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Experience the world premiere stage adaptation of P.D. James’s Death Comes to Pemberley, starring EastEnders star James Bye as the iconic Mr. Darcy.

This thrilling new production premieres at The Mill at Sonning from 1 May to 28 June before embarking on a nationwide tour. Book Death Comes to Pemberley tickets today.

Step into the world of Pride and Prejudice like never before, as Jane Austen’s timeless romance collides with a gripping murder mystery in this masterful adaptation from the ‘Queen of Crime’ P.D. James.

Six years after Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy’s happy ending, their tranquil life at Pemberley is shattered. Elizabeth’s sister Lydia arrives unannounced—distraught, breathless, and bearing shocking news: a man has been murdered in the woods, and suspicion falls on her husband, the infamous George Wickham. As tensions rise and dark secrets emerge, the Darcy family is drawn into a web of suspicion and betrayal, where no one is beyond doubt.

A hugely talented cast includes Casualty’s Jamie-Rose Duke as Elizabeth Darcy, and EastEnders star James Bye as Mr Darcy, with Todd Boyce (Stephen in Coronation Street) as Selwyn Hardcastle, and Sam Woodhams (Mickey 7, Parasite) as George Wickham.

From the acclaimed team behind stage hits The Girl on the Train and The Da Vinci Code, Death Comes to Pemberley is a spellbinding theatrical event brimming with romance, intrigue, and suspense. A must-see whodunit that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Book your tickets now.

Six years after Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy’s happy union, their idyllic life at Pemberley is shattered when Elizabeth’s sister Lydia bursts in with shocking news: a man has been murdered in the woods, and suspicion falls on her husband, the notorious George Wickham. As the investigation unfolds, dark secrets emerge, tensions rise, and loyalties are tested, casting doubt on everyone’s innocence.

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Who is in the cast of Death Comes to Pemberley?

Starring James Bye as Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, Jamie-Rose Duke as Elizabeth Darcy, Celia Cruwys-Finnigan as Georgiana Darcy, Sean Rigby as Colonel Fitzwilliam, Sam Woodhams as George Wickham / Will Bidwell, David Osmond as Henry Alveston, Paul Jerricho as Mr. Bidwell / Dr. McFee / George Pratt / Judge, Mogali Masuku as Lydia Wickham / Louisa Bidwell, Todd Boyce as Selwyn Hardcastle, Lin Blakely as Lady Catherine / Mrs Bidwell, and Louise Faulkner as Joan / Mrs Younge / Mrs Pigott

Who are the creative team of Death Comes to Pemberley?

  • Based on the novel by PD James
  • Adapted for the stage by Duncan Abel and Rachel Wagstaff​
  • Directed by Joe Harmston​
  • Set design by Sean Cavanagh
  • Costume and hair design by Natalie Titchener
  • Lighting design by Mike Robertson
  • Musical direction by David Osmond
  • Casting by Kate Plantin
  • Production manager (Mill at Sonning) Joan Farnese
  • Production manager (UK tour) Nick May

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Critics' reviews of Death Comes to Pemberley

★★★★ "Charming" - West End Best Friend

● "There’s no shortage of period atmosphere in Duncan Abel and Rachel Wagstaff’s adaptation" - The Times

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