The Mousetrap

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Fri 16 Jan

19:30
Sat 17 Jan

15:00, 19:30

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🕗 2hr 5min🎭 St Martins Theatre

⭐4.6/5 based on 2,655 reviews

Alan Hawes ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Some poor diction with not clearly heard speech at times, in the rear stalls."

08/01/2026

Kristina Fleischer ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"The play was interesting, the actors were exquisite however the siting area is a bit tight in the upper circle."

07/01/2026

Amanda Callahan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"We brought our family of six and even our teenagers were trying to solve the mystery. We had a blast!"

03/01/2026

Kim Miller ⭐⭐

"The upper circle seats were so tiny and legroom was nonexistent. I had to sit sideways and the two seats next to me had to do the same, until they left, as they couldn’t fit. Their son behind them left 15 mins in, as he couldn’t fit his legs. My legs were in pain as they were squashed against the seat in front. The play was okay - only 1 setting - no change of set. I wouldn’t recommend it."

02/01/2026

Sonya ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Very well acted a good mystery ?? we all thoroughly enjoyed it."

30/12/2025

Michael ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A wonderful show with (of course) a great plot, but also very well produced (sound, staging, casting etc.). We went for a birthday outing and it was such a fun experience! Would wholeheartedly recommend. PS: Angle for a black friday discount if you can as tickets can be outrageously expensive. Most seats are good at St Martin's Theatre! Some even come with a view preview."

30/12/2025

F T ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Excellent evening - great fun - recommended"

24/12/2025

Martyn Denison ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"You can understand why this show has been in the West End for decades. Go and watch it."

20/12/2025

Judit Hermann ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I enjoyed it very much! Thank you"

20/12/2025

Tamara Tish ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"It was a lovely way to spend my first evening in London. The actors were quite fabulous and the mystery intriguing."

16/12/2025

Scott M Weber ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"So excited we got to see the world’s longest running show!! Bucket list item for sure. It did not disappoint."

14/12/2025

Annmarie Murphy ⭐⭐

"Boring, too loud and so so slow, left at interval. Can’t believe it’s been running for 40 years, I couldn’t do 40 mins!"

11/12/2025

Jacqui R ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"An enjoyable afternoon at the theatre. Not overly taxing to the brain. But seating is snug"

10/12/2025

Nick S ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"It was a lot of fun, and I'm glad to say that it kept me guessing to the very end."

09/12/2025

Janet devenport ⭐

"Small cramped seats. Bad acting, to the point of being unbearable, super predictable ended. Very unpleasant evening."

09/12/2025

Henning Tewes ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"An Institution but deserves more love"

06/12/2025

Chris Scott ⭐

"I bought tickets for a friends birthday. Unfortunately he fell asleep during the first half! I can't blame him, it was boring and amateurish. Uncomfortable theatre also. Big disappointment."

28/11/2025

NEIL MCENHILL ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Brilliant staging and a brilliant cast"

26/11/2025

Iaroslav Kaplin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Utterly brilliant show. I haven’t been to the theatre in years, and I’m so glad this was the first one I saw after such a long break. The actors were extraordinary, and the ambience of the old theatre was exceptional."

25/11/2025

Things to Know Before You Go

Is The Mousetrap suitable for children?

The play is generally suitable for older children and teenagers. While the subject is murder, very little is shown on stage and most of the tension comes from dialogue and atmosphere.

Why are audiences asked not to reveal the ending?

Part of the fun of The Mousetrap is trying to work out the culprit. Audiences are traditionally asked to keep the twist to themselves so that future theatregoers can enjoy the same suspense.

How long is a performance of The Mousetrap?

The performance usually lasts just over two hours, including an interval.

Where is The Mousetrap performed in London?

The Mousetrap is performed at St Martin's Theatre on West Street, a short walk from Leicester Square and Covent Garden.

Do I need to be familiar with Agatha Christie's books?

Not at all. The play is a self-contained story, so you can enjoy it even if you have never read any of Christie's novels.

Is there a dress code at St Martin's Theatre?

There is no strict dress code. Smart-casual clothing is common, and comfort is key, especially in colder months when you may arrive wrapped up for the weather.

About this show

Step inside a snowed-in country guesthouse where everyone has something to hide in Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap, the world's longest-running play. As news of a London murder crackles over the wireless, a group of strangers find themselves cut off from the outside world – and one of them is a killer. Crisp dialogue, deliciously suspicious characters and a perfectly judged twist have kept audiences guessing for more than seventy years. At St Martin's Theatre, the production stays true to its classic 1950s setting while feeling surprisingly fresh, thanks to its tight pacing and dry wit. Whether you are a lifelong Christie reader or simply love a good whodunnit, The Mousetrap offers an evening of old-fashioned suspense in a cosy West End atmosphere – just remember to keep the ending to yourself.