Upstart Crow

Why see Upstart Crow?

All the world's an audience

Nominated for Best New Comedy at the 2020 Olivier Awards

Forsooth! Direct thine eyeballs hither and rejoice in the knowledge of this theatrical spectacular, starring comedian, actor, and panel show veteran David Mitchell is returning to the West End. Reprising his role as the history's greatest playwright from the sitcom of the same name, Mitchell is joined by returning co-star Gemma Whelan in this venture penned by Ben Elton. Speaking of the transition from screen to stage, he promised that "Theatre-goers can look forward to a comedy steeped in authentic Shakespearean ambiance in every way apart from the smell."

Delighting viewers on BBC 2 since 2016, Upstart Crow tells the story of The Bard as he sets out to become a successful playwright, amidst the chaos of family life, ambitious actresses and the commute from Stratford Upon Avon to London. For this iteration, the action moves to 1605 where old Will is tasked with creating a hit following the flops of his last two attempts, Measure for Measure and All's Well That Ends Well. Continuing with the show's irreverent look at Shakespeare and the bawdy times he lived in, expect a ribald comedy that'll perfectly bust those winter blues!

Key Information

Run Time

100 minutes plus interval

Dates

Finished 3 Dec 2022

Cast

David Mitchell as William Shakespeare
Gemma Whelan as Kate
Helen Monks as Susanna
Rob Rouse as Bottom
Steve Speirs as Burbage
Mark Heap as Dr John Hall.

Creative

Written by Ben Elton

Awards

2020 Olivier Award Nominations

Best New Comedy

Reviews

Customer reviews

5 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)

Heather

Great fun and laugh a minute

Excellent show from start to finish. Gemma Whelan is a true comic actor and the whole cast were a great team. Shakespearian romp and I would go again! ... Read more

Glen

Wonderful entertainment

One of the funniest things I have ever seen on stage. ... Read more

Diane Wallace

A great evening of fun and laughter

Fantastic show witty, clever, and entertaining In equal measure. The whole cast deliver on every level. Special mention to Gemma Whelan who holds the show together, I could hardly take my eyes of her . We laughed and laughed at the acting and great script. David Mitchell was sublime as the bard full of angst and unable to write his next "masterpiece" great night out ... Read more
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