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Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is taking its famous mystery back on the road for a landmark 75th anniversary UK tour. The production opens at The Alexandra in Birmingham on 3 September 2026 before visiting more than 25 towns and cities through summer 2027, including Churchill Theatre Bromley from 15–20 February 2027.
Overview
Following a shocking murder in London, seven strangers find themselves cut off by a snowstorm at a remote country guesthouse. When a police detective arrives with an unexpected warning, it becomes clear that the killer may already be inside. Every guest has a story, and every story may conceal a lie.
Cast
- Emily Laing as Mollie Ralston
- Jack Hardwick as Giles Ralston
- Thomas Barrett as Christopher Wren
- Clare Duffy as Miss Casewell
- Nicholas Bailey as Major Metcalf
- Susan Penhaligon as Mrs Boyle
- James Peake as Mr Paravicini
- Alfie Richards as Detective Sergeant Trotter
Creative Team
The tour is directed by Hannah Chissick, with lighting design by Nic Farman, casting by Denise Silvey and Myles Brown as resident director.
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Dates / Tour
Autumn 2026: Birmingham 3–12 Sep; Torquay 15–19 Sep; Cheltenham 21–26 Sep; Crewe 6–10 Oct; Windsor 12–17 Oct; New Brighton 19–24 Oct; Manchester 26–31 Oct; Sheffield 3–7 Nov; Aylesbury 9–14 Nov; Eastbourne 16–21 Nov; Poole 23–28 Nov; Southend 30 Nov–5 Dec.
Winter and spring 2027: Northampton 7–16 Jan; Cardiff 19–23 Jan; Woking 25–30 Jan; Plymouth 1–6 Feb; Bromley 15–20 Feb; Swindon 22–27 Feb; Stoke-on-Trent 1–6 Mar; Lichfield 8–13 Mar; Sunderland 22–27 Mar; Edinburgh 5–10 Apr; Glasgow 12–17 Apr; Southampton 19–24 Apr; Milton Keynes 26 Apr–1 May; Malvern 4–8 May; Truro 24–29 May; York 21–26 Jun; High Wycombe 12–18 Jul.
Tickets
For the UK tour, check the official venue listing for your chosen city before booking. The permanent London production continues at St Martin’s Theatre and should be clearly distinguished from the touring production when choosing tickets.
Check selected UK tour dates · Check London West End tickets
Latest Update
19 August 2026: The 75th anniversary tour cast and dates were confirmed, including Churchill Theatre Bromley from 15–20 February 2027. The West End production remains a separate production at St Martin’s Theatre.
See my Churchill Theatre Bromley guide and other local theatre coverage.
Performance information
The touring production is listed at approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes including an interval, with age guidance around 7+. Exact times, access performances and age policies can vary between venues, so check your chosen theatre before purchasing.
