Plays

Bleak Expectations Tickets

Duration

2 hr 15 min

Featuring an uproarious, exorbitant take on all of Charles Dickens' classic tropes, Bleak Expectations at the Criterion Theatre is a one-of-a-kind performance that shouldn't be overlooked. Book your Bleak Expectations tickets now!

The brand-new stage adaptation, Bleak Expectations will be hosted at Criterion Theatre for a limited run. The show is based on the popular BBC Radio 4 comedy by Mark Evans and depicts the tale that Charles Dickens may have written after a drink too many. Ever since its premiere, Bleak Expectations has piqued the interest and won the hearts of both viewers and critics and won the Best Radio Sitcom Award twice. The innovative production Bleak Expectations takes every Dickens stereotype and amplifies it to a ludicrously insane level. Don't miss out on this brief season, purchase your Bleak Expectations tickets immediately!

The Story

Uncover the secrets and surprises of Dickens' London as you join young Pip Bin on an incredible escapade. Along with his sisters Pippa and Poppy, their bestie Harry Biscuit, and other captivating characters, witness how this intrepid half-orphan strives to escape Mr. Gently Benevolent's wickedness, outwit the unflinching Hard thrasher twins, and dodge danger at every turn! Will virtue conquer malice? Can love overpower resentment? Reserve your Bleak Temptations tickets now for a thrilling journey that will leave you questioning what really matters most in life!

Great For

Fans of Plays | Lovers of Comedy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Show Details

Genre: Play

Duration: 2 hrs 15 mins with interval

Audience: Suitable for 10+

Opening Date: 3 May 2023

Closing Date: 3 Sep 2023

Theatre Name: Criterion Theatre

Theatre Facilities: Bar, Accessible Toilets

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Crew

Creator

Mark Evans

The Guest Star Schedule

Nina Wadia (3- 7 May)

Dermot O’Leary (9-14 May)

Sally Philips (16-21 May)

Sue Perkins (30 May - 4 Jun)

Julian Clary (6-11 Jun)

Adjoa Andoh (13-18 Jun)

Lee Mack (27 Jun - 2 Jul)

Stephen Mangan (4-9 Jul)

Jo Brand (11-16 Jul)

Tom Allen (18-23 Jul)

Jack Dee (25 - 30 Jul)

Alexander Armstrong (1-6 Aug)

Stephen Fry (8-13 Aug)

Ben Miller (15-20 Aug)

Nish Kumar (29 Aug - 3 Sep)

Additional Tips

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

The guest stars will each take turns as the narrator for the show.