The Crown Live!

The Crown Live!

  • Played limited tour for six weeks from October to November of 2022
  • National press included an appearance on CBS News Colorado and a feature in the Des Moines Register

In The Crown Live!, two actors reimagine the story of how Elizabeth Windsor became Queen Elizabeth II (and recreate the resplendent Netflix show) in 80 minutes of frenetic hat-passing, period accents and corgi impressions.

A perfect treat for both fans of the show keenly waiting for the fifth season – and for those wondering what all the fuss is about! This new comedy comes from the pen of parodic mastermind Daniel Clarkson, co-creator of Olivier Award nominee Potted Potter.

Having been cruelly overlooked for her dream role as Queen Elizabeth in blockbuster series The Crown, budding starlet Beth brings her own take on the epic story of the Royal Family to the stage instead… with her agent Stanley coerced into playing (almost) all the other roles – from Prince Philip to Princess Margaret, and all the commoners in between.

The Netflix series “The Crown” has been seen by 73 million households worldwide since its premiere in 2016, and viewership continues to grow each season.

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Reviews

★★★★
“This happy and glorious parody of the Netflix series reminds us what theatre is all about.”

Daily Telegraph

★★★★
“Inventive, fun parody skillfully combining play-that-goes-wrong antics with a potted history of the royals.”

The Guardian

★★★★ “Right royal romp is jewel in the crown”

Daily Mail

★★★★★
“Rib-achingly hilarious parody of the Netflix classic. This is a show for everyone. It is, quite simply, a royally good night out.”

Theatre Weekly

★★★★
“One simply does not hear this level of laughter in a theatre very often – and, for that gift, I bow my head to everyone involved in this Crown inspired caper.”

Broadway World

★★★★
“A fun and diverting night out, with deft talent, considerable charm and spot-on timing.”

ActDrop

“A strong comedic duo delivers a riotous Royal Affair like you’ve never seen, packed with period accents, hat swapping and corgi impressions.”

Culture Whisperer

★★★★
“Irreverent, hilarious and slapstick; the show provokes a grin that will make your mouth ache. The contemporary references, razor sharp quips and aristocratic blunders are a joy from start to finish – a ludicrously enjoyable play.”

Islington Gazette

“A tightly written parody that delivers the laughs while appealing to the box-set generation.”

LondonReviewsTheatre

“A rip-roaringly funny two-hander. Bright and irreverent, with a generous helping of anarchy thrown in; great fun!”

Everything Theatre