The Last Quiz Night on Earth

A new play by Alison Carr

23 February – 3 April 2022

“The end of the world quiz waits for no man, literally. Onwards ever onwards to our fiery decline. Round Three…”

It’s the end of the world. The last night on earth. An asteroid is heading straight for us. Fancy going out with a bang?

It’s the final countdown. Landlady Kathy invites you to the last quiz night on earth with Quizmaster Rav. He’s the host with the most. But with time ticking, some unexpected guests turn up out of the blue. Bobby wants to settle old scores and Fran wants one last shot at love. Expect the unexpected to the bitter end.

Following two sold out tours of Chip Shop Chips, Box of Tricks is back with a bang in your local with Alison Carr’s explosive pre-apocalyptic comedy The Last Quiz Night on Earth. So grab a drink and join us for a night you won’t forget with plenty of drama. Let’s get quizzical, quizzical!

Named amongst Guardian’s Best of Culture 2020 & Readers’ Favourite Theatre of the Year


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Supported by:

Salford City Council Community Committee

“Box of Tricks have completely nailed the notion of pub theatre with this play/quiz mash-up, managing to seamlessly blend the two as successfully as they blend the comedy and heart-wrenching drama… The mundanity of ordinary lives given extraordinary poignance… It crackles with brilliant comedy and pulls you up sharp with its punchy dramatic revelations.”
★★★★★ The Reviews Hub
“This comedic show spreads joy, laughter, and positivity by telling us that the beloved British pub culture is our country’s way of coming together through the good and the bad no matter who you are, and that life is too short to let opportunities pass you by. ”
★★★★ West End Best Friend
“This isn’t your usual show, and it certainly serves as an excellent night out if you are interested in watching something different… The decision to set the show in an authentic pub works brilliantly, and you do feel like you are part of the show, rather than just an audience spectator… A well-told story exploring love, change, and regret.”
I Love Manchester
“Pub theatre is a great leveller, as are quizzes, and people are encouraged to join with strangers, and make up a team... A hugely entertaining night down the boozer. ”
Quays Life
“Director Hannah Tyrrell-Pinder exploits the authenticity of the setting, in Manchester’s Derby Brewery Arms, to maximum effect... Laugh-aloud lines... A strong script and fine performances.”
British Theatre Guide
“Seamlessly blends a night down the pub with theatre... The play and quiz mash up is a clever, distinctly British, conceit that works perfectly... The show was two hours of perfect entertainment. A quiz and a show with beer on tap.”
The Leader
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Cast Members:


Creative Team:


Director: Hannah Tyrrell-Pinder (she/her) : 
Designer: Katie Scott (she/her) : 
Sound Designer: Chris James (he/him) : 
Production Manager: Alice Longson (she/her) : 
Technical Stage Manager: Joe Colgan (he/him) : 
Executive Producer: Max Emmerson (he/him) : 
Assistant Producer: Arisha Marsh (they/them) : 
Marketing Associate: Al Lockhart-Morley (he/him) : 
Press: Becky Martin PR

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Show Calendar

Derby Brewery Arms, Manchester 23 February — 26 February
Burntwood Pub, Buckley (in association with Theatr Clwyd) 28 February — 1 March
Newhampton Arts Centre (Black Country Touring) 3 March
CAP Centre, Smethwick (Black Country Touring) 4 March
Thimblemill Library, Smethwick (Black Country Touring) 5 March
Edge Hill University, Ormskirk 7 March
Pocklington Arts Centre, Yorkshire 9 March
The Two Tubs, Bury (in association with The Met, Bury) 10 March
Ramsbottom Cricket Ground (in association with The Met, Bury) 11 March — 12 March
The Bank Top Tavern, Oldham (in association with Oldham Coliseum & Live@thelibrary) 14 — 15 March
St Thomas Church Hall, Stanhope (Highlights North) 17 March
Community Hall at Grizebeck (Highlights North) 19 March
The Station, Irlam (in association with The Lowry) 22 — 26 March
Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough 28 — 29 March
Crosby Ravensworth Village Hall (Highlights North) 31 March
Alston Town Hall (Highlights North) 1 April
Hamsterley Village Hall (Highlights North) 2 April
Scarth Memorial Hall, Staindrop (Highlights North) 3 April 2022
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