Death on the Nile UK Tour Announced

Following the sell-out tours of And Then There Were None and Murder on the Orient Express, the acclaimed Death on the Nile is set to embark on a nationwide tour. This new adaptation, reimagined by renowned playwright Ken Ludwig, brings Agatha Christie’s celebrated thriller to life with fresh energy and modern theatricality.

Set against the backdrop of a luxurious cruise on the Nile under the scorching Egyptian sun, the play tells the story of a couple’s idyllic honeymoon interrupted by a brutal murder. As long-buried secrets resurface, the legendary detective Hercule Poirot must untangle a web of lies, jealousy, and revenge.

Creative Team

• Director:

  • Lucy Bailey – Celebrated director known for her work on Witness for the Prosecution and her impressive track record with Agatha Christie plays. This is her fifth Christie production and her second time directing a Poirot case.

• Writer & Adaptation:

  • Ken Ludwig brings a contemporary twist to Agatha Christie’s timeless thriller, infusing the production with wit, suspense, and dramatic flair.

• Producers:

  • Fiery Angel in collaboration with Agatha Christie Limited, ensuring a high-quality production for the European premiere of this adaptation.

• Storyline:

  • A group of holidaymakers, drawn by the ancient beauty of the Nile, find themselves trapped on a luxurious cruise. As a brutal murder disrupts their idyllic getaway, the case plunges into a dark voyage of jealousy, revenge, and the unearthing of dangerous secrets.

Why Death on the Nile is a Must-See

• World Premiere & Nationwide Tour:

  • After a hugely successful tour of Murder on the Orient Express that captivated UK audiences, this new adaptation of Death on the Nile marks another milestone in Agatha Christie’s legacy on stage.

• Star-Studded Creative Leadership:

  • With Lucy Bailey at the helm and Ken Ludwig’s sharp adaptation, audiences can expect a production that is both visually stunning and intellectually engaging.

• Timely and Timeless:

  • Set in the midsummer heat of Egypt, the production’s intense atmosphere and passionate storytelling promise to deliver one of Christie’s most captivating thrillers, reinterpreted for a modern audience.

James Prichard of Agatha Christie Limited stated:

“With a hugely successful tour of Murder on the Orient Express still delighting UK audiences, we are thrilled to be partnering once again with Lucy Bailey, Ken Ludwig, and the team at Fiery Angel to bring another of my great grandmother’s most celebrated stories to UK stages.”

Lucy Bailey adds:

“I’m delighted to be following Murder on the Orient Express with another of Poirot’s most famous cases, Death on the Nile. It takes place in the midsummer heat of Egypt and is one of Agatha Christie’s most passion-driven thrillers. A group of holidaymakers, drawn by the ancient beauty of the Nile, find themselves in a living nightmare of jealousy and revenge. Trapped on board a pleasure steamer and adrift on the Nile, it’s a voyage into the heart of darkness.”

Stay tuned for further casting details, as the production is set to announce its full cast shortly.

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Experience the suspense and intrigue of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile in this dynamic new adaptation. With a stellar creative team and a gripping storyline, this production promises to be one of the most talked-about theatre events of 2025.