See Agatha Christie’s timeless Witness for the Prosecution in a site-specific courtroom setting inside London County Hall. Witness for the Prosecution tickets are available on London Theatre now.
Agatha Christie wrote Witness for the Prosecution in 1925. The original story was published in Flynn’s, a weekly detective magazine circulated in early 20th-century Britain.
According to her autobiography, Witness for the Prosecution was one of Agatha Christie’s favourites of all her works, stating: “One night at the theatre stands out in my memory especially; the first night of Witness [for the Prosecution]. I can safely say that that was the only first night I have enjoyed… It was one of my plays that I like best myself.” We'd like to think that the Witness for the Prosecution West End production would be loved by Christie too.
It’s even more impressive that Witness for the Prosecution performances occur in a real court. London County Hall opened on 17 Jul. 1922, and served as the headquarters of local government for London for 64 years. When you’re watching the show, you’ll see the octagonal Council Chamber at the centre of County Hall — it once provided seating for over 200 council members and four galleries overlooking the Chamber for the public and members of the press. It’s the ideal immersive setting for an Agatha Christie courtroom drama.
Christie’s court classic sees Leonard Vole called to the stand after a murder. When his wife agrees to testify, can she be trusted? It’s up to you, the audience as the jury, to decide whether Vole will walk free or spend the rest of his life in shackles.
Developed with the support and involvement of the Christie family, Lucy Bailey directs the new production to place audiences in the centre of the action within the courtroom.
Tickets to Witness for the Prosecution are available now. Book your Witness for the Prosecution tickets on London Theatre today.
2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
Immersive Experiences, Crime / Thriller / Mystery, Drama, Classic, Off West End
Ages 10+. Parental guidance advised. Babes in arms are not permitted.
27th September, 2022
28th September, 2025
By: Agatha Christie
Director: Lucy Bailey
Cast list: George Jones (as Leonard Vole), Meghan Treadway (as Romaine Vole), Oliver Boot (as Sir Wilfrid Robarts QC), Ewen Cummins (as Mr Mayhew), David Killick (as Mr Justice Wainwright), Gyuri Sarossy (as Mr Myers QC)
Design: William Dudley
Costumes: William Dudley
Lighting: Chris Davey
Sound: Mic Pool
Location: West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: 12, 53, 76, 77, 148, 159, 211, 341, 381, 453, 507, RV1, C10
Night bus numbers: N109, N155, N381
Car park: Three car parks within walking distance located around the South Bank area
Directions from tube: From Waterloo station follow exit signs towards Southbank/County Hall attractions and then follow signs to York Road and walk a few minutes along the road and County Hall will be on your left.
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You’ve been summoned for jury service! Experience an Agatha Christie classic in a unique, historic courtroom setting. A widower is on trial, but only you can decide if he faces the noose in this enthralling production. Cast your judgment at Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall today.
The running time of Witness for the Prosecution is 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval.
Witness for the Prosecution is playing at London County Hall. The theatre is located at Belvedere Road, London, SE1 7PB.
Tickets for Witness for the Prosecution start at £19.
The recommended age for Witness for the Prosecution is Ages 10+. Parental guidance advised. Babes in arms are not permitted..
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