In this adaptation of the 1915 novel and 1935 film, crafted by Patrick Barlow, the actors steal the show with their hilarious reactions and lively movements. With minimal props and sets, their boundless creativity transforms simple elements into captivating scenes, from turning a square into a window to playfully hopping between suitcases as if they were on a moving train. The multiple uses of props took me back to classic episodes of ‘Whose Line is it Anyway?’
I was fortunate to find out that the performance was tailored for audiences aged 7 and above, so I brought along my 11-year-old daughter, who found the show absolutely hilarious, I wouldn’t be surprised if you heard her laughing. Whether you’re already acquainted with the original sources or experiencing the story for the first time, the production’s charm and comedic brilliance shine through, guaranteeing a delightful experience for all spectators.
As you can tell, I thoroughly enjoyed the evening, and I wholeheartedly recommend catching it before it concludes. This production is definitely one I’d love to experience again this year.
Playing Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch 14 – 30 March. The 39 Steps – Queens Theatre queens-theatre.co.uk
Tue 2 – Sat 6 Apr
London Richmond Theatre
Tue 9 – Sat 13 Apr
Newcastle Theatre Royal
0191 232 7010
Tue 23 – Sat 27 Apr
Cardiff New Theatre
0343 310 041
Tue 30 Apr – Sat 4 May
Sheffield Lyceum
0114 249 6000
Tue 7 – Sat 11 May
Cambridge Arts Theatre
01223 503333
Tue 14 – Sat 18 May
Malvern Festival Theatre
001684 892277
Tue 21 – Sat 25 May
Cheltenham Everyman Theatre
01242 572573
Tue 28 May – Sat 1 Jun
Glasgow Theatre Royal
Tue 4 – Sat 8 Jun
Birmingham The Alexandra
Tue 11 – Sat 15 Jun
Oxford Playhouse
01865 305305
Tue 18 – Sat 22 Jun
Norwich Theatre Royal
01603 630000
Tue 25 – Sat 29 Jun
Bath Theatre Royal
01225 448844
Tue 2 – Sat 6 Jul
Guildford Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
01483 4400 000
Tue 16 – Sat 20 Jul
Brighton Theatre Royal
Tue 23 – Sat 27 Jul
York Grand Opera House
Wed 31 Jul – Sat 3 Aug
Leicester Curve