The play is called The Mousetrap, and has been running in London's West End since 1952 - which exceeds 23,000 performances.
The Mousetrap. It is the longest-running play in history; it has been playing at the St. Martin's Theatre in London for about 60 years.
The longest running play on Broadway was called Life with a Father. It closed in 1947 with a total of 3,224 performances.
The longest running Broadway show in the U.S. is The Phantom of the Opera (which is still playing on Broadway today!)The 2nd longest show is Cats (Which left the Broadway stage on Sept 10, 2000 I believeI think that The Fantasticks is the longest running show in American history. It closed in 2002 after a 42-year run (more than twice as long as Cats). It is also credited with being the longest running musical in the world.Actually the longest running play in the USA is "The Lost Colony" which has been running I believe since the late 1930's in Manteo NC...about the Sir Walter Raleigh colony that disappeared with only the engraved word "Croatan" on a tree remaining.
"The Mousetrap" by Agatha Christie is recognized as the longest running play in the world. It premiered in London's West End in 1952 and has been running continuously ever since.
The longest-running play in theatre history is "The Mousetrap," a murder mystery by Agatha Christie. It premiered in London's West End on November 25, 1952, and has been performed continuously since then, making it a notable cultural landmark. The play’s enduring popularity is attributed to its intricate plot and the element of surprise, with audiences encouraged not to reveal the ending.
Anne of Green Gables
Yes, the New Mexico Razor backs are a semi pro football team. They are the longest running team in New Mexico Semi pro football history.
I do not know if the link below is authoritative; 7 hours of continuous play time sounds to me like it has to be in the running for 'longest'!
In The Longest Yard (2005) Nelly sings 'Here Comes The Boom'.
Broadway shows are shown in New York, not Chicago. While Chicago is the name of a musical, there is no place to see a Broadway play in Chicago. However, the longest running play is A Chorus line which ran from 1975 until 1990.
As of October 2023, the longest run in Tampa Bay Buccaneers history is held by Doug Martin, who recorded a 64-yard run during a game against the Minnesota Vikings on November 2, 2015. This remarkable play remains a highlight in the franchise's history, showcasing Martin's speed and agility. The Buccaneers have had several notable running backs, but Martin's record-setting run stands out.
The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie. It began its run in the West End of London in 1952.