“Critics' Pick” -Star Tribune

“Highlight of 2022” -Play Off the Page

“Playwright Kate Danley has done a superb job of bringing the world premiere of this adaptation to the stage at Theatre in the Round.”
-Mary Aalgaard, Play off the Page

"Not only is this the Best Agatha Christie adaptation I’ve seen at Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) it’s also among their best productions period...This World Premiere adaptation by Kate Danley is the perfect little whodunnit and sure to please mystery fans." -Rob Dunkelberger, The Stages of MN

“Theatre in the Round's world premiere adaptation of The Mysterious Affair at Styles is an excellent choice that will keep you guessing until the thrilling end.” -Cherry and Spoon

“Danley’s adaptation remains faithful to the original novel while skillfully modernizing the dialogue and pacing for contemporary audiences. The updated cadence allows the story to move briskly without losing its early twentieth century atmosphere or charm. The regular fourth wall breaks add an especially playful touch, creating moments where the audience feels personally invited into the mystery. These moments enhance the humor and warmth of the production while preserving the intrigue at the heart of Christie’s story.”
-Shoreline Area News

“RECOMMENDED! For those that love murder mysteries, you’ll have a ball.”
-Eclectic Arts WA

“Local playwright Kate Danley is to be commended for her fresh adaptation of Christie’s novel…It carries all the essential elements of Christie’s story, presenting a crystal-clear narrative rife with humor and infused with English charm.”
- Karen Bennett Herr, Edmonds Beacon

“The production showcases Agatha Christie’s signature use of red herrings and misdirection, keeping audiences guessing until the very end.”
-Nahline Gouin, My Edmonds News

 The Mysterious Affair at Styles

This faithful, new adaptation of Agatha Christie's novel THE MYSTERIOUS AFFAIR AT STYLES introduces audiences to the first mystery of Hercule Poirot.

The year is 1916 and, injured in WWI, Hastings finds himself convalescing at the manor of his old friend, John Cavendish. But when John's mother is poisoned in the middle of the night, everyone becomes a suspect. The only person who can solve the crime is none other than the famed Belgium detective, Hercule Poirot.

Agatha Christie's gifts of misdirection are on full display as red herrings, twists, and turns lead the audience on a dizzying journey to find out whodunnit.

Available for licensing in the United States.

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BRIAN T. SHERMAN
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Kate Danley adaptations are stories with heart. As a fan herself, her Agatha Christie plays are deeply researched love letters to the original works and written in service to fans and newcomers alike. She is committed to staying true to the author’s original intent, delivering the “why,” not just the “what.” See why all her adaptation runs have sold-out!