Henry Shields
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BIO
Henry is an Olivier Award-winning writer and has been a member of Mischief Theatre since 2009.
Theatre includes: recently, The Comedy About A Bank Robbery (Criterion Theatre), The Play That Goes Wrong (Duchess Theatre, UK and International Tour - writer/actor, Olivier Award and WhatsOnStage Award Best New Comedy), Peter Pan Goes Wrong (Apollo Theatre, UK tour and Pleasance, London - writer/actor, 2014 Off West End Awards nominations for Best Production and Best Ensemble), The Nativity Goes Wrong (writer, Mischief Theatre and Reading Rep co-production), Lights! Camera! Improvise! (Pleasance, Edinburgh, Soho Theatre, Arcola and Underbelly - actor, Spirit of the Fringe Award 2013) and The Busy Body (Southwark Playhouse).
Television includes: Peter Pan Goes Wrong (BBC1) Royal Variety Performance 2015 - The Play That Goes Wrong, Holby City and Keep it in the Family (ITV).
Photos
Neil Patrick Harris and The Cast of "Peter Pan Goes Wrong" including Stephen James Anthony, Ryan Vincent Anderson, Brenann Stacker, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Zamit, Chris Leask, Bianca Horn, Henry Shields, Ellie Morris, Producer Kevin McCollum, Henry Lewis, Fred Gray, Director Adam Meggido, Matthew Cavendish, Bartley Booz, Jonathan Sayer and Harry Kershaw
Date:
04/20/2023
From: Photos: See Neil Patrick Harris & More at PETER PAN GOES WRONG Opening Night
Neil Patrick Harris, Producer Lucas McMahon, Producer Kevin McCollum and The Cast of "Peter Pan Goes Wrong" including Stephen James Anthony, Ryan Vincent Anderson, Brenann Stacker, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Zamit, Chris Leask, Bianca Horn, Henry Shields, Ellie Morris, Producer Kevin McCollum, Henry Lewis, Fred Gray, Director Adam Meggido, Matthew Cavendish, Bartley Booz, Jonathan Sayer and Harry Kershaw
Date:
04/20/2023
From: Photos: See Neil Patrick Harris & More at PETER PAN GOES WRONG Opening Night
Neil Patrick Harris and The Cast of "Peter Pan Goes Wrong" including Stephen James Anthony, Ryan Vincent Anderson, Brenann Stacker, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Zamit, Chris Leask, Bianca Horn, Henry Shields, Ellie Morris, Producer Kevin McCollum, Henry Lewis, Fred Gray, Director Adam Meggido, Matthew Cavendish, Bartley Booz, Jonathan Sayer and Harry Kershaw
Date:
04/20/2023
From: Photos: See Neil Patrick Harris & More at PETER PAN GOES WRONG Opening Night
Ellie Morris, Chris Leask, Henry Shields, Jonathan Sayer, Charlie Russell, Matthew Cavendish, Neil Patrick Harris, Nancy Zamit, Greg Tannahill, Henry Lewis, Bianca Horn with the full company of "Peter Pan Goes Wrong"
Date:
04/20/2023
From: Photos: The Cast of PETER PAN GOES WRONG and Neil Patrick Harris Take Opening Night Bows
Ellie Morris, Chris Leask, Henry Shields, Jonathan Sayer, Charlie Russell, Matthew Cavendish, Neil Patrick Harris, Nancy Zamit, Greg Tannahill, Henry Lewis, Bianca Horn with the full company of "Peter Pan Goes Wrong"
Date:
04/20/2023
From: Photos: The Cast of PETER PAN GOES WRONG and Neil Patrick Harris Take Opening Night Bows
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STAGE CREDITS
[West End]
Original West End Production, 2016
Mitch Ruscitti [Replacement]
Productions
Writing
Author
Playwright
Author
TV Shows
The Goes Wrong Show
Chris, Billy Wheeler, Richard, Prince of the England
Chris, Billy Wheeler, Richard, Prince of the England
Videos
Video: PETER PAN GOES WRONG Regional Premiere at Hale Centre Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-02-13 22:45:08
Video: Watch Highlights of Cathy Rigby in PETER PAN GOES WRONG
by Michael Major - 2025-11-04 12:22:34
News
LES MISERABLES Cast Revealed At Lyric Stage Boston
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Lyric Stage Boston has announced principal casting for its 2027 production of Les Misérables. Directed by Courtney O'Connor, the musical will star De'Lon Grant as Jean Valjean, Christopher Chew as Javert, and Kristian Espiritu as Fantine.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Lyric Stage Boston has announced principal casting for its 2027 production of Les Misérables. Directed by Courtney O'Connor, the musical will star De'Lon Grant as Jean Valjean, Christopher Chew as Javert, and Kristian Espiritu as Fantine.
Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Turns Chaos Into Comedy
by Alyson Eng - Jun 27, 2026
The Arts Club Theatre Company’s 2025-2026 season comes to a close with THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, now playing at the Granville Island Stage through August 16. Written by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields of Mischief Theatre, the international comedy transforms one disastrous opening night into an evening of nonstop laughs.
by Alyson Eng - Jun 27, 2026
The Arts Club Theatre Company’s 2025-2026 season comes to a close with THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, now playing at the Granville Island Stage through August 16. Written by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields of Mischief Theatre, the international comedy transforms one disastrous opening night into an evening of nonstop laughs.
Interview: Chris Lanceley on Leaving THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG After Over Seven Years
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 3, 2026
After over seven years of playing Chris Bean in The Play That Goes Wrong off-Broadway, Chris Lanceley is hanging up the mustache. We had the chance to speak with the actor before leaving the show, discussing how he first got started with The Play That Goes Wrong, what it’s been like playing multiple characters, and why the show will always be a place for him to come home to.
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 3, 2026
After over seven years of playing Chris Bean in The Play That Goes Wrong off-Broadway, Chris Lanceley is hanging up the mustache. We had the chance to speak with the actor before leaving the show, discussing how he first got started with The Play That Goes Wrong, what it’s been like playing multiple characters, and why the show will always be a place for him to come home to.
Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Keegan Theatre
by David Friscic - Jun 17, 2026
The Play That Goes Wrong, now playing at the Keegan Theatre, amusingly subverts classic murder mystery tropes by merrily mixing the physical comedy of the Three Stooges with the verbal intricacy of the Marx Brothers. This frenetically and madcap play conveys the double-entendre of Charlie Chan and the mass appeal of detectives we have all come to know through literature and film (for, indeed, the marvelous Matthew Pauli does a superb job of portraying “Chris” as Inspector Carter-- who reminded me of an absent-minded Hercule Poirot or Miss Marple).
by David Friscic - Jun 17, 2026
The Play That Goes Wrong, now playing at the Keegan Theatre, amusingly subverts classic murder mystery tropes by merrily mixing the physical comedy of the Three Stooges with the verbal intricacy of the Marx Brothers. This frenetically and madcap play conveys the double-entendre of Charlie Chan and the mass appeal of detectives we have all come to know through literature and film (for, indeed, the marvelous Matthew Pauli does a superb job of portraying “Chris” as Inspector Carter-- who reminded me of an absent-minded Hercule Poirot or Miss Marple).
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Releases New Block of Tickets Through January 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Now in its 9th year of performances at New World Stages in New York City, The Play That Goes Wrong has extended.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Now in its 9th year of performances at New World Stages in New York City, The Play That Goes Wrong has extended.
Longtime THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Cast Member Chris Lanceley to Depart
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Longtime Mischief cast member Chris Lanceley will play his final performance in The Play That Goes Wrong after over seven years with the show. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Longtime Mischief cast member Chris Lanceley will play his final performance in The Play That Goes Wrong after over seven years with the show. Learn more here!
Original West End Cast Will Return to Mischief's THE COMEDY OF SPIES
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The original West End cast of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES will return to London's Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week run, joined by Mischief member Bryony Corrigan. The show won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Play.
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season
by Sabrina Wallace - May 7, 2026
On Tuesday night, Topfer Theatre was packed for Zach Theater’s 2026-2027 season announcement, and honestly, seeing that many people come out on a school night to celebrate regional theatre felt wonderful. The energy in the room was electric. Austin showed up for the arts.
by Sabrina Wallace - May 7, 2026
On Tuesday night, Topfer Theatre was packed for Zach Theater’s 2026-2027 season announcement, and honestly, seeing that many people come out on a school night to celebrate regional theatre felt wonderful. The energy in the room was electric. Austin showed up for the arts.
ALL MY SONS, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, and More Set For Lyric Stage Boston 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Lyric Stage Boston announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring ALL MY SONS, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE MIRROR CRACK'D, KING JAMES, and a yet-to-be-named musical.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Lyric Stage Boston announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring ALL MY SONS, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE MIRROR CRACK'D, KING JAMES, and a yet-to-be-named musical.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Will Come to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will play Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, bringing the Mischief Theatre-style comedy chaos to the classic Dickens tale.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will play Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, bringing the Mischief Theatre-style comedy chaos to the classic Dickens tale.
CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Will Return to the West End, UK Tour, Los Angeles and Australia
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Mischief's CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will return to London's Wyndham's Theatre for a limited West End run, while also embarking on a second UK tour, a North American premiere at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, and an Australian run.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Mischief's CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will return to London's Wyndham's Theatre for a limited West End run, while also embarking on a second UK tour, a North American premiere at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, and an Australian run.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Reveals New West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG has announced its 13th cast at London's Duchess Theatre, as the Olivier and Tony Award-winning production reaches 2 million West End visitors. Booking has been extended through October 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG has announced its 13th cast at London's Duchess Theatre, as the Olivier and Tony Award-winning production reaches 2 million West End visitors. Booking has been extended through October 2027.
R.O.I. Rolling World Premiere and More Set for San Francisco Playhouse 26-27 season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
San Francisco Playhouse has revealed its 24th season, which will be presented August 2026 to September 2027. The season will feature three musicals and four plays.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
San Francisco Playhouse has revealed its 24th season, which will be presented August 2026 to September 2027. The season will feature three musicals and four plays.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, TRUE WEST and More Set for Theatre Calgary 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
Theatre Calgary has revealed the company’s 2026-27 season of plays. The lineup features six shows including a musical with teeth, two distinctly different comedies, a new adaptation of a beloved novel, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
Theatre Calgary has revealed the company’s 2026-27 season of plays. The lineup features six shows including a musical with teeth, two distinctly different comedies, a new adaptation of a beloved novel, and more.
Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026
London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026
London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE TURNING WORLD Premiere and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.
Mānoa Valley Theatre Reveals 2026–2027 Season - THE PRODUCERS, PURPOSE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Mānoa Valley Theatre (MVT) has revealed its 2026–2027 season, a lineup of productions that blends Broadway hits, comedies, drama, and local storytelling.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Mānoa Valley Theatre (MVT) has revealed its 2026–2027 season, a lineup of productions that blends Broadway hits, comedies, drama, and local storytelling.
Arizona Theatre Company to Hold General Auditions For 26/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026
Arizona Theatre Company will hold general auditions for its 2026/2027 season, seeking Equity and Non-Equity actors in Tucson and Tempe. Auditions are scheduled at the Tempe Center for the Arts and at the Temple of Music and Art in Tucson.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026
Arizona Theatre Company will hold general auditions for its 2026/2027 season, seeking Equity and Non-Equity actors in Tucson and Tempe. Auditions are scheduled at the Tempe Center for the Arts and at the Temple of Music and Art in Tucson.
Arizona Theatre Company Unveils 2026/2027 Season - PROOF, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026
Arizona Theatre Company has unveiled its 59th season, a lineup of five mainstage productions that includes contemporary classics, a fan-favorite musical, and a World Premiere.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026
Arizona Theatre Company has unveiled its 59th season, a lineup of five mainstage productions that includes contemporary classics, a fan-favorite musical, and a World Premiere.
Review: THE PLAY THAT WENT WRONG at The White Theatre
by Alan Portner - Mar 16, 2026
Producing The Play That Goes Wrong at a community-theater level is an act of courage. And the Silver Star with two oak leaf enhancements goes to the White Theatre inside the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park. Seldom before have I seen such an active sold-out crowd in this venue who evidently got exactly what they were looking for with this wacky production.
by Alan Portner - Mar 16, 2026
Producing The Play That Goes Wrong at a community-theater level is an act of courage. And the Silver Star with two oak leaf enhancements goes to the White Theatre inside the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park. Seldom before have I seen such an active sold-out crowd in this venue who evidently got exactly what they were looking for with this wacky production.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Henry Shields been in?
Henry Shields has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Henry Shields been in?
Henry Shields has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Henry Shields's first West End show?
Henry Shields's first West End show was The Comedy About a Bank Robbery which opened in 2016
How many shows has Henry Shields written?
Henry Shields has written 4 shows including The Comedy About a Bank Robbery (Writer), Groan Ups (Playwright), The Play That Goes Wrong (Author), Magic Goes Wrong (Author).
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