BLACKADDER GOES FORTH

By Richard Curtis & Ben Elton

Directed by Amelia Leese

2ND - 4th July, BOULEVARD THEATRE, MILFORD HAVEN

One of television’s most enduringly beloved comedies comes to life on stage, bringing with it all the iconic characters and razor-sharp wit that audiences have cherished for decades. In this stage adaptation, we follow the perpetually cynical and brilliantly sardonic Captain Edmund Blackadder as he navigates the absurdities of life, attempting—against all odds—to survive the relentless madness, incompetence, and ridiculousness of those around him. Every line crackles with the distinctive humour that made the series a cultural phenomenon, and every interaction is a masterclass in timing, irony, and comedic despair.

While the play is packed with pithy one-liners, clever wordplay, and laugh-out-loud antics, Richard Curtis and Ben Elton’s original vision for Blackadder Goes Forth goes deeper than surface comedy. Their portrayal of the First World War uniquely balances the gallows humour of British soldiers—dark, ironic, and often absurd—with the stark, heartrending reality of life in the trenches. The show manages to evoke laughter while simultaneously reminding us of the profound sacrifices and human cost of war. It’s this careful, delicate interplay of comedy and tragedy that has cemented Blackadder Goes Forth as both a comedic masterpiece and a poignant cultural commentary, and now, its spirit is brought vividly to life on stage for audiences to experience all over again.