Following previous successes with The Hollow, The Unexpected Guest, And Then There Were None and Spider’s Web, The Agatha Christie Theatre Company presents the next instalment in the highly acclaimed series, Witness for the Prosecution, at the New Theatre from Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 February.Emily French, an elderly woman who plans to leave her considerable estate to the charming young Leonard, is found dead. Murdered. Though he protests his innocence, Leonard quickly becomes a prime suspect. His plea hinges on his wife’s testimony, until the sudden appearance of a mysterious young woman, bearing an unexpected clue. With all the usual ingredients of a classic thriller with characters all hiding a dark secret, this gripping mystery will keep audiences guessing until the final fatal moment. Leading the all-star cast is Honeysuckle Weeks (Foyle’s War), Denis Lill (The Royal), Ben Nealon (Soldier, Soldier), Robert Duncan (Drop the Dead Donkey), Peter Byrne, Jennifer Wilson and Mark Wynter. After its huge stage success, the play was made into a hit film by Billy Wilder in 1957, starring Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich and Charles Laughton. The film won numerous awards including seven Oscar nominations. Witness for the Prosecution is at the New Theatre, Cardiff from Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 February. Tickets range from £7.00 - £27 and can booked via the Box Office on 029 2087 8889 or online* at www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk *online sales carry a small transaction charge Witness for the Prosecution New Theatre, Cardiff Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 February 2010 Evenings 7.30pm; Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday Matinees 2.30pm Tickets: £7.00 - £27 Box Office: 029 2087 8889 Book Online: www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk |
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