Full Cast Announced for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Alongside our co-producers Melting Pot, we’re thrilled to announce the full casting for our brand-new stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the multi-million-selling, internationally acclaimed novel.
In our adaptation of this century’s most popular murder mystery, the role of ‘Chris Boone‘ will be played by Alex Keenan and alternated by Imi Price. Keenan and Price will be the first women to portray Chris Boone, bringing a fresh perspective to one of contemporary theatre’s most iconic characters while still honouring the heart of the original story.
Keenan and Price will join the previously announced EastEnders’ favourite Charlie Brooks (best known for her long-running role as Janine Butcher in the soap) and theatre credits including The Ocean at the End of the Lane (National Theatre, UK Tour) and Joe McFadden (BBC’s The Crow Road and Holby City, ITV’s Heartbeat and 2017 Strictly Come Dancing winner) who play protagonist Chris’ parents, Ed and Judy.
The cast will be completed by Bridgette Amofah as Siobhan; Alex Murdoch as Mrs Alexander / Posh Woman / Voice One; Matthew Bulgo as Roger (Mr Shears) / Duty Sergeant / Voice Two / Mr Wise / Man Behind Counter / Drunk One; Jerone Marsh Reid as Mr Thompson / Man with Socks / London Policeman / Voice Three; Carla Garratt as Punk Girl / No. 40 / Voice Five / Information; Tom Clegg as Rev. Peters / Uncle Terry / Voice Four / Station Policeman / Station Guard; Robert Penny as Voice Seven and Sera Mustafa Mrs Gascoyne / Woman on Train / Shopkeeper / Police Officer One / Voice 6 completes the company – all of which will also perform as ‘Ensemble’.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will open here at The Rep from Sat 5 – Sat 19 Sep, ahead of a major UK tour and is adapted from Mark Haddon’s multi-million-selling novel by acclaimed Playwright Simon Stephens and will be directed by Ned Bennett. Joining them on the creative team will be the production’s Set & Costume Designer is Eleanor Bull; Lighting Designer, Laura Howard; Composer and Sound Designer, Giles Thomas; Video Designer, Hayley Egan; Movement Director, Jenni Jackson; Costume Supervisor, Izzy Pellow; Props Supervisor, Eve Hall; Casting Director, Abby Galvin, and the Associate Director is Anastasia Osei-Kuffour.
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Chris Boone is gifted with a brilliant mind for numbers but unsettled by the unpredictability of people and everyday life. When a neighbour’s dog is discovered killed, Chris comes under suspicion. Determined to prove their innocence, Chris becomes both detective and suspect, drawn into a mystery that grows darker and more complex with every clue uncovered.
What begins as the search for a culprit soon reveals secrets closer to home, forcing Chris to confront truths that will test their courage, family, and understanding of trust, independence, and the wider world.
Inventive, gripping, and moving, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time combines the intrigue of a whodunnit with a powerful coming-of-age story in an unforgettable theatrical event.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time premiered at the National Theatre in 2012 and immediately received widespread acclaim for its ground-breaking theatrical design and emotional storytelling. It remains one of the most successful and acclaimed British plays of the 21st century and has been seen globally by over 5 million people.