A Shoddy Detective & The Art of Deception

A laugh-out-loud comedy whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos.

When a priceless painting vanishes at a manor auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock and his unlikely ally must interrogate eccentric suspects, outwit a cunning thief, and crack the century’s mystery.

The unlikely duo must question the colourful array of suspects living at the manor, all while trying to track down the cunning thief and solve the crime of the century.

A Shoddy Detective has sold out at Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a 2025 UK Tour. Don’t hesitate to see the comedy taking the country by storm!

★★★★★ North West End UK

A comedic gem. It’s a must-see for fans of farce and comedy. This may well become one of the most sought-after tickets of the season.

★★★★★ Theatre and Arts Review 

This is one detective mystery play I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.  ⁠

★★★★⯪  ⁠Beyond The Curtain
Guaranteed to provide a night of entertainment that is anything but shoddy!