Witness for the Prosecution 1954

Ages: 10+
Opened: December 16, 1954

Witness for the Prosecution - 1954 - Broadway History , Info & More

Henry Miller's Theatre
124 West 43rd St. New York, NY

Leonard Vole is accused of murdering a widow to inherit her wealth. The stakes are high - will Leonard survive the shocking witness testimony, will he be able to convince the jury, and you of his innocence and escape the hangman’s noose? Generally regarded as one of Christie’s most accomplished plays, this suspenseful thriller keeps audiences guessing until the very end.



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Desert Stages Theatre Presents Agatha Christie's SPIDER'S WEB
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021


Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre presents Agatha Christie's SPIDER'S WEB on the DST Mainstage.  Come be part of the fun as the Queen of Mystery pokes fun at the genre that made her famous. 

Oil Lamp Theater Presents MURDER ON THE NILE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2019


Executive and Artistic Director, Keith Gerth and Associate Artistic Director, Stephen Smith of the Oil Lamp Theater in Glenview announce their next production, the gripping thriller Murder on the Nile by Agatha Christie. This tale of mystery and suspense is directed by Oil Lamp's Executive and Artistic Director Keith Gerth and will be performed from September 26th through November 10th 2019 at 1723 Glenview Road in Glenview. 

Finborough Theatre Presents the European Premiere Of a One Woman Play On Religious Cults
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2018


The European premiere of Gracie by multi-award-winning Canadian playwright Joan MacLeod plays at the Finborough Theatre for nine Sunday and Monday evenings and Tuesday matinees from Sunday, 29 April 2018 (Press Night: Monday, 30 April 2018 at 7.30pm).

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by Sarah Vander Schaaff - Jul 13, 2017


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McCarter Theatre Center Adds Two Shows to Starry MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2017


McCarter Theatre Center has announced two added performances of Ken Ludwig's adaptation of Agatha Christie's mystery masterpiece, Murder on the Orient Express, running March 14 - April 2, 2017. Additional performances are scheduled for March 22 and 29 at 7:30 p.m.

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by BWW News Desk - Nov 25, 2016


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by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2016


The most popular show in Cleveland Play House history is back just in time for the holidays! A Christmas Story will once again delight Cleveland audiences with its nostalgic tale of little Ralphie Parker and his ultimate Christmas wish.

Erika Amato, Tom Byrn and Mike Newman to Lead BIOGRAPHY at East Lynne Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2016


The award-winning East Lynne Theater Company of Cape May, NJ has announced complete casting for S. N. Behrman's effervescent 1932 comedy, Biography.

Erika Amato, Tom Byrn and Mike Newman to Lead BIOGRAPHY at East Lynne Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2016


The award-winning East Lynne Theater Company of Cape May, NJ has announced complete casting for S. N. Behrman's effervescent 1932 comedy, Biography.

THE MOUSETRAP Up Next at McCarter Theatre Center
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 1, 2016


Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap is a master class in murder/mystery. Called "The cleverest murder mystery of British theatre" by The Daily Telegraph, the world's longest-running play (currently in its 64rd season on the West End) contains all the trimmings and trappings of the perfect stage thriller.

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by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2014


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by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2014


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by Tyler Peterson - Nov 3, 2014


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Northlight Theatre to Present THE MOUSETRAP, 11/7-12/14
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 8, 2014


Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie, directed by Jonathan Berry. The production will run at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie, from November 7 - December 14, 2014. The press opening is Friday, November 14, 2014 at 7:30 pm.

20 Super Fans Coming to TCM as Guest Programmers This April
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 3, 2014


Turner Classic Movies (TCM) has invited 20 super fans to help introduce their favorite movies on-air this April in celebration of TCM's 20th anniversary as a leading authority in classic film.

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by Kelsey Denette - Feb 5, 2013


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The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial: Incredibly Guilty
by Michael Dale - May 22, 2006


With the spectacular exception of Zeljko Ivanek's supporting performance, this tensionless mounting displays all the depth and character work of a first rehearsal read-through

Witness for the Prosecution FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Witness for the Prosecution have there been?
Witness for the Prosecution has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1954 and West End which opened in 2021.
What awards has Witness for the Prosecution been nominated for?
Witness for the Prosecution, written by Agatha Christie, has been nominated for the Best Foreign Play award at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.
What awards has Witness for the Prosecution won?
Witness for the Prosecution has won the Best Foreign Play award at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Agatha Christie.

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