Plays

The Play That Goes Wrong Tickets

Name: The Play That Goes Wrong
Start: 2025-11-15T14:30:00
End: 2025-11-15T16:35:00
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.

4.6/5

(2,342)

Shiyan

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The Play That Goes Wrong is absolute chaos — and that’s what makes it brilliant. Watching a group of actors desperately trying to keep a collapsing murder mystery alive is both hilarious and strangely impressive. Every door that refuses to open, every line forgotten, every ‘dead body’ that won’t stay still turns disaster into art. By the time the corpse stood up and accused the detective, I wasn’t watching a play anymore — I was watching reality fall apart in the funniest way possible.

Ioana-delia

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

how chaotic it was. I mean I laughed for 2 hours straight. I'm an international student at The University of Surrey in my first year. So leaving home and being alone is something new. So I wanted to plan a one day solo trip to London. I am a musical theatre kid but for some reason this play spoke to me. And it made me laugh so much and feel so good that it got my mind of the being alone in a new place. I 100% recommend it and will come back for the Christmas one!

Regitze

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

I was familiar with the play, having watched clips of them online beforehand. It lived up to the expectations in every way! Some of the actors were already walking around the theater audience hall beforehand, making the experience very immersive, even before the play began. We bought the program as well, which is a whole experience in itself, continuing the theme of the play.

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.

4.6
2,342 reviews
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What our guests say
Karl
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
None stop laughter ... fabulous night out. Incredible cast
Irum
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Loved the play! It was hilarious. The timing was amazing.
Petrus
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Hilarious play. As good as Fawlty Towers but different.
Carmen
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Everything and everyone were just perfect!
Shiyan
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The Play That Goes Wrong is absolute chaos — and that’s what makes it brilliant. Watching a group of actors desperately trying to keep a collapsing murder mystery alive is both hilarious and strangely impressive. Every door that refuses to open, every line forgotten, every ‘dead body’ that won’t stay still turns disaster into art. By the time the corpse stood up and accused the detective, I wasn’t watching a play anymore — I was watching reality fall apart in the funniest way possible.

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.

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.