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To Die for [A Comedy] - English National
This exuberant and subversive black farce, by British-Russian composer Elena Langer, mocks and questions our obsession with celebrity – and encourages us to embrace the highs and lows of our turbulent
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To Die for [A Comedy] - English National at London Coliseum (WC2N 4ES London), 2 dates from 29 to 30 November 2026, from £26. Tickets available.
Checked on 15 October 2026.
Overview
This exuberant and subversive black farce, by British-Russian composer Elena Langer, mocks and questions our obsession with celebrity – and encourages us to embrace the highs and lows of our turbulent, gruesome, joyful and beautiful life.
Originally commissioned by the Stanislavski-Nemirovich-Danchenko Theatre in Moscow, this comic opera was cancelled after the invasion of Ukraine. The piece was deemed insufficiently patriotic.
The existential angst of Semyón Podsekayev drives him to suicide, but he hopes that playing the tuba will save him. A plan that fails miserably.
TV presenter Ivan Vane is one of several characters keen to use Semyón’s possible suicide for their own gain. In the second act, we see Vane’s reality show The Naked Truth, in which Semyón’s desire to commit suicide – and everyone’s desire to profit financially from it – becomes a public game.
Getting there
London Coliseum
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- St Martin's Lane, WC2N 4ES London
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Tickets & pricing
Tickets available
Book tickets| Category | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Box office | from £26 | as listed by the ticket seller |
Accessibility & rules
- Audience
- All audiences
- Format
- In person
Poster
2 dates
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Frequently asked questions
Where does To Die for [A Comedy] - English National take place?
To Die for [A Comedy] - English National takes place at London Coliseum (WC2N 4ES London).
When does To Die for [A Comedy] - English National take place?
To Die for [A Comedy] - English National has 2 dates in London. Next scheduled date: Sun, 29 Nov 2026, 19:00.
How much longer is To Die for [A Comedy] - English National running?
2 performances of To Die for [A Comedy] - English National are still scheduled at London Coliseum, the last one on 30 Nov. Dates can be added if the run is extended.
What time does To Die for [A Comedy] - English National start?
To Die for [A Comedy] - English National starts at 19:00 on 29 November 2026 at London Coliseum. Doors usually open earlier; the exact time is on the ticket.
How much are tickets for To Die for [A Comedy] - English National?
Tickets for To Die for [A Comedy] - English National start from £26, as listed by the ticket seller. Indicative price, to be confirmed on the official box office.
Are tickets still available for To Die for [A Comedy] - English National?
Tickets were available to book on the official box office at the last check.
How do I get to London Coliseum?
London Coliseum is located at St Martin's Lane, WC2N 4ES London. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for To Die for [A Comedy] - English National?
Tickets can be booked on the official box office, accessible from TicketMundi: https://ticketmundi.com/gb/go/tickets?event=serie-to-die-for-a-comedy-english-national.
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