Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced at Wade James Theatre

Murder, Mystery, and Miss Marple!

Edmonds Driftwood Players is thrilled to announce their upcoming production of Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced to open their 68th Season. This adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie novel by Leslie Darbon will be running September 18-October 11, 2026, at the Wade James Theatre in downtown Edmonds.

A newspaper announcement sets the stage for murder: “A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October the thirteenth, at Little Paddocks – at six-thirty p.m.” When the occupants of Miss Blacklock’s Victorian home gather to discover what they initially believe to be a joke, the evening takes a turn when an unexpected visitor is killed.

What follows is a classic Christie puzzle of mixed motives, concealed identities, a second death and unexpected revelations. As a determined inspector works to unravel the case, the mystery becomes increasingly complicated. Fortunately, the astute Miss Marple is on hand to help uncover the truth.

With signature Christie twists and turns, intricate plot, and colorful characters, A Murder is Announced promises suspense, intrigue, and theatrical fun for mystery lovers and longtime fans of Agatha Christie alike.

WHEN: September 18-October 11, 2026 – Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. An additional 2pm matinee performance has been added on Saturday, 10/3. (16 total performances).

WHERE: Wade James Theatre, 950 Main Street, Edmonds.

TICKETS: $31 General Adults (ages 19-59); $28 Youth/Senior/Military. Available online at www.edmondsdriftwoodplayers.org or by phone at 425-774-9600. Discounted tickets for groups of 10+ people are also available.

Content Information: this production contains some mild adult themes and is best suited for ages teen+.

Approximate Run Time: this production is anticipated to be 2 hours, plus a 15-minute intermission.

A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf Samuel French. www.concordtheatricals.com

We would like to thank our Season Sponsors Rick Steves’ Europe, Humana, Edmonds Village Senior Living, and Koenig Financial Group for their support and commitment to the creative arts in Edmonds.