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Dr. Strangelove in London
Starring:
Steve Coogan
Are you ready to embark on a darkly comedic and intellectually stimulating journey through the absurdities of nuclear war and political paranoia? Stanley Kubrick's iconic masterpiece, Dr. Strangelove, is making its West End debut in Autumn 2024.
This exciting new stage adaptation of what is hailed as one of the greatest comedic films of all time is the result of a collaboration between the BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winning Sean Foley. Get ready to experience this timeless satire brought to life in a whole new dimension!
What is Dr Strangelove about?
The original 1964 classic film of Dr Strangelove was a huge hit; being nominated for four Academy Awards and seven BAFTAs at the same time.
Set during the Cold War era, the story itself revolves around a paranoid Air Force general who orders a nuclear attack on the Soviet Union, triggering a series of absurd events that lead to the brink of nuclear apocalypse. The plot is loosely based on the 1958 thriller Red Alert by Peter George, who co-wrote the screenplay along with Kubrick and Terry Southern.
Explosively funny, this show reveals what happens when a handful of men seem hell-bent on mutually assured destruction.
See Steve Coogan in Dr Strangelove
Playing multiple roles in the production, one of the UK's most celebrated actors will take to the stage in Dr Strangelove. Steve Coogan is renowned for his versatility and commanding presence on screen which has won him seven BAFTA awards. Coogan will captivate audiences as he promises to infuse depth into his performance in this world premiere.
Packed with dark humour and sharp social commentary, Dr Strangelove will be an exciting new addition to the West End. Heading to the Noel Coward Theatre from 8 October, this play offers audiences a timeless exploration of the absurdity and horror of nuclear warfare that will leave them gripped to the action.
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Dr. Strangelove Ticket Information
- Booking until:
Saturday, 25 January 2025
- Running time:
2hr 15min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Age restrictions
Ages 14+. Under 16s must be accompanied and sat next to an adult (18+). Everyone must have their own ticket. Under 3s will not be admitted.
- Important Information
The performance contains some flashing lights and gunshots, haze, bad language and smoking onstage.
- Cancellations & Refunds
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Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Dr. Strangelove.
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The doctor will see you nowWhat can you say about a show that is billed as ‘starring’ Steve Coogan if said star is a no show? In this production, Coogan plays 6, I think, of the many characters involved. Notices were clearly displayed telling patrons that the star of the show would not be appearing and I had noticed an email earlier advising the same and offering a full refund. The show was also being filmed, so I imagine Coogan’s non availability was pretty much last minute. This all being said, the cast undertook their roles seamlessly and professionally. The actor playing RAF officer Mandrake and, I think Dr. Strangelove was particularly entertaining.
M Reviewed on 24 January 2025 by Mike
United Kingdom
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Not greatThe show was very disappointing. Very loud lots of shouting and not funny
G Reviewed on 24 January 2025 by Gillian
United Kingdom
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A good stab at recreating the amazing film.G Reviewed on 06 January 2025 by Graham
United Kingdom
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Dr. Strangelove on StageT Reviewed on 03 January 2025 by Thunayyan
United Kingdom
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Loved ItT Reviewed on 03 January 2025 by Tim
United Kingdom
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Each character was pitched at the same bizarre level of exaggeration, and therefore the story lacked depth. No sense of menace or in the genuine catastrophe of the world potentially ending, which for me is why the comedy didn’t work. It was all one note. There are clearly some very clever people involved and some funny lines, but it was for me, a big missed opportunity. Also, other than the ego trip of comparing himself to Peter Sellars, I didn’t see the point in Steve Coogan playing four characters. The most impressive thing about it were the quick costume/wig changes. Sorry for all the negativity but that’s how I felt.
R Reviewed on 11 December 2024 by Risteard
United Kingdom
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Too much like the movieToo much like the movie. Nothing new. Nothing original. Nothing unexpected. Nothing was done to make the story unique for the stage. This show represents everything that’s wrong with the theatre today. Give the audience life, not copies. Give us magic, not imitations. Make us love the live theatre, not dead reflections of someone else’s creativity. Sorry for the bad review. But someone has got tell you stop it before it’s too late.
W Reviewed on 02 November 2024 by William
United States Of America
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Excellent AdaptationM Reviewed on 10 October 2024 by Meir
Israel
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Hilarious show completely relevant for our timesA timely piece of theatre. It was a hoot but also frightening in this current era, where out of control madmen appear to be in charge (or may soon be so) of so many countries. Lots of whizz-bang effects and “smoke”. Steve Coogan was great in all the parts he played.
R Reviewed on 09 October 2024 by Rhonda
Australia
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Dr.Strangelove, Giles Terera (Turgidson) Steve Coogan (President Muffley), Tony Jayawardena (Bakov), Mark Hadfield (Faceman) Oliver Alvin-Wilson (Jefferson). Photo by Manuel Harlan.
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Dr Strangelove Full Company Photo by Craig Sugden
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Giles Terera. Photo by Chantel King.
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