The Last Laugh
Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester · 3 November to 7 November 2026
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The Last Laugh is a new play by Paul Hendy, staged at Chichester Festival Theatre from 3 to 7 November 2026. It imagines Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse in a dressing room discussing life, death, comedy and what it means to be truly funny. It suits theatre-goers who enjoy nostalgic comedy and has come direct from a run at the Noël Coward Theatre.
Highlights
- Written and directed by Paul Hendy
- Stars Damian Williams, Simon Cartwright and Steve Royle
- Tickets from £10, with matinees on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
Getting there
Chichester Festival Theatre, PO19 6AP
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