Plays

The Play That Goes Wrong Tickets

Name: The Play That Goes Wrong
Start: 2026-04-19T15:00:00
End: 2026-04-19T17:05:00
Location: Duchess Theatre

Actors performing a chaotic scene in "The Play That Goes Wrong" on stage.

Actors performing a comedic scene in "The Play That Goes Wrong" on stage.

Actors in a comedic scene from "The Play That Goes Wrong" on stage.

Cast members on stage during a chaotic scene from "The Play That Goes Wrong.

Duration

2 hr 5 min

Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, The Play That Goes Wrong in London is a riotous farce where everything, literally goes off the rails. Catch this slapstick comedy live at the Duchess Theatre.

4.7/5

(2,659)

Hendrik M

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

This play definitely goes wrong. Exceptional theatre-effects and brilliant mis-acted scenes make it a wonderful disaster. No wonder this play has been playing in theatres for so long. Everyone should see it! If this doesn't get you laughing out loud, nothing will. Seriously brilliant!

Robert R

Group

Verified booking

2 days ago

Thoroughly enjoyed the play and the entire experience. We were all laughing out loud throughout the play. Many cafes in the immediate area, easy access to taxis. Completely recommend you take advantage of this experience.

Emily N

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was amazing!! It was original, hilarious and the cast is incredibly talented. We loved the crazy stage effects!!!! A must-see! We will definitely watch it again the next time we visit London.

Carl M

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Very good performance, professionals acting like amateurs, not easy. The crowd also loved it, they couldn't stop laughing from beginning to the end. Great for kids also.

Emily C

Solo

Verified booking

Mar 2026

This play was hilarious, well acted and i had so much fun. I laughed so hard that i thought i was going to wet myself. I would definately reccomend this show to everyone. I will watch this again. I loved how the cast inculded the audience with the play and talked back to us because we found it so funny. I am at a loss on how to fully describe how much of an incredible experience i had watching this play.

Nigel M

Solo

Verified booking

Mar 2026

A great old fashioned English farce of the kind I enjoyed so much back in the sixties and seventies. The acting was great, the timing superb- had to be with sets collapsing! and the set itself was just right for the play. I especially enjoyed the daft introduction and the input from the sound engineer. A treat for anybody, especially someone with an interest in amateur drama.

The Play That Goes Wrong in London is the longest-running comedy on the West End and a firm audience favourite.

This Olivier and Tony Award-winning production from Mischief Theatre is a masterclass in physical comedy, razor-sharp timing, and theatrical mayhem.

With its clever “play within a play” concept, it has earned global acclaim and has been staged in over 30 countries. Loved by families, tourists, and comedy fans of all ages, it's the perfect pick for a night of laugh-out-loud entertainment.

Don’t miss your chance to catch this West End comedy classic, book The Play That Goes Wrong tickets now and blend into the chaos!

The story

There’s been a murder at a country estate, and Inspector Carter is on the case. But with the Cornley Drama Society in charge, solving the crime is the least of their worries. Props malfunction, doors won’t open, actors miss cues, and one even gets stuck in a grandfather clock. The cast desperately tries to hold the show together through all the chaos, resulting in relentless, side-splitting comedy. Will they make it to the curtain call? Probably. Will anything else survive?

Critics reviews

“A great-looking, brilliantly performed piece.”

– Sunday Telegraph

“Deliriously funny.”

– The Stage

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Hendrik M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
This play definitely goes wrong. Exceptional theatre-effects and brilliant mis-acted scenes make it a wonderful disaster. No wonder this play has been playing in theatres for so long. Everyone should see it! If this doesn't get you laughing out loud, nothing will. Seriously brilliant!
Robert R
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
Thoroughly enjoyed the play and the entire experience. We were all laughing out loud throughout the play. Many cafes in the immediate area, easy access to taxis. Completely recommend you take advantage of this experience.
Emily N
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was amazing!! It was original, hilarious and the cast is incredibly talented. We loved the crazy stage effects!!!! A must-see! We will definitely watch it again the next time we visit London.
Carl M
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Very good performance, professionals acting like amateurs, not easy. The crowd also loved it, they couldn't stop laughing from beginning to the end. Great for kids also.
Peter S
Solo
Verified booking
4 days ago
Whole audience crying with laughter, it was literally laugh a minute. Spectacular stunts and pratfalls from a hugely talented cast

Show Details

Categories: Play, Comedy, Critics' choice

Audience: Suitable for 8+

Theatre Name: Duchess theatre

Find the best seats in the house with Duchess theatre seating plan

Theatre Facilities: Theatre bar, Cloakroom, Booster seats, Toilet, Assistive listening system

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Crew

Leading roles: Jordan Akkaya as Trevor, Daniel Anthony as Dennis, Joe Bolland as Jonathan, Daniel Fraser as Chris and Billie Hamer as Annie

Direction: Mark Bell

Music: Rob Falconer

Written by: Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer & Henry Shields

Additional Tips

Children aged under 5 years will not be admitted to this show. This show is recommended for ages 8 years and above.

For all productions at Nimax Theatres, children aged 14 and below must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over and sat in seats next to each other.

Please keep in mind that the theatre does not have an age classification organization. This means that all age recommendations are subjective. Please use your judgment while purchasing tickets for any show.

Access performances: Captioned – Sun, Nov 16, 2025 at 3pm | Audio Described – Fri, Nov 21, 2025 at 7:30pm | BSL Interpreted – Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at 3pm

Keep in mind, most theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.

You will be contacted by the theatre 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check-in and retrieve your e-ticket. This delivery method is a part of the theatre's COVID-19 Secure measures and allows staggered arrival times to be advised on your ticket should this be considered necessary. If you do not receive your e-tickets, please contact 0330 333 4815 or boxoffice@nimaxtheatres.com.