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Henry is an Olivier Award-winning writer and has been a member of Mischief Theatre since 2009.

Theatre includes: recently, The Comedy About A Bank Robbery (Criterion Theatre), The Play That Goes Wrong (Duchess Theatre, UK and International Tour - writer/actor, Olivier Award and WhatsOnStage Award Best New Comedy), Peter Pan Goes Wrong (Apollo Theatre, UK tour and Pleasance, London - writer/actor, 2014 Off West End Awards nominations for Best Production and Best Ensemble), The Nativity Goes Wrong (writer, Mischief Theatre and Reading Rep co-production), Lights! Camera! Improvise! (Pleasance, Edinburgh, Soho Theatre, Arcola and Underbelly - actor, Spirit of the Fringe Award 2013) and The Busy Body (Southwark Playhouse).

Television includes: Peter Pan Goes Wrong (BBC1) Royal Variety Performance 2015 - The Play That Goes Wrong, Holby City and Keep it in the Family (ITV).

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Henry Shields STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Chris

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2021
Sophisticato

[West End]
West End Transfer, 2021
Chris

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2019
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Chris

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2016
Mitch Ruscitti [Replacement]

Henry Shields Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Writer
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Writer[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2021]
Writer
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Playwright

Writing

Playwright


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Chris, Billy Wheeler, Richard, Prince of the England

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Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at The Belmont Theatre


What did our critic think of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at The Belmont Theatre?

Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Center Stage Theatre


THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG as performed at Center Stage Theatre, in Shelton, CT, has the most spectacular set I have ever seen!  Director Betsy Kelso helps bring out the best in this amazing cast!  It is clear that the entire cast is having as wonderful a time performing their roles as the audience is having watching them perform!

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Enters Final Week At Carnegie Theatre


Catch the final week of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at the Carnegie Theatre.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 15, 2024- Last Chance to See DOUBT on Broadway


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 15, 2024.

Disney's FROZEN, WAITRESS & More Set For La Mirada's 2024/2025 Season


La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & Mccoy Rigby Entertainment have announced their 2024/2025 season of shows.

Photos: First Look at the New London Cast of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG


As the new cast of The Play That Goes Wrong begins performances tonight, 9 April 2024, at the Duchess Theatre, all new production photos have been released. Check out the photos of the new cast in action here! 

Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 8, 2024.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Receives Grant To Celebrate Multiple Summer Programs


The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has received a grant from Air Products, enabling it to celebrate multiple summer programs.

Northern Kentucky University- School Of The Arts Presents THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG


Northern Kentucky University's School of the Arts continues its on-tour theatre season with the Olivier Award-winning comedy, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 1, 2024- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Rolls to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 1, 2024.

CORRUPTION, JORDANS & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for April


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month.

WAITRESS, FAT HAM & More Set for San Francisco Playhouse 2024/25 Season


San Francisco Playhouse has revealed its 22nd season, to be presented September 2024 to September 2025. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: MIND MANGLER: MEMBER OF THE TRAGIC CIRCLE, Apollo Theatre


A spin off from Mischief Theatre’s Magic Goes Wrong,  Mind Mangler: Member Of The Tragic Circle makes its official London debut.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG & More Set for Theatre Calgary's 24-25 Season


Theatre Calgary has revealed its 2024-25 season of  plays. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Francis Wilson Playhouse To Present The Clearwater Premiere Of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG


THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, a farcical play-within-a-play, is coming to Francis Wilson Playhouse. Learn when you can see the show and how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Buying Guide: March 18, 2024- THE WHO'S TOMMY Tops the Week


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Review: THE LONDON 50-HOUR IMPROVATHON, Wilton's Music Hall


'Directed by Adam Meggido and Ali James, The London 50-hour Improvathon is exactly what it says on the tin - a show that takes place over fifty hours in London, bringing together improvisational actors to create an absolutely wild weekend.'

Broadway Buying Guide: March 11, 2024- DOUBT is Back on Broadway


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Photos: First Look at THE LONDON 50-HOUR IMPROVATHON: THE WEDDING PARTY


Check out photos from The London 50-Hour Improvathon: The Wedding Party here!

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to Celebrate 7th Anniversary


The Play That Goes Wrong will celebrate its 7th anniversary in New York. Learn more about the special performance.

Henry Shields FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Henry Shields been in?

Henry Shields has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Henry Shields been in?

Henry Shields has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Henry Shields's first West End show?

Henry Shields's first West End show was The Comedy About a Bank Robbery which opened in 2016

How many shows has Henry Shields written?

Henry Shields has written 4 shows including The Comedy About a Bank Robbery (Writer), Groan Ups (Playwright), The Play That Goes Wrong (Author), Magic Goes Wrong (Author).

What is Henry Shields next theatre project?

Henry Shields's next show will be Peter Pan Goes Wrong which opens on 4/19/2023 on Broadway.

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