The Play That Goes Wrong Review - Fairy Powered Productions

The Play That Goes Wrong review - Fairy Powered Productions

Duchess Theatre, London – until 30 August 2026 Reviewed by Claire Roderick 5***** Ten years in the West End, and still no sign of Tom Cruise. Writers and original cast members Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields struck a vein of comedy gold that has been mined brilliantly. Mischiefs journey from a late-night slot at the Old Red Lion to the West End, television and global success has been phenomenal. This show is where it all started, …

REVIEW: The Play That Goes Wrong

Rating: 5 out of 5. 4001 performances later, and The Play that Goes Wrong is still going so, so right. Let’s not beat around the bush here: The Play That Goes Wrong is not a show you need convincing to see. If you’ve heard of it, you’ve likely been told by someone who’s seen it that it’s an absolute riot. This review isn’t going to reinvent the wheel, because when it comes to this kind of ridiculous, slapstick brilliance, everyone already knows …

The Play That Goes Wrong – The Duchess Theatre - North West End UK

This year marks the arrival of the 11th cast of The Play That Goes Wrong, and with it comes a fresh injection of talent and energy that truly breathes new life into this already beloved production. The new ensemble not only lives up to the show’s high standards but, in many ways, elevates it with their own unique flair. One of the most delightful aspects of this play is that it begins before the curtains even rise. From the moment you step into …