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A Shoddy Detective and The Art of Deception

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

When a priceless painting vanishes during a private auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock is brought in to unravel the mystery. But when he finds himself stumped, he must turn to an old adversary for help.

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.

A Shoddy Detective has sold out at Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a 2025 UK Tour. Don’t hesitate to see the comedy taking the country by storm!

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What is A Shoddy Detective and The Art of Deception about?

When a priceless painting vanishes during a private auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock is brought in to unravel the mystery. But when he finds himself stumped, he must turn to an old adversary for help.

Ticket Information

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Running Time

Approximately 1 hour 55 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.

Cast & Creatives

TBC

Age Guidance: 8+

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Venue Information

Arts Theatre

6-7 Great Newport Street, Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7JB

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Nearest Tube/Rail Station

Leicester Square

Buses

24, 29, 176

Nearest Car Parks

China Town and Upper St Martin's Lane

Reviews

North East Theatre Guide

'HAD THE AUDIENCE LAUGHING THROUGHOUT'

London Pub Theatre Magazine

'SHODDY BY NAME BUT NOT SHODDY BY NATURE'

The Reviews Hub

'WITTY, ENDEARING AND GOOD CLEAN FUN'

Audience Review

'THE CLASSICS OF COMEDY BROUGHT TO THE 21ST CENTURY'