Give one of these cool family-friendly events a go this half term…

The Little Mermaid at the Colour House Theatre until June 26

Hans Christian Andersen’s enchanting tale of a mermaid who longs to live on the land in brought to life in this children’s musical. Tickets cost £12 or £10 children and concessions. Go to colourhousetheatre.co.uk

Grandad and Me at Battersea Arts Centre at 11am and 2.30pm on Saturday, June 4, and Sunday, June 5

Suitable for children aged five and up, this tale of a young girl who is missing her grandad is described as a ‘living storybook’. Tickets cost from £10. Go to bac.org.uk

Fairy and Pirate Academy at St Mary’s Church Hall, Putney, from 11am to 12.30pm on Tuesday, May 31

Here’s your chance to learn the correct way to be a fairy or a pirate, from casting spells and learning the lingo to hunting for treasure, walking the plank, dancing at a mini disco, getting glitter tattoos and playing games. £10.99, including one free accompanying adult. Go to bellaprincessevents.co.uk

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Warcraft: The Beginning (12A), out Friday, June 3. Previews from Monday, May 30

The massively successful game franchise and its giant universe finally hits the cinema with two opposing worlds brought together on a collision course. It is directed by Moon and Source Code’s Duncan Jones.

Make ‘em Laugh filmmaking club at Broomwood Hall School, Balham, from Tuesday, May 31, to Thursday, June 2

Kids aged seven to 19 can get involved in making a comedy film, working on their performance and storytelling skills. The practical course costs £175 includes a DVD. Go to sparks-ignite.com

Funky Moves holiday dance course at The Bedford, Balham, from 9.30am to 12.30pm Tuesday, May 31, to Friday, June 3

With fancy dress, dancing, games and crafts, the four-morning course has a superhero theme that will appeal to boys and girls aged four to 12. £95. Go to funkymovesdance.com

Pirate Treasure Hunt at London Wetland Centre from 10am to 4pm from Saturday, May 28, to Sunday, June 5

Can you help Captain Blackbeard find his lost treasure around the centre? Dressing up is encouraged and the trail costs £1, plus normal admission costs, including a small prize.

Playball Playdate at Eddie Catz, Putney from 10am to 1pm on Tuesday, May 31

Little ones aged three-and-a-half to seven can burn off some energy at a fun-filled morning with sports, games and skills. It costs £25 per child or £20 for siblings and they should bring a packed lunch (no nuts). It includes free play afterwards. Other half term fun includes chocolate workshops. Go to eddiecatz.com

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