A Murder, a Mystery, a Discovery. The incredible story of Christopher and his courage, Cait and Frances host four members of a terrific cast: Harry, Elly, Aidan and Sabrina. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, is the bestselling original novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens for the stage, and directed at Putney Theatre by Frances Bodiam. The dog is dead. Pierced with a garden fork. Standing on the lawn in the middle of the night beside Wellington is fifteen-year-old Christopher. His neighbour and the police believe he is responsible. Determined to uncover the killer, Christopher turns detective, recording his findings in his special book. His quest will not be straightforward, however. He can remember all the world’s capital cities and every prime number up to seven thousand five hundred and seven, but he can’t bear being touched and he has never explored beyond the end of his road. Solving the mystery will turn Christopher’s small world on its head in this heartwarming, life-affirming drama of courage and determination, adapted from Haddon’s bestselling, award-winning novel. The Curious Incident at Putney Arts Theatre, bringing the maths to life within the human drama. Tuesday 26 to 30 August with a relaxed performance at 3pm on Saturday. Ticket link: https://www.putneyartstheatre.org.uk/event-6190729. Box Office: 020 8788 6943 The Cast: Christopher Boone – Harry Pavlou, Siobhan – Lizzie Iredale, Ed – Aidan Kershaw, Judy – Elly Meacham, Mrs Alexander & Other Characters – Emily Fellows, Mrs Shears & Other Characters – Kat Spreyer, Mr Shears & Other Characters – Chris Cully, Reverend Peters & Other Characters – JP Agius, Mr Thompson & Other Characters – Manpreet Gehlan, Mrs Gascoyne & Other Characters – Sabrina Robinson, Man in Socks & Other Characters – Matt Rimmington, No. 40 & Other Characters – Lyndall Brown Creative and Crew: Director - Frances Bodiam; Assistant Director, Movement Director – Penny Weatherall; Set, Music, Sound, Graphics – Nick Wells; Lighting Design – Rich Evans; Set build and painting – Rich Evans, Robert Helstrand, Barney Hart Dyke, Simon Rilot, Nick Wells; Costumes – Simon Crump, Production Manager – Sarah Jillings; Stage Manager – Perry Savill; Lois Savill – ASM; Kate Lawrence – ASM; Helen Wood – ASM; Sophie Turnbull. The Putney Theatre Company at The South West End! See us online – putneytheatrecompany.org.uk
