A hearty pirate prepares for music, lights and action at Kids Week in London's West End

(Photograph) - A hearty pirate prepares for music, lights and action at Kids Week in London's West End, which runs from 20 August to 3 September. Now in its seventh year, the event, organised by the Society of London Theatres, gives children the opportunity to experience live performances for free. Under-fives can join in productions by theatre company Oily Cart and children from five to eight years old can take part in workshops. For further details contact Kids Week on 0870 444 6066 or visit www.kidsweek.co.uk.