Maria Aitken News

Robert Portal makes a welcome return to the role of Richard Hannay in Patrick Barlow's adaptation of The 39 Steps, directed by Maria Aitken, currently in its third year at the Criterion Theatre. On Monday 2 February he joined the current cast members Tessa Churchard, Alan Perrin and Nigel Betts in this hilarious 100 minute whodunnit. Robert Portal first played Hannay from April to October 2007. Since that time the production has enjoyed incredible UK and international success and he returns to a role which is currently played by 14 actors in as many countries across the world.

We are giving away 2 pairs of tickets to THE 39 STEPS, the winner of two Tony Awards, the Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatrical Experience and the 2007 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, is adapted by Patrick Barlow and directed by Maria Aitken. The production is based on an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon and on the book by John Buchan.

Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS starts its second year on Broadway in a new home and with a new Hannay. Sean Mahon will join the Tony Award-winning quick-change comedy as Richard Hannay on Wednesday, January 21, when the production moves to the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street). Sam Robards will play his final performance as Richard Hannay on January 4 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street).

'Good Morning America NOW' went behind-the-scenes at Broadway's THE 39 STEPS on this morning's broadcast. In the taped segment, 'Good Morning America NOW' took a look at the Tony Award-winning quick-change comedy version of the 1935 Hitchcock film classic, interviewing cast members Arnie Burton and Jeffrey Kuhn and showing some of the organized chaos backstage during the running of a typical performance.

Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS starts its second year on Broadway in a new home and with a new Hannay. Sean Mahon will join the Tony Award-winning quick-change comedy as Richard Hannay on Wednesday, January 21, when the production moves to the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street).

Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS starts its second year on Broadway in a new home and with a new Hannay. Sean Mahon will join the Tony Award-winning quick-change comedy as Richard Hannay on Wednesday, January 21, when the production moves to the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street). Sam Robards will play his final performance as Richard Hannay on January 4 at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street).

Jeffrey Kuhn and Francesca Faridany joined the cast of Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS on Tuesday, October 28.

Broadway's THE 39 STEPS, the Tony Award-winning quick change comedy, will welcome Halloween next Friday, October 31, with a special ticket offer and the Hitchcock-themed '39 Shrieks Halloween Costume Contest'. THE 39 STEPS is currently playing at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues).

Tessa Churchard has joined the cast of West End's THE 39 STEPS as Annabella Schmidt, Pamela and Margaret.

Jeffrey Kuhn and Francesca Faridany will join the cast of Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS on Tuesday, October 28. Kuhn will play the role of Man #1 and Faridany will play the roles of Annabella Schmidt, Margaret and Pamela. Current cast members Jennifer Ferrin and Cliff Saunders will play their final performances on Sunday, October 26. THE 39 STEPS, the winner of two Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awards and the 2007 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, is playing at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues).

Broadway's THE 39 STEPS, the Tony Award-winning quick change comedy, will welcome Halloween next Friday, October 31, with a special ticket offer and the Hitchcock-themed '39 Shrieks Halloween Costume Contest'. THE 39 STEPS is currently playing at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues).

Patrick Barlow's adaptation of The 39 Steps, directed by Maria Aitken, will celebrate its second birthday this month as over 140,000 tickets are released for a new booking period, until 6 September 2009. On 13 October 2008 Tessa Churchard will join current cast members Jo Stone-Fewings, Alan Perrin and Nigel Betts at the Criterion Theatre to play the three female roles - Annabella Schmidt, Pamela and Margaret - in this hilarious 100 minute whodunnit.

Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS will launch its second year on Broadway in a new home at the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street), starting on Tuesday, January 20. THE 39 STEPS will play through Sunday, January 11 at its current home, the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street).

Arnie Burton, one of the stars of Broadway's THE 39 STEPS, was a guest on today's edition of 'The Leonard Lopate Show' on WNYC Radio.

'Good Morning America' will go behind-the-scenes at Broadway's THE 39 STEPS on Friday, October 3, in a segment running nationally between 8:30 - 9:00 AM. In the New York area, 'Good Morning America' airs on WABC-TV, Channel 7. Check local listings.

On Tuesday September 23rd, 2008 the 'First Annual Hitchcock Look-a-Like Contest' took place on stage at the Cort Theatre, home of 'The 39 Steps'. The event was part of the month long celebration of Hitchcock Month.

The men of Broadway's THE 39 STEPS - Artie Burton, Sam Robards and Cliff Saunders - will appear at Borders Columbus Circle on Monday, September 22 at 6:00 PM, as the celebrations for Hitchcock Month continue throughout September. Borders is located at 10 Columbus Circle in Shops at Columbus Circle in the Time Warner Center.

Create an original film short that is based on a Hitchcock film or scene and spin it into a satire. The TOP TEN videos will be placed on The 39 Steps website and judged on originality, creativity, clear connection to Hitchcock and humor by our talented panel of judges.

Jeffrey Kuhn and Francesca Faridany will join the cast of Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS on Tuesday, October 28. Kuhn will play the role of Man #1 and Faridany will play the roles of Annabella Schmidt, Margaret and Pamela. Current cast members Jennifer Ferrin and Cliff Saunders will play their final performances on Sunday, October 26. THE 39 STEPS, the winner of two Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awards and the 2007 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, is playing at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues).

Patrick Barlow's adaptation of The 39 Steps, directed by Maria Aitken, will celebrate its second birthday this month as over 140,000 tickets are released for a new booking period, until 6 September 2009.