The tour will open at Richmond Theatre on 24th October and will visit venues including The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford, Nottingham Theatre Royal and Birmingham’s Alexandra Theatre. You can see the full list here. 

Writer of the original story, Caroline Graham said: “It’s fast paced and witty, and has everything an audience wants: bizarre murders and a beautiful setting. I am delighted to be a part of it and to see The Killings at Badger’s Drift on the stage.”

About the show: what’s the story?

When well-loved spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy Bellringer refuses to accept it was an accident. DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering a world of hidden passions, long-buried secrets and deadly rivalries.

With eccentric villagers, twists and a big reveal, The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a classic whodunit and is said to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

It’s a production that is described as bringing to life the wit, charm and chilling suspense of the beloved television series and original series of books.

The murder mystery television series, set in the idyllic Midsomer county, originally aired on TV in 1997. The show is in its 24th season on ITV.

John Nettles, the original Inspector Barnaby for the television series said: “Such anticipation! I’m thrilled to hear that the exploits of those in Midsomer’s Badger’s Drift are being brought to the stage. How exciting!”

Directed by Guy Unsworth, with design by David Woodhead, lighting design by Matt Haskins, sound design by Ella Wahlström and casting by Ginny Schiller, Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift is scheduled to tour through to April 2026, closing at the Curve Theatre, Leicester. Casting is yet to be announced