The Midsomer Murders Tour Brings a Deadly Sense of Humour to the Stage
Guy Unsworth's adaptation of Caroline Graham's "The Killings at Badger's Drift" brings the beloved TV detective DCI John Barnaby to life in a theatrical tour that promises to be a killer night out. The show, which has been delighting ITV audiences for 28 years, follows the investigation into the murder of a horticulturist in her kitchen, with Barnaby uncovering a web of deceit and suspicion among the quirky residents of Badger's Drift.
The stage production boasts an impressive cast of seven actors, who play multiple roles with ease, swapping costumes and genders with aplomb. The result is a hilarious and entertaining romp that pokes fun at the conventions of crime dramas and rural English life, drawing comparisons to Greek tragedy in its portrayal of eccentric villagers and their bizarre antics.
The show's clever script, penned by Unsworth, is full of witty one-liners and comedic moments, making it clear that this production is more about jokes than genuine drama. However, some critics may find the tone uneven at times, veering between slapstick comedy and darker themes. Nevertheless, fans of the TV series will undoubtedly enjoy the show's lighthearted take on their beloved detective.
The tour itself promises to be a spectacle, with actors sliding in and out of character on stage, much like the quick cuts of a television episode. The result is an immersive and engaging experience that feels more like a panto than a traditional theatre production.
For those unfamiliar with Midsomer Murders, this tour may not be the best introduction to the world of rural English crime dramas. However, for fans of the show, it promises to be a treat. If you don't have a ticket by the end of midsummer, well, that's a death sentence – but book now and enjoy the ride!
Guy Unsworth's adaptation of Caroline Graham's "The Killings at Badger's Drift" brings the beloved TV detective DCI John Barnaby to life in a theatrical tour that promises to be a killer night out. The show, which has been delighting ITV audiences for 28 years, follows the investigation into the murder of a horticulturist in her kitchen, with Barnaby uncovering a web of deceit and suspicion among the quirky residents of Badger's Drift.
The stage production boasts an impressive cast of seven actors, who play multiple roles with ease, swapping costumes and genders with aplomb. The result is a hilarious and entertaining romp that pokes fun at the conventions of crime dramas and rural English life, drawing comparisons to Greek tragedy in its portrayal of eccentric villagers and their bizarre antics.
The show's clever script, penned by Unsworth, is full of witty one-liners and comedic moments, making it clear that this production is more about jokes than genuine drama. However, some critics may find the tone uneven at times, veering between slapstick comedy and darker themes. Nevertheless, fans of the TV series will undoubtedly enjoy the show's lighthearted take on their beloved detective.
The tour itself promises to be a spectacle, with actors sliding in and out of character on stage, much like the quick cuts of a television episode. The result is an immersive and engaging experience that feels more like a panto than a traditional theatre production.
For those unfamiliar with Midsomer Murders, this tour may not be the best introduction to the world of rural English crime dramas. However, for fans of the show, it promises to be a treat. If you don't have a ticket by the end of midsummer, well, that's a death sentence – but book now and enjoy the ride!
! I mean, who wouldn't want to see DCI John Barnaby bring some justice (and laughs) to the stage? The idea of seven actors playing multiple roles is genius 
. It's like a big ol' game of dress-up, and I can already imagine the hilarious moments where they're swapping costumes left and right 
. Still, I'm sure it'll be a blast for anyone who's a fan 
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The fact that they're doing all these multiple roles and costumes is like, totally mind-blowing, you know? 
But what really got me thinking is, are they trying to send us a message or something? Like, the show's poking fun at crime dramas in general? 
Or is it just a clever marketing ploy to get more people interested in Midsomer Murders? 
I'm not saying it's necessarily conspiracy theory stuff, but... have you considered that maybe they're trying to brainwash us into watching more TV? 
and the fact that they're playing multiple roles at once is genius 
. Plus, who wouldn't want a panto-style experience? 
Book now and get ready for a killer night out (pun intended)!!! 
. I love how they're not taking themselves too seriously, poking fun at the genre and rural life. The cast is impressive, playing multiple roles with ease 
. It's great to see a show that knows when to be funny and when to keep it more serious 
. Just don't expect too much depth if you're new to the series 
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. And can we talk about how genius it is to swap costumes and genders with each other? It's like they're having a laugh at the conventions of crime dramas 
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i mean, who doesnt love a good murder mystery w/ quirky villager vibes? 
but honestly, the script can be hit or miss sometimes 
theyre all good at playing multiple roles tho 
DCI John Barnaby is going to slay the stage!!! 
and the fact that theyre making fun of rural english life is giving me LIFE 
I'm definitely getting tickets for this one - it'll be a killer night out (pun intended) 
). For those who don't know the show, this tour might not be the best introduction - but if you're already hooked, you won't want to miss it. 
I've been die-ing 4 DCI Barnaby 4eva & this adaptation is literally perfect!!! The cast is amazing, especially Jessica Ransom as Sandra in "The Killings at Badger's Drift" 
i do hope they don't get too carried away with the slapstick comedy though, it's not everyone's cup of tea. still think it's gonna be a hilarious night out tho 
its like watching midsomer murders but live on stage with crazy costumes & jokes galore! 