The Producers
Things to Know Before You Go
What is The Producers about?
The Producers follows Max Bialystock, a fading Broadway producer, and Leo Bloom, a timid accountant, as they attempt to get rich by staging the worst musical ever written. Their plan is to choose an offensive script, raise far too much money and hope the show closes on opening night so they can keep the excess. Instead, their tasteless show becomes an unexpected smash hit, with chaotic consequences.
Is The Producers suitable for children?
This production is recommended for ages 13 and over. The show contains strong language, bawdy humour, scenes of a sexual nature and satirical references to Adolf Hitler and Nazis. Teenagers with a good grasp of satire are likely to enjoy it, but it is not designed for younger children.
How long does The Producers run?
The Producers runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes including an interval. This gives plenty of time for the story, the big musical numbers and the elaborate comic set pieces to unfold without feeling rushed.
Where is The Producers performed in London?
The Producers is performed at the Garrick Theatre on Charing Cross Road, right in the heart of London’s West End. The venue is a short walk from Leicester Square and Charing Cross stations, making it easy to combine the show with dinner or drinks nearby.
Do I need to know the film to enjoy the musical?
No. Fans of the original Mel Brooks film will recognise many of the jokes and characters, but the stage version works perfectly well on its own. If you have never seen The Producers before, you will still follow the story and enjoy the songs and comedy.
Are there any content warnings I should be aware of?
Yes. The show includes scenes of a sexual nature, innuendo and repeated references to Adolf Hitler and Nazis, all presented in a deliberately satirical, mocking way. If you are sensitive to this type of humour, you may wish to bear this in mind when booking.
About this show
Mel Brooks' outrageous, Tony-winning musical comedy returns to London in a gleefully irreverent revival of The Producers. At the Garrick Theatre, washed-up impresario Max Bialystock and nervous accountant Leo Bloom dream up the ultimate Broadway scam: raise a fortune for a guaranteed flop, close on opening night and disappear to Rio with the cash. Unfortunately for them, their disastrous project, "Springtime for Hitler", turns out to be a surprise hit.
Expect a shameless love letter to showbusiness, packed with big production numbers, old-school show tunes and a book that skewers Broadway egos with affectionate bite. With tap-dancing chorus lines, larger-than-life characters and jokes that cheerfully push the boundaries of good taste, this revival is perfect for fans of bold musical satire who like their night out loud, clever and just a little bit wrong.
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