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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!

    • 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?

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.2
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    What our guests say

    Maria del mar Landete

    Maria

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Very funny theater...A nice theater that is very well maintained and you can have a drink before the show. The play is very funny and I recommend it.
    Carlos Adrian Mastronardi

    Carlos

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Very good comedy to watch with the family. You won't stop laughing!
    María del Rocío Carranza Ulloa

    María

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The performance of the characters and the plot.
    Renaat Verbruggen

    Renaat

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Fantastic ensemble performance
    MARIA DEL CARMEN TIERZ MUR

    Maria

    Apr 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    From beginning to end there were so many funny moments that we did not stop laughing during the whole show. Everything was super controlled, although it seemed that nothing was controlled. Very funny and I wouldn't mind seeing it again with my son and husband who didn't see it.
  • 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

    • 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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