A New Vic Theatre Production
By Frederick Knott
Directed by Peter Leslie Wild
Glamorous socialite Sheila Wendice has it all: a wide circle of friends, an exciting lifestyle and a husband who dotes on her.
When an old friend visits from overseas, she sends him off with her husband to enjoy a night on the town and curls up in bed for an early night. Then the phone rings and Sheila’s evening takes a dramatic turn…
Suddenly she finds herself fighting for her life. But who could want her dead?
Full of twists, turns and suspense, this gripping drama is a masterpiece of writing that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Friday 28 April–Saturday 20 May 2017
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"You'll be on the edge of your seat..."
— Andrew Lees, The Sentinel
"A showpiece of dramatic storytellin..."
— John Hargreaves, Express And Star
"Atmospheric and intimate..."
— Carol Lovatt, Staffordshire What's On
"An incredible cast..."
— Matt Clewley, At The Theatre
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