The acclaimed theatrical production Stage/Fright, born from the minds of Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton, is set for its final curtain call in the capital. The duo have confirmed that a strictly limited run of six shows in January 2026 will mark the absolute last London performances of this celebrated play, a poignant extension of their beloved television series, Inside No. 9.
A Fond Farewell to a Hit Play
Following a completely sold-out three-month residency at Wyndham's Theatre in the West End and a subsequent UK tour, Stage/Fright is returning for one last hurrah. Shearsmith and Pemberton have stated that this will be the final time they perform the piece, signalling a potential end for live productions under the Inside No. 9 banner. The play served as a loving and inventive coda to their groundbreaking comedy-horror anthology series, which recently concluded after nine successful seasons.
Final Show Details and Ticket Information
The last-ever London shows will take place at the large-capacity Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith. In a move likely designed to fit the creators' busy schedules, the engagement will be brief but significant. The performance dates are scheduled for January 2 to January 6, 2026.
Tickets for these final performances go on sale to the public on Wednesday, November 13, at noon. Given the play's history of selling out its entire West End run in advance, demand is expected to be exceptionally high, with tickets predicted to sell quickly.
Why You Should See Stage/Fright
While the event is a must-see for dedicated fans of Inside No. 9, the play stands firmly on its own merits. Stage/Fright is an inventive black comedy that is as much a celebration of the magic and perils of live theatre as it is an extension of the television series. Its self-contained narrative means that prior knowledge of Inside No. 9 is not essential for audiences to thoroughly enjoy the clever and suspenseful production.
This final London run offers a last chance to experience a significant piece of modern British theatre from two of the country's most creative writers and performers.
