Sleuth - by Anthony Shaffer, UK National Tour, 2008
Press Reviews:
This is tense and thrilling theatre, expertly directed by Joe Harmston, the action unfolds at just the right pace, sucking you in whether you know what’s coming next or not.
Aberdeen Press and Journal
The action is fast and furious…with immaculate comic and dramatic timing... Superbly executed... superb performances and crisp direction.
The Brighton Argus
Harmston’s production of Sleuth is a tour de force.
Sheffield Star
An awe-inspiring experience.
BBC Nottingham
Joe Harmston’s expert hand in the direction of thrillers is evident in this production, and could easily see him with the title of the Alfred Hitchcock of British Theatre…catch this thriller if you think your nerves can take it.
UK Theatre Network
Extremely creative direction; A production of great clarity by Joe Harmston.
Nottingham Evening Post
A damned good night out.
Theatreworld Internet Magazine
With more plot twists than accidents waiting to happen in a Casualty omnibus, Sleuth is like watching Agatha Christie on Amphetamines... Joe Harmston’s direction of pace ensures you can barely risk taking a breath.
Worcester News
Funny, thrilling, and complex.
BBC Berkshire
This brilliantly simple and effective production……. Rightly received a standing ovation.
Cambridge News
In this play no-one is truly the winner except the audience. An absolute treat!
Newcastle Evening Chronicle
Tour Schedule:
| 21st January - 2nd February 2008 | Theatre Royal, Windsor |
| 4th February - 9th February 2008 | Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham |
| 11th February - 16th February 2008 | Beck Theatre, Hayes |
| 18th February - 23rd February 2008 | Civic Theatre, Darlington |
| 3rd March - 8th March 2008 | New Victoria Theatre, Woking |
| 10th March - 15th March 2008 | Grand Theatre, Blackpool |
| 17th March - 22nd March 2008 | Clwyd Theatre, Mold |
| 24th March - 29th March 2008 | Theatre Royal, Bath |
| 31st March - 5th April 2008 | Theatre Royal, Nottingham |
| 7th April - 12th April 2008 | Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton |
| 14th April - 19th April 2008 | Churchill Theatre, Bromley |
| 21st April - 26th April 2008 | Festival Theatre, Malvern |
| 28th April - 3rd May 2008 | Richmond Theatre |
| 5th May - 10th May 2008 | New Theatre, Hull |
| 12th May - 17th May 2008 | Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield |
| 19th May - 24th May 2008 | Cambridge Arts Theatre |
| 26th May - 31st May 2008 | Theatre Royal, Glasgow |
| 2nd June - 7th June 2008 | New Theatre, Cardiff |
| 16th June - 21st June 2008 | Billingham Forum Theatre |
| 23rd June - 28th June 2008 | His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen |
| 30th June - 5th July 2008 | Theatre Royal, Newcastle |
Production Team:
Bill Kenwright Ltd | Producer
Simon MacCorkindale | Andrew Wyke
Michael Praed | Milo Tindle
Joe Harmston | Director
Simon Scullion | Production Design
Mark Howett | Lighting Design
Jonathan Suffolk | Sound Design
Biddy Guy | Costume Design