A brand-new production of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift will be heading to the Manchester Opera House in May 2026 as part of a UK tour.
When well-loved spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy Bellringer refuses to accept it was an accident. DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering a world of hidden passions, long-buried secrets and deadly rivalries.
With eccentric villagers, shocking twists and an unforgettable reveal, The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a classic whodunit that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Bringing to life the wit, charm and chilling suspense of the beloved television series and original series of books, this gripping and thrilling new show will entrance theatre audiences.
Joining Daniel Casey as Inspector Tom Barnaby, more casting has been announced today for the world premiere of Guy Unsworth’s stage adaptation of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift, based on the book by Caroline Graham, The Killings at Badger’s Drift, and the television series Midsomer Murders produced by Bentley Productions [for ITV] in association with All3Media International.
The residents of Midsomer will be played by a multi-roling ensemble of actors: Nathalie Barclay, Chandrika Chevli, John Dougall, Julie Legrand, Rupert Sadler, Chris Agha and Rhîan Crowley-McLean. The actor who is playing Sergeant Troy will be announced at a later date. The tour will open at Richmond Theatre on 24 October, and will tour through to May 2026. New dates have been added to the tour, in Cheltenham, Cardiff, Bromley, Darlington and Manchester.
The show goes on general sale on June 24th via https://www.atgtickets.com/
