Tom Chambers to lead Murder in the Dark world premiere

Tom Chambers (Elf, Top Hat) is set to star in Murder in the Dark, a new thriller by Torben Betts.

The touring production, which marks the first collaboration between Original Theatre and Trafalgar Entertainment, will be directed by Phiip Franks.

Betts commented: “I’m really thrilled to be working with Original Theatre again. This will be my fourth project with them, after their tours of Invincible, Caroline’s Kitchen and the online play Apollo 13: The Dark Side of the Moon. Their reputation continues to grow while their commitment to touring theatre around the country has not faded, despite the battering our industry has taken over the last few years. I am thrilled that I will be part of their next ghostly theatrical adventure.”

Chambers added: “I’m really thrilled and excited to be a part of this brand new piece of theatre, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats. It should be a great night out, if you can find your way out!”

The play is set on New Year’s Eve when a car crash leaves troubled singer Danny Sierra and his extended family stranded at an isolated holiday cottage with ghostly consequences. It is recommended for those aged 14 and over.

Alonsgide Franks, the creative team also includes designer Adrian Linford, lighting designer, and composer and sound designer Max Pappenheim.

Murder in the Dark is set to open at Churchill Theatre, Bromley (7 to 9 September), before heading to Guildford, York, Oxford, Salisbury, Dublin, Northampton, Dartford, High Wycombe and Birmingham, with further stops to be announced.

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