Love from a Stranger is thriller drama play based on Philomel Cottage, a short story by British mystery writer, Agatha Christie. The play which was first brought to life in 1936 just two years after it was written. After heading to broadway and seeing its success, the play was twice turned into a film. First in 1937 starring Basil Rathbone and Ann Harding in the US as A Night of Terror and the second film in 1947 starring John Hodiak and Sylvia Sidney, released in the UK as A Stranger Walked In. This thrilling production has arrived at The Lowry in Manchester and will be shown from 10 to 14 July 2018.
We were invited to the opening night to The Lowry watch the whirlwind romance between Cecily Harrington played by Helen Bradbury with a handsome and charming stranger Nigel Lawrence played by Justin Avoth. Just like in the book, Nigel sweeps Cecily off her feet and she recklessly abandons her old life to settle in the remote and blissful surroundings of a country cottage. However, her newfound love is not all that he seems…the play is filled with electric suspense and with a shocking twist, this edge-of-your-seat, rarely seen thriller by the UK’s greatest crime writer is rediscovered in a brand new production directed by Lucy Bailey and designed by Mike Britton.
What we thought of the show?
Here are the list of talented cast being featured in the play
Cast Biographies
Justin Avoth plays Nigel Lawrence
Helen Bradbury plays Cecily Harrington
Sam Frenchum plays Bruce Lovell
Alice Haig plays Mavis Wilson
Molly Logan plays Ethel
Crispin Redman plays Dr Gribble
Nicola Sanderson plays Louise Garrard
Gareth Williams plays Hodgson
When is :Love From a Stranger being performed?
10 to 14 July 2018
Where will the performance be held?
The Lyric Theatre
Pier 8
The Quays
Salford
M50 3AZ
How much are the tickets?
Prices can range anywhere from £19.50 to £32.50, depending on the location of your seat. There are side / centre / rear stalls, side / front upper /rear upper /centre / middle upper circle, restricted view as well as boxes.
How do I book the tickets ?
To book tickets please call The Lowry at 08432086000 or via their website here.
About Dame Agatha Christie (1890 – 1976)
Agatha Christie is known throughout the world as the Queen of Crime and is the most widely published author of all time and is outsold only by the Bible and Shakespeare. She is the author of 66 crime novels and 150 short stories, six novels written under the name Mary Westmacott and over 19 plays including The Mousetrap, the longest running play in West End history. Christie’s most famous literary creations include the detectives Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple and Tommy & Tuppence. For further information about Agatha Christie visit the website.
About Lowry
The Lowry is a registered charity committed to using visual and performing arts to enrich people’s lives. They present audiences with a diverse programme of theatre, opera, musicals, dance, music, comedy and visual art as well as events and activities to expand the horizons of audiences and artists alike. At the heart of their work is a commitment to the local communities and young people. Tapping into the work on their ur stages and in their galleries, they offer thousands of free creative participation opportunities each year. They are passionate about nurturing talent, developing creative professionals of the future and raising aspirations.
Things to note:
- The Lowry welcomes all visitors regardless of their disability and strive to meet all individuals needs where possible.
- They welcome access and assistance dogs.
- The Lowry website is fully accessible and features BrowseAloud. Browsealoud adds speech, reading and translation support, facilitating access and particpiation for those people who need support reading print, dyslexia, low literacy, mild visual impairments and those with English as a second language. To use this feature, simply click on the grey ear logo located in the footer.
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If you are driving to the show, we would recommend for you to park at The Lowry Outlet which is opposite the theatre, but be aware as there is lack of signage from the car park area to the theatre, so best to ask someone or use google maps to find your way.
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* We were provided with press tickets in exchange for a review. All opinions are our own.
56 comments
Great review and these photos shown here make me feel like watching the show. I like how these actor and actress are dress in this way, just so oldies.
Yes exactly! To bring us to yesteryears of Agathe Christie’s great story
ah I love Agatha Christie! Looks like an amazing show! x
Yes she is such an amazing writer!! So talented, yes it was a fab show
Sounds like an interesting production. I don’t remember having read this Agatha Christie story – I think I’ll have to seek it out.
Yes you must if you love thrillers and romance and some excitment
I need to see more show’s but whenever I look at our local theatre it’s just full of musicals, this is something that is much more up my street and that I would probably really enjoy. I hope it comes closer to me.
Hope it does Jade, if it does not, its worth taking a trip here
I love Agatha Christie book, this play sounds very entertaining.
It sure was Jenny, we totally loved it
I would really love to see this if I’m able to. I watch every single British movie I can find and prefer them to most. I’m sure this play would be something I’d really enjoy.
We are sure you would have loved this Terri and the setting and props as well was complimentary
Now this sounds like such an amazing production – I bet it is wonderful to get to see it live and experience it on stage.
Absolutely! We were totally thrilled with the performance on opening night
Oh I love Agatha Christie, sounds like a great piece!
Yes it certainly was entertaining Eva, hope you can still catch it
Oh that sounds like an interesting performance! Im not really a fan of Agatha Christie but I am always open to new things at the theatre!
Fab to hear the Laura! You would have loved the show!
I have never had a chance to watch a theater show but this one looks like a good one and have an interesting performance. Kudos to all who give their all for a beautiful show like this.
Absolutely! The actors were all top class and performed the play so well
This is a great review of the Agatha Christie’s Love from a Stranger. Makes me want to see the play.
Lovely to hear that Tara, hope you can catch it too x
It’s a great review! Haven’t read and watched the play but based from your photos and your review I can say that it was very beautiful. Kudos to everyone who made the play possible!
Thanks Christina, yes everyone has only said good things about the play and we loved it x
Sounds like a super performance! It’s been such a long time since I’ve been to the theatre. I really ought to remedy this!
Hope you do get the chance to catch a theatre performance soon Elizabeth x
It sounds like a great show. I love when there is lots of drama and suspense. No wonder you enjoyed watching it! 🙂
Absolutely! We can’t rave about it enough
What a fun time. I am always in awe of people who not only do theatre, but do it well. That is not one of my talents.
Well these actors are super talented, and they make it seem so real as they get into character
Sounds like Agatha Christie’s story translated well on stage and love what they did with the lighting.
Thank you Bella and Dawn, yes it was really fabulous watching the show
This looks like it would be such a great way to enjoy the story from such an already brilliant author. I love her books so much!
She is timeless Becca and the production team and cast have done a fabulous job featuring the book in the play
Love this review! It makes me want to see this show! If only this will be available here. The photos are awesome!
Thanks Ruth, glad you enjoyed reading the review
Oh I am jealous! This must have been so fun to go and see. I need to get out to see shows more often, I miss them!
Hope you do Lydia, its worth catching this show for sure
What a great review! Thanks for recommending this show, I am a big fan of Agatha Christie, so I so want to watch this.
If you are a fan of the books then its worth heading to the theatre to relive every moment in the book
It’s been a long time since I have been to the theatre. This looks like a good shows with good reviews. I remember how much I enjoyed the last one I went to. It’s time I went again.
Yes hope you do get the chance to visit a theatre show Tina, so worth watching this
Ooh, this sounds right up my street! I wonder if it will be coming to Nottingham?
Louise x
Not too sure if they are touring Louise, at the moment they are in Manchester, do keep the eye out for it if it does x
wow the price for the show is so reasonable! sounds like a great one to go see
Yes absolutely, the price is totally affordable
This definitely sounds like my sort of play, I love Agatha Christie!
Glad to hear that Rebecca. We love her too x
This looks like an amazing theatre production!
It sure was Mayah!
I love the theatre, and this sounds amazing. I’m so jealous.
Oh dont be Nicola, hope you can catch it too otherwise The Lowry has so many cool performances lined up
I love seeing shows on the stage! This one definitely sounds like one I would love to see someday. Thanks for sharing.
Your welcome Shannon
I love going to the Theatre although haven’t been in ages and this has reminded me how much I love it and need to make time to go over the summer. This show sounds fantastic
Laura x
It is Laura, so much suspense, romance and drama