The 39 Steps

Performances are September 22nd to October 7th, 2023
by Patrick Barlow
Directed by Francisco Torres
Performed on the Drury Stage at the Bartell Theatre

Take this fast-paced comedy that mixes a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, a dash of Monty Python and you have the intriguing, thrilling, riotous and unmissable performance. The show hurtles a notorious fugitive and a spellbound blonde from a London music hall north by northwest to Scotland’s most remote highlands. Will they save Britain from a den of devious spies?

Filled with clever wordplay, slapstick humor, and a touch of romance, "The 39 Steps" is a delightful homage to both Hitchcock and the golden age of spy thrillers. The play's unique theatricality shines through as four actors skillfully portray over 100 characters, seamlessly transitioning between roles and creating a whirlwind of comedic chaos. The clever staging, imaginative use of props, and dynamic set design transport audiences from the Scottish moors to London's West End, immersing them in a world of suspense, adventure, and laughter.

Featuring the Talents of
Ethan Richard as Richard Hannay
Anna Gion as Annabella Schmidt/Pamela/Margaret
Ryan Zaugg as Clown #1
Kai Prins as Clown #2

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased on the Bartell Theatre’s website. Or, call the Bartell after 2:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday: 608-661-9696.