Tickets and discounts
Don’t miss your chance at the Criterion Theatre, London, because the play will be featuring from October to December. You can book tickets for The Comedy about a Bank Robbery only at £9; you don’t even need a discount! Although, discount tickets for The Comedy About a Bank Robbery will also be available. You can still check for one later during the season.
Story, cast and creatives
The play is based on the style of a 50s Holywood comedy – an attempt by a Canadian gang to steal a gemstone from a Minneapolis bank. The event lasts about two hours and 20 minutes, including one interval.
Suitability and accessibility
The Comedy about a Bank Robbery is suitable for adults and children above age 11. Laughter and crying is guaranteed during this astonishing and memorable play. It is an excellent show for families and people with special needs, who are looking for some fun. The theatre is very well prepared for every person’s needs. The staff will gladly lend a hand if any help is needed. Guide dogs are accepted and there are easy access toilets inside.
Cast and Creative team
Cast:
- Henry Lewis as Robin Freeboys
- Jonatgan Sayer as Warren Slax
- Henry Shields as Mitch Ruscitti
- Dave Hearn as Sam Monagham
- Charlie Russell as Caprice Freeboys
- Nancy Zamit as Ruth Monaghan
- Chris Leask as Everybody else
- Greg Tannahill as Cooper
- Jeremy Lloyd as Officer Randal Shuck
- Ellie Morris as Understudy Ruth
- Gareth Tempest as Understudy Sam Monaghan
- Steven Rostance as Understudy Roin Freeboys
- Holly Sumpton as Understudy
- Mark Hammersley as Understudy
Creatives:
- Mark Bell – Director
- David Farley – Set Designer
- David Howe – Lighting Designer
- Matt Leventhall – Additional Lighting Designer
- Roberto Surace – Costume Designer
- Jon Fiber - Sound Design
- Joey Hickman – Musical Director & Arranger
Critic Reviews
The show received five-star reviews from leading critics from The Telegraph, The Times, Radio Times, Sunday Telegraph and What’s On Stage. A quote from the Daily Telegraph states that “This is the funniest show in town”. Dominic Cavendish from The Telegraph said that “Quite simply, this is the funniest show in the West End”. The Times rated the production as a “Fast and fabulous comedy caper is a joyful night out.” Given the great reception and praising The Comedy About the Bank Robbery reviews, the show might be worth seeing.