Horror Behind The Curtain: Inside No.9 Stage/Fright Review
This autumn, comedic duo Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton are touring the country with the stage adaptation of their acclaimed TV series, Inside No.9. The tour follows high demand after their successful West End run earlier this year.
The original TV series, which concluded last year after nine seasons, blended dark comedy with horror and suspense in an anthology format. The finale hinted at the end of the television run, making clear the ninth season would be the last.
Shortly after the series finale, it was announced the duo would return to perform a stage version, serving as a farewell and final celebration of the series for fans.
Innovative Stage Format
Like many TV episodes, the play experiments with its structure, offering audiences a fresh and unique experience. The production is split into two parts, each telling largely independent stories.
First Half: Bernie Clifton’s Dressing Room
The first segment is based on a previous episode titled "Bernie Clifton’s Dressing Room."
The TV series "followed an anthology format that combined dark comedy with tales of horror and suspense."
This stage adaptation captures the show's signature blend of humor and tension, engaging both longtime fans and new audiences.