A faultless proposal!

We’re a bit late running this, but want to share this special moment…

On 21 February, during one of our last Saturday night shows at Fringe World Perth, the lovely couple Selena Wood and Ray Storer got engaged.

In the middle of the show, while Basil and Manuel were creating their usual chaos, Ray kneeled with a shining ring in his pocket and in front of the audience asked Selena to become his wife.

Ray proposing to Selena

Glasses of champagne were brought by members of staff and a joyful, jumpy Manuel presented flowers to the future bride, as she said:“Yes!”

Ray and Selena

Their love story started on 27 October 2012, the night that Paddy Hannan’s Irish pub at the Burswood Casino closed their doors of business for good.

Selena was there with a friend, and Ray was with two of his mates. They started talking and when Ray gave her his business card she noticed he worked with Harley-Davidson and so realised that they share a common passion.

By 10 December that year they were officially a couple. A few months later Ray moved in with Selena and shortly after that they created a family by adding two dogs. Since then they’ve been on holidays overseas, met each other’s families and bought their own first home.

Telling us about their story, a dreamy Selena said:
“I always believed that was the night my single life closed its door, and my relationship life opened.”

Ray and Selena

Selena and Ray are planning to marry in March 2016.

We want to wish the happy couple all the best in the world and thank them for sharing their special moment with us.

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What a busy weekend!

With shows at Fringe World, Adelaide Fringe and Amba Hotel Charing Cross in London, the Faulty Towers team was on fire! The first reviews for Adelaide Fringe came in and we also got some great feedback and reviews on our Facebook page and Tripadvisor! Valentine’s Day brought on a few surprises too!

At Adelaide Fringe:
Our intrepid heroes survived Friday 13th in the spectacular Fringe parade, and we opened our month at the Fringe on Saturday. Audiences took every opportunity to congratulate an adoring Basil and Sybil on a very Faulty Valentine’s Day.

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Expect the unexpected at Adelaide Fringe at Ambassadors Hotel until 15 March.

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 ‘An uproariously funny five-star comedic feast’ InDaily Read the full review here

‘If you walk away with one regret from Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, it will be that you didn’t experience it sooner.’ AdelaideGlam – Full Review

‘Faulty Towers the Dining Experience is a great tribute show with loads of belly laughs, and combined with the wonderful meal at the Ambassadors, it’s a must see at the Fringe this year’. The Clothesline – Full Review

At Fringe World Perth…FWP pics 1While all this is happening down South, audiences in the West, at Fringe World Perth, are sharing their pictures while being served at the Faulty Towers restaurant in Rigby’s.

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With many a full-house behind us, we close in Perth on 22 Feb, so get your tickets now!

In London’s West End…

In the meantime 14,470km away at Torquay Suite Theatre at Amba Hotel  in London…

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…Basil and Sybil celebrate Valentine’s Day in their own special way, while Manuel amuses himself in the kitchen. We continue to have five shows every week at this gorgeous venue throughout the year.

Want to be part of Faulty Towers The Dining Experience? Check our website for more info and sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know about news dates and venues and special offers! We might be performing somewhere near you! 

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Fringe delights!

We’ve had some great reviews coming out of Fringe World Perth!

Some of our audience reviews are on Facebook. And here’s what a couple of our media critics have said…

from Buzzcuts:
‘ … the unmistakable physicality and distinctive voices are flawless from all three actors, impressively maintained throughout the highly improvised performance. Laughter is guaranteed… Whether a food or theatre lover, Fawlty quoter or newcomer, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is top nosh, guaranteed to leave you with a belly full of food, and a belly full of laughs.’ Read the full review here.

and from The West Australian:

‘…if you neglect to make it down to Rigby’s Bar and Bistro while the international touring Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is in town you’ll be sure to have missed out…’
Full review

We’re there until 22 Feb, so come and join the fun at Rigby’s Bar and Bistro!

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2015 has already kicked off!

I Love New York  Souvenir T-ShirtOur first stop this year was last weekend in New York City! Exciting right? We had some great feedback and are now looking to find the perfect venues for touring the US and for setting up a residency in NY. We’re open to ideas, as long as they can cope with Basil’s temperament…!

In London, another year in our residency at The Torquay Suite Theatre at Amba Hotel Charing Cross starts this weekend, with our fabulous cast serving you delicious ‘70s-style 3-course meals with, of course, a lot of laughs.

wow-copyMeanwhile, way over in Australia, our first stop is at Fringe World Festival in Perth, running from Friday 23 January until 22 February. Our dysfunctional trio are looking forward to dining and w(h)ining with you at the ever-welcoming Rigby’s Bar & Bistro!

Thinking of Valentine’s Day? We’re hosting unique Valentine’s Experiences in London, Adelaide and Perth and you can give gift vouchers for those too. For the rest of the world we also have shows on four continents!

Check our website for more information on dates and places, and sign up to the newsletter to get fresh updates of what we’re up to next.

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Happy New Year!

Happy 2015 everyone!

A big THANK YOU to all our audiences around the world for your support over the years… and we’re very much looking forward to seeing you again and meeting new friends this year.
By signing up to our newsletterbroadway you’ll get advance notice of all new tours.
Meanwhile, to whet your appetite… these are just some of the cities we’re visiting: Toronto, New York, Singapore, Sydney… these are the major festivals: Fringe World Perth, Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Brighton Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe… and this is our ongoing residency in London’s West End: The Torquay Suite Theatre at Amba Hotel Charing Cross*. (*formerly Charing Cross Hotel).
See you soon!

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Australian Tour

Three festivals, three months in three states -what an adventure the Faulty team had around Australia! Karen Hamilton (Sybil), Benedict Holme (Basil) and Anthony Sottile (Manuel) started the tour in sunny Perth for the Fringe World festival.

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They didn’t hang around too long as it was 32 degrees Celsius (a moderately warm day for Perth) and Mrs Faulty kept complaining her face was melting off. They stayed in Perth at Rigby’s Bar and Bistro for just over 3 weeks- plenty of time for Sybil to make some new friends and Basil some enemies…

Next stop was the Adelaide Fringe Festival. The team were expecting sweltering heat but rather they had to go out and buy jumpers (yes, even the Brits!). The team had a wonderful time at the new venue spending just over a month at The Ambassadors Hotel. As per tradition, Karen left behind a signed gnome for the venue to cherish.


After a short break the team arrived in Melbourne for the International Comedy Festival. A city known for its culture and nightlife, here’s Mrs Faulty finding Basil and Manuel in the belly dancers dressing room – “Manuel put that down!”



With Easter fast approaching Mrs Faulty took Basil and Manuel shopping in the city. Basil was less than amused taking the tram…

The team proudly celebrated its 6th year at The Aegean Restaurant and the end of the tour with an Easter feast! Food and wine was enjoyed by all, but perhaps a little too much chocolate for Manuel!

After nearly 3 months interstate the whole team were happy to head back home! Here are some of my highlights from the tour: Mrs Faulty sporting golfing trousers, Manuel flirting with a married woman and Mr Faulty truly losing it! Until next year Fringe World, Adelaide Fringe and Melbourne International Comedy Festival- thanks for having us!

Jaya – Festivals Manager

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