The Mousetrap 75th Anniversary UK Tour 2027: How to get tickets for iconic Agatha Christie play in Scotland - dates, cities and more
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The world’s longest running play will visit Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness in 2027 as part of its 75th anniversary UK tour.
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap will return to Scotland on tour next year as part of the play’s 75th anniversary celebrations.
First opened on stage in 1952, the iconic murder mystery is the longest running stage production in the world and continues to keep audiences guessing to this day.
With a new tour cast and stops planned for Inverness, Edinburgh and Glasgow, here’s what you need to know about The Mousetrap on tour in Scotland in 2027.
The Mousetrap 75th Anniversary Tour: Here’s when the Agatha Christie play will be in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness
As part of the 75th Anniversary Tour for Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, the play will take over three Scottish theatres next year.
The show will first run at Eden Court in Inverness from Tuesday, March 30 until Saturday, April 3 2027.
The Mousetrap will then be at Edinburgh Playhouse from Monday, April 5 until Saturday, April 10 2027.
The final set of shows in Scotland will be at King’s Theatre in Glasgow from Monday, April 12 until Saturday, April 17 2027.
The play will also visit cities including Manchester, Sheffield, Cardiff and more next year, with a full list of dates available on the official website.
What is The Mousetrap about?
The Mousetrap is a murder mystery play written by Agatha Christie, which first opened on the West End in 1952. Now celebrating its record-breaking 75th year, the show remains thrilling for audiences.
Here is the official synopsis: “A shocking murder rattles London. Far from the chaos, a remote country guesthouse welcomes seven strangers seeking refuge. But when a police sergeant battles through a deadly snowstorm with a warning no one expects, it becomes clear the threat is already within their walls.
“Every whisper hides a clue. Every story masks a lie. And as suspicion tightens its grip, one question chills the room: Who among them is capable of murder?
“Step into Monkswell Manor and solve the great British murder mystery that has kept the world guessing for generations.”
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The Mousetrap Tour Cast
For the 75th anniversary tour of The Mousetrap, the cast includes the likes of EastEnders actor Nicholas Bailey - best known as Anthony Trueman on the soap - alongside performers such as Susan Penhaligon, Emily Laing and more.
Here is the full tour cast for The Mousetrap:
- Emily Laing as Mollie Ralston
- Jack Hardwick as Giles Ralston
- Thomas Barrett as Christopher Wren
- Susan Penhaligon as Mrs Boyle
- Nicholas Bailey as Major Metcalf
- Clare Duffy as Miss Casewell
- James Peake as Mr Paravicini
- Alfie Richards as Detective Sergeant Trotter
- Ben Gresswell as Understudy DS Trotter / Christopher Wren / Giles Ralston
- Sophie Lagden as Understudy Mollie Ralston / Miss Casewell
- Judith Rae as Understudy Mrs Boyle
- Darren Ruston as Understudy Major Metcalf / Mr Paravicini
How long is The Mousetrap play?
Each performance of The Mousetrap is around 2 hours and 5 minutes long, including intervals.
Where can I get The Mousetrap tickets?
Tickets for Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap can be purchased directly from each theatre, and find out more on the play’s website.
What are the showtimes?
While The Mousetrap is on tour, there will be daily performances at 7.30pm each evening with be matinee performances every Saturday.
Those looking to see the show in either Edinburgh or Glasgow will also be able to catch matinee performances on Wednesdays at 2.30pm, while in Inverness the additional matinee show will be on Friday.
Are there any age restrictions?
Yes, The Mousetrap is recommended for children aged 7 or older. Anyone attending a performance of the play who is younger than 16 must be seated beside an adult who is over 18.
In addition, no children under 3 will be permitted inside the venue.
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