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Booking from
Friday, 18 June 2021

Booking until
Sunday, 4 May 2025

Running time
2 hours (incl. interval)

Performance Times

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The Play That Goes Wrong

Meet the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society. They're absolutely dreadful, one of the most inept and talentless college amateur dramatics societies in Britain. When they come into an unexpected sum of money they can finally afford to stage a 1920s murder mystery. But everything that can go wrong does go wrong, as the group of horribly accident prone Thespians try, against considerable odds, to achieve the final curtain call.

If you like your plays funny you'll fall about laughing at the antics of this lot, a classic spoof if there ever was one. And it's already well on its way to becoming a cult theatre hit in the making. As Charles Spencer, the Telegraph's theatre critic, said: “For one hour the audience is bludgeoned with a succession of sight gags, mistimed lines, misplaced props and collapsing scenery that creates a rising tide of hysteria in the audience. I haven’t laughed so much in a theatre since the last revival of Noises Off.

You will never forget the hapless police inspector who pretends to take notes using a bunch of keys and a vase. The chaos that happens when the butler serves raw white spirit to the characters because he poured the fake whisky into a coal bucket. Or the lead role, who has a brilliant knack of mispronouncing the simplest words. One of the funniest plays to hit the West End for ages!

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Hilarious ❣️
Absolutely brilliant,from the cast to costumes,set,writing and venue.Sooo pleased I went,haven't laughed soo much in ages.Thanks to the writers!
Debbie, 24 Apr 2024
Stupidly funny.
Basil fawlty comes to mind. Mood lifting hilariously stupid.
Suzanne, 21 Apr 2024
Comedy at its finest and funniest
An absolute must see, haven't laughed so much in a long time
Janet, 17 Apr 2024
Very entertaining
I was a bit uncertain as there are mixed reviews. Although it was recommended by 2 of our friends. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this play, it is funny in many parts (not side splitting hilarious but silly and slapstick) it appealed to our sense of humour. What I liked is that i didn’t notice any swearing or crudity which is rife in many aspects of our society now. So it would be safe to take older children along. We had a great evening.
Teresa, 11 Apr 2024
Great a laugh a minute
It takes a lot to make mum husband laugh but u all managed it wonderful performance
Anne Marie, 10 Apr 2024
Great fun !
Great Show, as always, I’ve been four times now. It was my Granddaughter’s first introduction to theatre, she lives in Dubai, and I think she is hooked! Very professionally done. I’m a great fan of the acting compan. and try to see them as often as possible. .
Clare, 06 Apr 2024
Laugh out loud
Laughed so much! My kids loved it and so did the adults!
Sarah, 05 Apr 2024
Laughing & smiling along the way
Thoroughly entertaining from the start to the end. Would recommend the upper seating area to appreciate the show.
Karl, 04 Apr 2024
A good laugh, just what we needed
After a difficult week seeing this show was a great way to unwind and release all our stress with a great laugh. Really enjoyed the show, cant remeber when I last laughed so much.
Aukje, 02 Apr 2024
Pure escape through laughter
Leave any cares you may have at the door and be part of hilarious nonsense for the evening. We should all do it. What a tonic. What a show.
Graham, 31 Mar 2024
Very funny
I really enjoyed the show. Well acted and funny. Great when the audience was involved.
janet, 30 Mar 2024
Hysterical
So much fun!
Francisco, 26 Mar 2024
A rip-roaring canter through farce with much trickery and mirth to boot. Very enjoyable and very funny.
See above
Paul, 24 Mar 2024
Very funny and clever play
Very clever plot to cover every possible thing that could go wrong staging a murder mystery from ‘bad’ acting to stage prop failures-brilliant! All actors were excellent.
Sonia, 22 Mar 2024
A wonderful, farcical comedy featuring A A highly skilled performers!
Even better than Brian Rix’s work and his farces were brilliant! I was impressed by the performers’ timing, particularly when a number of things on stage were taking place in parallell. No one missed a beat. Occasionally, a comedic device was over-used but not enough to prevent this being a top rate show!
Nicola, 21 Mar 2024
Disappointed
Was disappointed, was led to believe it was the funniest show and I would be crying with laughter, it wasn't it was corny.
Ellen, 17 Mar 2024
Laughable
If you are a theatre goer it has to be a definite must.
Bernadette, 13 Mar 2024
Outstanding
One of the best shows I've ever seen. Superb acting, belly laughs from start to finish.
Mary, 06 Mar 2024
Excellent fun night out
A must see, very well acted such great comic timing
Virginia, 06 Mar 2024
If you don't like this show then it is a red flag!
Such an amazing show, not a second went by where you weren't enjoying yourself!
Anika, 05 Mar 2024
Hilarious
Great timing and agility from the actors and a great laugh.
Sara, 04 Mar 2024
Absolutely hilarious
If you are looking for a show which makes you laugh all the way through, this is it. It was funny from the start to the finish. Highly recommended.
Sandra, 03 Mar 2024
Dog face!
A very clever funny play!
Nicolette, 28 Feb 2024
Good clean fun
Reminded me of good old fashioned farce or slapstick . Mixed audience, some clearly tourists whose first language was not English. Also good mix of ages. All seemed to enjoy the mayhem 😂😂
Pat, 21 Feb 2024
Have not belly laughed so much for a long time!!
I can't recommend this show enough. The acting was fabulous and I have not laughed so much for a long time. If you want to go and see a show, go and see this one!!!
Alex, 20 Feb 2024
Superb acting and hilarious !
The performers were superb, play was hilarious; we laughed from beginning to end ! Very fast moving and the actors didn’t miss a beat. Great interaction with the audience which was very funny. Overall, a brilliant show & I recommend it 100%
Sarah, 18 Feb 2024
Hilarious show
Fabulous “ slap stick” show. No opportunity left if a one liner or “accident “ could be used . Really great fun , all the cast were great and the special effects were amazing.
Elaine, 18 Feb 2024
A must see!
I had a really tough week, and this play made me laugh and forget about everything! Thanks to the professional actors, such an amazing performance and excellent acting!
Angela, 17 Feb 2024
Laugh Out Loud and Let Yourself Go
Lighten up and watch the funniest show in London by a country mile. Amazing acting and plot that would not be bettered were Chaplin, Keaton, Laurel, Hardy or Lloyd in the cast.
Iain, 14 Feb 2024
Comedy of errors
This was an easy show to watch. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea but it was what it was supposed to be so I think people should go to it even to see if this is their type of theatre!!
Nicola, 13 Feb 2024
Very funny
Excellent show a good laugh
Hazel, 27 Jan 2024
Amazing - We have laugh continuously
Better than a medical treatment ! A Masterpiece Thank you for this moment of pure pleasure
Marion, 26 Jan 2024
Hehe, stage go boom.
It go boom. Just kidding, I actually could not stop laughing for the practical entirety of the run time.
Hanne, 21 Jan 2024
Great Night Out
Very funny play. Thoroughly enjoyed by all of us. Ages ranged from 18 to 85 so a great night for the whole family.
Clare, 17 Jan 2024
Silly but worth a visit
Didn’t know what to expect but chanced it. Very silly but seemed to hit the funny bones of some audience members who were in hysterics. I thought it was a little CBBC …Chuckle Brother humour where you find yourself smirking a lot but only a few times did I laugh out loud. The actors were in their 20/30s and did a very good job. I would say go enjoy at a reasonable price and like popcorn, will forget a few days later
Graham, 17 Jan 2024
I liked it.
Get there early. It's really good!
Duncan, 13 Jan 2024
Soooo funny
Great show highly recommended
Clara, 13 Jan 2024
an evening of laughter
excellent show. Great fun
Park, 06 Jan 2024
Fantastic
Hilarious. No criticism. Each person suited their part so well! Bravo!!
Rachel, 06 Jan 2024
So much fun
Absolutely hilarious
greg, 06 Jan 2024
Hilarious show and a great night out.
This was a brilliant show, everything that happened was well thought out and although some bits were a bit predictable because of the nature of the show, some bits were a great surprise. The actors were all great and played their parts brilliantly.
Abbie, 31 Dec 2023
Comedic masterpiece
Honestly the best show I've seen, I take my grandson to the theatre every Xmas and we both loved it laughed the whole time so so so funny and I would recommend it to anyone just a great night the entire cast were hilarious
William, 23 Dec 2023
The show was so right
Really enjoyed the show that goes wrong fun and laughs we're so right would recommend for all the family
vincent, 10 Dec 2023
Extremely hilarious
We loved how the “extras” were included in the show! The visuals were excellent! The stage set was amazing “falling apart”. This was such a fun show and I was crying from laughing. Hope they find Winston!!
Catherine, 09 Dec 2023
Hilarious
The play was fantastic right from the moment you entered the theatre! Was hilarious all the way through, it really was side-splittingly funny, I can't stop thinking about it and laughing. Costumes were fabulous and, of course, the acting was brilliant! Perfect timing. We all loved it.
Judy, 03 Dec 2023
Its an absolute must see. If you havent i more than recommended. Dont wait for an occasion just GO!!!
It was an absolute delight. Full of fun and laughter and definitely interactive with the audience
Victoria, 12 Nov 2023
Silly comedy hard to follow the story
Not a good production. Over the top banana skin comedy that made it hard to follow the story behind it. The guy who plays the brother of the bride (funny) was a good actor. He needs to change the play. Seats too squashed. Same opinion shared by the couple next to us.
Michaela, 09 Nov 2023
Hilarious
This show was excellent. The acting started before the actual show started. The actors were personable, professional, and hilarious. Had so many laughs I would see this show again. Great job!
Miriam, 05 Nov 2023
Rip roaringly hilarious!
We were in stitches from the very beginning right through to the end. The show ranged from being side splittingly funny to gigglesome to cover-your-eyes outrageously hilarious. A laugh a minute is an understatement! The company were brilliant across all comedy fronts.
Lucy, 27 Oct 2023
A must see
Fantastic comedy! All the actors were incredibly talented. The set design was genius as with the script. Laughter from start to finish. A must to see.
Elaine, 23 Oct 2023
A must see
Amazing performance. My daughter recommended and glad she did. Laughed from start to finish. The team are superb. My fingers are crossed that the tour in Scotland with their next production.
Carol, 20 Oct 2023
Hilarious
Excellent funny show! Small theatre but good view of stage. Refreshments in bar and could take them into show. Ice cream available in interval.
June, 16 Oct 2023
hilarious
if you are looking for a good laugh this is the right thing to watch
Kari, 16 Oct 2023
Hilarious show
Very funny, not laughed like that for a while, brillaint show - lots going on on stage and sometimes didnt know where to look for the best
Paul, 12 Oct 2023
Classic slapstick comedy gold
Best slapstick seen in hours, laughed all the way through and came out feeling brilliant.
Helen, 08 Oct 2023
Best laugh ever!
Loved it! Just when you think it can't get anymore absurd...it surpasses all expectations. I had heard from so many people that it was brilliant and they were definitely not wrong. Can't wait to see 'Peter Pan Goes Wrong'in December.
Deborah, 08 Oct 2023
Getting It Right For The Play That Goes Wrong
We really enjoyed the play and found it very entertaining. Acting was good. The theatre had a good homely atmosphere so the play was at the correct theatre. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Mike, 25 Sep 2023
A must see
Saw it for the second time, brought friends and kolleges - we all come from Germany-had a really great evening-thanks you so much and go ahead
diana, 22 Sep 2023
Amusing
Lots of gags, some physical and some verbal. Not much to the story but that’s kind of not the point. I found myself chuckling a lot.
Kimberly, 22 Sep 2023
Super hilarious
The cast made it so much fun with all the interactions the done to the audience. Wasn't sure if I would like it at first but ended up loving it.
Natasha, 20 Sep 2023
Brilliantly funny!
We're from the Netherlands and wanted to go to a theater show; didn't think it would be so hilariously funny! The timing of all tge the actors was impeccable!!! Just go and see and have a great time.
Karin, 13 Sep 2023
Silly but worth going - jus what I needed!
I was after relaxing afternoon and it was just that.
Arleta, 11 Sep 2023
Laugh out loud
Fun for all .Panto fun
Mark, 10 Sep 2023
Fabulous, very funny, a must see!
Absolutely fantastic, rib tickling, never laughed so much ever. It was fantastic from the word go!
Shally, 06 Sep 2023
My second time at Play That Went Wrong
The West End has a long history of well timed farce. The Play That Went Wrong was hysterical. Start to finish, well timed laughs and great fun. Highly recommended.
Steve, 05 Sep 2023
A rollercoaster of a rollicking good romp!
I was treated to a performance of this play, and what a great night out it was. It was funny from the start and got even funnier and more manic throughout the course of the play, until the tour de force ending, which was unexpected and left you wondering how they actually managed to achieve the special effects. It was really was a laugh a minute and deserves the full house and standing ovation from the audience at the end of the play. The Play That Goes Wrong, certainly seemed to go right for those of us in the theatre. Well done to the cast and crew.
Jane, 03 Sep 2023
Fantastic show which we all loved, crying with laughter from start to finish
This was a Fantastic show which we all loved, crying with laughter from start to finish. Superb slapstick comedy timed to perfection and made to look easy, when obviously very complex. The cast were all superb with the whole audience giving them a three minutes standing applause at the end.
David, 02 Sep 2023
Light-harded, fun theatrical show
Actors were personable, came out ahead of time and before 2nd half to interact with the audience. Actors were excellent and fit their parts! Great humor and fun for all ages!
Susan, 23 Aug 2023
It was great!
A friend of mine recommended this to me, so we went. It was amazing, we laughed the entire time. I would definitely recommend this to anyone else going to London.
Eva Maria, 20 Aug 2023
Hilarious! Creative tricks in a fun story!
The show provided consistent laughs every few seconds with an exceptionally talented cast and elaborate choreography!
DALE, 17 Aug 2023
The best bread since sliced show
Bought my two boys - who loved it - big fans
Peter, 15 Aug 2023
hilarious we laughed from beginning to end
a really good slapstick comedy. there were a lot of children at the show and they were howling with laughter the whole way through, lovely to hear such joy all around. totally entertained from beginning to end. we were 4 adults and thoroughly enjoyed the whole show. I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good laugh. take your kids.
Thirza, 11 Aug 2023
A verbal, visual and energetic comedy everyone must see.
Absolutely hysterical. High energy physical comedy combined with superb timing and excellent scripts. The family and I loved it. 10/10
Paul, 09 Aug 2023
Creative and clean
Well acted, good timing and super set design and use
Donald, 05 Aug 2023
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Alexandra, 27 Jul 2023
BELLY LAUGH BEYOND
What a fantastic way to start a weekend in London! This show is probably the best acted i have ever seen!! The cast played along with the audience and i had the best laugh i have had in ages!! The mishaps were perfectly timed. IT IS A MUST SEE ....and i have been to hundreds of productions IN MY LIFETIME!!!
Michael, 24 Jul 2023
Excellent On Stage Antics
Some adult humor and antics. The young ones may miss the jokes, but teenagers will definitely understand. Some sexual in nature.
Dominick, 18 Jul 2023
Best thing I’ve seen in ages
Standing ovation at the end - what more can I say? I’ve seen this twice before on stage - gets better each time. Tonight’s show had even more athleticism, comic timing and energy than before. So this play keeps being recreated and kept fresh. Every single person in the audience was in hysterics for most of the play from start to finish. Amazing stunts. Well done to all and thanks again!
Mohua, 11 Jul 2023
Hysterical
Kept me laughing the entire time.
Maureen, 10 Jul 2023
A must see
Absolutely fabulous.So funny.So well acted and timing spot on.I would definitely like to see it again
Helen, 08 Jul 2023
Laugh!
The physical comedy and the technical requirements to make things go wrong was so entertaining. I was not in the mood for a musical but wanted something light hearted and funny. This was a very funny play to enjoy in the West End. A small, intimate production and atmosphere. Arrive by 7 at the latest to see the 'start' of the show.
Allan, 07 Jul 2023
Best Medicine
A real treat to be able to forget the difficult times we are living in and just laugh and laugh with the whole family. Hope to get tickets for Peter Pan at the Mayflower in October. Thankyou.
Carol, 02 Jul 2023
Loved it! Laughed my a$$ off!
What a funny show. I couldn’t help by laugh out loud!
Michelle, 30 Jun 2023
I laughed until I cried
Fabulous show. Very clever set. Dress in cool clothes as there is no air conditioning.
Nicky, 30 Jun 2023
Whodunnit meets the Marx Brothers
The actors were brilliant but were overshadowed by the excessive slapstick.
Dhane, 25 Jun 2023
Hilarious
This is by far the funniest play I've seen.
Mark, 23 Jun 2023
Fun
Fun and exciting story. The acting was never dull or boring. And refreshments and service were excellent. I recommend the comedy and overall theater experience to anyone. This is my first visit to London, and this show plus visiting the theatre district was definitely worthwhile.
Kay Lynn, 22 Jun 2023
Slap stick Clever
Be prepared for a really silly show. It's obvious humour, with only fun intended. If you don't enjoy obvious, but Well acted comedy, don't see this show. However, if you like an Innocent cleverly put together cast of good actors delivery well written comedy.. You'll love this show.
Eliza, 18 Jun 2023
So funny and clearly written non stop laughing from start to end
Absolutely loved the show We thought the actors did an amazing job and can not believe all the stunts they pulled off, how they managed not to hurt themselves I wi never know. Fantastic show and great value for money.
Rebecca, 18 Jun 2023
Brilliant
Laughed from beginning to end. Loved the actors interacting with theaudience before the show and during the interval. Can’t wait to see the next one.
Debbie, 18 Jun 2023
Barrell of laughs, must watch for all the family!
It's was very funny right from the start, my 2 teenagers and 7 year old absolutely loved it they couldn't stop laughing and talking about it even after the show had finished.
Sharon, 18 Jun 2023
Haven't laughed that hard in a while
I've wanted to watch this for quite some time and fathers day seemed like the perfect excuse to get my dad and me some tickets. We both absolutely loved it!! You laugh non stop. Its incredibly smart slapstick humour and fast paced. Definitely trying to come back soon!
Leonie, 17 Jun 2023
Excellent play
Really funny and great show. Definately worth watching.
Hetal, 06 Jun 2023
Light and lots of fun
This show was deliberately melodramatic and light, not taking itself seriously. It was enjoyable and very cleverly produced.
David, 04 Jun 2023
Hilarious show
Very funny show with a lot of slapstick comedy. Silly, but very enjoyable.
Richard, 03 Jun 2023
Laughs a plenty
Very well acted comedy of errors. Anything and everything that could go wrong, does. Despite numerous setbacks, the cast manfully carry on. Lots of gags to keep everyone entertained.
Abhijit, 31 May 2023
Hilarious show
This was the funniest show I’ve ever seen. I laughed through the whole thing. I think the British have the same sense of humour as us Australians. Seriously slapstick comedy.
Margaret, 26 May 2023
Absolutely hilarious and a must see!
I don't think I ever stopped laughing for more that a minute the entire show.
Racheal, 23 May 2023
Brilliant ridiculous fun
We took our 10 year old to see this for his birthday. He, and we, loved it. A joyous way to spend an evening.
Thomas, 20 May 2023
Dramatic and full of laughs. Would be happy to see again!
From staff on entry and exit. From start to end of the play. We couldn't help laughing and enjoying it so much that we wanted more and didn't want to go away. Fantastic play so much to laugh at. Great choice to make for our first theatre visit ever. Will seek the other plays the cast do and come again with family. Brilliant night out.
Theresa, 19 May 2023