A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

29th July – 2nd August 2025

Book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Presented by Act 4

Location The Roman Theatre

Tickets £15.00 – £47.00

A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum is a non-stop musical comedy, set in Rome in 2000 BC.

Pseudolus, a crafty slave, struggles to win the hand of a beautiful but slow-witted courtesan named Philia, for his young master, Hero, in exchange for freedom. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors, and a showgirl or two.

This unforgettable, hysterical musical has – “something for everyone, a comedy tonight!”

Act 4 is delighted to bring its third Sondheim musical to the Roman Theatre, following Into The Woods (2024) and A Little Night Music (2023). Don’t miss Forum at the Forum!

Originally produced on Broadway by Harold.S.Prince. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.co.uk

The venue

Address

The Roman Theatre of Verulamium
Bluehouse Hill, St Albans AL3 6AE

Additional Information

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Premium Seating is NEW for 2025 and features a covered area for rain protection and offers the best views in the house. To book Premium seats, simply select the blue seats at the back of the seating plan.

Premium Seating access is included as part of the Premium Season Ticket. Standard Season Ticket holders can upgrade to this seating area for an additional cost.