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The Play That Goes Wrong - Tickets

Theater cast performing a chaotic scene in "La Función Que Sale Mal" with props and set pieces.

Duration

1 hr 40 min

An Olivier & Tony Award-winning comedy, The Play That Goes Wrong lands in Madrid where chaotic whodunnit, slapstick mayhem, and nonstop laughs is guaranteed!

4.3/5

(159)

Joao

Jan 2026

Verified booking

I really enjoyed The Play That Goes Wrong and found the whole atmosphere fun and exciting from the moment it started. The theatre felt full of laughter, and it was easy to relax and just enjoy how silly and chaotic everything became. The performances were very energetic, and even though things were supposed to “go wrong,” it all felt very well timed and clever. The actors stayed in character no matter what happened, which made the mistakes even funnier. Overall, it felt like a light, joyful experience that made the audience laugh together the whole time.

Maria

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Very funny. Hilarious. The actors are great. Rarely is there such magnificent coordination between actors in such a comical and active dynamic. I had a great time. I loved it.

Rebecca

Jan 2026

Verified booking

It was hilarious, with very good timing. I would definitely go again. You could by drinks at the theater and finding your seat was simple.

An Olivier & Tony Award-winning comedy hit from Mischief Theatre, this play-within-a-play whodunnit is packed with slapstick blunders and perfectly timed disasters.

Presented at the Amaya Theater, this acclaimed comedy is the "perfect recipe for absurd slapstick" (The Telegraph) with a proven record of making audiences laugh worldwide.

The Spanish adaptation is produced by SOM Produce, NEARCO, Cobre, and Olympia Metropolitana, which are also the teams behind hits like Billy Elliot and West Side Story.

Expect collapsing sets, missed cues, and misplaced lines, book your tickets to The Play That Goes Wrong in Madrid to witness mayhem at its best.

The story

At the Amaya Theater, a drama society attempts the grand premiere of The Murder at Haversham Manor. What should be a classic whodunnit unravels into chaos—props fall, actors forget lines, and every cue spirals out of control. The accident-prone cast battles on, determined to finish despite disaster after disaster. Will they make it to curtain call, or will everything truly go wrong?

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What our guests say
Joao
Jan 2026
Verified booking
I really enjoyed The Play That Goes Wrong and found the whole atmosphere fun and exciting from the moment it started. The theatre felt full of laughter, and it was easy to relax and just enjoy how silly and chaotic everything became. The performances were very energetic, and even though things were supposed to “go wrong,” it all felt very well timed and clever. The actors stayed in character no matter what happened, which made the mistakes even funnier. Overall, it felt like a light, joyful experience that made the audience laugh together the whole time.
Maria
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Very funny. Hilarious. The actors are great. Rarely is there such magnificent coordination between actors in such a comical and active dynamic. I had a great time. I loved it.
Rebecca
Jan 2026
Verified booking
It was hilarious, with very good timing. I would definitely go again. You could by drinks at the theater and finding your seat was simple.
Adriana
Jan 2026
Verified booking
A very funny comedy, you're laughing the whole time, a very entertaining dynamic, highly recommended!!
Yves
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Very funny and very well interpreted

Show Details

Genre: Comedy

Audience: Suitable for all ages

Theatre Name: Amaya Theater

Theatre Facilities: Cafe, Bar, Cloakroom, Restrooms

Theater Accessibility: Wheelchair Access, Ramp, Accessible Restrooms, Guide Dogs

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Crew

Leading Roles: Adrià Olay as Chris, Victor de las Heras as Robert, Carla Postigo as Sandra, Ruben Casteiva as Dennis

Playwright: Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields

Original Version Direction: Mark Bell

Spanish Version Director: Sean Turner

Resident Director: Víctor Conde

Adaption: Zenón Recalde

Set Design: Nigel Hook

Lighting: Ric Mountjoy

Sound: Andy Johnson

Costume Design: Roberto Surace

Photography: Helen Murray

Additional Tips

Note: The musical is performed in the local language.

The show is suitable for all ages.

Keep in mind, most theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.

Frequently asked questions about The Play That Goes Wrong

Q: Where is The Play That Goes Wrong playing in Madrid?

A: The show is playing at the Amaya Theater.

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show lasts for about 1 hours and 40 minutes, with no intermission.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: An amateur drama group attempts a classic whodunnit, but every possible mishap, from collapsing sets to forgotten lines, turns the play into pure comedy.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: There’s no strict age limit; it is recommended for all ages.

Q: In what language is the show performed?

A: The Madrid production of The Play That Goes Wrong is performed in Spanish.

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