Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
About Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
Olivier Award winners – Best Entertainment and Family Show 2016
Spontaneous musical comedy at its absolute finest – direct from the West End and now heading to Oxford!
With sixteen years as an Edinburgh Fringe must-see phenomenon, a BBC Radio 4 series, a critically acclaimed West End run and an Olivier Award to their name, The Showstoppers have delighted audiences across the globe with their ingenious blend of comedy, musical theatre and spontaneity.
A brand new musical comedy is created from scratch at each performance of this award-winning show as audience suggestions are transformed on the spot into all-singing, all dancing productions with hilarious results.
These incredible performers are guaranteed to impress as they create shows packed with drama, dazzling dance routines and catchy melodies – and it’s all made up on the spot!
Reviews
“So polished, it defies belief.” ★★★★★
Daily Telegraph
“If this is what improv can do, you wonder why anyone bothers writing anything down.” ★★★★
The Times
“Achingly funny…worth seeing again and again.” ★★★★
Time Out
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
Full price – £29.00
Concessions (Student, disability, benefits, under 16) – £14.50
All orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £2.75
Dates & times:
Wednesday 30 September 2026 at 6.30pm
Running time:
2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval
Age guidance:
12+
Content guidance:
Due to the improvised nature of the show, there may occasionally be strong language and/or adult themes.
Warning:
This show includes the use of haze.
About Oxford Playhouse
Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.
The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.
The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.
Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.
Discover more about Oxford Playhouse, including travel, access and venue information.
