London Mums Magazine was recently invited to try The Traitors: Live Experience in Covent Garden, and as someone who isn’t usually a reality TV fan, I’ll admit I was a little sceptical at first. I’d seen the hype on TV and heard family and friends rave about it, so I finally gave in – and I’m glad I did. From the very first episode I watched, I was hooked. The format – full of backstabbing, psychological mind games, and twists – is brilliantly addictive.
So, when the opportunity came to step into the world of The Traitors myself, I couldn’t wait.
For those unfamiliar with the show, here’s the gist: players are secretly chosen as either “Faithfuls” or “Traitors”. Together, you take on challenges to build up a prize pot of gold. But after each task, the Traitors secretly decide who to eliminate. Then comes the round-table showdown where everyone debates and votes on who they think the Traitors are. Get it right, and a Traitor is banished. Get it wrong, and a Faithful could be unfairly voted out. In the end, if the Traitors survive, they steal the prize. If the Faithfuls banish them all, they win.
The live experience captures the same tension, suspicion, and fun. At £40 a ticket, it can feel frustrating if you’re eliminated early on, but the organisers have thought of everything – even if you’re “out”, you still get to watch the rest of the game on screens and contribute through external decisions that influence the outcome.
I was lucky enough to make it all the way to the last three players, though I was gutted when I was eliminated by a tactical vote right before the final prize. Still, I had an absolute blast. It’s one of those experiences that’s even better with friends, family, or even work colleagues – it works brilliantly as team-building with its mix of strategy, bluffing, and problem-solving.
The venue itself adds to the atmosphere, with friendly staff, themed cocktails, soft drinks, and snacks to keep you going.
Overall, I’d give it a solid 8/10. It’s clever, tense, and so much fun – but be warned: the lies, backstabbing, and psychological tricks are all part of the game. My advice? Don’t take it too seriously – enjoy the ride.
