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Starring:
Jennifer Saunders
Blithe Spirit – Noel Coward's classic comedy is back in town!
Welcome to Blithe spirit, starring Jennifer Saunders, half of the comedy duo French and Saunders, for which she and Dawn French received a BAFTA fellowship in 2009. Saunders also wrote and starred in Absolutely Fabulous. The award-winning actor delights us yet again in her role as the eccentric Medium Madame Arcati along with Geoffrey Streatfeild, Lisa Dillon, Simon Coates, Lucy Robinson, and Rose Wardlaw. The fun is directed by Sir Richard Eyre, complete with an all-star cast and a legendary creative team.
What's the plot of Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit was written by Noel Coward in 1941, while war roared across Europe and beyond. It was named after a line from the poem 'To a Skylark' by Percy Bysshe Shelley: “Hail to thee, blithe Spirit! Bird thou never wert.” There was a movie version in 1945, narrated by Coward and directed by David Lean. It was a huge hit, just like the play, and the story has been told numerous times in theatres across the world ever since. It remains hugely popular and always fills venues to the brim.
The plot? Author Charles Condomine is researching material for a mystery novel. He invites the awful fake Medium Madame Arcati to hold a séance in his home. While in a trance Madame Arcati accidentally summons the ghost of Charles’ first wife, Elvira, who only Charles can see. Elvira clearly wants her husband back despite his new wife Ruth. Things go rapidly downhill as a baffled Charles watches his dead wife and his living wife fight over him. Who will win? It's a brilliant ending!
Like all of Coward's plays Blithe Spirit is rich in beautifully crafted dialogue, perfectly observed, wonderfully sophisticated and, as always, hilariously funny and totally outrageous. Anthony Ward is the designer and Howard Harrison is the two-time Olivier winning lighting designer. John Leonard is the award-winning sound designer and Paul Kieve, the internationally renowned illusionist, creates the magic. Last but not least, Blithe Spirit is presented by Theatre Royal Bath Productions, Lee Dean, and Jonathan Church Theatre Productions.
Who is Blithe Spirit for?
Blithe Spirit is recommended for people aged 12 or more.
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Saturday, 6 November 2021
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- Recommended for:
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Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Blithe Spirit.
Please note the reviews below are from an old production of Blithe Spirit.
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A great version of this terrifiç play.A great play but as we are older the only seats available were not the best. Worth booking earlier and buying better seats.
C Reviewed on 25 November 2021 by Carol
Chinnor, United Kingdom
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The Show is a DelightGreat show, Jennifer Saunders is superb, a comic genius! All of the actors were excellent and the show is a lot of fun, highly recommend.
A Reviewed on 05 November 2021 by Abbie
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Excellent playWe enjoyed this play so much would definitely love to see again
Y Reviewed on 30 October 2021 by Yvonne
Middlesex, United Kingdom
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Fantastic performances in a wonderfully quirky theatre. A real treat.R Reviewed on 29 October 2021 by Rob
Stocksfield, United Kingdom
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Superb performanceG Reviewed on 28 October 2021 by Geoffrey
Great Missenden, United Kingdom
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Absolutely fabulous!Amazing, so funny all actors were first clasd
T Reviewed on 28 October 2021 by Tania
Llanelli, United Kingdom
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A must seePerfect adaptation of Noel Cowards play ! No scenery changes so very quick turnaround in acts ! I did however feel that “Edith” overacted a teeny tiny little bit! But perhaps this was the director’s intention. A great night out!
L Reviewed on 27 October 2021 by Lynda
Cheam, United Kingdom
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Must see!D Reviewed on 26 October 2021 by Diane
Slough, United Kingdom
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Hilarious and witty beyond belief!B Reviewed on 26 October 2021 by Bailey
London, United Kingdom
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Funny and well actedG Reviewed on 25 October 2021 by Graham
London, United Kingdom
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Absolutely fabulous sweety darling!!!The show is very English hilarious. It is amazing stories. Everyone is perfect and very funny. I love it very much. it is realistic about relationship between husband snd wife,
K Reviewed on 23 October 2021 by Kasemsak
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Great farceM Reviewed on 22 October 2021 by Mark
Telford, United Kingdom
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Very wittyFabulous show, well acted. A joy to watch.
H Reviewed on 21 October 2021 by Hayley
Wadhurst, United Kingdom
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Great fun!A great night out with lots of laughs and great acting. A classic.
M Reviewed on 20 October 2021 by Maria
Limerick, Ireland
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Jennifer Saunders - Absolute LegendL Reviewed on 19 October 2021 by Laura
Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Absolutely funnyC Reviewed on 15 October 2021 by Christopher
Croydon, United Kingdom
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Fantastic show. Excellent cast.W Reviewed on 02 October 2021 by William
London, United Kingdom
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Acting and production excellence!T Reviewed on 22 September 2021 by Tiago
London, United Kingdom
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AwesomeGreat show and a lovely night out.
I Reviewed on 18 September 2021 by Ian
London, United Kingdom
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Show was entertaining and cast was delightful. Theatre was hot, stuffy which made it very uncomfortable, Angela Lansbury is still amazing and at 88!!
A Reviewed on 16 July 2014 by Anonymous
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c A Reviewed on 06 June 2014 by Anonymous
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I love Noel Coward and everytyhing he ever wrote, so I am prejudiced.... A Reviewed on 06 June 2014 by Anonymous
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An excellent productionAngela Lansbury was a great Madame Arcarti, Elvira and Ruth made great ghosts
A Reviewed on 06 June 2014 by Anonymous
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A Theatre goer from afarWe come to London seldom, living in the Midlands. The show was fine nothing outstanding. We came to see Angela Lansbury and were not disappointed, although I did prefer Margaret Rutherford. Old Theatre, very modern in Leicester for half the price
A Reviewed on 05 June 2014 by Anonymous
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A special nightLoved every minute of the show. Beautiful old theatre , magnificent sets, super acting, in fact it didn't feel like acting it was so natural one felt as though sitting in their lounge. Fantastic dialogue, timing of all actors and all the small gestures were superb. The final scene just cracked me up . Never laughed at a show so much. Angela Landsbury was a stand out.
A Reviewed on 03 June 2014 by Anonymous
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Spoilt by soundThis show was spoilt by the lack of sound. I did not hear a word that the actors said but was following the written 'autocue' all evening so I could not watch the actors at the same time. The sound production was very bad as there did not appear to be any microphones on stage and the 'autocue' did not keep up with what was being said. I know my husband & I were in the Grand Circle (and we are in our 70's) but we have never experienced such poor quality sound and it really spoilt the evening.
A Reviewed on 01 June 2014 by Anonymous
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Absolutely charmingNoel Coward's play stood the rest of time. The cast was wonderful, Their timing pitch perfect. Angela Lamsbury was a delight . She still has it.
A Reviewed on 31 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Great night out A Reviewed on 30 May 2014 by Anonymous
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A must see!!!The acting was superb. Angela Lansbury was a delight at 88 years of age. Her comedic parts brought laughter and applause from the audience. A must see
A Reviewed on 29 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Fantastic showEven 3 rows from the back we still had excellent sight of the actors; expressions
A Reviewed on 27 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Show was greatSadly we had two extra tickets which the theatre would not buy back. Rather resold Them and made double Money off of us. I am very disturbed that the seats we paid for were full and we were not able to Sell ours back. Shame
A Reviewed on 27 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Sublime SpiritTotally awesome - fabulous writing by Coward was to be expected, as was exquisite stagecraft by Ms Lansbury, but all the cast played difficult roles brilliantly. Look out particularly for Ms Rooper's initial interaction with the new ghost on the block, and savour every second of Charles' final 'conversation' with the set! Could watch it again and again Sublime
A Reviewed on 27 May 2014 by Anonymous
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"Go Angela!"Visiting from the states and long time fans of Angela Lansbury-loved the play - all the actors were fantastic -a wonderful experience. Came to London to visit my great grandfather's windmill in Brixton. Audrey Ashby Webb
A Reviewed on 26 May 2014 by Anonymous
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very enjoyableLovely theatre great show and to see angela lansbury on stage was great
A Reviewed on 25 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Lansbury brilliant - rest Amateur Dramatics ... and Edith!?????Massively disappointed! Angela Lansbury was wonderful and without her - it would have been a village hall production that was just all a bit painful to watch with lines being fluffed left, right and centre and wooden performances.
A Reviewed on 25 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Blithe Spiritvery professional actors, very funny, Angela Lansbury was absolutely brilliant especially going into her 'trance'. she is my favourite actress, a definite 'must see' for all.
A Reviewed on 25 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Great time had by allWonderful
A Reviewed on 24 May 2014 by Anonymous
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life begins at 80 A Reviewed on 23 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Excellent good perfomances very funny would recommend it
A Reviewed on 20 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Really enjoyed the show - Angela Landsbury is of course magnificent!
A Reviewed on 18 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Travel for theatreCame 3000 miles to see Angela Lansbury in this show. Wouldn't you!
A Reviewed on 17 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Absolutely wonderfulBlithe Spirit was a delight from start to finish. Angela Lansbury was absolutely superb as was the rest of the cast, and the ambience in the theatre was fantastic. One really felt how much all the staff appreciates her and loves her. A fantastic evening. Thank you!
A Reviewed on 11 May 2014 by Anonymous
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great fun performanceLoved every minute of it but ai have to admit my knees starting to wake up 3/4 through due to the lack of space between the seats for leg movements.
A Reviewed on 11 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Fantastic!'Blithe Spirit' what a fantastic play, another classic by Noël Coward!! Loved it, very funny and Angela Lansbury is such a legend! Great cast!!
A Reviewed on 11 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Blithe SpiritAngela Landsbury was remarkable, all the more so for the energy and sharpness at the grand age of 88. The play itself is no masterpiece but a good story with comedy. The other cast members were all accomplished actors, the direction was good. It was enjoyable.
A Reviewed on 04 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Good evening's entertainmentEven though the play is old, the story and humour really work well. Beware: ladies; toilets at this theatre are totally inadequate..
A Reviewed on 04 May 2014 by Anonymous
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Pettals delightDelightful show - Angela Lansbury was truly excellent as Madam Arcati. The rest of the cast were also excellent.
A Reviewed on 29 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Great ExperienceA must see as all actors are brilliant which made an enjoyable evening all round Angle Lansbury Magnificent
A Reviewed on 29 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Top ShowBrilliant,funny & the actors were 1st class
A Reviewed on 24 April 2014 by Anonymous
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An American looks at English theatreLove Angela Lansbury
A Reviewed on 24 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Delightful night at the theater A Reviewed on 23 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Fun play A Reviewed on 22 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Great Show!Took my sister and my mother to see this show as a Easter treat. This was a good choice as it didn't disappoint. It was an extremely enjoyable show. All the actors were very good and their comic timing impeccable. Angela Lansbury was excellent.
A Reviewed on 21 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Fabulous Blithe Spirit with Angela Lansbury A Reviewed on 20 April 2014 by Anonymous
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For OAP'SI thought it was boring & too long, 2 1/2 hours long
A Reviewed on 20 April 2014 by Anonymous
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FantasticAngela Lansbury is a real must to see, fantastic acting, very funny.
A Reviewed on 18 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Awesome!Hilarious with brilliant performances Angela Landsbury is magnificent!
A Reviewed on 15 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Pure enjoyment A Reviewed on 15 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Brilliant A Reviewed on 15 April 2014 by Anonymous
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A show for all ages A Reviewed on 14 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Dame Angela Lansbury heads up a great cast.I loved this show. Noel Coward's writing is entertaining and funny. All of the cast is incredible, but Angela Lansbury proves that she's still got it... and some. Not many "bad" places to sit, but I was centered towards the back in the stalls and the view was perfect.
A Reviewed on 13 April 2014 by Anonymous
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A Thoroughly Enjoyable, Amusing EveningRe-seeing this N.Coward play with the Thirties mannerisms & witty dialogue nostalgic of parents' generation attitudes, mannerisms and opinions.
A Reviewed on 11 April 2014 by Anonymous
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EntertainingBrilliant commedyall the actors were very good, Angela Lansbury terrific!
A Reviewed on 10 April 2014 by Anonymous
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For a Good Time in London See Blithe Spirit A Reviewed on 07 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Spirited EntertainmentExcellent show, excellent cast, something to cheer you up.
A Reviewed on 06 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Spirited Entertainment A Reviewed on 06 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Polished classic hits bullseye...Coward's play remains remarkably fresh when performed as beautifully as this. . of course Angela Lansbury does not disappoint, with a glorious performance as Mme Arcati, but she does not eclipse a very strong cast who play Coward's clever lok at spiritualism and fractured marriages to the hilt. Wonderful fun. !
A Reviewed on 06 April 2014 by Anonymous
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AL Rocksshow was hilarious with great cast
A Reviewed on 05 April 2014 by Anonymous
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Well worth seeingEnthralling and captivating throughout. Excellent acting performances.
A Reviewed on 01 April 2014 by Anonymous
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safe theatreA partisan audience had their expectations confirmed.
A Reviewed on 29 March 2014 by Anonymous
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Great Comedy - better than a farce!Very very clever and very very funny - you won't be sad you went!
A Reviewed on 28 March 2014 by Anonymous
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superstar in west endthat is what show business is all about a special event
A Reviewed on 24 March 2014 by Anonymous
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superstar in west endthat is what show business is all about a special event
A Reviewed on 24 March 2014 by Anonymous
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hilariousVery good acting, Angela Lansbury was brilliant!!!
A Reviewed on 16 March 2014 by Anonymous
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Blithe A Reviewed on 09 March 2014 by Anonymous
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March 8thExcellent real escapism. Noel Cowrd at his best and superbly acted. Angela's is remarkable.
A Reviewed on 09 March 2014 by Anonymous
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March 8th A Reviewed on 09 March 2014 by Anonymous
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Amazing acting! A Reviewed on 05 March 2014 by Anonymous
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great showJemima Rooper is fabulous!
A Reviewed on 05 March 2014 by Anonymous
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very very good having seen the old movies this match up very well A Reviewed on 04 March 2014 by Anonymous
2021
Blithe Spirit – 2021 – Full cast announced!
by London Box Office | Tuesday, August 17 2021, 15:14
Update for Blithe Spirit at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Imagine how the infamously brilliant Noel Coward would feel if he knew so many of his remarkable plays were still on stage, still loved by millions all these years after his death? This one, written in 1941, remains one of his best-loved, a hilarious and hysterical play that delves deep into the bizarre world where an angry ghost, an eccentric medium, and the sabotage of a perfectly good marriage are laid out to entertain us. Splendid!
Blithe Spirit – 2021 – Full cast announced!2021
Blithe Spirit – 2021 West End Dates
by London Box Office | Tuesday, June 1 2021, 11:32
Update for Blithe Spirit at the Harold Pinter Theatre
The brilliantly funny Jennifer Saunders is back for the West End production of the Noel Coward comedy that never fades. It's just as funny, just as eccentric as ever, and this time around it's directed by Sir Richard Eyre. The show is on stage from 16th September 2021 to 6th November 2021, and Saunders is joined by a glittering cast.
Blithe Spirit – 2021 West End Dates2020
Exciting Things To Come At The Duke Of York's Theatre
by Josephine Balfour-Oatts | Saturday, February 22 2020, 14:11
Jennifer Saunders is set to take the West End by storm in less than two weeks time. Starring in Blithe Spirit, the production is just one of three sensational shows to be staged at the Duke Of York's over the coming months.
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