Duration
2 hrs 10 mins with interval
Closing Date
Until June 17, 2023
Age limit
To be confirmed ##Know Before You Go
Why Watch How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying?
Watch the brand-new stage adaptation of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying in London this summer.
The show is adapted from Shepherd Mead’s 1952 best-selling book, which inspired the 1961 musical that won 7 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer for Best Drama.
Prepare yourself for a tumultuous journey through corporate culture's follies and book your How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying tickets to avoid disappointment later.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying tickets are now available for purchase. The show will be staged at the Southwark Playhouse in London for a limited run. Get your hands on How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying tickets right away and watch the comedy from the best seats in the theatre.
The crew behind Anyone Can Whistle from the previous year returns with a brand-new production, a daring and creative new production for a contemporary audience while maintaining all the charming aspects of the original. Based on the Shepherd Mead novel of the same name, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying features music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and a book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock, and Willie Gilbert. RuPaul's Drag Race contestant Michelle Visage provides the voice of The Book on the show. Olivier Award-winner Tracie Bennett (Follies, Hangmen, Mame, Coronation Street), is part of the talented cast.
Storyline
The conventions of the business world are turned on their head in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying! J. Pierrepont Finch, the spirited protagonist, rises from a lowly window washer to a high-flying executive with just a handbook and his wit, manoeuvring a world that is filled with business risks, such as the looming danger of the yes man, the dangerous office party, treacherous coworkers, caffeine dependency, and even love. Buy your How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying tickets now to watch the drama unfold.
Show timings
- Mon, Wed, Thu & Fri: 7:30 PM
- Tue & Sat: 3 PM & 7:30 PM
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles
Michelle Visage and Tracie Bennett
Book
Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock & Willie Gilbert
Novel
Shepherd Mead
Music & Lyrics
Frank Loesser
Top songs
Groove to the brilliant music by Frank Loesser in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying musical.
About Theatre
The Southwark Playhouse Borough is a theatre in London that is situated close to the Elephant and Castle and Borough underground stations. Juliet Alderdice and Tom Wilson established the Southwark Playhouse Theatre Company in 1993. The theatre became one of London's premier studio theatres throughout the course of the following fifteen years by showcasing top-notch performances by up-and-coming theatre artists.
Seating Capacity: 240 (Main House) and 120 (the Studio)
Getting There
Address: 77-85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD
Tube: The nearest tube stations are Borough, Elephant and Castle
Bus: Bus lines serivicing the area include 1, 12, 35, 40, 45, 53, 63, 68, 100, 133, 148, 155, 168, 171, 176, 188, 196, 333, 343, 344, 360, 363, 415, 453, 468, C10, P5 (Elephant and Castle); 21, 35, 40, 133, 343, C10 (Borough)
Facilities & Accessibility
Available Facilities: Bar, Cafe, Toilets
Accessibility: Accessible Toilets, Assistance Dogs Allowed, Wheelchair Spaces Available
Additional Information
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Southwark Playhouse.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.






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How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying opens on 12 May 2023 at Southwark Playhouse.
The age limit for How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying is to be confirmed.
How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying is playing at Southwark Playhouse in London and opens on 12 May 2023.
The running time of How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying is 2 hours and 10 minutes including the intermission.
How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying is a show about the corporate world and how to best navigate it, told from the perspective of the protagonist, J. Pierrepont Finch.
How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying has a range of delightful songs to enthral audiences. You can find the How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying playlist here.
The main stars of How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying are Michelle Visage from RuPaul’s Drag Race and Olivier Award winning Tracie Bennett.
There is no specific dress code. However, it is prudent to dress in semi-formals or smart casuals and something comfortable. Carry a light sweater or a jacket as the theatre can get a bit chilly.
No, outside food is not allowed while attending How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying. Most theatres do have a cafeteria or bar inside the premises where you can get snacks and drinks.
Southwark Playhouse has multiple facilities including bar, cafe, and toilets available for the audiences during How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying.
Photography, videography, and sound recording are prohibited inside the theatre. Some theatres do have a souvenir shop from where you can purchase pictures of stills of the show.










































