The Play That Goes Wrong

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 7:00 PM - Ongoing
Willis Theatre, 74, West William Street, Delaware, Ohio, 43015, United States
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Description

A hilarious comedy by Mischief Theatre (Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, Henry Shields) about an amateur drama society’s disastrous attempt at a 1920s murder mystery. Featuring physical comedy, malfunctioning sets, and actors breaking character, the show became a runaway hit from London’s Old Red Lion Theatre to Broadway and won a Tony Award for Scenic Design.

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Venue

Willis Theatre
74, West William Street, Delaware, Ohio, 43015, United States

Customer Reviews

4.8 28 Ratings
Trevor Long
Mar 21, 2026

Of the hundreds of shows I've seen over the years I can say with absolute certainty, and this can be verified by my family that came as well, that was absolutely, positively, and without a shred of doubt one of them.

Carmen Walters
Mar 20, 2026

LOVED IT! well done! cast was excellent, execution was superb! love the play within a play aspect. had a fun time.

Kristina Bogdanov
Mar 17, 2026

Arena Theatre's production of The Play That Goes Wrong was absolutely exceptional - hilarious, great cast and stage production. I loved the atmosphere of the play, and the energy of the cast members. It was a unique and memorable performance that reaffirms the beauty and need for human creation.

Deb McMillan
Mar 17, 2026

A very enjoyable afternoon. So glad water was available cuz i laughed so much and so long that my throat got dry. This was the kind of play that if someone goofed a line, they just put on a deadpan face and then say what was correct and keep on going!

DOUG BROWN
Mar 16, 2026

This was easily one of the funniest plays I've seen. Overall, an outstanding experience.

It's the second Arena production I've seen and both were excellent. Even though I live two counties away, I plan to return for many more.

Cheryl Krause
Mar 16, 2026

The Arena Fair cast certainly outdid theirselves this time. It was one laugh after another and you were almost on the edge of your seat wondering what could go wrong next.

By far one of the best productions they have ever presented. Looking forward to the next show.

Liz Kuhn
Mar 16, 2026

Very funny and entertaining

Laura McKnight
Mar 16, 2026

The script of this play was obviously humorous, but the incredibly talented actors and ingenious set design made it absolutely HILARIOUS! Well done to all of the performers, set designers, backstage crew, and lighting/sound technicians.

Rick Markin
Mar 16, 2026

First time at this venue. Enjoyed the show.

Patricia Meyer
Mar 16, 2026

It was a very fun show! We had a great time!