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Murders, Mysteries and Thrillers

Classic genres for a fabulous evening. 


Full Length

Drama

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

A thrilling adaptation of the classic gothic horror with strong parts for women.

6 to 8 men, 6 to 7 women plus optional ensemble.

One Act

Comedy

Mrs Hudson and the Banker's Hat

A Holmes and Hudson Mystery. Foul Murder on the Railway! Holmes investigates, but Mrs Hudson gets the answer.

3 women, 3 to 4 men.

Full Length

Comedy

Sherlock and the Trained Cormorant

Based on an idea by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A hat-swapping romp through Victorian London.

A gender-neutral, age-neutral cast of 8 to 11 players

One Act

Comedy

Mrs Hudson and the Disappearing Trombonist

A Holmes and Hudson Mystery. Trombonists don't just disappear, do they?

1 to 3 men, 3 to 4 women

One Act

Comedy

The Holmes and Hudson Mysteries

Three, 30 minute, radio versions of the Holmes and Hudson Mysteries.

3 to 4 men, 4 to 5 women

One Act

Comedy

Sherlock Holmes and the Search for Silver Blaze

A sparkling, witty radio adaptation of an original Sherlock Holmes mystery.

3 to 5 men, 3 to 5 women

Full Length

Drama

A Witness for the Deceased

Did Henry Dashwood commit suicide, or was he murdered?

6M, 4F. (3M, 4F with doubling.)

One Act

Comedy

Mrs Hudson and the Twisted Pilchard

A Holmes and Hudson Mystery. An exciting tale of international spies, blackmail and a woman's desire to protect her husband.

4 to 5 women, 3 to 4 men.

One Act

Drama

The Returning

A spooky, one-act radio mystery set at Halloween.

2 to 3 men, 3 to 4 women.

Full Length

Drama

The Franchise Affair

From the novel by Josephine Tey. Dramatised and adapted for a modern audience

1M, 2F with doubling but could be extended to 5 or more.

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