Theatrical world premiere of the Midsomer Murders whodunnit, with Daniel Casey as DCI Tom Barnaby.
Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre from 5 to 8 May 2027. It's the theatrical world premiere of the ITV detective drama, moving the story from the screen to the stage for the first time. The production is based on Caroline Graham's Chief Inspector Barnaby novels, the books that inspired the series in the first place, and was adapted by director Guy Unsworth and produced by Nicholson Green Productions and Colin Ingram Ltd.
On stage, Daniel Casey takes over as DCI Tom Barnaby, with James Bradwell playing Sergeant Gavin Troy. Together they investigate the death of Emily Simpson in the tranquil village of Badger's Drift, with the same kind of suspenseful twists and turns fans of the series expect. The show is described as bringing to life the wit, charm and chilling suspense of Midsomer, which the production calls England's deadliest county.
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Casey and Bradwell are joined by a full supporting cast: Nathalie Barclay, Chandrika Chevli, John Dougall, Julie Legrand, Rupert Sadler, Chris Agha and Rhaan Crowley-McLean. Guy Unsworth wrote the adaptation as well as directing it, so he's had a hand in both the script and how it's staged. The whole thing runs for about 2 hours and 20 minutes, including an interval, and is recommended for ages 12 and over.
