Step into the quiet English village of Chipping Cleghorn, where suspense and intrigue await! When a mysterious announcement appears in the local newspaper, the residents are stunned to read that a murder will take place at Miss Blacklock’s home that very evening. What begins as a curious gathering quickly turns deadly, and it’s up to the legendary Miss Marple to unravel the tangled web of secrets, motives, and hidden identities.

A Murder Is Announced is one of Agatha Christie’s classic Miss Marple mysteries—filled with clever twists, colorful characters, and a satisfying whodunit that will keep audiences guessing until the very end. Don’t miss your chance to experience this timeless tale of suspense and deduction brought to life on stage!

Join us at The Spotlight Playhouse for an unforgettable night of classic mystery.

Presented by the Bluegrass Players
Director Jeremy Grant—a founding member of the Bluegrass Players and Director of Theatre at Madison Southern High School—is thrilled to bring Agatha Christie back to The Spotlight Playhouse stage!

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🚂 Murder on the 518 🔍

By Michelle Giles

Presented by: The Bluegrass Players

Red-eye travelers on the westbound 518 are in for a surprise when first one passenger, and then another, mysteriously drop dead right before their eyes! Stranded on a train with a killer on the loose, this eclectic group of passengers must work together to solve the mystery before they reach the station.

Not everything—or everyone—is as it seems in this family-friendly murder mystery full of twists, turns, and teamwork. With all the usual suspects and plenty of surprises along the way, audiences will be kept guessing right up until the train pulls into the station.

Director John Bailey returns to The Spotlight Playhouse stage following his successful debut directing Marian and Her Merry Men. Under his creative vision, this thrilling whodunit promises to keep you on the edge of your seat!

Hold on tight—Murder on the 518 is quite the ride!

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