Hercule Poirot is bringing his investigation to Melbourne. Producer John Frost will present the Melbourne premiere season of the UK stage production of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Comedy Theatre from 26 June 2027, with general tickets going on sale on Thursday 12 November 2026 and presales already underway.
The production uses Ken Ludwig’s adaptation of the Christie novel and is directed by Lucy Bailey. It is being presented in association with Fiery Angel and Agatha Christie Limited, and follows Frost’s earlier Australian tours of two other Christie works: The Mousetrap and And Then There Were None.
Murder on the Orient Express is set in the winter of 1934, when an avalanche brings the Orient Express to a halt. An American tycoon is then found dead in his locked compartment, having been stabbed eight times. With the train stranded in the snow and a killer somewhere among the passengers, it falls to detective Hercule Poirot to solve the crime before the journey can continue. The novel is known for its plot and its final twist, and the stage version mixes the mystery of a classic whodunit with humour.
John Frost, who is producing the Australian season, spoke about Christie’s work and what audiences can expect from Bailey’s production:
Agatha Christie is one of the greatest writers of all time, and I’m thrilled to present this wonderful stage adaptation of one of her most celebrated works, MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS. Stylish, fast-paced and darkly witty, Lucy Bailey’s production blends the intrigue of a classic whodunit with sparkling humour. With brilliant direction, stunning design and opulent costumes, it promises to be the must-see theatrical event of 2027. Get your tickets now to avoid last minute foul play at the box office!
Tickets start from $79.90 and are available through production’s official Australian website.
