I Wish You Well - The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Trial Musical
Duration
1 hr
Closing Date
Until October 12, 2024
Age limit
Suitable for 12+
Why Watch I Wish You Well?
Straight from the ski slopes, I Wish You Well is here at the Criterion Theatre! With songs about Gwyneth’s jade eggs and her (in)famous candle, get ready for the campiest true crime parody!
Directed by Shiv Rabheru, the current Resident Director of Hamilton at London’s Victoria Palace Theatre, this star-studded cast also includes X-Factor finalist Diana Vickers as Gwyneth Paltrow.
I Wish You Well is choreographed by the Olivier-winning Dame Arlene Phillips, appointed the Dame Commander for services to dance and charity
What happens when an optometrist slams into a celebrity on a picturesque ski slope? A Utah lawsuit (with an attorney fangirling over Gwyneth Paltrow) and a Twitter storm inspired this outrageous parody musical.
The production was a feature at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, so pick your drink of choice (bone broth for a Gwyneth tribute) and we’ll ski you in court!
When is a court trial in a sleepy Utah courtroom simply the most riveting news story? When it’s about Gwyneth Paltrow being sued for liability by an optometrist, Terry Sanderson for over 3 million dollars (that he reduces to 300,000 dollars.) And it covers moments like the frequent references to Taylor Swift (since Gwyneth countersues for $1, the court just has to know if she knows Taylor!) and Terry’s attorney’s weird digression into an extended cow-milking anecdote.
With choreography by Olivier-winner Dame Arlene Phillips and a soundtrack that parodies some of the strangest moments of a truly bizarre case, I Wish You Well will definitely raise your spirits.
Storyline
In beautiful Deer Valley, Utah, a snowstorm of epic proportions is growing. Completely unrelated to the weather outside. Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson and jade-egg-inserting Gwyneth Paltrow have collided, and Terry claims that the collision had resulted in a brain injury that caused him to no longer enjoy wine tastings.
The trial that involved a lawyer who was obsessed with Gwyneth, asking her how tall she was (and Gwyneth replying that she liked Kristin’s shoes), questions about whether Taylor Swift was a close friend of Gwynnie P’s (because of their $1 countersuits) is a production now about how two worlds collide. Literally. And how a lawsuit is, quite possibly, the most fun ever had in true crime.
Show timings
- Show timings for I Wish You Well may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading roles: Diana Vickers as Gwyneth Paltrow, Tori Allen-Martin as Kristin, Marc Antolin as Terry, Idriss Kargbo as Judge Jude
Producer: Paul Taylor-Mills
Director: Shiv Rabheru
Music: Debbi Clark
Criterion Theatre
The Criterion Theatre is one of the few independent theatres in London’s West End. Actors, directors and producers always love playing the Criterion Theatre. A jewel in Piccadilly, the auditorium curves out in a very intimate manner. Audiences can experience the performers up close and personal in this 150-year-old theater. The Piccadilly Jewel Box has a uniquely magical atmosphere. With the buzzing Piccadilly Circus junction less than a minute away and Central London beckoning, Criterion Theatre is the home of independent productions and unique activity. Both inside and out. Criterion Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: 218-223 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9HR, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube stations to the theatre are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square.
- By train:
Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly Line and Bakerloo Line) is a minute away from the venue. Trains with codes BDBR, BDVL, FGBN, SHBR, and SHCL stop at the South Brisbane train station.
- By bus:
3, 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 22, 23, 38, 88, 94, 139, 159, and 453.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Dining outlets, Cloak room, Toilets, Souvenir shop
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue. Please note that bag checks are carried out for all patrons prior to their entry into the Foyer/Box Office.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside Food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show. Criterion Theater does not allow any hot food or alcohol purchased outside of the venue into the theatre.
Tickets Redemption
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
Tickets start from $39.27 and the cost will vary depending on the seats you choose.
The show is suitable for ages 12 and above. This production contains moderate language and some adult themes.
The show is playing at the Criterion Theatre in West End.
A Hollywood superstar known for Goop, jade eggs and a suspiciously-flavored candle bumps into a retired optometrist in Utah. It’s definitely not a rom-com (no Shakespeare in Love,) but two worlds collide all the way to court on the slopes of Deer Valley. Get your tickets to see how the funniest trial of 2023 involves Taylor Swift (barely) and a lawyer who is obsessed with how tall Gwyneth is.
The running time is 1 hour with no interval.
