Operation Mincemeat is the Olivier Award-winning British musical comedy now playing at the Golden Theatre on Broadway, with tickets on sale through 14 March 2027. It tells the true story of a wildly unlikely Second World War deception with a cast of five playing dozens of characters, and it runs about 2 hours 35 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission. This guide covers the story, the running time, who it suits and where to sit at the Golden.
What is Operation Mincemeat about?
Operation Mincemeat is about the real 1943 British intelligence plan to fool Nazi Germany about the Allied invasion of Sicily. A small team obtained the body of Glyndwr Michael, dressed him as a fictional Royal Marines officer, Major William Martin, and planted him with fake documents for the enemy to find. The musical turns that true story into a fast, very funny show, with a young Ian Fleming among the characters. It was written by the comedy company SpitLip (David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson and Zoë Roberts) and is directed by Robert Hastie.
You do not need to know the history before you go. The show explains everything as it goes, and it is not connected to the Netflix film about the same events.
Why is Operation Mincemeat so popular?
Operation Mincemeat is popular because it combines a story that sounds made up with a small cast doing remarkable work. It won the 2024 Olivier Award for Best New Musical in London, and on Broadway Jak Malone won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Entertainment Weekly ranked it the number one Broadway show of 2025.
Operation Mincemeat on Broadway.
A high-kicking moment.
In the war office.
The team gets to work.
A moment in the spotlight.
Taking a break at the desk.
Johnny Bevan's office.
Plotting the deception.
Who is in the cast of Operation Mincemeat on Broadway?
The Broadway company of Operation Mincemeat is Brandon Contreras (Charles Cholmondeley and others), Jessi Kirtley (Jean Leslie and others), Amanda Jill Robinson (Johnny Bevan and others), Jeff Kready (Hester Leggatt and others) and Julia Knitel (Ewen Montagu and others). Each performer plays several characters, which is a big part of the fun. Casting can change over the course of a run.
How long is Operation Mincemeat on Broadway?
Operation Mincemeat on Broadway runs approximately 2 hours 35 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission. For tips on making the most of the break, see our Broadway intermission guide.
Is Operation Mincemeat suitable for kids?
Operation Mincemeat is recommended for ages 5 and up, and audiences of all ages are welcome. It is a comedy rather than a war drama, and its mix of history and silliness makes it a good choice for families with older children. Closed captions in English are available at every performance.
Where should you sit for Operation Mincemeat at the Golden Theatre?
The best seats for Operation Mincemeat at the Golden Theatre are in the center orchestra, in front of row L, where you are close to the quick-change comedy, or in the first rows of the front mezzanine, which look straight down on the whole stage. The rear mezzanine is further from the stage and suits anyone booking on a tighter budget.
The Golden has three seating areas. The orchestra runs from row A to row S, with a center section and two side sections. Above it, the front mezzanine has rows A to D, and the rear mezzanine has rows A to H, with two small sections at the far sides. The front mezzanine overhangs the orchestra from row L back, so the rear orchestra rows sit underneath it. Wheelchair viewing positions are in orchestra row E.
How do you book Operation Mincemeat on Broadway?
You can see live availability and book Operation Mincemeat on tickadoo, choosing your date and seats for performances through 14 March 2027. If you are seeing more than one show in New York, tickadoo+ members save across bookings, and you can browse more Broadway tickets. New to Broadway? Our Broadway jargon glossary explains orchestra, mezzanine and the rest.
Operation Mincemeat on Broadway: frequently asked questions
Is Operation Mincemeat a true story?
Yes, Operation Mincemeat is based on a real British deception operation from 1943 that helped disguise the Allied invasion of Sicily. Book on tickadoo.
Where is the Golden Theatre?
The Golden Theatre is at 252 West 45th Street in Manhattan's theater district. Find dates on tickadoo.
How long is Operation Mincemeat booking on Broadway?
Operation Mincemeat is on sale on Broadway through 14 March 2027. See availability on tickadoo.
Is Operation Mincemeat the same as the film?
No, the musical is based on the same true events but is not connected to the Netflix film. Book on tickadoo.
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