The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Adapted by Simon Stephens from the award-winning novel by Mark Haddon and directed by Marianne Elliott, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time won seven Olivier Awards in 2013, including Best Play.
After a sold-out run at the National Theatre and the Apollo Theatre, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is back on the West End at the Gielgud Theatre.

Fifteen-year-old Christopher Boone, an Asperger’s syndrome sufferer, discovers his neighbour’s dog dead, speared by a garden fork, at seven minutes past midnight precisely. He is determined to solve this grisly murder. Struggling with the limitations of his condition, Christopher goes in search of the pieces to this puzzle but instead starts to uncover important clues about his own life.

Graham Butler as Christopher brings the boy’s inner turmoil and painful honesty uncompromisingly to life. The play includes an ingenuous mix of narrative and dramatic scenes, remaining true to the spirit of the book whilst also translating perfectly to the demands of live theatre.
The stage is transformed into a giant mathematical grid by Bunny Christie’s brilliant set design and projections are used to transport the audience to different locations and to give us a glimpse into Christopher’s anguished mind.

At times funny and suspenseful and at others agonising and raw, tickets to this extraordinary adaption may soon be hard to come by.

Duration

2 hours 40 including one interval.

Good To Know

There is a post show Q&A with cast members on the first Tuesday of every month. Free with a valid ticket for that day's performance. Duration approximately 25 minutes.

Please note: The seating plans are not accurate representations of the auditorium. While we try to ensure they are as close to the actual theatre plan as possible we cannot guarantee they are a true representation. Customers with specific requirements are advised to discuss these with the theatre prior to booking to avoid any confusion.

Location

Gielgud Theatre

Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 6AR

Additional Details & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

No refunds available after purchase.

How Does It Work

You will receive a confirmation email.

If you have chosen collect at box office please print the confirmation and bring it on the day, a minimum of 30 minutes before the performance start time. You will also need to present the card used to purchase the tickets as valid ID.

If you have chosen to receive tickets by post, the tickets will be despatched approximately 2-3 days after purchase.

Suitable For Children

Age recommendation: 11+

Where Do I Go

Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6AR

By Train-Charing Cross (approx. 550m)

By Tube-Piccadilly Circus (approx. 250m), Charing Cross (approx. 550m)

By Bus-14, 19, 38

Reviews

4.8(50 reviews)
  • Emma

    Jun 1, 2017

    Fantastic and modern set use innovatively e.g. escalator, LED lights. Very exciting. Funny, good adaption from the book

  • Jason

    May 31, 2017

    Knew nothing about the story and took my teenage daughter who wanted to see it. Thoroughly impressed and would definitely see again.

  • Littlenose

    May 31, 2017

    A great adaptation of the story - fast paced with captivating narration and powerful actors/ actresses. Well worth seeing if you get the chance.

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