The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Gielgud Theatre
SHOW TIMES
Opened: 24 Jun 2014 Booking from: 16 Jun 2017
Booking until: 17 Jun 2017
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
228 MEMBER REVIEWS
Add a review >- livvygiddings 5"9 female 3 reviews 0 helpful votesThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, 28th June 2016The show is brilliant, telling a story of Christopher Boone a 15 year old boy with autism. The story line is gripping and the actors kept the audiences attention at all times. There are funny moments throughout the show. The night I saw the show about 25 minutes in an emergency alarm went off throughout the theatre. This was a very strange experience, the whole theatre, including the cast were evacuated from the theatre. Fortunately this wasn't anything and about 15 minutes later everyone was quickly escorted back to their seats. The theatre manager came out on stage and explained that an emergency door had been opened and no one knew it was going to happen and that the show would resume from when left off. The cast were AMAZING and coped extremely well with this issue and none of them seemed phased at all by this. Considering this was only the 2nd week with the new cast. The AV and technology in the show is incredible, with a magical set which is brought to life. The physicality of the actors it stupendous. The costumes are realistic every day wear, which works for the show. I have seen this twice and would definitely see it again.Sat in Grand Circle D3The entire of the stage left of the set unfortunately I couldn't see, and the downstage left area of the stage. Despite this the seats were comfortable and there was plenty of leg room.
View from Grand Circle D3 - NPSmith 5'10" male 2 reviews 0 helpful votesThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, 26th August 2016The longevity of this National Theatre production speaks for itself. The show has NT written right through it like a stick of rock, with very high production values, excellent performances and thought provoking subject matter. Joseph Ayre, making his professional acting debut in the lead role is outstanding. The production relies strongly on very tightly controlled stage movement and timing, and the deceptively simple square box set from Bunny Christie is very tech-heavy and could upstage the actors if the performances were not of such high standard. Be prepared for a lot of narration, as the adaptation is like walking into a book. What stands out is the play's ability to give us a strong flavour of what it's like inside the mind of a teenager with Asperger's syndrome. Both witty and moving, it comes recommended. Note that the first act is much longer than the second, so don't worry that it seems very late at the interval!Sat in Dress Circle D18Due to the staging of this show, it's a real benefit to have a view of the stage floor, so the elevated position of the circle is a bonus. The seat has more than adequate legroom and although it's not the widest seat I've ever sat in it is comfortable for someone of average height and build like me. Again due to the staging, the central location is helpful to fully appreciate the technical aspects of the production. The good rake ensures that the heads of those in front are not distracting.
View from Dress Circle D18 - laurenelphick 5"3 female 29 reviews 1 helpful voteThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, 1st June 2017I LOVED THE SHOW! The whole thing is phenomenal! I'm lost for words! It is also immensely important regarding mental health and think more people should watch it to gain an insight on what it is like for someone to have a mental health issue.Sat in Grand Circle AA6The view isn't actually that bad when you lean forward. Some of the right hand side of the stage is blocked because of the the lights and rail but it is a fairly decent view for the price! The only bad thing would be that the leg room is appalling! I'm 5'3 so legroom is barely ever an issue for me but this was just ridiculous. I would like to see here again for the view but I don't think I will because of the legroom.
View from Grand Circle AA6 - rebeccahastings 5'5 female 8 reviews 0 helpful votesThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, 13th May 2017Very powerful show that really makes you think about how people's brains work and why we do things. The set and lighting was incredible too a real visual representation of the main character Christopher's brain and the way things appeared out the set and the way it moved was very clever.Sat in Grand Circle G4The seats were very comfortable and there was plenty of legroom you just can't fully stretch your legs out as expected in the circle. You could see all of the stage except for the bottom right hand corner but you only missed a couple of tiny moments you didn't miss any key storyline.
View from Grand Circle G4
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME SEATING PLAN
Sit in the Circle for the best overall view of the stunning light up set and captivating projections.
STORY
Every now and then a production comes along that wipes the floor with all that’s gone before it. The National theatre’s adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is one such production.
Since premiering at the National back in 2012 the show has taken the West End and Broadway by storm, scooping a staggering seven Olivier Awards and five Tony’s including Best Play at both ceremonies.
Based on Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel and adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Simon Stephens, the show boasts an outstanding creative team including superstar director Marianne Elliot (War Horse, The Light Princess). Bunny Christie’s jaw dropping design, together with Finn Ross’s video projections and Paule Constable’s pinpricks of multi-coloured light create a real high-tech setting. Add to this original music by Adrian Sutton and beautiful movement by Frantic Assembly’s Steven Hoggett and Scott Graham and you’ve got something very unique.
Christopher Boone is a math genius but suffers from an unspecified disorder that means he struggles to understand other people and the world around him. When Mrs Shears dog Wellington is found murdered with a pitchfork, Christopher resolves to solve the mystery and catch the killer. However his investigations leave him under suspicion by the local constabulary. As Christopher attempts to discovers the true identity of Wellington’s killer his journey leads to some big revelations. As his journey of discovery takes him all the way in London, Christopher faces a world of terrifying new experiences.
This production’s biggest achievement is that it really explores what it is like to be Christopher and to experience the world the way he does.
Mark Haddon’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was the recipient of more than seventeen literary awards… and if all this wasn’t enough the play also features some real life animals!
This is truly an unmissable production.
Since premiering at the National back in 2012 the show has taken the West End and Broadway by storm, scooping a staggering seven Olivier Awards and five Tony’s including Best Play at both ceremonies.
Based on Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel and adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Simon Stephens, the show boasts an outstanding creative team including superstar director Marianne Elliot (War Horse, The Light Princess). Bunny Christie’s jaw dropping design, together with Finn Ross’s video projections and Paule Constable’s pinpricks of multi-coloured light create a real high-tech setting. Add to this original music by Adrian Sutton and beautiful movement by Frantic Assembly’s Steven Hoggett and Scott Graham and you’ve got something very unique.
Christopher Boone is a math genius but suffers from an unspecified disorder that means he struggles to understand other people and the world around him. When Mrs Shears dog Wellington is found murdered with a pitchfork, Christopher resolves to solve the mystery and catch the killer. However his investigations leave him under suspicion by the local constabulary. As Christopher attempts to discovers the true identity of Wellington’s killer his journey leads to some big revelations. As his journey of discovery takes him all the way in London, Christopher faces a world of terrifying new experiences.
This production’s biggest achievement is that it really explores what it is like to be Christopher and to experience the world the way he does.
Mark Haddon’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was the recipient of more than seventeen literary awards… and if all this wasn’t enough the play also features some real life animals!
This is truly an unmissable production.
SUITABLE FOR
This is a great show for those looking for something a bit different or a play that has all of the ‘wow factor’ of a West End musical. Please note this production is recommended for ages 11 + as it features some strong language.
Age Recommendations: Recommended for 13+
Age Recommendations: Recommended for 13+
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