Three Men In A Boat
Richard David-Caine, in a straw hat and waistcoat, joyfully raises his arms on stage.
Richard David-Caine (George), Calum Donald-Bruce (Montmorency) & Bronté Barbé (Harris). Photo by Helen Murray.
Jonny Weldon as Jerome, wearing a multicoloured striped suit, gestures animatedly with a pink umbrella.
Jonny Weldon (Jerome). Photo by Helen Murray.
Three actors in period costumes pose together, smiling, with a theatre backdrop and soft lighting.
The company of Three Men In A Boat. Photo by Helen Murray.
Calum Donald-Bruce performs with a textured puppet dog against a vibrant, striped backdrop at the theatre.
Calum Donald-Bruce (Montmorency). Photo by Helen Murray.
Bronté Barbé, wearing a striped suit, passionately gestures while performing on stage with a vibrant backdrop.
Bronté Barbé (Harris). Photo by Helen Murray.
Richard David-Caine, Jonny Weldon, and Bronté Barbé perform in colourful costumes against a vibrant backdrop.
Richard David-Caine (George), Jonny Weldon (Jerome) & Bronté Barbé (Harris). Photo by Helen Murray.
Jonny Weldon, Bronté Barbé, and Richard David-Caine perform energetically on stage against a vibrant backdrop.
Jonny Weldon (Jerome), Bronté Barbé (Harris) & Richard David-Caine (George). Photo by Helen Murray.

Three Men In A Boat
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Venue

Rose Theatre

Jerome, George and Harris are lifelong pals. Whenever one is in a spot of bother the others will always jump in to help him out. So what could possibly go wrong as they set out on a carefree boat trip up the Thames – from leafy Kingston to Oxford’s dreaming spires?

Nothing at all. Except torrential rain, alarmingly eccentric dogs and a bout of hallucination brought on by some of the most dangerously rancid cheese ever cultivated. This is a rollicking story of three men, one boat and three dozen angry swans.

Directed by Christopher Haydon (Emma), with original songs by Tony Nominee Grant Olding (One Man, Two Guvnors) and physical comedy created by John Nicholson (Tweedy’s Massive Circus), this world premiere brings Jerome K. Jerome’s classic novel to hilarious life. A celebration of abiding friendship and calamitous adventure, this is Jeeves and Wooster meets Apocalypse Now.

Closing

10/10/2026

Running Time

2 hours and 20 minutes, including interval

Genre

Comedy, Plays

Age & Content

12+ | Children must not be unaccompanied in the auditorium under the age of 14 and must be accompanied by a responsible person over the age of 16.

Cast:

Jonny Weldon as

Jerome

Bronté Barbé as

Harris

Richard David-Caine as

George

Calum Donald-Bruce as

Montmorency / Puppeteer

Creative:

Writer -

Al Smith

Music & Lyrics, Orchestrations, Musical Direction & Sound Design -

Grant Olding

Director -

Christopher Haydon

Movement Director & Comedy Consultant -

John Nicholson

Set & Costume Designer -

Simon Kenny

Lighting Designer -

Simisola Majekodunmi

Puppet Designer & Maker -

Charlie Tymms

Puppetry Director -

Chris Pirie

Choreographer -

Simon Hardwick

Fight Director -

Riad Richie

Casting Director -

Juliet Horsley CDG

Voice & Dialect Coach -

Claudette Williams

Associate Director -

Rebecca Wear

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No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Frequently asked questions

Three Men In A Boat is playing at Rose Theatre in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
A celebration of abiding friendship and calamitous adventure, this is Jeeves and Wooster meets Apocalypse Now.
The running time for Three Men In A Boat is 2 hours and 20 minutes, including interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Three Men In A Boat is recommended for ages 12+ | Children must not be unaccompanied in the auditorium under the age of 14 and must be accompanied by a responsible person over the age of 16.. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
Three Men In A Boat opens on 18th September 2026 and is currently scheduled to run until 10th October 2026. If you’re planning a trip or booking for a specific week, check the performance calendar for dates and availability, as popular performances can sell faster closer to the run.
Tickets for Three Men In A Boat go on sale from 11th September 2026. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for Three Men In A Boat online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
Three Men In A Boat features a cast including Jonny Weldon (Jerome), Bronté Barbé (Harris), Richard David-Caine (George), Calum Donald-Bruce (Montmorency / Puppeteer). Casting can vary by date, so if you’re booking specifically to see a particular performer, it’s worth checking any casting notes for your chosen performance.
Three Men In A Boat is written by Al Smith and this production is directed by Christopher Haydon. The creative team shapes the tone, pacing and staging style, so if you’re choosing shows based on writers or directors you love, these credits can help you decide whether Three Men In A Boat is the right pick.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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