London’s long-running courtroom drama Witness for the Prosecution is set to continue its impressive run at London County Hall, with producers Eleanor Lloyd and Rebecca Stafford announcing a new cast and an extended booking period until 26 April 2026. The production, now in its eighth year, continues to captivate audiences with its immersive staging and gripping legal twists.
The thirteenth cast for the production will see Harry Chandler (Les Misérables) take on the role of the accused Leonard Vole, alongside Charlotte Beaumont (Broadchurch) as Romaine Vole. Jonathan Firth (And Then There Were None) returns as Sir Wilfrid Robarts QC, while Nigel Hastings (And Then Come the Night Jars) joins as Mr Mayhew. Jeffery Kissoon (Shakespeare in The Abbey) reprises his role as Justice Wainwright, with David Birrell (1984) playing Mr Myers QC.
The new cast begin performances on Tuesday 18 March 2025.
Meet the 13th Cast
First published in 1925 under the title Traitor Hands, Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution marks its centenary this year. The stage production, which premiered at London County Hall in 2017, has continued to draw sold-out audiences, cementing its place as a must-see theatrical event. An animated map has also been created to highlight key London locations featured in Christie’s iconic story.
The company is rounded out by Charles Angiama, Caroline Gruber, Matthew Hebden, Phoenix Henries, Harrison Hirst, Gillian McCafferty, Sky Bailey McGill, Anna Rawlings, Jack Spencer, Dale Superville, Paulo Vieira, and Christopher Wright.
Directed by Lucy Bailey (And Then There Were None), the production places audiences directly within the trial, with the historic London County Hall transformed into a courtroom setting. The creative team includes designer William Dudley, lighting designer Chris Davey, sound designer Mic Pool, and casting director Ellie Collyer-Bristow CDG.
Since its debut, Witness for the Prosecution has garnered critical acclaim and was nominated for Best Revival at both the 2018 Olivier and WhatsOnStage Awards. The immersive experience, which features a VIP Jury Ticket allowing audience members to sit within the trial, has become a unique draw for theatre lovers.
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Witness for the Prosecution is booking until 26 April 2026 at London County Hall.
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