The Producers
Mel Brooks' Tony-winning farce about two Broadway producers scheming to stage a flop, now open at the Garrick Theatre after a sold-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory.
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Overview
The Producers follows a washed-up Broadway producer and a nervy accountant who hatch a plan to get rich by staging the worst musical they can find — and, naturally, watch it become a hit anyway. This first major London revival transferred to the West End's Garrick Theatre after selling out its smaller-venue run at the Menier Chocolate Factory, and quickly became one of the most talked-about comedies in the West End.
It's a broad, fast-paced farce rather than a quiet night at the theatre — expect big laughs and a knowingly outrageous satirical streak throughout.
Visitor information
The Garrick Theatre is a compact, traditional Victorian playhouse on Charing Cross Road, in the heart of Theatreland with plenty of pre-theatre dining options nearby.
Getting there
Leicester Square and Charing Cross Underground stations are both a couple of minutes' walk away.
Age guidance
Best suited to teenagers and adults; the show is a farce that knowingly satirises sensitive historical subject matter for comic effect, alongside plenty of innuendo.
Accessibility
The Garrick Theatre offers wheelchair-accessible seating and an induction loop — contact the box office in advance to confirm access requirements, as legroom and step-free routes are more limited in an older building like this one.
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Producers playing in London?
It transferred to the Garrick Theatre on Charing Cross Road after a sold-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory.
Is The Producers suitable for children?
It's best suited to teenagers and adults — the satire and innuendo are aimed at a grown-up audience.