Death on the Nile is back in a brand-new stage adaptation by Ken Ludwig, directed by Lucy Bailey, and it's hitting the road for a UK tour in 2025 and 2026. Brought to life by Fiery Angel - the team behind War Horse - this production promises all the twists and turns you'd expect from the Queen of Crime herself.

The story whisks us away on a luxury cruise down the Nile, where a picture-perfect honeymoon takes a deadly turn. 

When a beautiful young bride is found murdered, everyone on board becomes a suspect - and it's up to the brilliant Hercule Poirot to solve the case before the killer strikes again.

Death On The Nile Critic Reviews

"Sometimes it's easy to wonder why people bother going to the theatre, when so many of the productions are reworkings of old television series and films. Why not just stay at home and stream the original? And then a show comes along like Death on the Nile, which is playing at Richmond Theatre this week, and you remember that there really is nothing like live theatre." - Time And Leisure

"First of all, designer Mike Britton's set does well to capture the feel of a 1930s steamliner sauntering along the Nile. It makes full use of the space available and even incorporates a second floor. Bailey's direction keeps the pace steady, with moments of reflection built in, and is definite progress from the more static movement of Murder on the Orient Express. But it is Esme Hough's spirited portrayal as Jacqueline de Bellefort that has the most impact on this piece. She is hypnotic throughout and gives a stunning characterisation." - West End Best Friend

"There are plenty of suspects for the grisly murder and numerous clues that M Poirot notices through the first half. There's enough for us to complete the puzzle, but the fun is in the watching. Designer Mike Britton and lighting designer Oliver Fenwick have crafted a intricate set with sliding doors and panels on two levels to reveal different areas of the riverboat." - LouReviews

"It is pacy and witty, a real ensemble production in which all the cast put in strong performances, and it is lifted to another level by its sophisticated set and sound and lighting design." - Chiswick Calender

"The production highlights Christie's central themes of love, jealousy, betrayal and revenge. Poirot's speech on love and Jackie's pursuit of Simon and Linnet drives the passion. Age and promise are also noted, lines like "A woman of infinite promise" underline themes of wasted potential and tragedy. References to Egyptian mythology and gods add atmosphere." - Salford Now

"The pacing is done well as it builds suspense and intrigue. It is hard to keep the audience engaged for a long period of time, but Lucy Bailey did a splendid job. That comes from revealing the story slowly and not all at once. It is how you make a good mystery. She adds perfect timing to the plot twists so the audience can take them in and feel the shock of it all." - I Love Manchester