday, 10am – 6pm*
Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 11pm
*If they’re hosting a performance, the building will stay open until the event ends.
REPLAY is a Relaxed event. This means that they have a relaxed approach to noise and movement in the space, and you are free to enter and exit. A quieter space and noise-cancelling headphones are available for both adults and children. There are no changes made to light and sound effects.
Sensory Adapted sessions are available weekly on Sunday mornings and Thursday afternoons.
Sensory Adapted sessions have a maximum capacity of 30 people in the space and are intended for audiences with sensory sensitivities. This may include children, young people and adults with neurodivergence such as autism, learning difficulties or other sensory or communication needs.
Access
Southbank Centre are working hard to remove barriers, so that their facilities and events can be accessible to as many people as possible. All help points, toilets, performance and exhibition spaces at the Southbank Centre are accessible to all, as are the cafes, bars and restaurants. They also have excellent public transport links with step-free access. All information about booking wheelchair spaces, step-free access, blue badge parking, access maps and guides and other help available whilst you’re there, details about their accessibility can be found here.
Age guidance
For ages 6 months – 11. Separate play sessions available for ages 6 months – 3 years, and ages 4 years – 11 years.
Event information
Every adult and child needs a ticket apart from babes in arms aged under 6 months at the time of the event.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. No unaccompanied adults are allowed.
Play sessions are differentiated by age with sessions available for ages 6 months – 3 years, and 4 – 11 years. If you have children across both age groups we would recommend you book onto a session for 4 – 11 years olds.
This experience is self-led. This means it is up to you how you play in the space to make sure you keep yourself and your family group safe while playing. There are two members of staff in the space at all times to answer any questions, but they are not solely responsible for your safety.
What makes Southbank Centre family friendly
Cafe
Toilets
Address and Contact Info
Southbank Centre
Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XX
Nearest Station: Waterloo London Underground Station
Nearest Station: Waterloo London Underground Station
Nearest Park: Jubilee Gardens