The Curious Incident of the Dog in The Night-Time

Sat 5 Sep–Sat 19 Sep 2026

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An incredible rollercoaster of a tale”
The Guardian, on the novel

This Century’s Most Popular Murder Mystery

The internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers is coming in a brand-new staging more thrilling than ever.

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, she finds herself under suspicion. Determined to prove her innocence, Chris becomes both detective and suspect, drawn into a mystery that grows darker and more complex with every clue she uncovers.

What begins as the search for a culprit soon reveals secrets closer to home, forcing her to confront truths that will test her courage, her family, and her understanding of trust, independence, and the wider world.

Starring Joe McFadden (The Shawshank Redemption – UK Tour; 2:22 A Ghost Story – Gielgud Theatre; Strictly Come Dancing winner 2017) and EastEnders favourite Charlie Brooks (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang – UK Tour; Ocean at the End of the Lane – National Theatre) as Chris’ parents – Ed and Judy.

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.

Venue

Presented by

Birmingham Rep and Melting Pot

Based on the novel by

Mark Haddon

Adapted by

Simon Stephens

Directed by

Ned Bennett

Set & Costume Design by

Eleanor Bull

Price

From £20
Ticket prices above £13 include a £1 restoration levy (excludes schools’ tickets)

A transaction fee of £3.50 applies on all payment types.

Special Offers

Aged 16 to 25 Discounted tickets are available for this production for registered 16-25 members for performances on Tue 8 & Wed 9 Sep. T&Cs apply – Find Out More

Teens Go Free: Receive one complimentary young persons ticket (13-19 years) when you book one standard ticket for the performance on Tue 8 Sep.
To apply, select a full price ticket and free teen ticket once you have selected your seats. T&Cs apply – Find Out More

Multi-Buy: Save 10% when you book 3 or more productions in one transaction.

Max 2 discounted tickets per customer, and must be booked for three different productions. Some productions excluded. T&Cs apply – Find Out More

Rep Friends

Bronze Friends: Save 10% per production, or 20% when booking 3 or more productions in the same transaction, with no transaction fees.
Gold/Silver Friends & Rep Patrons: Save 15% per production, or 25% when booking 3 or more productions in the same transaction, with no transaction fees.

Max 4 discounted tickets per friend. Multi-buy must be booked for three different productions. Some productions excluded T&Cs apply – Find Out More

Access Performances

Audio Described: Sat 19 Sep 2.30pm (described by Carolyn Smith)
A Free Touch Tour is available to book at 1pm before the Audio Described performance.

BSL Interpreted: Sat 19 Sep 2.30pm (interpreted by Harjit Jagdev)

Captioned: Fri 18 Sep 2.30pm & 7.30pm (captioned by Cara Lawless)

All performances are Chilled

Running Time

Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes including an interval

Age Guidance

13+

Please note, no under 5s will be admitted into the auditorium.

Content Advice

The story contains sensitive content including ableism, domestic violence, discussion of death, grief, bereavement and suicide. The production will contain strong language alongside depictions of vomiting, violence and incontinence. There will also be references to autism, stimming, emotional distress and overstimulation.

There will be some use of flashing lights, loud sound effects and heightened sensory moments.