The 39 Steps
Author(s):
Adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan
Company:
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
This fast-paced adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock's classic film takes you into the world of espionage, intrigue and slapstick comedy.
The story follows the dashing Richard Hannay, who finds himself unwittingly embroiled in a mysterious plot after a chance encounter with a beautiful spy. When she is suddenly murdered in his apartment, Hannay is framed and forced to go on the run.
With the police hot on his trail and a dangerous spy organisation called ‘The 39 Steps’ on his heels, Hannay races across Britain to clear his name and save the country from a sinister conspiracy.
With four actors playing over 150 characters, switching roles and costumes at breakneck speed.