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Duration

1 hr 10 mins

Closing Date

Until June 26, 2021

Age limit

#Suitable for ages 12+. ##Know Before You Go <div style="display: flex; align-items: flex-start;;"><div style="width: 400px; border-right: 1px solid #bababa; padding-right: 30px; margin-right: 30px;"><p style="text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 600; margin-top:20px; font-size: 14px;">Show Details</p> <p> 21 June 2021 - 26 June 2021 </p> <p><strong>Show Timings</strong></p> <table style="width: 100%; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 300;"> <tr><td>Mon - Fri</td> <td style="text-align: right; padding-bottom: 10px;">8 PM</td></tr> <tr><td>Sat</td> <td style="text-align: right; padding-bottom: 10px;">5 PM & 8 PM</td></tr> </table> <p><strong>Duration</strong><br>1 hr 10 min without intervals</p> <p><strong>Performed by</strong><br> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Kay_(writer)" target="_blank">Adam Kay</a></p></div> <div style="width: 400px;"><p style="text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 600; margin-top:20px; font-size: 14px;">Additional Information</p> <p><strong>Audience</strong><br>Children under the age of 12 will not be admitted into the theater</p> </p> <p><strong>Available Facilities</strong><br>Wheelchair<br> Theater Bar</p> <p><strong>Seating</strong><br>The Palace Theatre has a seating capacity of 1,400</p> <p><strong>Dress Code</strong><br>Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theatre is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly</p></div></div>

Why Watch Adam Kay: This Is Going to Hurt?

  • Adam Kay, acclaimed British comedy writer, actor and comedian is returning to London! His hilarious, blockbuster show, This is Going to Hurt returns following overwhelming demand at the Garrick Theatre

  • The brainchild of Adam Kay's hilarious yet horrifying mind, this comedy show sheds light on the many pitfalls of working in the National Health Services.

  • This is Going to Hurt is no ordinary West End production. The shoe is laced with intelligent wordplay that is guaranteed to make you shriek in horror and chuckle with laughter at the same time!

A seemingly basic comedy show, Adam Kay’s This is Going to Hurt delves into the horror stories of doctors and hospitals. Featuring Kay's first-hand experiences as a junior doctor, the show highlights the challenges and adversities faced by medical professionals. An insightful deep-dive into the gritty details of the job, This is Going to Hurt will leave you both disgusted and gasping for breath with laughter.

The show is based on Adam Kay’s popular book of the same name and takes a look at the life of an NHS doctor in the UK. The show has won a lot of acclaim for showcasing the difficulties of life as a doctor in the UK, while still being accessible and humorous. Kay masterfully portrays the mistreatment and neglect that doctors have to endure and provides a never-seen-before glimpse into their challenging lives. This is Going to Hurt has had many successful runs since its 2016 debut at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In 2021, the production is set to return to West End at the Palace Theatre. Over 200,000 people have seen the show between 2017 and 2020.

Storyline

This is Going to Hurt is based on Adam Kay's hilarious Sunday Times bestselling book of the same name. The show offers you an insider look at the ins and outs of working as a doctor in the UK through the eyes of an NHS junior doctor. Kay presents his many experiences, trials, and tribulations of working as a doctor during his time working at the NHS.

Show timings

  • Mon - Fri: 8 PM

  • Sat: 5 PM & 8 PM

About Theatre

Built in 1891 for Richard D’Oyly Carte as The Royal English Opera House at the end of London's Shaftesbury Avenue, the Palace Theatre is a popular West End venue. The breathtaking building was designed by Richard D’Oyly Carte himself while G. H. Holloway provided the drawings. T. E Collcutt was the primary architect. The Palace Theatre opened on the 31st of January 1891 with a production of Arthur Sullivan's Opera 'Ivanhoe' which ran for 155 performances.

Seating Capacity: 1400

Palace Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.

Getting There

Address: 113 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5AY, United Kingdom

Tube: The nearest tube station is Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines).

Bus: Buses with Shaftesbury Avenue routes are 14, 19 and 38.Buses with Charing Cross Road routes are 24, 29 and 176.

Facilities & Accessibility

Available Facilities: Wheelchair accessible, In-house bar, Coat check, Assistive Listening System, Guide dogs, Washrooms

Accessibility: Palace Theatre welcomes disabled guests and strives to make the show accessible for everyone

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 Palace Theatre.

Dress Code: Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theater is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

Outside Food: Outside food is strictly prohibited inside this venue.

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Cancellation & Refunds

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Frequently asked questions

You can book online tickets to Adam Kay: This Is Going to Hurt from 21 June - 26 June 2021.