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Operation Mincemeat

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About the show

Operation Mincemeat is a fast, funny musical comedy based on the true story of a Second World War plot to fool the Nazis with a corpse carrying fake documents.

Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, it began at the Edinburgh Fringe and became a West End hit.

At a glance

Dates: Booking to 20 Feb 2027
Theatre: Fortune Theatre
Created by: SpitLip: David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson and Zoë Roberts
Venue: Fortune Theatre
Running time: Check with the theatre
Award: Olivier Award for Best New Musical

Run dates last checked 18 Oct 2026 against the theatre's published listings. Productions can close, extend or change cast at short notice, so confirm dates with the theatre or an official seller before you book.

What to expect

The humour

Fast, quick-witted and full of historical in-jokes.

The cast

A small cast plays dozens of characters.

Good to know

Where is Operation Mincemeat playing?

Operation Mincemeat plays at Fortune Theatre, Russell Street, WC2B 5HH, London.

What is the nearest station to Fortune Theatre?

Covent Garden. Use our journey planner for live directions from where you are starting.

When is Operation Mincemeat on?

It was listed as booking to 20 Feb 2027 when we checked (18 Oct 2026). Dates can change, so confirm with the theatre before you travel.

Where can I find more information about Fortune Theatre?

The theatre's official website is thefortunetheatre.com.

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