Ray Cooney and John Chapman’s Not Now, Darling tours Hungary in 2026—uproarious farce, flying furs, daring mix-ups, and guilt-free laughter in a luxury London salon with Veres 1 Színház.
when: 2026.01.12., Monday, Budapest
where: Hungary, -
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Ray Cooney and John Chapman’s farce Not Now, Darling (Ne most, drágám!) storms through 2026 with Veres 1 Színház, landing in multiple cities. Expect love triangles, mink coats, scantily dressed ladies, garments flying out of windows, and total mayhem. The chaos unfolds in London’s swankiest fur salon, engineered purely for guilt-free fun. Comedy master Ray Cooney once again aims for your funny bone, promising a night you’ll remember long after the curtain falls.
Dates and Cities
– 2026.01.12. — Budapest, 3rd District – Óbuda, Bécsi út 154., 1032 Budapest
– 2026.01.16. — Debrecen, Faraktár u. 67., 4034 Debrecen
What to Expect
Rapid-fire misunderstandings, split-second door slams, and a luxury showroom where nothing stays where it should. From misplaced furs to fast-talking fixers, the production doubles down on old-school British farce energy with a Hungarian bite. Settle in for a high-gloss mess where romance tangles with greed, secrets unravel at speed, and every solution creates a fresh disaster. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and program.
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Pros
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Family-friendly-ish slapstick farce with no gore and lots of door-slamming chaos, good for teens and up who can handle flirty innuendo
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Big-name British farce by Ray Cooney/John Chapman—recognizable to many English-speaking theater fans
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Budapest and Debrecen are popular, safe, and interesting stops for tourists, with plenty to do before/after the show
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No Hungarian required if there’s English supertitles or you speak some; even without, the physical comedy and clear setups make it easy to follow
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Easy access: Budapest venue is in Óbuda with solid public transport and rideshare; car parking is generally manageable
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Ticket prices in Hungary are usually lower than West European/US theater, so it’s a good value night out
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Compared to similar farces in London/NYC, this touring version offers a local twist and lively crowd energy without Broadway prices
Cons
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Not ideal for young kids due to sexy humor, skimpy outfits, and adult themes
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If there are no English supertitles that night, non-Hungarian speakers may miss wordplay-heavy punchlines
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Debrecen show is less convenient for short-stay tourists; train is fine, but it’s a time commitment from Budapest
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Farce is a niche taste—if you prefer modern stand-up or edgy comedy, this old-school door-slammer may feel dated
