Howerds End

Can you imagine being terrified of your own happiness? You can? Then let’s begin… Frankie Howerd was one of Britain’s most loved comedians for half a century. But he had a secret. And the secret’s name was Dennis.

This hugely acclaimed play by Mark Farrelly (Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope, The Silence of Snow: The Life of Patrick Hamilton) takes you to the heart of Frankie and Dennis’ clandestine relationship, which lasted from the 1950s until Frankie died in 1992. Packed with laughter but unafraid of truth, Howerd’s End portrays two humans’ journey through closeness, love, grief, and all the things that make life worth living. Come and say farewell to a legend…and learn the art of letting go.

Reviews

★★★★★ London Living Large: “If you see better performances or a more insightful play this year or next, you will be very lucky”

★★★★ North West End: “Heartfelt, funny and with an inspiring message”

(No star ratings) Spectator: “The Beeb could turn this script into TV gold”

★★★★ London Pub Theatres: “It’s touching, it’s moving…this is a well-told tale of a unique talent who still raises a smile”

★★★★ Get Your Coats On: “It’s a quietly powerful performance that grows louder in the remembering”

Everything Theatre: “Compelling throughout”

Practical info

Tickets: £18/£15 concessions

For information about bookings, refunds and exchanges, please see here.

Seating: Please note row H, the back row, is high bench seating. The auditorium has steps up the centre aisle, so book at the front for anyone who may have difficulty with steps or heights.

Running time: 80 minutes, no interval

Latecomers: Latecomers will not be admitted.