The PLAY THAT GOES WRONG

By HENRY LEWIS, JONATHAN SAYER, & HENRY SHIELDS


Get ready for a laugh-out-loud, “totally planned” fiasco as a high school drama club’s earnest attempt to put on a simple murder mystery spirals into an unforgettable night of chaos! Expect forgotten lines, misplaced props, and directors losing their cool—all while everyone desperately tries to solve the murder! Dive headfirst into a production where everything goes wrong — but the show always goes on!


show Tickets

Adult: $ 10.00
Student: $ 7.00
All Tickets at the Door: $ 10.00

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About the Show

Total Running Time: Total Running Time: About 2 hours including one 15 minute intermission
-Recommended for ages over 10 years old
-Latecomers are seated at the discretion of house management
-Performances November 6th, 7th, and 8th at 7:00pm and November 9th at 2:00pm

Story

The Cornley Drama Society is Proud to Present The Murder at Haversham Manor -


Join us on a dark, snowstorm-ravaged evening in 1922 at Haversham Manor, where Charles
Haversham was shockingly murdered during his own engagement party! Now, it’s up to us—and
you—to unravel the mystery: who killed Charles, why they did it, and what deadly weapon was
used. Among those present that fateful night Thomas Colleymoore (The old school friend),
Perkins (The butler), Cecil Haversham (The Brother), Arthur (The Gardener), Florence
Colleymoor (The Fiance), and Inspector Carter who is local and esteemed. Everyone has
secrets, just whose will come into the light? Or... Snow? Prepare for suspense, plot twists, and
as we journey on to solve The Murder of Haversham Manor—just don’t be surprised if things
aren’t exactly as they seem!


Also, if anyone happens to spot a Duran Duran CD box set wandering about—or Winston, our
regular dog who’s supposed to be playing the guard dog but might be off on his own
adventures—please let us know immediately!


Or, as we like to call it, The Play That Goes Wrong: High School Edition. Step into the frenzied
world of a high school drama club desperately trying to put on a simple murder mystery. As the
cast—and the backstage crew—scramble to solve the crime and keep the show moving, they
face an escalating avalanche of hilarious disasters: misplaced clues, confused characters, and
a director who’s on the verge of losing their mind. With mistaken identities and slapstick chaos
piling up, this wild farce will have you laughing from curtain rise to final bow.


Audience members will love diving into this heartwarming celebration of live theater—where
mishaps are not only expected but encouraged, and stage managers get their moment in the
spotlight! While The Play That Goes Wrong continues to delight audiences Off-Broadway, we’re
absolutely thrilled to bring the high school edition to Cedar Cliff’s Auditorium. Whether you’re a
seasoned theater fan or a first-time audience member, you’ll be captivated by the clever
physical comedy, the cast’s unstoppable spirit, and the joyful chaos that proves sometimes the
biggest disasters create the most unforgettable memories. We can’t wait to see you at the
show—because in theater, as always, the show must go on!

Know Before You Go

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG HIGH SCHOOL EDITION is a two act play that will have one
15 minute intermission. There is no recording or taking pictures of any kind during the show.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG HIGH SCHOOL EDITION by HENRY LEWIS, JONATHAN
SAYER, & HENRY SHIELDS is presented by arrangement with Dramatists Play Service under
license from Mischief Worldwide Ltd. The Mischief Production of THE PLAY THAT GOES
WRONG was originally produced on the West End Stage by Kenny Wax & Stage Presence and
on Broadway by Kevin McCollum, J.J. Abrams, Kenny Wax & Stage Presence. It is best enjoyed
by audiences ages 10 and up.


Why should you come to see Cedar Cliff Productions’ The PLAY THAT GOES WRONG?

A major part of CCP’s The Play That Goes Wrong: High School Edition is powered by the vision of our students! This year, our student leaders are teaming up with theater professionals and our play director to create a show bursting with creativity, energy, and laughs. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wild, hilarious world they’ve brought to life on stage!

Continuing our traditions we have started in year one, come see as our students take on new and exciting roles on and off the stage!


Venue

Cedar Cliff High School

1301 Carlisle Rd
Camp Hill, PA 17055

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Please remain in your seats throughout the course of the show.

Our rights company has mandated that all photography and video is strictly prohibited.

Respect cast and crew members' space and practice good audience etiquette throughout the course of the show.


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