The Play That Goes Wrong

A group of amateur dramatic actors are staging a 1920s murder mystery, but everything that could possibly go wrong does. Doors slam shut on fingers, actors fall off ladders, props disappear, and the set itself begins to collapse. Despite the escalating chaos and mounting disasters, the determined cast tries their best to press on with the show, leading to hilariously disastrous consequences for the play-within-a-play.

The Play That Goes Wrong has been a massive critical and commercial success, lauded for its brilliant physical comedy, clever writing, and impeccable timing. It has garnered widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike for its sheer hilarity and the masterful execution of its complex slapstick. The show's popularity has led to numerous international productions and a long-running West End run.

• Praised for its ingenious physical comedy and relentless pace.

• Hailed as a masterclass in slapstick and comedic timing.

• Celebrated for its charmingly inept characters and escalating disaster.

Google audience: Audience reviews consistently highlight the show's incredible funniness, with many describing it as laugh-out-loud hilarious. Viewers appreciate the clever concept of a play within a play where everything goes wrong, and the cast's commitment to the chaotic performance is a common point of praise.

Olivier Award for Best New Comedy

The show was conceived by its creators, Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields, during their time at the University of Manchester, where they were members of the sketch comedy group "The Magnificent Touch" before forming Mischief Theatre.