The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Organised by : Chichester Festival Theatre

Chris Boone is gifted with a brilliant mind for numbers but unsettled by the unpredictability of people and everyday life. When a neighbour's dog is discovered killed, she comes under suspicion. Determined to prove her innocence, Chris becomes both detective and suspect, drawn into a mystery that grows darker and more complex with every clue uncovered. What begins as the search for a culprit soon reveals secrets closer to home, forcing Chris to confront truths that will test her courage, family, and understanding of trust, independence, and the wider world.

Mark Haddon's internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers, adapted by Simon Stephens, comes to Chichester in a brand-new staging. Joe McFadden (The Shawshank Redemption, UK tour; 2:22 A Ghost Story, West End; Strictly Come Dancing winner 2017) and EastEnders favourite Charlie Brooks (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, UK tour; The Ocean at the End of the Lane, National Theatre) star as Chriss parents, Ed and Judy. Inventive, gripping, and moving, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time combines the intrigue of a whodunnit with a powerful coming-of-age story.