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Shear Madness

Theatre

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About

Shear Madness is the fresh, funny, up-to-the-minute record breaking comedy whodunit that lets the audience spot the clues, question the suspects and solve the funniest murder mystery in the annals of crime. Shear Madness has played all over the world, but Boston is the original.  Appropriate for ages 12 and up.  Running Time: 1 hour, 45 minute including a 15 minute intermission.

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 140 reviews
  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Shear Madness was OK but not Stellar

    by MaineVisitor on 2/10/16Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    WE enjoyed the play and laughed several times during the performance. I for one enjoy a play at which I can sit back and watch other's do the work. Not a big fan of audience participation and memory recall. Although audience members are not required to participate and are welcome to sit and observe the banter back and forth it lost something for me and I didn't find it as fun as others. Never-the-less, it was a good play, well done with good acting and performances. I never warmed up to the characters which left me feeling a bit empty with respect to being a part of the event.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Best show I've ever been to!!!!!

    by ShearMadnessNewFan on 11/30/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    My husband and I had tears comimg down most pf the time since we were laughing so hard. Anyone visiting Boston should see this show. I am pretty sure we will go see it every time we visit. 100% recommended!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Sheer Hysterics!

    by smoomoo on 11/9/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    Fun, funny, funniest show. Amazing cast with perfect timing & great technical skills. Don't be late for the musical beginning. Without saying a word, they will make you laugh.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A lot of laughs

    by MattE1 on 10/5/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    We had a great time, laughed during the whole show. It made for a great date.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 6/29/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    Simply a great show. Could not stop laughing. The acting is top notch.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Hilarious!

    by Irishmona on 5/20/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    Everyone would find this play funny! The laughs were constant.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 1/26/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    Unique experience. Great fun. This was perfect for a date night. Next time it will be with a group. The actors were high energy and fantastic.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Renotkd on 1/21/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    What an amazing show, the cast worked together so well. It didn't look rehearsed it was awesome

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Wonderful Show!

    by djk6162 on 1/20/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    I honestly wasn't sure what to expect when I walked into the theatre. It is small and cramped, but that lends to a cozier venue. The show was amazing. Cast is spot-on and there was a fair amount of improv, which made it that much funnier. They keep it very current also. Lots of audience participation and the ending is great! A definite must-see when you are in Boston!!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Entertaining

    by milkshakeiii on 1/13/15Charles Playhouse Second Stage - Boston

    I enjoyed seeing this show with one friend. Recommended, especially if you can get a deal on the tickets.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    John McGivern and whole cast incredible!

    by jcvbear on 12/2/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    Love this show, Have seen it over and over and its great every time!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Sheer Madness was nonstop laughs!

    by Anonymous on 11/20/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    We decided to see Sheer Madness at the last minute and because we thoroughly enjoy John McGivern. We were not disappointed and laughed all the way though the performance. All of the actors were great and appeared to be enjoying their roles. Watching John's facial expressions and gestures always has us in stitches! Seemed like there was ad libbing going on which made it even funnier! We certainly hope Sheer Madness comes back again. My sister and brother-in-law from Green Bay were not able to join us but are hoping to see it when it returns. Thanks for a wonderful evening!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent Show

    by Boomer on 11/18/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    John and the cast was awesome. It was hilarious and kept my interest trying to figure out the "Who Dunnit". John's facial expressions are priceless- he does not even have to say a word. I love all the ad libs- certainly took some of the others off guard. I love that the audience is involved throughout- either with some sarcastic remarks form the cast which are funny or that we get to help solve the crime by giving pieces of evidence to the the investigator. Certainly was a very entertaining night

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    SHEAR MADNESS!!! My stomach hurt from laughing!

    by IAMTHEORIGINALSNOW on 11/18/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    The "sometimes" ab libbing by the cast was hilarious. The references to our city, Milwaukee and surrounding cities and our state along with political niceties??? were a stitch. Very clever writing and a super funny production. Interaction between show goers and cast was funny and very clever. A hit in my book!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    John McGivern and the whole cast was awesome

    by CZRyder on 11/18/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    I liked all of the Milwaukee/Wisconsin references. The Northern Lights Theater is a perfect size and I felt like I was in the beauty salon with the characters.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show

    by SusanSchool on 11/18/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    We are huge fans of John McGivern. The show did not disappoint. The supporting cast was equally wonderful.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Greate Night out!

    by RemysFriend on 11/17/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    It was girls night out and we found the show to be exceptional and we all had great laughs. Thanks to the staff for putting on a great show.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Shear Madness

    by matuszak on 11/17/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    Went to see for my husbands birthday with another couple. Very funny stuff, and my husband doesn't laugh easily. He had tears in his eyes. It made the drive and poor parking situation at Potawatomi worth it.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    I laughed the entire show

    by 3girls1guy on 11/17/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    Shear Madness never gets old...its better than ever and i love the current events comments peppered through out the show.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Shear Madness was hysterical!

    by ericawolfe on 11/17/14Potawatomi Hotel & Casino/Northern Lights Theater/Expo Center - Milwaukee

    We are huge McGivern fans.... the play was SO funny and the theater was perfect