Witness For The Prosecution
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A courtroom scene with a barrister speaking, a judge seated, and witnesses observing.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A person in a grey suit and red tie speaks at a wooden lectern, while a judge listens.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
Three people in formal attire perform a dramatic scene in a courtroom setting, with wooden benches visible.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A person in a dark outfit gestures while speaking at a courtroom, with judges and lawyers present.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A person in a black outfit and beret stands confidently, while another gestures, seated nearby.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
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The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A dramatic scene from "Witness For The Prosecution," featuring actors in fog, with a noose visible.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A person in a black outfit and beret stands at a wooden lectern, addressing two others seated in court.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A person in a suit gestures dramatically at a wooden bench while another stands behind.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.
A judge in traditional robes and wig sits at a wooden desk, looking thoughtfully ahead in a courtroom.
The company of Witness For The Prosecution. Photo by Pamela Raith.

Witness For The Prosecution
Tickets From £19

Venue

London County Hall

Book for Oct 2026 – April 2027

You have been summoned for jury service!

Now in its ninth year, Witness For The Prosecution has captured the imagination of thousands; enthralled by the case of Leonard Vole.

Accused of murdering a widow to inherit her wealth, will Leonard survive the sensational witness testimony? Will he be able to convince the jury, and you, of his innocence and escape the hangman’s noose?

The audience are thrillingly placed in the thick of the action, as Agatha Christie’s story of justice, passion and betrayal unfolds around them. The twists and turns of the case are played out in a spectacular courtroom setting, as prosecution battles defence, and witnesses take to the stand to give their shocking testimonies.

 Don’t miss this landmark stage production on London’s South Bank!

Booking Until

25/04/2027

Running Time

2h15, inc. interval

Genre

Drama, Plays

Age & Content

10+ | Parental guidance advised. Children under 5 will not be permitted entry. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and seated next to a ticket holder who is at least 18 years old. All children must have their own ticket, and as with all audience members, may be asked to leave if they are causing disruption to actors and other audience members.

Please Note:
  • Content warnings: A cigarette is smoked. No gunshots. Haze is used in several scenes to enhance lighting effects, but is not heavy. There is one short scene involving a character imagining that he will be hanged, which could disturb very young visitors, but this is at the opening of the show & quickly passes.

Cast:

Vanessa Sampson as

Stenographer

Kai Antoine as

Sergeant Randall/Court Officer 1

Mark Huckett as

Carter/Dr Wyatt

Joe Anthony as

Court Officer 2

Michael Mears as

Mr Myers Q.C.

Tamsin Heatley as

Janet Mackenzie

Ruchi Rai as

Greta/Miss Clegg

Meimei Young as

The Woman

Paul Westwood as

Inspector Hearne

Eleanor Sutton as

Romaine Vole

Simon Cotton as

Sir Wilfrid Robarts Q.C.

Martin Edwards as

Judge's Clerk

Andrew Bloomer as

Warder

Owen Warner as

Leonard Vole

David Whitworth as

Mr Justice Wainwright

Matthew White as

Mr Mayhew

Oliver Hatfield as

Clerk of the Court

Matthew Hebden as

Solicitor

Creative:

Author -

Agatha Christie

Director -

Lucy Bailey

Designer -

William Dudley

Lighting Designer -

Chris Davey

Sound Designer -

Mic Pool

Casting Director -

Ellie Collyer-Bristow CDG

Associate Director -

Josh Mathieson

Assistant Director -

Rosa Crompton

Associate Costume Designer -

Joan Hughes

Producer -

Eleanor Lloyd Productions

Producer -

Rebecca Stafford Productions

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