Apple of Discord

About this event

Back by popular demand, the sell-out ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ show returns to Nottingham for 5 nights only this July!

Step into the world of Gods & Mortals

When the gods gather for a wedding, chaos is never far behind. Experience the legendary myth that sparked the Trojan War in this ambitious immersive production from award-winning Nottingham theatre company Chronic Insanity.

Set across five atmospheric floors of the stunning Grade II listed People's Hall, complete with ornate staircases, historic cellars, and mysterious subterranean caves, Apple of Discord invites you to witness divine drama unfold around you.

Previous praise for the show:

"Wild and wonderfully designed... deserves a longer run" ★ ★ ★ ★ - The Stage

"Insanely watchable... something genuinely special is happening here" ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ - Elemental Theatre

"Amazing immersive production... chaotic, playful and utterly charming" - Left Lion

Your Experience

This is not theatre where you sit and watch. This is theatre where you choose your own path.

Begin at the wedding of Peleus and Thetis, where gods and mortals mingle in celebration. Watch as the goddess Eris arrives uninvited, hurling a golden apple inscribed "To the Fairest" among the guests. Then witness the chaos that follows as Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite each claim the prize.

Explore freely across multiple rooms and floors. Follow the goddesses through three interwoven story loops. Tackle quests and solve puzzles. Discover intimate one-on-one encounters in hidden chambers. Descend into the caves to uncover oracular truths. Or simply enjoy the cabaret, grab a drink, and watch the drama unfold from the main hall.You decide how deeply you want to engage. There's no single "correct" way to experience the story, every visit is unique!

This new production has over three hours of additional story and interaction built into it so, whether you saw the original show or not, there are plenty of new stories to discover and fun to be had.

Ticketing Structure

3-Hour Ticket: £45

Enter at the beginning. You're invited to the ceremony itself, experience the full wedding celebration and follow the complete mythological journey from first toast to final judgment.

2-Hour Ticket: £30

Enter one hour later. You're invited to the reception, join the festivities already in progress and immerse yourself in the unfolding divine quarrel.

Why This Matters

Immersive theatre has long been the preserve of London, with ticket prices often exceeding £100+ and requiring costly travel and accommodation. Chronic Insanity is bringing that same production quality and ambition to Nottingham, at a fraction of the cost. This is world-class immersive theatre, made locally, priced affordably, and designed for the people of the East Midlands.

The Venue

The People's Hall is one of Nottingham's hidden gems, an 18th-century townhouse in the heart of the city centre with a rich history as a working men's club, textile training school, and meeting place for The Antediluvian Order of the Buffalo. Its unique architecture, atmospheric spaces, and layered floors make it the perfect setting for mythological storytelling. Managed by Nottingham Historic Building Trust, the venue represents the best of our city's heritage brought to life through innovative arts programming.

About Chronic Insanity

Chronic Insanity is an award-winning Nottingham-based theatre company with a proven track record of creating innovative immersive experiences. Previous collaborators include the BBC, BFI, and Nottingham Playhouse. The company regularly tours nationally and has established itself as a pioneering voice in accessible, ambitious immersive performance.