Entertaining Murder

Entertaining MURDER is a murder mystery musical with book, music and lyrics by Chris Burgess. The world premiere was presented by LAMBCO Productions at Upstairs at the Gatehouse, Highgate, London, from 23 April to 10 May 2026.

Cast

  • Daisy Snelson — Edith Thompson
  • Dominic Sullivan — Freddy Bywaters
  • Alex Cosgriff — Percy Thompson (and additional roles)
  • Sue Kelvin — Avis Graydon
  • Dora Gee — Young Avis (and additional roles)

Creative Team

  • Book, Music & Lyrics: Chris Burgess
  • Director: Chris Burgess
  • Musical Director & Orchestrations: Aaron Clingham
  • Choreographer: Robbie O’Reilly
  • Costume Designer: Carla Joy Evans
  • Lighting Designer: Richard Lambert
  • Production Assistant: Angie Lawrence
  • Producer: LAMBCO Productions

The musical is based on the notorious 1922 Edith Thompson and Frederick Bywaters murder case, exploring the events leading to the trial and questioning whether Edith Thompson was wrongly convicted through a blend of drama, period-inspired music, and courtroom storytelling.
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