An Evening Of Unnecessary Detail

at Cambridge Theatre
London Available from Mon 30 Nov to Mon 30 Nov

Book An Evening of Unnecessary Detail tickets & see science, comedy & songs collide in London

Ready to get seriously nerdy? An Evening of Unnecessary Detail is coming to Cambridge Theatre for one night only, bringing together stand-up, science, experiments and songs in one brilliantly detailed live show.

  • See stand-up mathematician Matt Parker, experiments maestro Steve Mould and geek songstress Helen Arney live on stage
  • Experience an evening where science, comedy and songs come together in one wonderfully nerdy Venn diagram
  • Hear scientists, comedians and special guests explore fascinating subjects in outrageous detail
  • Catch the science-comedy phenomenon following sell-out shows across the UK and over one million podcast downloads
  • Enjoy a one-night-only performance at Cambridge Theatre in London's West End

From unexpected experiments to mathematical surprises and songs, this is a night where no fascinating subject is too niche and no level of detail is considered unnecessary.

See An Evening of Unnecessary Detail at Cambridge Theatre in London

  • Date: 30th November 2026
  • Time: 7pm
  • Age Restrictions: Under 4s will not be admitted. Anyone aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+ and cannot sit alone in the auditorium
  • Duration: TBC, no interval
  • Venue: Cambridge Theatre, Earlham Street, London WC2H 9HU

Enjoy science, songs & stand up maths at Cambridge Theatre in London!

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail gives scientists, comedians and other fascinating experts the chance to take to the stage and talk about the things they love in outrageous and sometimes completely unnecessary detail.

Hosted by Festival of the Spoken Nerd's Matt Parker, Steve Mould and Helen Arney, expect a lively mix of stand-up maths, experiments, science and songs, alongside special guests still to be announced.

The show's love of detail goes right down to its name. 80% of the words in the title begin with a vowel, while 31.25% of its 16 unique letters are used more than once. If you're still reading, there's a very good chance this is the show for you.

Following sell-out shows across the UK and over one million podcast downloads, the science-comedy phenomenon arrives in the West End for one night only.

Ready to embrace the unnecessary? Book An Evening of Unnecessary Detail tickets today and catch Matt Parker, Steve Mould, Helen Arney and special guests live at Cambridge Theatre in London.

Location

Cambridge Theatre

Earlham St,
London,
WC2H 9HU
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How to find us

Cambridge Theatre is located on Earlham Street in Seven Dials, London WC2H 9HU.

  • By car: Use postcode WC2H 9HU for your sat nav. The theatre does not have its own car park and is located within London's Congestion Charge Zone. Public car parks are available nearby in the West End.
  • By train: Charing Cross is the nearest mainline railway station, approximately a 10 to 12-minute walk from Cambridge Theatre.
  • By Tube: Covent Garden and Leicester Square are the nearest Underground stations, both within approximately a 4 to 6-minute walk of the theatre.
  • By bus: Routes 14, 19, 24, 29, 38 and 176 stop close to the theatre around Charing Cross Road and Shaftesbury Avenue.
  • By foot: From Covent Garden station, walk along Neal Street before turning onto Earlham Street towards Seven Dials. Cambridge Theatre is close to Neal's Yard and the Royal Opera House.
Facilities
  • Bars and refreshment kiosks
  • Accessible toilet near the Stalls
  • Stepfree access to designated Stalls seating
  • Wheelchair spaces in the Stalls
  • Transfer seating available
  • Infrared hearing system
  • Hearing aid loops and headsets
  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • Access hosts available
  • Standard toilets
More Info
Is Cambridge Theatre wheelchair accessible?

Cambridge Theatre provides step-free access to wheelchair spaces and accessible seating in the Stalls via the access entrance on Earlham Street. There is also an accessible toilet close to the Stalls entrance. The Dress Circle and Upper Circle are only accessible by stairs, as there is no customer lift.

Does Cambridge Theatre offer carer tickets? If so, how do I book a carer ticket?

Access and companion ticket arrangements are managed by the Cambridge Theatre access team and are subject to availability. Contact the venue before booking to discuss the available access seating and companion ticket options.

Is there food and drink at Cambridge Theatre?

Cambridge Theatre has bars and refreshment kiosks where visitors can purchase drinks, snacks and ice cream during their visit.

What age is An Evening of Unnecessary Detail suitable for?

Children under 4, including babies in arms, will not be admitted. Anyone aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over and cannot sit alone in the auditorium.

Who is appearing in An Evening of Unnecessary Detail?

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail features stand-up mathematician Matt Parker, experiments maestro Steve Mould and geek songstress Helen Arney. Special guests are still to be announced and line-ups may be subject to change.

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