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DIAL M for MURDER
- By Frederick Knott
- Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher
- Directed by Tatiana Pandiani
AUG. 17 – SEPT. 15, 2024
MOE AND JACK'S PLACE — THE ROUSE THEATRE
AUG. 17 – SEPT. 15, 2024
MOE AND JACK'S PLACE — THE ROUSE THEATRE
Murder and malice take center stage in a fresh adaptation of an iconic thriller! The setting is midcentury London. It’s been a year since Margot ended her affair with her lover, Maxine, and returned to life as usual with her husband, Tony — or so she thinks. Tony, in fact, knows about the affair and spins an intricate web of suspicion and deception. When his plan goes terribly awry, it sets in motion a series of deadly, unexpected twists threatening everyone involved. Best known for the 1954 film by Alfred Hitchcock, this masterful murder mystery receives a clever and fast-paced new treatment for the stage.
Dial M for Murder is recommended for ages 13 and up. This new adaptation of the iconic thriller contains depictions of violence and murder (it’s right there in the title), discussion of a past extramarital affair and domestic violence, a kiss between two women, and edge-of-your seat suspense.
This show runs approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, with a 20-minute intermission.
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DIAL M FOR MURDER teaser trailer from our co-production with the Alley Theatre in Houston.
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Most audiences are familiar with the name Dial M for Murder from Alfred Hitchcock’s film adaptation of Frederick Knott’s play, which arguably launched the greatest decade of filmmaking for cinema’s greatest director.
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The Playhouse's production of Frederick Knott’s masterwork — a co-production with Alley Theatre in Houston — pays homage to the play’s history, in which stage and screen are inextricably linked.
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Be among the first to see the show before opening night and save! Preview performance tickets are discounted.
Share the excitement of Thursday opening nights!
As part of the 70th Year Anniversary of the landmark films of 1954, the Esquire, Mariemont and Kenwood theatres present Alfred Hitchcock’s classic Dial M for Murder at the same time the Playhouse stages a fresh new stage adaptation of Frederick Knott’s play that was the source of the film.
The film will be introduced by Hitchcock Scholar and Film Professor Joe Horine and followed by a Q&A with him and a member of the Playhouse’s artistic team to discuss the stage-to-film-to-stage adaptation.
Tickets are $10.25 or $12 depending on location.
(Formerly Meet the Artists), stay after select performances for a behind-the-scenes discussion with members of the artistic team.
Pay What You Can performances are an additional way we try to make live theatre accessible to those who otherwise might not be able to attend our shows. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 513-421-3888 or in person beginning at noon, day of the performance only. Tickets are subject to availability.
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Join us for an evening of suspense with a twist to celebrate PRIDE at Dial M for Murder!
Friday, September 6
Hosts:
| Ron Bates and Randy Lasley | Jeff Geoberti and David Bronner | Nick Puncer and Dr. Stephen Ferguson |
| Sarah Anne Campbell | Grace Jones and Amelia Berndt | Sneja H. Tomassian |
| Jim Conway and Rick Robertson | Nazanin Khodadad and Renee Hevia | Jivanto Van Hemert and Matt Boettcher |
| Mike Daniels | Kathy Nardiello | Julia Wesselkamper and Julie Johnson |
Trained volunteers describe the visual elements of the production via a hearing enhancement system, allowing patrons to hear dialogue, music and other sound effects. The description is timed to avoid interfering with dialogue. Before the show and during intermission, show and actor information are shared.
Each Rouse Theatre production offers one signed ASL performance during the show's run.
A minimum of 100 $10 tickets with balcony seating will be available for purchase in-person at the Playhouse Box Office beginning at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 10 for that evening's 7:30 p.m. performance. Limit two per person. No advance reservations or choice of seating. Subject to availability.
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