Simon Stephens’ Olivier and Tony Award-winning adaptation of Mark Haddon’s bestselling novel is a richly theatrical exploration of a touching and bleakly humorous tale.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time premiered at the Royal National Theatre on 2 August 2012 under the direction of Marianne Elliott.

On 5 October 2014, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time opened on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, again directed by Elliott.

Accolades

Winner! Seven 2013 Olivier Awards, including Best New Play

 
Winner! Five 2015 Tony Awards, including Best Play

Winner! Six 2015 Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Play

Winner! Five 2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards, including Outstanding New Broadway Play

Winner! 2015 Drama League Award for Outstanding Production of a Broadway Play

“Exhilarating, dynamic theatre which triumphantly expands the boundaries of theatricality.” – Huffington Post

TRIGGER WARNING

Though considered generally suitable for study as part of the drama curriculum by age 11 upwards, parents should be aware that this play contains themes which some younger children may find triggering:

- Death of a dog,

- Family breakdown

- Neurodivergence

- Parental rejection

Drama, singing, acting, confidence-building, communication skills, teamwork and lots of fun in a supportive environment.

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