Plays

The Play That Goes Wrong Tickets

Name: The Play That Goes Wrong
Start: 2025-09-20T14:30:00
End: 2025-09-20T16:35:00
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

(2,232)

Sharyce

May 2025

Verified booking

4/5

The show was funny, and well performed. The atmosphere was great, and the seating arrangements lovely. Refreshments, equally lovely. I was wildly disappointed though, that the massive billboard out front of the theatre advertised the original crew from The Goes Wrong Show, and the expensive show we paid for was not them. I had never heard of the crew we saw. They were still good, but not nearly as star of a cast as the original crew. So, there was some false advertisement, I think. Beyond that, I don't regret going. My partner and I were just SOO looking forward to seeing the original cast and left feeling a little scammed.

Deborah

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The uncertainty and unexpected drama of what stage prop was going to fail. Very entertaining. Great audience interaction. However there was an American family behind us who left at intermission because the husband didn't get the slap stick comedy of the play. Typical American

Liat

Apr 2025

Verified booking

5/5

My husband and I both come from the world of theater — we’re comedians ourselves — and we just spent two hours laughing non-stop! The cast was absolutely brilliant: professional, sharp, and full of energy. The effects were out of this world — creative, surprising, and added so much to the overall experience. It’s rare to find a show that is so tightly executed yet feels so alive and spontaneous. A true theatrical gem. Bravo to everyone involved!

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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Guests from United States, Germany, Australia and over 37 countries have loved this experience
Hayley
Sep, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Excellent performances. Amazing logistics, very impressive. So funny, all the cast were so funny. So lucky to have seen it, thank you.
Amy
Aug, 2025Verified booking
5/5
The show was absolutely hilarious. I went in uncertain about the level of funny but by the time we finished I was breathless and had tears in my eyes. All the actors were amazing. Loved the crowd interaction too!
Omer
Aug, 2025Verified booking
5/5
A hilarious, refreshing, and wildly entertaining play – full of surprises that keep you laughing and engaged from start to finish
Kosta
Aug, 2025Verified booking
5/5
It was an excellent humorous play!!! Incredibly engaging and funny! Great ensemble! Laughed throughout and surprised again and again!
Rui
Aug, 2025Verified booking
4/5
The play is a great script, the acting was of a good standing. I have seen the play in other countries, and there were some better moments elsewhere, but nevertheless, there were some fine acts here as well.

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.