Fans of world-famous crime writer Ian Rankin rejoice, as his latest Rebus tale is to get its global premiere at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch.
Opening the theatre’s spring season this February, Rebus: A Game Called Malice, written with Simon Reade, was created exclusively for the stage.
It has been described by Mr Rankin as “as twisty and fun a tale as I’ve ever spun”.
Directed by award-winning Robin Lefevre, the new story involves a dinner party, a game organised by the hostess, and, of course, a murder in a stately home.
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With each of the dinner party guests hiding secrets threatening the game they are playing, the ever-industrious Inspector John Rebus is on-hand to get to the bottom of events.
Rebus is played by John Michie, known for roles such as DI Robbie Ross in Taggart and Karl Munro in Coronation Street.
The production is to run from February 2 to 25.
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Rankin said: “I’m thrilled that audiences can experience an all-new Rebus story at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch. With a cracking cast, it promises to be a dynamite night at the theatre.”
To buy tickets for the show, visit: https://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/whats-on/show/rebus-a-game-called-malice/.
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