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Tag: Simon Cotton

Murder on the Orient Express – Festival Theatre
Scotland

Murder on the Orient Express – Festival Theatre

On the 22nd of October, Edinburgh Festival Theatre played host to an adaptation of one of Agatha Christie's most beloved mysteries: Murder on the Orient Express. This new production, directed by Lucy Bailey and starring Michael Maloney as Hercule Poirot, promises to be a thrilling and immersive experience for fans of classic crime drama and theatre alike. Set in the winter of 1934, the story unfolds on the luxurious Orient Express after it finds itself trapped by an avalanche in the snowy Balkans. With the train at a standstill and a murder on board, Poirot must solve the mystery before the train resumes its journey—and before the killer strikes again. The ensemble cast includes Bob Barrett, Mila Carter, Rebecca Charles, Debbie Chazen, Simon Cotton, and more. Based on Christie’s ow...
Murder on the Orient Express – The Lowry
North West

Murder on the Orient Express – The Lowry

The current touring production of Murder on the Orient Express, presented at The Lowry in Salford, is a resounding success, perfectly capturing the timeless charm of Agatha Christie’s classic mystery while bringing fresh energy to the familiar tale. Directed by Lucy Bailey and adapted by Ken Ludwig, this version pays homage to the original while offering a modern twist that feels both invigorating and faithful to the source material. It’s no small feat to revitalise a story so well-known, yet this production does so with ease. Set in the 1930s, the plot follows Hercule Poirot as he investigates a murder aboard the famed Orient Express, which has become stranded by snow in Yugoslavia. Michael Maloney delivers a standout performance as Poirot, portraying the detective’s methodical nature ...