Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution - Shaw Festival Theatre

Agatha Christie’s
Witness for the Prosecution
The best defense is a killer offense.
Royal George Theatre
April 6 - October 13
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When a wealthy, older woman is found brutally murdered, there is only one suspect: her handsome, charming, and much-younger lover. Sure, he has a motive, but did he actually do it? Due to a strict, no-spoilers policy, we can’t answer that question. Here’s what we can say: the play is full of clever twists, witty dialogue and rising tension. If you’re a fan of riveting courtroom dramas, don’t miss this shocker.

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Technical Credits
Directed by Alistair Newton
Set and projections designed by Karyn McCallum
Costumes designed by Judith Bowden
Lighting designed by Siobhán Sleath
Original music and sound designed by Lyon Smith

Witness for the Prosecution is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Inc. concordtheatricals.com

Witness for the Prosecution © 1953 Agatha Christie Limited All rights reserved. ‘AGATHA CHRISTIE’ and the Agatha Christie Signature Mark are trademarks of Agatha Christie Ltd.. All rights reserved. The rights to this play are controlled by Agatha Christie Ltd.. For further information about this play, others by Agatha Christie and about other stage adaptations of her stories, please visit: http://www.agathachristie.com

Approximate run time
2 hours and 50 minutes including two intermissions
Age Recommendation
14+
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