The Mousetrap Welcomes A New London Cast & Director
The world’s longest-running play has a new director. Ola Ince will take the reins of Agatha Christie's thriller, The Mousetrap, in the West End, which also welcomes a new cast, beginning performances this evening on 10 November.
The much-loved and long-running production opened in 1952 and has recently celebrated an incredible 30,000 performances in the West End, telling the story of a group of seven strangers snowed in at a remote countryside guesthouse. After a police sergeant arrives, they discover that a killer is among them, and the clock is ticking to discover the identity of the murderer.
Ince said of the appointment: "I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining The Mousetrap family! It’s been such a joy stepping into the legendary world of Agatha Christie. Over the past few months, I’ve been so grateful for the knowledge, stories, and passion that have been generously shared with me. Together, the brilliant cast and I have laughed, debated, and marvelled in awe at the magic of The Mousetrap. We can’t wait to share that magic with audiences!"
Producer Brian Fenty also commented, saying, "I’m genuinely thrilled to welcome Ola Ince to The Mousetrap. Ola is a force of nature — a director who understands what it means to be both a steward of history and a challenger of complacency. Her creative instinct is first-class, and her care and love for Agatha Christie’s world is as heartening as it is inspiring.
"Our play has an extraordinary legacy – 30,000 performances and counting – and under Ola’s care, it will continue to feel alive, relevant, and full of possibility. I’m equally delighted to welcome our new cast, who begin performances tonight. Together with Ola and our Artistic Director, Denise Silvey, they’ll ensure that Christie’s timeless mystery continues to surprise and captivate audiences for generations to come."
Joining the cast at the St Martin's Theatre this evening will be Georgina Fairbanks as Mollie Ralston, Cai Brigden as Giles Ralston, Christopher Wright as Major Metcalf, Stephen Ventura as Mr Paravicini, Joshua Riley as Christopher Wren, Kate Handford as Miss Casewell, Nicky Goldie as Mrs Boyle, and Thomas Dennis as Detective Sgt. Trotter.
Richard Parnwell, Clive Marlowe, Saranna Parlone, and Cathryn Sherman complete the cast.
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