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- Booking until: Saturday, 1 March 2025
- Running time: 2 hours 20 minutes including a 20 minute interval
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The Mousetrap, a classic tale of mystery, drama and crime
It’s a murder mystery that’s been thrilling theatre audiences for sixty years or so and it’s as popular as ever. More than ten million of us have thrilled to Agatha Christie’s classic tale since it opened in the late ‘50s and it’s just as gripping as ever. Expect a perfect balance between poignant moments and comic relief, with totally convincing stage sets.
The Mousetrap – The story
It’s winter. Five guests turn up at a rural hotel and are soon completely snowed in. A policeman turns up to warn the guests there’s a murderer on the run in the area. The guests are investigated one by one and a trap is eventually laid to reveal the murderer.
The Mousetrap – Delighting audiences on stage since 1957
The best thing about The Mousetrap is the fact that nobody who has seen the show reveals the killer – an amazing feat after almost sixty years on stage - so unless you see it yourself, you’ll never find out!
This superb vintage whodunnit comes from the pen of world famous mystery writer Agatha Christie and it’s jam packed with thrills and spills. It’s a musical that consciously avoids big name actors to keep the show fresh, and one cast member managed to notch up more than 4,500 performances.
The recorded voice of Deryck Guyler, the show’s radio bulletin announcer, is the same voice that graced the first ever showing. Despite the story’s age and fame, you’ll have a fantastic time trying to unravel the plot as the suspense holds the audience in a tight grasp from start to finish. The mysterious hotel is portrayed vividly on stage and is guaranteed to have you sitting on the edge of your seat as the intrigue unfolds.
Entertaining ten million theatre goers so far…and counting!
Agatha Christie never imagined The Mousetrap would last so long on the stage. She predicted it would be over in eight months. It’s strange to realise that Winston Churchill was Prime Minister when the show first took to the stage, and today it’s the longest-running show in British theatre, a classic that just keeps on giving. Oddly enough, the show never migrated to the silver screen and there’s no Mousetrap the movie. Why? The producers are determined to preserve the mystery and keep the story exclusively for theatre audiences.
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Mousetrap Ticket Information
- Booking until:
Saturday, 1 March 2025
- Running time:
2 hours 20 minutes including a 20 minute interval
- Age restrictions
Recommended age: 7+. Children under school age will not be permitted entry. Under 16yo must be accompanied by an adult. All children must have their own ticket.
- Important Information
We recommend patrons arrive at least 15 minutes in advance of the show start time.
Please note that the theatre are no longer accepting bags into the theatre cloakrooms.
St Martins Theatre will continue to carry out bag searches and accept there may be some delays to patrons, please be aware that your bags will need to be checked before being seated.
Recommended for ages 12 and over.
- Cancellations & Refunds
Once booked, tickets to Mousetrap are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.
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Latest customer reviews
Loved it, great acting and would watch it again!
Reviewed on 16 March 2024 by Manmeet, Hounslow, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 15 March 2024 by Katherine, Ashtead, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 01 March 2024 by Shirley, Canterbury, United Kingdom
Brilliant show, funny, interesting and excellent twist. I would go again and I know who done it!!!
Reviewed on 26 February 2024 by Ben, Weybridge, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 25 February 2024 by Pamela, Lostwithiel, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 24 February 2024 by Gobi, Barnet, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 19 February 2024 by Markus, Espoo, Finland
The show was great
Reviewed on 14 February 2024 by Sally, New Malden, United Kingdom
Storyline was expectedly not original and needed better character development to bring some excitement and originality to it. Failed on both counts. The main character was excellent, the rest struggled to make an impact. The situation development was good but then the directorial effort lacked the slick uncovering of the "who dunnit"
Reviewed on 14 February 2024 by Deepak, New Malden, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 28 January 2024 by Sarah, Beckley, United Kingdom
Agatha christie fans would love it.
Reviewed on 24 January 2024 by Aj, Sunbury-on-thames, United Kingdom
Thoroughly enjoyed the whole event, fantastic old theatre, good acting and fun comedic moments. Well thought out plot by Agatha Christie. If you like Agatha Christie, you can’t help enjoying the play. I’m now a ‘partner in crime’ 😊.
Reviewed on 21 January 2024 by Dawn, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Play been running for manyyears. Some voice projection could have been better - lead turned back on audience several times making it harder to hear Expensive
Reviewed on 19 January 2024 by Elaine, Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
This show is one I would definitely recommend, I loved the old fashioned setting and the character development through the story. It had a great plot with humour and fun weaved throughout to keep you engaged. It's a long one though so make sure you wear something comfortable! Seats are quite small and uncomfortable with little leg room and not great for tall people so that's the only thing which stopped it getting 5* from me!
Reviewed on 17 January 2024 by Alice, Hoddesdon, United Kingdom
I felt asleep
Reviewed on 31 December 2023 by Anastasia, Chalandri, Greece
I loved Agatha Christie's crime tale, I found in it both mistery and comedy, exactly what I was expecting. My friends and I were completely satisfied. We felt the rithm of a comedy and the mistery of a famous crime story. It's funny and gripping at the same time. We enjoyed it very much.
Reviewed on 27 December 2023 by Mara, Fiumicello Villa Vicentina, Italy
Reviewed on 17 December 2023 by Eilidh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Have been wanting to see this for 40 years. Unfortunately we had tickets for the first night that the theatres were shut down due to Covid!! Have just got around to rebooking and had a great time. It was not quite what I expected - I thought it would be entirely serious but it had some laughs which made it feel a bit more like farce than a straight play. Great plot, though and a thoroughly enjoyable evening.
Reviewed on 13 December 2023 by Carolyn, St Albans, United Kingdom
Fabulous acting and a gripping story! Very humorous too! Loved it!
Reviewed on 09 December 2023 by Natalie, Dromara, United Kingdom
Thoroughly enjoyed the show but the seats in the Upper Circle are awful, due to their shape, they are extremely uncomfortable
Reviewed on 07 December 2023 by Jane, Newport, United Kingdom
We booked these tickets as a last minute show during our trip to London, and it was one of the best things we did while we were here!! The theatre itself was lovely and the staff could not have b more been more helpful. Our seats were amazing and I would say that you would have a great view from anywhere in the theatre as it is a small and intimate setting. The show was INCREDIBLE !! The acting, the set, music and costumes were all amazing! It really got you thinking and we all tried to solve the mystery!! I would recommend this show and theatre to everyone. I will definitely be back to this theatre if I get the opportunity!
Reviewed on 05 December 2023 by Lucy, Cove Bay, United Kingdom
Brilliant evenings entertainment. Organised and produced well.
Reviewed on 27 November 2023 by Trevor, Craigavon, United Kingdom
It's the Mousetrap, longest running show on west end. You should go see it.
Reviewed on 19 November 2023 by Tove, Stockholm, Sweden
Easy to see why this is the longest running show- thoroughly enjoyed the performance. Will recommend it to friends and family who are visiting London. Great last minute thing to do on a Thursday afternoon.
Reviewed on 09 November 2023 by Hilary, Kilkeel, United Kingdom
Waited a long time to see this - worth the wait! If you like Christie, period pieces, real theatre on a real stage - then this is for you!
Reviewed on 08 November 2023 by Angela, Kesgrave, United Kingdom
Lots of shouting and running, lack of atmosphere of old English Manor House. The two actors , the owner of the Manor and the Sergeant very similar in looks and needed to check the costumes for recognition on occasion. Best acting from actors playing Mr Paravicini and Christopher Wren. Overall very enjoyable and memorable performance.
Reviewed on 11 October 2023 by Diana, Ruislip, Middx, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 03 October 2023 by Ioanna, London, United Kingdom
Instead of the BIG BOLD and OVER THE TOP musical spectacular this was a treat. Good to get back to the basics of stagecraft without the clutter of singing, dancing, music, and over-the-top backdrops. A great time for all. The acoustics were a little weak so the sound system might be turned up as it was tough to hear at times.
Reviewed on 01 October 2023 by Gregg, Denver, United States Of America
Reviewed on 30 September 2023 by Josh, Petach Tikva, Israel
It’s understandable why this show has been running for the last 70 years. Keeps you guessing all the time. Cast was brilliant.
Reviewed on 29 September 2023 by Tracey, Rayleigh, United Kingdom
It was nice to see they kept with the time period the book was written in. Interesting, funny, a mystery for sure. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys Agatha Christie.
Reviewed on 24 September 2023 by Tricia, Kelowna, United Kingdom
Everything was wonderful with the show including the performance by the actors in a beautiful theatre.
Reviewed on 21 September 2023 by David, Edmonton, Canada
Reviewed on 10 September 2023 by Jeanette, Pickering, United Kingdom
Loved the show and we had great seats which made it even better!
Reviewed on 04 September 2023 by Julie, Flagstone, Australia
Reviewed on 23 August 2023 by Anna, London, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 11 August 2023 by Bianca, Epping, Australia
The only thing that bothered me quite a lot is that the room wasn’t aired at all, and some people around smelled really badly throughout the show. The show itself was therefore breathtaking, however I’m not sure I’d like to spend any more time in that theatre.
Reviewed on 26 July 2023 by Klaudia, Wroclaw, Poland
Reviewed on 20 July 2023 by Eliuahu, Haifa, Israel
Excellent mystery show, who done it?? Upper area steep steps but lovely 100 year old Theatre!
Reviewed on 19 July 2023 by Wendy, Rotorua, New Zealand
My relatives from Australia joined me in watching this memorable play by Agatha Christie… We all thoroughly enjoyed it and found some of the acting performances really captivated the stage. The only advice I would give to theatre visitors at the Saint Martins would be that, being one of the smaller theatres in London it can get quite warm so be ready to fold your coats!
Reviewed on 13 July 2023 by Phillip, Ashbourne, United Kingdom
As a not-english person who doesn't speak english fluently, I could not fully appreciate all the dialogues, plays on words, puns, etc... It was involving anyway.
Reviewed on 13 July 2023 by Sergio, Quartucciu, Italy
Took my 23 year old son for his first time and he loved it. Wonderful fun.
Reviewed on 05 June 2023 by Marikay, Dunlap, United States Of America
Reviewed on 26 May 2023 by Harold, Monument, United States Of America
I knew nothing about the story before the play. I just thought it wasn't a captivating thriller. The acting was good but the banging around opening slamming doors and the actors being so loud and animated was just not my cup of tea. But it's on of the bucket list so why not x
Reviewed on 22 April 2023 by Sara, Cullompton, United Kingdom
Great cast, a super cozy theater, and a snappy script make for a very memorable evening.
Reviewed on 19 April 2023 by David, San Diego, United States Of America
Reviewed on 18 April 2023 by Michelle, Horley, United Kingdom
We loved the show, as usual you find yourself working out which of the characters ‘did it’! The play kept the audience totally involved, the usual Agatha twist in the end. Very good.
Reviewed on 17 April 2023 by Patricia, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Still popular after such a long time and filling theatres however thought it olfashioned and a bit stilted
Reviewed on 09 April 2023 by Iona, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 28 March 2023 by Virginia, Bognor Regis, United Kingdom
We loved this show! Very funny, and we didn’t guess the mystery!
Reviewed on 25 March 2023 by Joy, East Grinstead, United Kingdom
My wife liked the wryness of the acting and enjoyed the experience except for the seating which is dreadful. I prefered the second half to the first half. Whereas my wife did not guess the culprit and who the other cast members were I did.
Reviewed on 25 March 2023 by Ian, Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
Please note the reviews below are from an old production of Mousetrap.
A must see.
Reviewed on 16 March 2023 by Laura, Ilford, United Kingdom
Fantastic show. Unless you don't have legs do not book the restricted leg room seats in the upper circle. View was great but seats small.
Reviewed on 16 March 2023 by Laura, Ilford, United Kingdom
This show was excellent plenty of twists and turns that kept you guessing fantastic scenery and a wonderful cast
Reviewed on 15 March 2023 by Nicole, Southend On Sea, United Kingdom
Simple, but clever and slightly silly story, well acted and very entertaining. I loved the stage setting and all the little details.
Reviewed on 15 March 2023 by Gill, Aylesford, United Kingdom
Great plot didn't know the ending so it had me wondering all the time who dunnit!
Reviewed on 08 March 2023 by David, Leek, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 04 March 2023 by Christopher, Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Thoroughly enjoyed. A very cramped theatre so best take your seats quickly
Reviewed on 03 March 2023 by Duncan, Stalybridge, United Kingdom
Excellent show. If seats in centre arrive early to avoid everyone getting up.
Reviewed on 03 March 2023 by Ami, Forest Gate, United Kingdom
I am happy that I was given an opportunity to watch this play, the longest running one in the world. I truly enjoyed it.
Reviewed on 02 March 2023 by Jovana, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Very fun to get to see this west end tradition The play is classic Christie, the acting is typical and well done, the place is nice, the set is tasteful,... A British must see!
Reviewed on 14 February 2023 by Jordael, Caudan, France
It's been going as long as it has for a reason! Kept you guessing until the end
Reviewed on 08 February 2023 by Ruth, Lasswade, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 07 February 2023 by Elizabeth, Stafford, United Kingdom
A lot of humour, great story line and of course, the surprise who dunnit has you judging everyone and everything. Brilliant!
Reviewed on 07 February 2023 by Susan, Melrose, United Kingdom
i first saw this play in 1983 and it was brilliant. 40 years later it is still brilliant. Well done to all and as before, I won't tell who did it!
Reviewed on 28 January 2023 by Meryl, Ballynahinch, United Kingdom
Great acting, good twist and smooth production
Reviewed on 17 January 2023 by Alex, London, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 16 January 2023 by Nigel, Daventry, United Kingdom
Unfortunately the show was ok but the seats was horrible . If you are bigger than a size 8 you will be touching your neighbour and if you are taller than 5 feet you'll have nowhere to put your legs as your seat almost touches seat at front . We could heat some music from next door, we heard the song " macarena" from next door and thought it was part of our show but wasn't. Next door was so loud we could hear them better than our show at some points, wafer thin walls. Seat are very hard and crammed , uper circle was extremely steep and definitely not for older people .
Reviewed on 14 January 2023 by Virginie, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 04 January 2023 by Laura-ann, Dublin, Ireland
Great suspense & ‘who dunit’!!!
Reviewed on 11 December 2022 by Darlene, Penticton, Canada
Reviewed on 10 December 2022 by Reuven, Leigh On Sea, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 07 December 2022 by Bernd, München, Germany
Good play all in all, but the theatre old, small seating affected my enjoying of the show. Time to redecor I think!
Reviewed on 01 December 2022 by Aulikki, Doha, Qatar
Reviewed on 27 November 2022 by Thomas, Plymouth, United Kingdom
Good afternoons entertainment.
Reviewed on 16 November 2022 by Christine, Tobridge, United Kingdom
The acting was glorious! So entertaining and comical.
Reviewed on 25 October 2022 by Linda, Seabrook Island, United States Of America
Reviewed on 24 October 2022 by Mitchell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 20 October 2022 by Marina, London, United Kingdom
I enjoyed the show immensely Thank you
Reviewed on 18 October 2022 by Angela, New South Wales, Australia
Loved the show- good fun. Light entertainment but well done and good performances all round.
Reviewed on 04 October 2022 by Zoe, St Albans, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 29 September 2022 by Raymond, Romford, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 20 September 2022 by Eileen, Bury Saint Edmunds, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 12 September 2022 by Andy, Reigate, United Kingdom
Took the kids and they loved it. Continually trying to work it out. Also the theatre staff magnificently assisted with a medical problem. Many many thanks.
Reviewed on 11 September 2022 by Adam, Harrow, United Kingdom
This is a great production of Agatha Christie's book. The theater is intimate and seating is very good. The cast and music bring the story together in a true suspenseful fashion!
Reviewed on 10 September 2022 by Marie, Ypsilanti, United States Of America
Reviewed on 08 September 2022 by Christina, Singapore, Singapore
Beautiful quaint theatre with great visibility from all seats. Warm inside so jumpers not needed or you'll be too hot. The Play is a classic and my teenagers enjoyed it. A decent break half way through.
Reviewed on 31 August 2022 by Jayne, Bedford, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 16 August 2022 by Christopher, Cape Town, South Africa
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap was nothing but spectacular. Theatre instills a cosy atmosphere!!
Reviewed on 26 July 2022 by Kaushik, Cobham, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 25 July 2022 by Michael, Wallssey, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 21 July 2022 by Pratik, London, United Kingdom
Great acting and mysterious. We all had our guesses on who did it and one of us was correct! An enjoyable afternoon. Beautiful theatre!
Reviewed on 20 July 2022 by Susan, Lincoln, United States Of America
Actors made the effort, and kept it entertaining.
Reviewed on 13 July 2022 by Scott, Sunnyvale, United States Of America
Reviewed on 08 July 2022 by Julie, Piedmont, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 27 June 2022 by Paul, Wallasey, United Kingdom
Excellent from start to finish. Brilliant acting, timing and stage presence. I would recommend theatre goers to see this.
Reviewed on 19 June 2022 by Alison, Essex, United Kingdom
Reviewed on 18 June 2022 by Marina, Zagreb, Croatia
I have been going to see this on several occasions and now that I have actually succeeded I am pleased I did. The seats in the orchestra stalls had a very good view of the stage. The actors were very good but I can't say much about the plot as I am sworn to secrecy so as not to spoil it for others, however I did guess "who dunnit" before it was revealed, maybe I've watched too many Poirot's
Reviewed on 15 June 2022 by Mary, Northallerton, United Kingdom
A brilliant, iconic who dunnit play by Agatha Christie, which had me guessing who the murderer was right to the end.
Reviewed on 11 June 2022 by Jackie, Norwich, United Kingdom
Wonderful day out with my daughter brilliant acting!
Reviewed on 03 June 2022 by Silvia, West Molesey, United Kingdom
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by Emmie Newitt | Tuesday, October 10 2023, 11:34
Autumn has arrived, even if records of 29 degrees across the UK in recent weeks has made it feel like Summer has hung around for a little longer recently. Now the nights are drawing in slightly earlier, instead of heading straight home for an evening on the sofa - why not spend your time with a trip to one of London’s theatres.
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The Mousetrap 70th anniversary Tour – Starring Todd Carty and Gwyneth Strong
by London Box Office | Wednesday, June 29 2022, 16:23
It’s an iconic thriller. It has been on stage non-stop in the West End for an awesome 7 decades. Agatha Christie would be thrilled. Now the initial casting has been announced for the play’s glittering 70th Anniversary tour. This is the longest running play in the world, and it is set to visit more than 70 venues throughout the UK and Ireland from September 2022.
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by London Box Office | Friday, April 9 2021, 09:06
This is the world's longest-running play, and it feels entirely appropriate for Agatha Christie's classic thriller to return and lead the West End's way out of the darkness of lockdown into the light of a new world. The show resumes on 17th May, following the government road map's Stage 3 guidelines, including two entirely separate casts stuffed with dazzling TV stars, iconic movie stars and brilliant Olivier winners. The fun kicks off at the St. Martin’s Theatre – see you there!
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by Phil Willmott | Thursday, October 1 2020, 07:58
Adam Spiegel has proved himself to be one of the canniest producers in the West End with a string of hit shows which, whilst not always intellectually engaging, have, none the less, kept theatre’s full for decades. I’ve worked for him in a number of capacities across several projects.
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