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Adam Kay: This Is Going to Hurt Tickets

Adam Kay performing "This Is Going to Hurt" live in London theater.

Duration

1 hr 10 mins

Discover the pitfalls of working in the National Health Services, from Adam Kay’s hilarious, albeit horrifying comedy show. Witness a production with intelligent wordplay that promises to make you chuckle with laughter and shriek in horror, all at once!

  • Adam Kay’s show delves into the horror stories of doctors and hospitals. Kay narrates first-hand his experiences as a junior doctor, and the challenges and adversities faced by medical professionals. He delves into the gritty details of the job, that will leave you both disgusted and roaring with laughter.

    Based on Adam Kay’s renowned book of the same name, the production explores and follows the life of an NHS doctor in the UK. With successful runs since its premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2016, the production is all set to return to West End at its Palace Theatre. The production won acclaim for highlighting the difficulties of life as a doctor in the UK, while still incorporating numerous elements of humor. Kay brilliantly portrays the neglect and mistreatment that doctors are often forced to endure and gives a rare glimpse into their challenging lives.

    Good For

    Fans of Comedy | Lovers of Informative Comedy Shows

    Reviews

    Adam Kay brings his irresistible combination of gross-out hospital tales, humorous songs and passionate advocacy back to the West End

    Broadway World

    Painfully funny tales of life on the ward

    Evening Standard

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • Show Details

    21 June 2021 - 26 June 2021

    Show Timings

    Mon - Fri 8 PM
    Sat 5 PM & 8 PM

    Duration
    1 hr 10 min without intervals

    Performed by

    Adam Kay

    Additional Information

    Audience
    Children under the age of 12 will not be admitted into the theater

    Available Facilities
    Wheelchair

    Theater Bar

    Seating
    The Palace Theatre has a seating capacity of 1,400

    Dress Code
    Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theatre is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly

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