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The Play That Goes Wrong Off-Broadway

The Play That Goes Wrong

Run Time:
Two hours, with one intermission
Ages: 8+
Opened: October 15, 2021

Off-Broadway Schedule:

Mondays: 7:00pm Wednesdays: 7:00pm Thursdays: 7:00pm Fridays: 8:00pm Saturdays: 8:00pm Sundays: 7:00pm Starting in May 2022 Monday at 7 PM Tuesday DARK Wednesday at 7 PM Thursday at 2 & 7 PM Friday at 8 PM Saturday at 2 & 8 PM Sunday at 2 PM

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Co-written by Mischief company members Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields, The Play That Goes Wrong is a riotous comedy about the theatre. The play introduces The 'Cornley University Drama Society' who are attempting to put on a 1920s' murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong...does, as the accident-prone thespians battle on against all odds to get to their final curtain call.


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THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Will Celebrate Spring Break With Games and Discount Tickets
by Stephi Wild - March 20, 2025


To celebrate Spring Break at The Play That Goes Wrong, The Cornley University Drama Society is inviting ticketholders to play their favorite games including “Cornley Corn Hole” and “Pin the Moustache on Chris Bean” next month.

Video: A Declassified Understudy Survival Guide with THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG's Damien Brett
by Joey Mervis - March 13, 2025


In this video, The Play That Goes Wrong understudy extraordinaire Damien Brett breaks down how he manages doing quintuple understudy duty as Trevor, Robert, Jonathan, Dennis, and Max.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Extended Again At New World Stages
by A.A. Cristi - February 26, 2025


The Play That Goes Wrong has announced another extension with tickets now on sale through August 31. The smash hit continues its run at New World Stages.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Will Hold First ASL Interpreted Performance
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2025


The Play That Goes Wrong will hold its first ever American Sign Language (ASL) interpreted performance. ASL interpreters will be present for the performance to offer audiences a new way to experience the hit show.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to Welcome John Rapson This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 12, 2025


The Play That Goes Wrong will welcome John Rapson as Robert for a limited run in February and March at New World Stages. Learn more about The Play That Goes Wrong and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Lupita Nyong'o Visits THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
by Bruce Glikas - November 11, 2024


Lupita Nyong'o recently paid a visit to the off-Broadway production of The Play That Goes Wrong. Following the show, she posed backstage with the cast. Check out photos here!

Video: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG's Adam Petherbridge Dishes on His Artistic Journey
by Survival Jobs - October 31, 2024


In this video, Adam Petherbridge reflects on the unwavering support from his parents, which encouraged him to pursue his passion for acting. He shares amusing anecdotes about his “survival jobs,” including his stint at a local pie shop and the challenges he faced while juggling catering gigs! 

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Will Offer $36 Tickets For Shark Week
by Stephi Wild - July 8, 2024


The Play That Goes Wrong will once again honor SHARK WEEK for the third year in a row with $36 tickets at any performance from July 8-13, exclusively at the New World Stages Box Office.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Releases New Block of Tickets For Performances To June 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 3, 2024


Tickets are now on sale for The Play That Goes Wrong through June 1, 2025 at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to Celebrate 7th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 7, 2024


The Play That Goes Wrong will celebrate its 7th anniversary in New York. Learn more about the special performance.

Video: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Star Maggie Weston Gets Surprise On-Stage Proposal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 26, 2024


Maggie Weston, one of the stars of The Play That Goes Wrong got the surprise of a liftetime on stage with a proposal!

Matt Harrington to Return as Chris Bean & Chris Lanceley to Take Over as Robert in THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at New World Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 17, 2023


The Play That Goes Wrong will welcome back alum Matt Harrington returning to the role of Chris Bean, as Chris Lanceley takes over as Robert tomorrow night at New World Stages. Learn how to purchase tickets!

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Releases New Block of Tickets Through April 2024
by Stephi Wild - September 18, 2023


Due to popular demand, tickets are now on sale through April 28, 2024 for  The Play That Goes Wrong at New World Stages! Find out how to get tickets for the new dates here!

Words From The Wings: Chris Lanceley of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Shares Pre-Show Rituals and More!
by Stephi Wild - September 7, 2023


BroadwayWorld is bringing you Words From the Wings, a new series of interviews that take fans behind the scenes of some of their favorite Broadway stars' backstage routines! We're chatting with Chris Lanceley from The Play That Goes Wrong! Chris told us all about his pre-show rituals, backstage routines, and more!

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to Celebrate Second Annual 'Shark Week' With $35 Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 27, 2023


et ready to dive into laughter as THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG celebrates its second annual 'Shark Week'. Witness the hilarious mishaps and mayhem in this side-splitting comedy.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Extends Through October 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 3, 2023


Due to popular demand, tickets for The Play That Goes Wrong are now on sale through October 29, 2023.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Welcomes New Cast Members and Celebrates Its 200,001st Audience Member
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2022


Changes are afoot at The Play That Goes Wrong, which welcomes three new cast members to the production now playing at New World Stages starting tonight. Adam Petherbridge will take over the role of Max, reprising the role he played on the national tour, Trevor Braun joins as Dennis, and Clyde Voce makes his Off-Broadway debut as Jonathan.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to Celebrate 'Shark Week' With $34 Tickets at Seven Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 4, 2022


Shark Week has been an inescapable part of summer in the U.S.  for 34 years. The fear is real. The fascination is palpable. It ended on Sunday. And finally, a week late, the off-Broadway smash The Play That Goes Wrong will celebrate the nation’s obsession with sharks with its own SHARK WEEK at any performance from August 11-14, offering $34.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Off-Broadway Welcomes New Cast Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 25, 2022


The long running hit, The Play That Goes Wrong has a whole lotta changes going on and is celebrating a few milestones. It plays at New World Stages. Beginning Monday July 25, Chris Lanceley takes over the role of Chris Bean, Chris French goes on as Jonathan, and Russell Mernagh temporarily joins the company in the role of Max until August 22.

The Play That Goes Wrong FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does The Play That Goes Wrong Off-Broadway have a daily lottery?

$30 lottery tickets are available for The Play That Goes Wrong at New World Stages. The lottery opens at 12 AM and closes at 3 PM two days prior to the performance. To sign up, please visit https://broadwaygoeswrong.com/lottery/ Winners will be notified via email and will have 6 hours to complete their purchase. Limit one entry per person, per performance. All lottery prices include a $2 facility fee. A $4 service charge will be added to the price of each ticket at the time of checkout. Lottery tickets are subject to availability and blackout dates may apply. Lottery prices are not valid on prior purchases. Lottery ticket offer cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Lottery may be revoked or modified at any time without notice.

How long has The Play That Goes Wrong been running Off-Broadway?
The Play That Goes Wrong opened at the New World Stages Stage IV on Friday Oct 15, 2021 and has now been running for 2 years.

The Play That Goes Wrong History

Other Productions of The Play That Goes Wrong

2017   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2019   US Tour North American Tour
US Tour
2021   West End West End Transfer
West End
2021   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Transfer
Off-Broadway

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