Cast Announced for 75th Anniversary Tour of The Mousetrap

Producer Brian Fenty is delighted to announce the principal cast of the 75th Anniversary UK tour of Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest-running play, The Mousetrap. The tour will begin in Birmingham on 3 September 2026, running through to 2027 and visiting over 25 cities across the UK.

The UK tour welcomes new Director Hannah Chissick, who, together with Casting Director Denise Silvey, have assembled a world-class cast as The Mousetrap enters its 75th anniversary.

Joining the cast are Emily Laing (One Life) as Mollie Ralston, Jack Hardwick (The Bodyguard UK tour) as Giles Ralston, Thomas Barrett (Summer Folk, National Theatre) as Christopher Wren, Clare Duffy (Pipe Dream, Union Theatre) as Miss Casewell, James Peake (The Invisible Man, Eastbourne Theatres) as Mr Paravicini and Alfie Richards (The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe, UK tour) as Detective Sergeant Trotter.

They join previously announced Nicholas Bailey (EastEnders) as Major Metcalf and Susan Penhaligon (A Fine Romance) as Mrs Boyle.

SOLVE THEATRE’S MOST FAMOUS MYSTERY.

Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland.

A shocking murder rattles London. Far from the chaos, in a remote guesthouse seven strangers seek refuge. But when a police detective battles through a deadly snowstorm with a warning no one expects, it becomes clear the threat is already within their walls.

Every whisper hides a clue. Every story masks a lie. And as suspicion tightens its grip, one question chills the room: who among them is capable of murder?

Step into Monkswell Manor and solve the great British murder mystery that has kept the world guessing for generations.

THE MANOR AWAITS.

Earlier this year, the play celebrated its 30,000th performance in the West End and was presented with a Guinness World Records certificate for the record title of longest theatrical run. The genre-defining murder mystery opened in 1952 and continues to enthral audiences at London’s St Martin’s Theatre, now booking into its 75th year in 2027.

The tour is directed by Hannah Chissick with lighting design by Nic Farman, casting by Denise Silvey, and resident director Myles Brown.

The Mousetrap is produced by Brian Fenty.

2026/27 TOUR SCHEDULE
3 – 12 Sept 2026 Birmingham, The Alexandra

15 – 19 Sept Princess Theatre, Torquay

21 – 26 Sept Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham 01242 572 573
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6 – 10 Oct Lyceum Theatre, Crewe
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12 – 17 Oct Theatre Royal Windsor 01753 853 888
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19 – 24 Oct Floral Pavillion, New Brighton
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26 – 31 Oct Manchester Opera House

3 – 7 Nov Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield
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9 – 14 Nov Aylesbury, Waterside

16 – 21 Nov Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne
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