Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! tickets

Join TV’s favourite doctors for a brand-new dino-mite adventure this Christmas at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall. Packed with fun, facts, and plenty of laughs, Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! is the perfect festive treat for the whole family. Don’t miss your chance to book official tickets today!

About Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart!

Dr Chris and Dr Xand return with another laugh-out-loud, jaw-dropping live show that mixes science, silliness, and spectacular stunts. This time, they’re going prehistoric, as they set out on a quest to discover the most dangerous, most powerful, most important fart in history. Expect mind-boggling experiments, riotous comedy, and a theatrical spectacle that makes learning seriously fun.

Perfect for curious kids, comedy lovers, and families looking for a unique Christmas outing, this is Operation Ouch as you’ve never seen it before—bigger, bolder, and smellier!

It’s worth the applause!

“A hit with kids and parents alike” – Audience Review
“Educational, entertaining, and hilarious” – Family Theatre Guide
“The perfect mix of science and silliness” – What’s On Stage

Please bear in mind

This is a family-friendly production recommended for ages 5+. Expect a few loud bangs, flashing lights, and a LOT of fart jokes!

Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! creatives

Presented by - Andrew Kay and Margot Teele
Written by - Xand Van Tulleken

Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! cast

Performed by - Dr Chris and Dr Xand Van Tulleken

Important information

Child policy: For ages 5+. Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult on our site.
Running time: 1 hour 20 mins
Performance dates: 22 Dec 2025 – 2 Jan 2026
Content: This performance features haze and laser lighting.
Special notice: Every adult and child needs a ticket, except for babes in arms aged under 18 months at the time of the performance who don’t need their own seat. Under-12s must be seated next to an accompanying adult.
Access: The performance at 11am on Friday 2 January is a Relaxed Performance. The performance at 2pm on Friday 2 January is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). To book tickets for BSL interpretation, email [email protected] or call 020 3879 9555.

Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! Tickets at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London