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  • Venue Charing Cross Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 13 September 2025
  • Running time Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 10+

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Based on the classic detective novel by Josephine Tey, ranked No. 1 on the British Crime Writers’ Association Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time, The Daughter of Time is a thrilling new play that mixes history, myth, comic disasters and irresistible romance.

Set in London in 1950, Inspector Alan Grant is laid up in hospital, and decides to investigate the alleged crimes of Richard III and the murder of the Princes in the Tower as a “cold case file.”

What begins as a distraction becomes an urgent mission, as Grant tangles with two scheming Shakespearean actors, a couple of opinionated nurses, his own sceptical deputy, and a lovesick young American historical researcher to solve his case. And along the way, he might just solve the mystery of his own heart.

The talented cast is led by Rob Pomfret (The Mousetrap) as Inspector Alan Grant, and Rachel Pickup (The Gilded Age) as Marta Hallard.

Written by M. Kilburg Reedy and directed by Jenny Eastop, don’t miss this unique and fascinating murder mystery thriller.

The Daughter of Time is playing at Charing Cross Theatre in London from 18 July to 13 September 2025.

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Rob Pomfret | Actor – Profile, Credits & News
Rob Pomfret | Actor – Profile, Credits & News
Rachel Pickup | Actor – Profile, Credits & News
Rachel Pickup | Actor – Profile, Credits & News

Who is in the cast of The Daughter of Time?

  • Rob Pomfret as Inspector Alan Grant
  • Rachel Pickup as Marta Hallard
  • Noah Huntley as Nigel Templeton
  • Harrison Sharpe as Brent Carradine
  • Hafsa Abbasi as Nurse Ingham
  • Janna Fox as Nurse Darroll
  • Sanya Adegbola as Sergeant Williams
  • Henry Douthwaite is an understudy for Grant and Templeton
  • Sophie Doyle is ensemble and understudy for the nurses
  • Gregor Roach is ensemble and understudy for Carradine and Williams

Who are the creative team of The Daughter of Time?

  • Based on the novel by Josephine Tey
  • Written by M. Kilburg Reedy
  • Directed by Jenny Eastop
  • Set and Costume Designer: Bob Sterrett
  • Lighting Designer: Oliver McNally
  • Composer: Haddon Kime
  • Sound Designer: Andrew Johnson
  • Hair, Wigs, and Makeup: Diana Estrada Hudson
  • Casting: Neil Rutherford
  • Production Manager: James Anderton
  • Produced by Excelsior Entertainment, Mercurius Theatre, and Steven M. Levy for Charing Cross Theatre Productions Limited.

Venue Information

Charing Cross Theatre , The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL

Nearest Tube or Train: Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line)

Nearest Buses: (Strand) 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139, 176

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Critics' reviews of The Daughter of Time

★★★★ "A compelling and unusual story" - What's On Stage

★★★★ "A history lesson woven into a detective story with a twist of humour is an irresistible combination – see it while you can" - West End Best Friend

★★★★ "An enjoyable and entertaining evening" - Everything Theatre

Frequently Asked Questions

The Daughter of Time is playing at the Charing Cross Theatre in London
The running time of The Daughter of Time is Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for The Daughter of Time are: 10+
Yes, The Daughter of Time has matinee performances on the following days: Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
No, sorry, The Daughter of Time has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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