The "One Act" Play That Goes Wrong

Prepare for an evening of absolute theatrical chaos as Verdantrics Production Company proudly presents The "One Act" Play That Goes Wrong, the original version of what would later become the global phenomenon, The Play That Goes Wrong. This rare nugget of theatrical history premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2012, and served as the foundation for the full-length West End and Broadway smash. It delivers 75 minutes of nonstop chaos and laughter as the fictional Cornley Amateur Dramatics Society attempts to stage a 1920s murder mystery—only to be foiled by missed cues, falling scenery, and escalating disaster.

Verdantrics is an entirely student-run company and this is its fourth production since its foundation six years ago. The hope was to create a production company that would be run by students for students, and that it could be handed on from generation to generation, with each new cohort mentoring the next. From directing and acting to set design and production management, every aspect of the show is led entirely by students with a passion for theater and collaboration.

Expect impressive stagecraft, hilarious comedic performances, and a relentless pace that keeps you laughing from start to finish as the chaos increases. Whether you’re a fan of classic farce or new to the world of theatrical comedy, this is a show that will leave you grinning long after the final bow. The Play That Goes Wrong is a love letter to the stage—and the one act version is a chance to see how it all began. Verdantrics invites you to witness the glorious trainwreck unfold as everything that can go wrong.... actually does.