The Unfriend Tickets
About The Unfriend
See Sherlock writer Steven Moffat’s debut play The Unfriend in London. The Unfriend tickets are available on London Theatre now.
What would you do if a friend you made on holiday turned out to have a dark secret? That’s the sticky situation that Peter and Debbie find themselves in when they land.
While the pair were on holiday, they met Elsa, an American with strong Republican views. A few months later, Elsa invites herself to stay at Peter and Debbie’s house — without any prior warning — to put her undercover plans in motion. But who is Elsa?
Once Peter and Debbie look up Elsa Jean Krakowski's real identity online, they realise her true colours. The Unfriend explores what happens when you’re trying to protect yourself, all with a polite smile on your face.
Even though The Unfriend marks Steven Moffat’s debut play, he’s got an excellent track record for creating beloved stories. Moffat’s worked on over 40 episodes of Doctor Who starring David Tennant and Matt Smith, as well as Sherlock with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Moffat is joined by regular collaborator Mark Gatiss as director, and fellow The League of Gentleman star Reece Shearsmith appears in the show.
BAFTA Award-winning comedian Lee Mack (Not Going Out, Would I Lie To You?) and Sarah Alexander (Coupling, Smack The Pony) join Frances Barber (Silk, Doctor Who) as she reprises her force of nature performance in this smash hit comedy.
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Run time
1h 55m (incl. interval)
Venue
Categories
Age
12+ recommendation
Start date
15th December, 2023
End date
9th March, 2024
Our Review
'The Unfriend' review – Lee Mack is in his element in Steven Moffat's comedy of manners
The Unfriend cast and creative team
By: Steven Moffat
Director: Mark Gatiss
Cast list: Lee Mack (as Peter), Sarah Alexander (as Debbie), Frances Barber (as Elsa), Nick Sampson (as the Neighbor), Muzz Khan (as PC Junkin), Maddie Holiday (as Rosie), Jem Matthews (as Alex)
Design: Robert Jones
Costumes: Robert Jones
Lighting: Mark Henderson
Sound: Ella Wahlström
Other info: Video design and animation by Andrzej Goulding
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Charing Cross Road) 24, 29, 176; (Shaftesbury Avenue) 14, 19, 38
Night bus numbers: (Charing Cross Road) 24, 176, N5, N20, N29, N41, N279; (Shaftesbury Avenue) 14, N19, N38
Car park: St Martin's Lane Hotel (2mins)
Directions from tube: The theatre can be seen opposite the station.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Unfriend about?
When a couple befriend someone on holiday, they don't expect to stay in contact. And they definitely don't expect her to stay in their house! Steven Moffat's debut play heads to the West End, directed by Mark Gatiss. See The Unfriend in London today.
Where is The Unfriend playing?
The Unfriend is playing at Wyndham's Theatre. The theatre is located at 32-36 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0DA.
How long is The Unfriend?
The running time of The Unfriend is 1h 55m (incl. interval)
What's the age requirement for The Unfriend?
The recommended age for The Unfriend is 12+ recommendation.
How do you book tickets for The Unfriend?
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