A Shoddy Detective and The Art of Deception

Shoddy Theatre and The Production Garden in association with Chelmsford Theatre presents…
A Shoddy Detective and The Art of Deception
DIRECT FROM THE WEST END!

A laugh-out-loud comedy whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos.

When a priceless painting vanishes at a manor auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock and his unlikely ally must interrogate eccentric suspects, outwit a cunning thief, and crack the century’s mystery.

The unlikely duo must question the colourful array of suspects living at the manor, all while trying to track down the cunning thief and solve the crime of the century.

After sell-out runs in the West End, at the Edinburgh Fringe, and across the UK, the Shoddy team return bigger, funnier, and even more ridiculous than before.

Catch the comedy that’s taking the country by storm — before it vanishes without a clue!

★★★★★ North West End UK
A comedic gem. It’s a must-see for fans of farce and comedy. This may well become one of the most sought-after tickets of the season.

★★★★★ Theatre and Arts Review
This is one detective mystery play I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. ⁠

★★★★⯪ ⁠Beyond The Curtain
Guaranteed to provide a night of entertainment that is anything but shoddy!

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Thursday 04/03/2027 - Saturday 06/03/2027

On Stage, Drama

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Thursday 04/03/2027

Friday 05/03/2027

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