Daniel Casey to Star as Inspector Barnaby in UK Tour of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift
A new stage production of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift has been announced, with Daniel Casey set to star as Inspector Tom Barnaby. The production, which is based on the book by Caroline Graham and the television series Midsomer Murders, will tour the UK from October 2024 to April 2026.
According to Lovelondonloveculture.com, the production will officially open at Richmond Theatre on October 24, 2024, and will then visit 14 other venues across the country, including Malvern, Chester, Eastbourne, Sheffield, Truro, Guildford, Brighton, Blackpool, Glasgow, Nottingham, Birmingham, Norwich, Derby, and Leicester.
Daniel Casey, who created the role of Sergeant Troy in ITV’s Midsomer Murders from 1997 to 2008, will now be taking on the role of Inspector Tom Barnaby in this stage adaptation. In an interview with Lovelondonloveculture.com, Casey said: “Workshopping the play, you realise the characters have an inherent theatricality, which is perfect to bring to the stage. It has brought back some wonderful memories of such a happy time in my career playing Sergeant Troy and the fantastic time I had working with the amazing John Nettles and to be stepping into his shoes as Barnaby is both a little daunting and incredibly exciting.”
The production will be directed by Guy Unsworth, with design by David Woodhead, lighting design by Matt Haskins, sound design by Ella Wahlström, and casting by Ginny Schiller CDG. John Nettles, who originally played DCI Tom Barnaby in the television series, has expressed his delight at Casey taking on the role, saying: “Daniel brought the young Troy to life so brilliantly in the original TV pilot of the book and I’m delighted that he gets to lead the investigation in this theatre adaption. He has a fabulous track record in his stage work – and had a marvellous DCI to teach him the detecting ropes, back in the day!”
The story follows the investigation into the death of well-loved spinster Emily Simpson, who is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift. As DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy investigate, they uncover a world of hidden passions, long-buried secrets, and deadly rivalries. Lovelondonloveculture.com reports that the production is set to be a thrilling and entertaining mystery, with plenty of twists and turns to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
The production is based on the book by Caroline Graham and the television series Midsomer Murders, produced by Bentley Productions (for ITV) in association with All3Media International. For more information on the production and to book tickets, visit https://www.midsomeronstage.com/, as reported by Lovelondonloveculture.com.
The UK tour of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a must-see for fans of the television series and theatre enthusiasts alike. With its talented cast, clever writing, and intriguing storyline, this production is set to be a hit with audiences across the country. As Lovelondonloveculture.com notes, this production promises to bring the world of Midsomer Murders to life in a whole new way, and is not to be missed.
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