Headgate Theatre Productions
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
A play by Simon Stephens
Based on the Novel by Mark Haddon
The Curious Incident of The Dog In The Night-time Synopsis
This production will be filled with imaginative storytelling as we discover how a teenager’s world is turned upside down when he finds himself investigating the suspicious death of his neighbour’s dog, Wellington. It’s a poignant, very current and often humorous tale with a focus upon year 9 student Christopher Boone’s sharing of his reflective journal with his teacher Siobhan. His detective work also uncovers deep family secrets that shatter his understanding of his world.
The play is filled with life affirming moments and an intriguing murder mystery plot. Our talented ensemble of local actors and designers will bring their imaginations to the stage to depict the fascinating depths of Christopher’s autism but also his journey to reveal the truth of who killed Wellington?
The production will include a chilled matinee performance on Sunday 21st June, in addition to the usual five performances Wednesday – Saturday.
Production Dates and Times
Wednesday 17th June 2026 7.45 pm
Thursday 18 June 7.45 pm
Friday 19th June 7.45 pm
Saturday 20th June 2 pm
Saturday 20th June 7.45 pm
Sunday 21st June 2 pm (chilled performance)
Cast
Christopher – Benjamin Spalding
Siobhan/Ensemble – Annabel Caldwell
Ed/Ensemble – Kev Woods
Judy/Ensemble – Sarah Ellen Young
Mrs. Alexander/Posh Woman/Woman on Heath/ Ensemble – Chrissie Cropper
Roger/Duty Sergeant/Mr. Thompson/Uncle Terry/Drunk 1/Ensemble – Paul Reed
Mrs. Shears/Voice 4/Station Guard/Lady in Street/Puppeteer/ Ensemble – Emma Megan
No. 40/Voice 5a/Punk Girl/Puppeteer/ Ensemble – Lucy Jenkins
Policeman 1/Voice 3/Man with Socks/Man Behind Counter/Drunk 2/London Policeman/Ensemble – Stuart Williams
Rev. Peters/Station Policeman/Mr. Wise/Jean/ Ensemble – John Roberts
Mrs.Gascoyne/Voice 6/Shopkeeper/Woman on Train/Ensemble – Louisa Futcher
Voice 2/Information/Puppeteer/Ensemble – Sasha Wijesekera
Toby (Rat) Puppeteer/Voice 1 & 5b/Ensemble – Jude Bowen
Creative and Technical Support
Director – Heather Davis
Assistant Director – Leanne Howard
Music Composition – Georgina St George
Movement – Heather Davis
Set Design – Heather Davis
Stage Manager – Phil Ager
Asst Stage Manager – Carolina Robles
Lighting Design – Adam Wiffen/James Coppin
Projection design – James Coppin
Lighting operation – James Coppin/Adam Wiffen
Sound design and operation – Mike Cutmore
Puppet design and construction – Ellisia Taylor
Props construction – Catherine Streatfield
Costume Co-ordinator – Susan Henry
Rehearsal Prompt – Anne Horrocks
Movement Captain – Lucy Jenkins
Social Media – Louisa Futcher/Maddy Smith
Photography – Hannah Burgin
Production Lead for HTP – Dawn King