This'll bring a smile to your face (just like Max's!) Our next #Elevenses interview is out now - with Tom Wainwright who plays Max in our current London cast, and Dave Hearn who originated the role!
Dave Hearn
Dave Hearn played Max in The Play That Goes Wrong on Broadway in 2017 and in the West End. A founding member of Mischief Theatre, his other West End credits include The Blade in Magic Goes Wrong, Sam Monaghan in The Comedy About a Bank Robbery, and appearances in Groan Ups and The Comedy About Spies.
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Dave Hearn played Max in The Play That Goes Wrong on Broadway in 2017 and in the West End. A founding member of Mischief Theatre, his other West End credits include The Blade in Magic Goes Wrong, Sam Monaghan in The Comedy About a Bank Robbery, and appearances in Groan Ups and The Comedy About Spies.
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Original West End Production, 2016
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Videos
Exclusive: Watch Sneak Peek of NINE YEARS IN NEW YORK WITH THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Podcast
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-05-13 11:54:42
Video: THE PSYCHIC Teaser Featuring Andy Nyman And Jeremy Dyson Ahead Of World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-04-22 23:40:53
VIDEO: MAGIC GOES WRONG's Bryony Corrigan and Nancy Zamit Go Backstage and Answer Questions
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-31 08:35:10
VIDEO: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG's Mischief Theatre Reveals Trailer for New TV Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2019-12-17 11:32:59
VIDEO: J.J. Abrams' Interview 'Goes Wrong' As He Introduces the Cast of His New Broadway Play
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-17 08:13:41
TV: Watch It All Go Wrong When THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Arrives on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-03-04 10:00:01
STAGE TUBE: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Brings Laughs to 2015 Royal Variety Performance
by Stage Tube - 2015-12-19 17:31:12
News
Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer Will Join CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG For Two Weeks Only
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2026
Original MISCHIEF members Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer will join the West End cast of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG at Wyndham's Theatre, reprising their roles from the production's US run.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2026
Original MISCHIEF members Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer will join the West End cast of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG at Wyndham's Theatre, reprising their roles from the production's US run.
Photos: CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG in Rehearsal Ahead of West End Run and UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
MISCHIEF, the multi-award winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter Pan Goes Wrong and The Comedy About Spies, has released new rehearsal photos of the cast of Christmas Carol Goes Wrong. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
MISCHIEF, the multi-award winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter Pan Goes Wrong and The Comedy About Spies, has released new rehearsal photos of the cast of Christmas Carol Goes Wrong. Check out the photos here!
CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Reveals West End and UK Tour Cast
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
MISCHIEF announced the cast for CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG at London's Wyndham's Theatre from December 18, 2026 to January 23, 2027, plus a UK tour starting in Bromley on October 27, 2027 through cities including Norwich, Leeds, Cardiff and Cambridge.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
MISCHIEF announced the cast for CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG at London's Wyndham's Theatre from December 18, 2026 to January 23, 2027, plus a UK tour starting in Bromley on October 27, 2027 through cities including Norwich, Leeds, Cardiff and Cambridge.
Review: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES, Adelphi Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - Aug 10, 2026
Set in 1961, the same year that a balding former milkman and coffin-polisher from Edinburgh was interviewed for the role of James Bond, The Comedy About Spies sees two pairs of agents (one American, one Russian) face off in London’s Piccadilly Hotel as they hunt for the mysterious “Project Midnight” documents. As this is from Mischief Theatre, there’s no prizes for guessing just how straightforward and successful they will be.
by Franco Milazzo - Aug 10, 2026
Set in 1961, the same year that a balding former milkman and coffin-polisher from Edinburgh was interviewed for the role of James Bond, The Comedy About Spies sees two pairs of agents (one American, one Russian) face off in London’s Piccadilly Hotel as they hunt for the mysterious “Project Midnight” documents. As this is from Mischief Theatre, there’s no prizes for guessing just how straightforward and successful they will be.
Photos: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES is Now Playing at the Adelphi Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2026
New production photos have been released from Mischief’s award-winning The Comedy About Spies. The production is running at the Adelphi Theatre. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2026
New production photos have been released from Mischief’s award-winning The Comedy About Spies. The production is running at the Adelphi Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Photos: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES West End Return In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Mischief has released new rehearsal photos for the West End return of The Comedy About Spies, which begins performances at the Adelphi Theatre on August 1. The award-winning comedy, written by Henry Lewis and Henry Shields, returns for an eight-week run following its acclaimed 2025 premiere.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Mischief has released new rehearsal photos for the West End return of The Comedy About Spies, which begins performances at the Adelphi Theatre on August 1. The award-winning comedy, written by Henry Lewis and Henry Shields, returns for an eight-week run following its acclaimed 2025 premiere.
Exclusive: Watch Sneak Peek of NINE YEARS IN NEW YORK WITH THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Podcast
by Nicole Rosky - May 13, 2026
Mischief, creators of the international smash‑hit comedy The Play That Goes Wrong and critically acclaimed The Comedy About Spies, and Broadway Podcast Network announced a new partnership bringing the popular MISCHIEF MAKERS podcast to a broader audience of theatre fans worldwide. Watch a sneak peak from the first episode, featuring Tony Award winning producer Kevin McCollum.
by Nicole Rosky - May 13, 2026
Mischief, creators of the international smash‑hit comedy The Play That Goes Wrong and critically acclaimed The Comedy About Spies, and Broadway Podcast Network announced a new partnership bringing the popular MISCHIEF MAKERS podcast to a broader audience of theatre fans worldwide. Watch a sneak peak from the first episode, featuring Tony Award winning producer Kevin McCollum.
Video: THE PSYCHIC Teaser Featuring Andy Nyman And Jeremy Dyson Ahead Of World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
A first look teaser trailer has been released for THE PSYCHIC, offering an early preview of the new stage thriller from Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson. In the video, the co-writers and directors discuss the origins of the production and its world premiere staging.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
A first look teaser trailer has been released for THE PSYCHIC, offering an early preview of the new stage thriller from Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson. In the video, the co-writers and directors discuss the origins of the production and its world premiere staging.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for THE PSYCHIC at York Theatre Royal
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026
York Theatre Royal has released rehearsal photos from THE PSYCHIC, a new play written and directed by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman. The production will begin previews April 29, officially open May 6, and run through May 23.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026
York Theatre Royal has released rehearsal photos from THE PSYCHIC, a new play written and directed by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman. The production will begin previews April 29, officially open May 6, and run through May 23.
Full Cast Set for THE PSYCHIC World Premiere at York Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
York Theatre Royal will present the world premiere of THE PSYCHIC, a new thriller by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, starting previews on 29 April 2026 and running until 23 May 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
York Theatre Royal will present the world premiere of THE PSYCHIC, a new thriller by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, starting previews on 29 April 2026 and running until 23 May 2026.
Photos: UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH Opens at The Other Palace
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH has opened at The Other Palace. Check out photos from opening night. The production transfers following its Christmas engagement at The Lowry.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH has opened at The Other Palace. Check out photos from opening night. The production transfers following its Christmas engagement at The Lowry.
Eight Episodes of MISCHIEF MOVIE NIGHT (IN) Released For Streaming Worldwide
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Mischief are releasing eight episodes of the hilarious improvised stage show Mischief Movie Night (In) over the festive season. Learn more about streaming here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Mischief are releasing eight episodes of the hilarious improvised stage show Mischief Movie Night (In) over the festive season. Learn more about streaming here!
Mischief Will Record THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES Live Ahead of Final West End Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2025
As Mischief's critically acclaimed and hilarious new caper The Comedy About Spies heads to its final West End performance, three performances of the show will be recorded live at London's Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2025
As Mischief's critically acclaimed and hilarious new caper The Comedy About Spies heads to its final West End performance, three performances of the show will be recorded live at London's Noël Coward Theatre
Review Roundup: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES from Mischief Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 14, 2025
Mischief’s new action-packed thriller The Comedy About Spies is gripping audiences with laughter at the Noël Coward Theatre. The multi award-winning team behind The Play That Goes Wrong and The Comedy About a Bank Robbery step into 1960s London in this hilarious spy caper full of misunderstanding, miscommunication, and mistaken identity.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 14, 2025
Mischief’s new action-packed thriller The Comedy About Spies is gripping audiences with laughter at the Noël Coward Theatre. The multi award-winning team behind The Play That Goes Wrong and The Comedy About a Bank Robbery step into 1960s London in this hilarious spy caper full of misunderstanding, miscommunication, and mistaken identity.
Review: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES, Noel Coward Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - May 13, 2025
Has there been a British comedy franchise as successful as Mischief’s since the days of the Carry On films? While The Play That Goes Wrong is still going strong in the West End and New York, their latest The Comedy About Spies rolls off the conveyor belt at the Noël Coward Theatre.
by Franco Milazzo - May 13, 2025
Has there been a British comedy franchise as successful as Mischief’s since the days of the Carry On films? While The Play That Goes Wrong is still going strong in the West End and New York, their latest The Comedy About Spies rolls off the conveyor belt at the Noël Coward Theatre.
Photos: THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES at the Noël Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2025
The first production images have been released from the World Premiere of Mischief’s The Comedy About Spies, which began previews last night at the Noël Coward Theatre. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2025
The first production images have been released from the World Premiere of Mischief’s The Comedy About Spies, which began previews last night at the Noël Coward Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Mischief’s THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES in Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for Mischief’s brand new West End show, The Comedy About Spies. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for Mischief’s brand new West End show, The Comedy About Spies. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Mischief's THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES Extends West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025
An extra 30,000 tickets for Mischief's brand new West End show, The Comedy About Spies have been released, with the show extended through Summer 2025 by four weeks due to phenomenal demand.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025
An extra 30,000 tickets for Mischief's brand new West End show, The Comedy About Spies have been released, with the show extended through Summer 2025 by four weeks due to phenomenal demand.
Watch Eight New Episodes From MISCHIEF MOVIE NIGHT (IN) This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2024
The UK theatre troupe Mischief is giving everyone an early Christmas present with the opportunity to replay and watch on demand 8 recent episodes of Mischief Movie Night (In), the improvised movie live on stage.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2024
The UK theatre troupe Mischief is giving everyone an early Christmas present with the opportunity to replay and watch on demand 8 recent episodes of Mischief Movie Night (In), the improvised movie live on stage.
Original Mischief Company Members Will Lead World Premiere of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2024
Full casting for Mischief's brand new West End show The Comedy About Spies has been announced. The production stars members of the original Mischief Company.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2024
Full casting for Mischief's brand new West End show The Comedy About Spies has been announced. The production stars members of the original Mischief Company.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Dave Hearn been in?
Dave Hearn has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Dave Hearn been in?
Dave Hearn has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Dave Hearn's first West End show?
Dave Hearn's first West End show was The Comedy About a Bank Robbery which opened in 2016
Podcasts
The Podcast About Spies | Episode 5
New show. New mission. New podcast. #MischiefMakers is back with new episodes, all about The Comedy About Spies! Join Dave Hearn as he chats to ensemble extraordinaires Allie Dart and Matt Cavendish about how a west end show is understudied and what happens when you get the call to go on stage in a role you've never done before.
The Podcast About Spies | Episode 4
New show. New mission. New podcast. #MischiefMakers is back with new episodes, all about The Comedy About Spies! Join Dave Hearn as he chats to Technical Stage Manager Sadie Jennings and Assistant Stage Manager James Goldsworthy about the secret missions going on backstage and in the wings every night to make the show happen.
The Podcast About Spies | Episode 3
New show. New mission. New podcast. #MischiefMakers is back with new episodes, all about The Comedy About Spies! Join Dave Hearn as he chats to Costume Designer Debo Andrews and Head of Wigs Lulu Johnson about how to dress a spy and keep them looking their best every night.
The Podcast About Spies | Episode 2
In our second episode in our new The Comedy About Spies series of Mischief Makers, Dave Hearn sits down with Adele James to discuss her character Rosemary (the woman, not the herb), her West End debut and joining the Mischief gang.
The Podcast About Spies | Episode 1
It's our first episode in our new The Comedy About Spies series of Mischief Makers! Dave Hearn sits down with show writers Henry Lewis and Henry Shields to talk about inspirations, the writing process, shelved (for now) projects and who they would spy on given the chance.
Making Mischief in 2024 | Episode 1
In our festive Mischief Makers end of year podcast, our mischievous cast play games and take on our quiz - as Dave Hearn, Chris Leask and Nancy Zamit look back on the year in Mischief! From 10 years of The Play That Goes Wrong to our new show The Comedy About Spies!
We're looking back on a year in Mischief (and testing our Mischief Makers' knowledge with a quiz too!) Join Chris Leask, Charlie Russell and Dave Hearn as they reflect on Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Good Luck, Studio and even more.
We've pulled one more special out of our hat! And it's all about Magic Goes Wrong! Join Louise Beresford and Shane David-Joseph from our London production, as Dave Hearn puts your questions to them. Mischief Makers delves into the world of Mischief, to find out what makes it so mischievous!
We have one more present under the tree... a 2021 lookback with Henry Lewis, Nancy Zamit and Dave Hearn! Join them as they go through a year in Mischief, from Mischief Movie Night In to Magic Goes Wrong and more!
Get ready to take a deep dive and jump head first into the world of stunts (safely) with The Goes Wrong Show's stunt coordinator: Curtis Rivers! Mischief Makers delves into the world of Mischief, to find out what makes it so mischievous!
The Doctor will see you now! Josh Elliott is here - sharing his experiences onstage and off, as both a Mischief Maker and medical professional. Mischief Makers delves into the world of Mischief, to find out what makes it so mischievous!
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