What’s funnier than a play going off the rails? Watching it fall apart—again and again! A hilariously hapless theatre troupe is desperately trying to stage the farce Nothing On, but everything that can go wrong does. As opening night approaches, missed cues, misplaced props, disappearing costumes, and backstage bickering spiral into full-blown mayhem.

With slamming doors, flying sardines, and actors who can’t keep it together, Noises Off is a masterclass in physical comedy and perfectly timed chaos. It’s big, bold, and packed with laughs. Come ready to laugh ‘til it hurts. If you laughed your way through The Play That Goes Wrong, you’re going to love Noises Off.

A preshow talk is offered in the West Lobby 30 minutes prior to curtain.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please fill out this form. We have Playhouse donors who have generously supported a limited number of pay-what-you-can tickets for distribution. Requests should be made prior to opening night.

Performance Times:

7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

Theatre:

Signature Series in the John Viars Theatre

Run Time:

2 hours 30 minutes including two 10-minute intermissions

Content Advisory:

The Playhouse does not rate subject matter as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have questions about content, age appropriateness, or other aspects of the show (ie strobe lights and other theatrical effects), please contact the ticket office at 515.277.6261.

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