The Last Laugh - Tickets

4.8(22 ratings)

The Last Laugh

Plays

Noël Coward Theatre

DURATION

1 hour 20 mins, no intermission

CLOSING DATE

Until March 22, 2025

AGE LIMIT

Suitable for 14+

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Why watch The Last Laugh?

The Last Laugh is a brilliant reimagining of the lives and careers of Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe, and Bob Monkhouse.
Award-winning writer and director Paul Hendy brings three of Britain's comedy legends back to the stage with grace, charm, and a whole lot of laughs.
Playing for a limited run at the Noël Coward Theatre after a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, this play will have you gasping for air - as much from laughter as from holding back your tears.

Paul Hendy's The Last Laugh originally premiered as a 2017 short film that delved into the art of comedy, a precursor to the stage play's tagline, "Dying is easy, comedy is hard!" The brilliant short now sees new life as a stage play, building on the movie and honing in on the joy three comedic giants brought to the world and the hard work that went into honing their craft.

Storyline

Three comedians, Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe, and Bob Monkhouse sit in a dressing room before the biggest show of their lives. The trio, battling their nerves, chat about comedy: what it means, the secret to a good joke, and all that goes into crafting the perfect gag.

Show timings

Show timings for The Last Laugh may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Damian Williams as Tommy Cooper, Bob Golding as Eric Morecambe, and Simon Cartwright as Bob Monkhouse.
Director and writer: Paul Hendy
Note: Producers can not guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.

Age & content guide

This play is suitable for patrons aged 14 and over. Children under 16 must be accompanied by and seated beside an adult.
This production contains some bad language, viewer discretion is advised.

Noël Coward TheatreRead more

The Noël Coward Theatre is a 960-seater theater in London. Named for one of Britain's most prolific playwrights, the venue was paired with Wyndham's Theatre and opened in 1903. It has hosted some of theater's greats, including Katherine Hepburn and Judi Dench, and has staged productions of The Scarlet Pimpernel, All About Eve, and more.
Noël Coward Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.

Getting there

Address: 85-88 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4AU, United Kingdom
Tube: The nearest station is Charing Cross.
Rail: The nearest station is Leicester Square.
Bus: The nearest stop is St. Martin’s Place (Stop K) on routes 24, 29, or 176.

Facilities & accessibility

Available Facilities: Cloakroom, bars, gift shop, restrooms
Accessibility: Accessible seating options and washrooms, ramps, handrails, wheelchair storage, audiovisual tools and assistance, guide dogs allowed

Additional information

Security: Theater staff may run a few pre-entry security checks to ensure the safety and comfort of all patrons.
Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire are great choices if you’re unsure what to wear.
Outside Food: Most theaters do not permit outside food. Venues may offer in-house concessions and refreshments to purchase before or after a show.

Tickets redemption

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Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!

Cancellation & refunds

Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.

Ratings & reviews

4.8

22 ratings

Roger

Feb 2025Verified booking

5/5

Well acted. Good script. Memories of comedy legends Priestleyesque twist on the dimensions of Time. Hugely enjoyed this play.. Will see it again.

Jennifer

Mar 2025Verified booking

3/5

You expect the stalls to be on the ground floor not underground and as a disabled person, I found the vast amount of stairs extremely arduous.

George

Mar 2025Verified booking

5/5

The seats in the Royal Circle were very good, the music before the performance was lovely to reminisce and the show itself was brilliant. Wonderful cast.

Mar 2025Verified booking

5/5

Absolutely everything about it. Front row seat, a great set and brilliant performances from all three actors. Would recommend to anyone.

Karen

Mar 2025Verified booking

5/5

Whole show was brilliant from start to finish, and I loved it. Blown away by the skill in which all 3 actors not only looked the part, but more impressively sounded and mimicked mannerisms brilliantly. A really funny experience with an unexpected twist at the end which took the whole experience up another level.