Agatha Christie was the master of the murder-mystery genre. This latest stage adaptation of her story ‘And Then There Were None’ is a great example of why.
First published as a book, it is the best-selling mystery novel of all time and remains one of the top ten highest-selling novels of all time. Christie herself has said “I do think in some ways that it is a better piece of craftsmanship than anything else I have written”.
Christie’s talent lies in building tension between both the audience and the characters, and in this story, ten strangers are lured to a remote island off the coast of Devon, under false pretences. As evening falls, a loud voice makes accusations against each person, accusing them of a crime for which they will be punished.
Paranoia and fear grip the guests as they try to find their way off the island and away from the threat of death.
With an exceptional cast made up of industry legends like Andrew Blackman, Jennifer Flowers, Nicholas Hammond and Peter O’Brian, along with newer names who hold their own beautifully, the story unfolds in the sun-drenched loungeroom of a house built into a clifftop of an isolated island.
The stage design is gorgeous.Inspired by the architecture of Richard Neutra, one of the most influential modernist architects of the 20 th century, it perfectly sets the scene for the unfolding horror.
“And Then There Were None” is a wonderful night out at the theatre, and being hosted by His Majesty’s Theatre, just adds to the elegance of the 1930s, when the story is set. It’s on now until 29th June so be sure to check it out.