The Mousetrap hits the Eastbourne stage

Agatha Christie’s murder mystery The Mousetrap comes to Devonshire Park Theatre from Monday to Saturday, November 16-21, bringing one of theatre’s most famous whodunits to Eastbourne.

A spokesman said: “The clues are hidden, the suspects are gathering and everyone has something to hide. Eastbourne is about to become the scene of a murder and audiences will have just two hours to work out whodunit.

“First performed in London in 1952, The Mousetrap has become a theatrical institution, famed for its twists, turns and closely guarded secret ending. The story begins when a group of strangers find themselves snowed in at an isolated guesthouse. When news arrives of a murder in London, suspicion quickly falls on those gathered inside and when another crime takes place, everyone becomes a suspect.

“With its tightly plotted mystery and atmosphere of growing paranoia, audiences are challenged to piece together the clues alongside the characters as the identity of the killer remains tantalisingly out of reach… But there is one important rule for anyone who thinks they have cracked the case: don’t reveal the ending!

“The Mousetrap gives local theatre-goers the chance to experience a classic of British theatre live on stage, with performances running throughout the week, including evening shows and matinees. Tickets are currently available from £23.50, with the production carrying an age guidance of 7+. So, who is the murderer? Is it the suspicious stranger? The nervous guest? The seemingly respectable local? There’s only one way to find out…”

The Mousetrap, Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne, Monday to Saturday, November 16-21. For tickets and full listings, visit eastbournetheatres.co.uk.