Written by Joe Orton
Directed by Michael Cabot
Within the pristine walls of his private psychiatric clinic, Doctor Prentice is interviewing a new secretary – Geraldine – who wants the position but seems underqualified and uncertain about her parentage. Mrs Prentice appears, flushed and in urgent need of a drink following an illicit encounter with Nick Beckett, blackmailer and bell boy at the Station Hotel. In the meantime, Doctor Rance, a Government Inspector, and policeman Sergeant Match arrive amidst increasing chaos with searching questions of their own.
What The Butler Saw is Joe Orton’s final, most ambitious play – a masterclass in manic farce and fearless comic writing.
With language and subject matter that the playwright very much hoped would be offensive, no institution, political view or tradition is safe as Orton focuses his wicked sense of humour on the establishment, an ex-Prime Minister, cross-dressing, misogyny and the medical profession. With distinctive characters and a series of improbable situations, prepare to explore comic territory few playwrights before (or since!) have dared to visit.
Age Guidance 14+
Contains Gunshots and Nudity
Evenings: £30, £28, £25, £16; Disabled/Unwaged/Students/Young Scot Cardholders/ Under 26s £23, £21, £18, £16 (inc £2.50 booking fee per ticket)
Matinees: £28, £27, £22, £16; Disabled/Unwaged/Students/Young Scot Cardholders/Under 26s £21, £19, £17, £16 (inc £2.50 booking fee per ticket)
Charcuterie Boxes
Make your visit extra special by ordering a Charcuterie Box to enjoy before the performance.
Charcuterie Box (sharing for 2 or more) - £29
Oat cakes, selection of charcuterie - chorizo, prosciutto, salami and kielbasa sausage, selection of cheeses - Wookey Hole cheddar, Red Devil and Brie de Meaux, served with fruit, olives and caramelised onion chutney.
Select your Charcuterie Boxes during the checkout process, or reserve them at any point up to 12:00 on the day before your performance by calling our Box Office on 01738 621031. When you book your Box, we will reserve a table for you in the Perth Theatre Café for an hour before your performance starts.
Click
here for more info.
For any dietary requirements or allergens please call our Box Office on 01738 621031.
Perth Theatre Season Subscription
Save more when you see more!
The Perth Theatre Season Subscription is the savviest way to see the theatre you love, at the best price.
Pick and mix from this season’s tempting selection of shows and pay less the more you see!
Take advantage and save when booking:
Jekyll & Hyde
Wed 31 Jan - Sat 3 Feb
The Time Machine
Tue 20 - Sat 24 Feb
Casablanca: the Gin Joint Cut
The 14 - Sat 30 Mar
Moby Dick
Tue 16 - Sat 20 Apr
What The Butler Saw
Tue 30 Apr - Sat 4 May
Book at least 3 shows to save 15% or book all 5 and save a massive 25%. (That’s like seeing a show for free!)
*15% and 25% discount applies to full ticket cost including booking fees and will be automatically calculated in your shopping basket. The discount only applies if purchased within one sale. You can spread the cost of your subscription over 3 months at no extra cost. Tickets are non-refundable.
