The Mousetrap Celebrates Guinness World Record-Breaking 30,000th Performance
The Mousetrap, Agatha Christie’s iconic murder mystery, has officially celebrated its 30,000th performance in the West End today, a landmark achievement recognised by Guinness World Records. The production has now secured its place in history as the longest-running theatrical production in the world.
A Historic Moment for The Mousetrap
The Guinness World Records adjudicator, Will Munford, presented the company with a certificate marking the milestone of 30,000 performances. Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap first opened in 1952 and continues to captivate audiences more than 70 years later, solidifying its position as one of the most successful and enduring plays in theatrical history.
Craig Glenday, editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records, commented on the achievement:
“[We’ve] monitored this category from the very first edition in 1955. The Mousetrap overtook the previous holder in 1958, making it one of the all-time longest-standing world records.”
Photo by Matt Crockett
Producer Brian Fenty Reflects on The Mousetrap's Legacy
Brian Fenty, producer of The Mousetrap, shared his thoughts on reaching this milestone:
“As The Mousetrap celebrates its record-shattering 30,000th performance, I’m reminded daily of the timeless genius behind Agatha Christie’s work and her landmark whodunnit. It’s an honour to carry forward this legacy, proof that remarkable storytelling can unite audiences across generations—and endure for decades to come.”
Special Schools Matinee Performance
To celebrate this incredible achievement, the company hosted a special schools matinee performance, where over 400 children from across London attended the play at St Martin’s Theatre this afternoon, enjoying the mystery and drama that has captivated audiences for generations.
Current Cast of The Mousetrap
The current cast of The Mousetrap includes:
Lara Lemon as Mollie Ralston
Harry Bradley as Giles Ralston
Richard Leeming as Christopher Wren
Rekha John-Cheriyan as Mrs Boyle
Owen Oakeshott as Major Metcalf
Grace Darling as Miss Casewell
Alasdair Buchan as Mr Paravicini
Daniel Rainford as Detective Sgt. Trotter
Liv Koplick, Clive Marlowe, Richard Parnwell, Ben Riddle, and Cathryn Sherman round out the ensemble cast.
The Mousetrap Continues to Delight Audiences
The Mousetrap continues to run at St Martin’s Theatre, with tickets now available for performances through spring 2026. The production is produced by Fenty, directed by Philip Franks, and the artistic director is Denise Silvey.
