The Last Laugh at Bord Gais Energy Theatre

What to Expect

The Last Laugh is a West End play that imagines three of Britain’s most beloved comedy legends sharing one final backstage moment. Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse are brought together in a scenario that allows the play to celebrate their legacies while exploring what made each of them so distinct and so loved. For Irish audiences who grew up with these performers on British television, this is a chance to revisit that era through performances that attempt to capture something of each man’s particular genius.

Damian Williams plays Tommy Cooper, Simon Cartwright takes on Bob Monkhouse, and Steve Royle, who reached the final of Britain’s Got Talent, plays Eric Morecambe. The Bord Gais Energy Theatre run from 21 to 25 July 2026 includes matinee and evening performances on selected days.

The age guidance is 14 and above.

Good to Know

• Run: 21 to 25 July 2026

• Evening shows at 7:30pm, matinees at 2:30pm on 23 and 25 July

• Doors open at 6:30pm for evening shows

• Age guidance 14 and above; under 16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 or over

• Tickets via Ticketmaster.ie

Getting There

Bord Gais Energy Theatre is on Grand Canal Square in Dublin’s Docklands. The LUAS Red Line stops at Grand Canal Dock, a two-minute walk. Multiple Dublin Bus routes serve the area. Pearse DART station is about ten minutes on foot.