A reimagined stage production of an award-winning play is coming to Glasgow.
The brand new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, adapted by acclaimed playwright Simon Stephens, will come to Glasgow’s Theatre Royal from March 9 to 13, 2027.
Produced by Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep, the production marks the first new staging of the play since its original National Theatre production.
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Directed by Ned Bennett, the play is based on Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel, which follows Christopher Boone as he investigates the mysterious death of a neighbour’s dog.
Christopher’s journey of discovery forces him to confront complex truths about family, trust and independence.
Simon Stephens, playwright and screenwriter, said: “The journey of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time has been an extraordinary adventure.
“It has taken me all over the world.
“From church halls to enormous auditoria.
“From school drama clubs to Wembley Way.
“I am thrilled that Christopher Boone is about to head out again through the United Kingdom.
“He is a boy defined by his determination and his bravery.
“This feels like a time when those characteristics are more urgently needed than ever.
“Ned Bennett is a brilliant director. I have wanted to work with him for years.
“I couldn’t have been happier that it is Ned who will reimagine my play for the 2020s.”
The original National Theatre production premiered in 2012 and went on to win seven Olivier Awards, including Best New Play, Best Director and Best Actor.
The play later debuted on Broadway, earning five Tony Awards.
Ned Bennett said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be directing The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
“Mark Haddon’s beautiful story is uniquely tender and mischievous — a celebration of courage and imagination.
“It’s a real privilege to collaborate with Simon Stephens on his iconic play, which so brilliantly balances an exquisite character study with a thrilling sense of theatrical adventure.
“I’m tremendously excited to work with the teams at Melting Pot and the Birmingham Rep to bring this groundbreaking play vividly to life on stage once again.
“The original production was an utterly extraordinary landmark theatrical event, it’s incredibly exciting and an honour to contribute to the next chapter of this story’s journey.”
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Joe Murphy, co-producer and artistic director of Birmingham Rep, said: “We’re delighted to be co-producing this powerful new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time — a story that continues to challenge, move and inspire audiences.
“At the Rep, we’re passionate about telling stories that reflect the complexity and brilliance of the world around us, and this production does just that.
“It’s inventive, full of heart and speaks to the power of seeing the world differently.
“We’re proud to bring this vital work to audiences here in Birmingham and beyond.”
Full casting and creative team details for the upcoming production have yet to be announced.
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