The award-winning and uplifting one-person show comes to the West End for the first time this summer!

You’re seven years old. Mum’s in hospital. Dad says she’s ‘done something stupid’. She finds it hard to be happy. You start a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything worth living for. You leave it on her pillow. You know she’s read it because she’s corrected your spelling.

A child attempts to ease their mother's depression by creating a list of all the best things in the world. Through adulthood, as the list grows, they learn the deep significance it has on their own life.

Every Brilliant Thing is a comedy about the lengths we will go for those we love.

From Olivier Award-nominated writer Duncan Macmillan (People, Places and Things), Every Brilliant Thing comes to the West End for the very first time this summer with an outstanding cast featuring Lenny Henry, Ambika Mod, Sue Perkins, Minnie Driver and the show’s original co-creator Jonny Donahoe. Co-directed by Jeremy Herrin (Best of Enemies, Wolf Hall Trilogy, Ulster American, A Mirror), this unique and critically acclaimed play has become a global stage phenomenon, playing in over 80 countries worldwide.

★★★★ "One of the funniest plays you'll ever see about depression – and possibly one of the funniest plays you'll ever see, full stop" The Guardian

★★★★ "Filled to the brim with joy! Beautiful, heart wrenching and very funny" Time Out

For more information and to book, visit everybrilliantthing.com. Please note, this is a one person play and the cast will perform in rotation so check the information and dates when booking.

The prize

• One lucky winner will receive a pair of tickets to see the show starring Ambika Mod (2-26 Sep), Sue Perkins (4-27 Sep) or Minnie Driver (13 Oct- 8 Nov)
• plus an overnight stay with breakfast at DoubleTree by Hilton London – West End. Discover the perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort in the heart of London. The DoubleTree by Hilton London – West End is located just minutes from @sohoplace. The stylish rooms, warm signature welcome, and unbeatable location make every stay a brilliant one.

Terms and Conditions: One winner will win a pair of tickets to Every Brilliant Thing @sohoplace (4 Soho Place Charing Cross Road, London, W1D 3BG) plus an overnight stay at DoubleTree by Hilton London – West End (92 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4BH). Prize valid all performances except Tuesday and Wednesday from 4 September – 8 November 2025. NB: This is a one person play and the cast will perform in rotation so check the information and dates when booking. Subject to availability. Age Recommendation: 12+. DoubleTree by Hilton London – West End - The prize includes a one-night stay for two adults. Breakfast is included as a complimentary offering, with full details provided upon arrival. All other food and beverage items will incur additional charges. Subject to availability. No cash alternative. Travel not included. Please see our full terms and conditions.