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Hot Mess
Tickets From £28

Venue

The Other Palace

Kids Week: Hot Mess

During the Official London Theatre’s Kids Week 2026 promotion, kids go free to Hot Mess on select performances running from 4 August to 3 September. Save up to £25 per ticket.

The multi award-winning new musical that took the Edinburgh Festival by storm lands in London for a strictly limited summer season. 
  
After a billion years of bad dates, Earth has finally found the one… Humanity. Sparks fly. Seeds are sown. Ground is broken. But what begins as a passionate love affair between the universe’s most iconic couple quickly descends into a hot mess. 
  
From the creators of 42 Balloons, Jack Godfrey and Ellie Coote, comes an original musical about love, hope, and the ultimate breakup. 

Closing

06/09/2026

Running Time

1h15, no interval

Genre

Musical, West End LIVE

Age & Content

10+ (with parental discretion)

Please Note:

This production contains references to climate emergency and occasional swearing.

Creative:

Music & Lyrics -

Jack Godfrey

Book -

Ellie Coote

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No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Frequently asked questions

Hot Mess is playing at The Other Palace in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
The multi award-winning new musical that took the Edinburgh Festival by storm lands in London for a strictly limited summer season. 
The running time for Hot Mess is 1h15, no interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Hot Mess is recommended for ages 10+ (with parental discretion). If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
Tickets for Hot Mess go on sale from 1st May 2026. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for Hot Mess online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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