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Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong. Bonus: laughter galore.
Until 30 Aug
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Age Recommendation: 8+
About The Play That Goes Wrong
You all know the classic whodunnit story, there has been a murder at a country manor and an inspector is set on the case to find who the culprit is. However, when this plot is given to the accident-prone thespians, The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, everything that can go wrong… does! The actors and crew battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences.
The Story Unfolds: Origins and Evolution
In The Play That Goes Wrong, a classic murder mystery turns into a side-splitting disaster as the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society attempts to stage a whodunnit play.
When everything that can go wrong does, the actors and crew find themselves battling for their lives—and laughs—as they struggle through mishaps and missed cues to reach the final curtain call. Will they ever reveal who murdered Charles Haversham? Audiences will have to see the chaos unfold to find out!
First performed in 2012, The Play That Goes Wrong quickly became a hit, moving to the The Play That Goes Wrong West End stage in 2014, where it’s now in its tenth year at the Duchess Theatre. Known for its hysterical set pieces, slapstick comedy, and physical humour, The Play That Goes Wrong play has won over audiences worldwide.
Behind the Scenes: Crafting the Spectacle
Directed by Mark Bell and created by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields, The Play That Goes Wrong stars a rotating cast of actors who bring the dysfunctional drama society to life. The play’s hilarity is rooted in perfectly timed “mistakes” and elaborate set designs, such as collapsing scenery and misplaced props that keep audiences in stitches.
To achieve the show’s comedic stunts safely, actors undergo extensive rehearsals, making this play as much a physical feat as it is a comedy. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, The Play That Goes Wrong continues to impress with its impeccable comic timing and technical prowess.
Keep in Mind
Perfect for fans of slapstick humour and theatrical comedy, The Play That Goes Wrong is a guaranteed night of laughter. Don’t miss out on The Play That Goes Wrong tickets—book now to witness the mayhem and find out just how wrong things can go!
