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You have been summoned for jury service...
Step inside the magnificent surroundings of London County Hall and experience the intensity and drama of Agatha Christie’s gripping story of justice, passion and betrayal in a unique courtroom setting.
Leonard Vole stands accused of murdering a widow in order to inherit her wealth, and the stakes are high: convince the jury – and the audience – of his innocence, or face the hangman’s noose. That is, after he’s survived the shocking witness testimony.
Don’t miss this landmark stage production on London’s Southbank.
See you in court.
***** ‘CRIMINALLY GOOD’ Daily Mail
**** ‘A palatial interior fit for the QUEEN OF CRIME’ Daily Telegraph
**** ‘THE PERFECT SETTING. A deliciously enjoyable revival.’ Time Out
**** ‘Christie's courtroom drama in the grand chamber at County Hall entertains, amuses and unsettles’ Daily Telegraph
**** Agatha Christie’s INGENIOUS courtroom drama fits perfectly in County Hall’ Guardian
**** ‘Hugely fun site-specific revival of this Agatha Christie courtroom drama’ Time Out
****‘BIG, AUSTERE AND GRAND, the PERFECT SETTING.’ Time Out
***** ‘Classic Christie’ Daily Mail
***** ‘The queen of cunning has been brilliantly served.’ Daily Mail
**** ‘A DELIGHT’ The Arts Desk
**** ‘Compelling new production in the Council Chamber at London County Hall is guilty of being a good night out’ The Arts Desk
****’The setting, the playing, the plotting keep you guessing happily throughout.’ Times
**** "It’s atmospheric. It’s an event." Times
- Access Information
If you have any concerns regarding access, we strongly recommend you book your seats in the Courtroom Stalls:
- There is no lift to the Galleries.
- The Galleries are up 33 steps from the Chamber.
- Gallery Seats are not suitable for those who have difficulties climbing stairs or are Vertigo sufferers.
- Gallery row A has narrow access to seats.
- Cancellation Policy
No exchanges or refunds.
- Cast
The new cast includes Carolin Stoltz (Shetland, Emmerdale) playing Romaine Vole,Lewis Cope (Billy Elliot) as the accused Leonard Vole, Simon Dutton (The Saint) in the role of Sir Wilfrid Robarts, Giles Taylor (This House, Wolf Hall/ Bring Up The Bodies) playing Mr Myers QC, Michael Cochrane (The Archers) as Mr Justice Wainwright, Tim Frances (The 39 Steps) as Mr Mayhew, with Max Dinnen, Janet Fullerlove, Karlina, Grace-Paseda, Jessica Hole, Francesca Knight, Paul Lancaster, Nicholas Osmond, Joe Shire, Michael Weaver and Karl Wilson.
- Duration
2 hours 15 mins
- Good To Know
This is an immersive production - the actors will be in the aisles although the audience will remain seated throughout.
- Suitable For Children
PARENTAL GUIDANCE
- What's Included
All VIP tickets include a free programme with 2 free drinks.
You will be given everything on arrival to the venue. Once you have their tickets you will be shown to a special VIP Jury Desk where you will receive your programme and drinks vouchers. All Jury Members should be in their seats 5 minutes prior to the start of the performance.
- Times
Booking until Sun, 13th September 2020
7.30pm Tuesday - Saturday
2.30pm Thursday and Saturday
3pm Sunday
- Where Do I Go
Belevedere Road
London
SE1 7PB
Nearest Tube stations: Waterloo and Westminster
Nearest Main line station: WaterlooLondon County Hall is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames beside the London Eye and the Westminster Bridge, and opposite the Houses of Parliament. The entrance of Witness for the Prosecution is located on Belvedere Road.
From Waterloo station follow exit signs towards Southbank/County Hall attractions and then follow signs to York Road and walk a few minutes along the road and County Hall will be on your left.
London County Hall
Latest critic reviews
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Criminally good
Daily Mail
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A palatial interior fit for the QUEEN OF CRIME
The Telegraph
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THE PERFECT SETTING. A deliciously enjoyable revival.
Time Out
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"Agatha Christie’s INGENIOUS courtroom drama fits perfectly in County Hall"
The Guardian
