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Official tour listing · checked 12 October 2026

Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift on Stage

The Killings at Badger's Drift visits venues across the UK and Ireland from April to July 2027. This Midsomer Murders stage show brings the story to a theatre tour. Browse the confirmed dates and use the official venue booking links.

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Production details

Written and directed by Guy Unsworth, the stage adaptation is based on Caroline Graham's novel and the television series. The official production lists Daniel Casey as Inspector Barnaby and James Bradwell as Sergeant Troy. It gives an approximate running time of 2 hours 20 minutes including interval and an age recommendation of 12+. The producers cannot guarantee an individual performer at every performance.

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Midsomer Murders stage show: questions answered

Where is the theatre tour going?

The official 2027 listing includes Birmingham, Edinburgh, Milton Keynes, Dartford, Hull, Shrewsbury, Belfast, Dublin, Aylesbury, York, Liverpool, Wolverhampton, Bradford and Newcastle upon Tyne, from April to July. The venue dates above are linked to booking pages.

How long does the show run?

The production lists an approximate running time of 2 hours 20 minutes, including the interval.

Is it the same story as the television episode?

The stage production adapts The Killings at Badger’s Drift, based on Caroline Graham’s book and the television series. Its official synopsis follows Emily Simpson’s death and the investigation by Tom Barnaby and Gavin Troy. It is a theatre adaptation of the familiar case, rather than a screening of the television episode.

Facts checked on against the official production page. Confirm dates and running time with your venue before booking.

Checked 12 October 2026. Dates and ticket availability can change. Confirm details with the official production and venue before travelling.