A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong – Mischief Comedy

Brace yourself for seven weeks of festive chaos at London’s Apollo Theatre as A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong makes its much-anticipated return to the West End! 

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society – completely undeterred by their past disasters – are back, brimming with chaos as they take on one of Britain’s most treasured theatre classics: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.

Brought to life by Mischief Theatre, this Christmas comedy is packed with slapstick mishaps and unexpected twists. 

What is A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong?

Mischief Theatre is back with another Goes Wrong extravaganza, this time with a festive twist! If you’re familiar with Mischief’s signature brand of chaos, you know what to expect – missed cues, out-of-control props and actors desperately trying to keep the show from falling apart (and failing spectacularly).

Fresh from celebrating 10 years in the West End with The Play That Goes Wrong, Mischief Theatre is bringing back A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong, written by original Mischief members and producers Henry Lewis, Henry Shields and Jonathan Sayer.

This time, the Cornley amateur dramatic society attempts to stage Charles Dickens’ beloved Christmas classic, with their usual mix of disasters and misfortunes. First introduced as a Christmas special on BBC One in 2017, this hilarious production lands on the West End, promising a night of festive mayhem, slapstick surprises and plenty of mischief at Christmas.

What is the plot of A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong?

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is aiming to pull off their best performance yet with their own take on Ebenezer Scrooge’s Christmas story – but can they break free from their chaotic ways and avoid the usual mayhem?

The tech crew is clearly struggling with miscommunication, leading to delayed sets, missing actors, and a growing feud over who will play the lead role. What unfolds is a production on the verge of disaster, likely to become one of the most memorable (for all the wrong reasons) Christmas shows in history. Prepare for an evening of laughs, mishaps and a lot of unexpected surprises!

Highlights of this Mischief Christmas comedy

A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong, the newest production by Mischief Theatre, is set to be packed with the trademark slapstick comedy and cleverly staged disasters the Cornley crew is known for. You can count on the usual mix of technical hiccups, cast disputes and an escalating mess that only they could pull off.

While the London West End has seen endless takes on the classic A Christmas Carol, a Mischief production is always a promise of refreshing approach – packed with laugh-out-loud moments, spiralling chaos and a completely unexpected spin on a holiday favourite. One thing’s for sure: this won’t be your typical Christmas show, but it’s definitely one you won’t forget!

Book tickets for A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Don’t be a scrooge – get your tickets now with Visit London to see the play A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong. Click on the Book Now button on this page and you will be able to select the seats of your choice and see the corresponding ticket prices. 

The show is on the West End for a strictly limited time from 6 December to 25 January. 

How long is A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong?

Mischief Theatre’s Christmas special running time is yet to be confirmed.

What time is the evening show?

Evening performances for A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong are scheduled Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm as well as on Sundays at 7pm. 

On which days are there matinee performances?

A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong matinees are set to take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 2.30pm.

Apollo Theatre venue details

A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong is scheduled to show at the Apollo Theatre, located on Shaftesbury Avenue in Soho.

How to get there:

• Underground – The closest Tube stations are Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines), a three-minute walk to the theatre, and Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines), a six-minute walk away.
• Bus – Catch one of the many buses stopping at Trocadero/Haymarket (14, 19, 38, N19, N38), which is located a few steps away from the theatre.
• Biking – Hire a bike with Santander Cycles and head to Wardour Street, where you can find a docking station. 

Is this Goes Wrong show suitable for children?

The play is recommended for anyone aged eight and over. Please note that children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. 

What other Mischief comedies can I see in London?

See the Olivier Award-winning show The Play That Goes Wrong, the first of Mischief Theatre's hit productions, which follows the antics of an amateur theatre crew as they try to put on a play despite the many obstacles that bring utter chaos to the stage of the Duchess Theatre. Or catch the latest theatre production from Mischief's founding members, The Comedy About Spies, which brings the antics of top spies in search of a mole and secret weapons to the Noël Coward Theatre.