Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution will have you ‘on the edge of your seat’ at London’s County Hall
AGATHA Christie's Witness for the Prosecution fans have praised it as a "masterpiece" - leaving theatre-goers on the "edge of their seats" and wanting more.
If you haven't seen this timeless Agatha murder-mystery then what are you waiting for?
This immersive, ingenious and high-energy thriller will leave you second-guessing everything, with twist and turns throughout the show, it will have you playing detective.
As you take your seat in the real-life courtroom at London's County Hall, it's like nothing you have ever experienced before, making it the perfect setting for this immersive crime drama.
It thrillingly places the audience in the thick of the action as Christie’s enthralling tale of justice, passion and betrayal unfolds around them.
It tells the story of Leonard Vole, played the the talented Harry Giubileo, who is accused of murdering a widow in cold blood to inherit her wealth.
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While his wife Romaine, portrayed by the superb Madeleine Walker, steals the spotlight in many scenes with her fiery performance, comedic one-liners and captivating flare.
Theatre fans will see the prosecution battle the defence as witnesses take the stand to give their shocking testimonies.
The stakes are high. Will Leonard be able to convince the jury of his innocence and escape the hangman's noose?
The show offers everything from jury participation, to a gripping plot and an unexpected finale that leaves you satisfied as all loose ends are wrapped up.
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Throughout the two hour and 30 minutes runtime, you learn more about the characters, their untold stories and what motivates them, with a few surprises along the way.
The grandeur of the location is just perfect, the lighting was spot on, you could have heard a pin drop in the audience.
You will be left wanting more and so did these theatre-lovers.
One person said: "This was one of the best theatre shows I've seen in a long time. We were gripped from the beginning to the end."
Another theatre-goer told me: "I absolutely love Agatha Christie, I was on the edge of my seat."
A third fan shared: "It was a brilliant production, being in a real courtroom made everything feel so real, I've experienced nothing like it."
While this happy viewer said: "The acting was first-rate, the suspense had me second guessing the characters motives, there were some epic twists and turns. I didn't see it coming. Another Agatha Christie masterpiece."
The production received Best Revival nominations at the 2018 Olivier and WhatsOnStage Awards.
It also stars Jo Stone-Fewings and Crispin Redman as Sir Wilfrid Robarts QC and Mr Mayhew.
Nick Sampson will join the cast as Mr Myers QC and Terence Wilton
as Mr Justice Wainwright.
The cast also includes Bradley Adams, Nick Morrison Baker, Theo Holt-Bailey, Dafydd Gwyn Howells, Ben Jacobson, Caitlin Kaur, Don Klass, Godiva Marshall, Phoebe Newlan, Jo Servi, David Shelley and Tracey Wilkinson.
It's full of intrigue and suspense making it a must-see for mystery lovers.
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If you're ready to be drawn into a web of deceit woven by the brand-new ninth cast, then look no further.
Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution will extend its run at London County Hall until 28 April 2024, making it London’s longest running site specific theatre production. Get your tickets
