Stage @ The Warner Presents Death By Design

STAGE @ THE WARNER PRESENTS
DEATH BY DESIGN
A Hilarious Murder Mystery Comes to Life at the Warner Theatre

TORRINGTON, CT – This fall, the Warner Theatre invites audiences to experience Death By Design, a murder mystery that's as hilarious as it is thrilling. Presented by Stage @ The Warner, this wickedly clever production runs November 7th through 16th in the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre.

What happens when you mix the intricate plotting of an Agatha Christie whodunit with the razor-sharp wit of Noël Coward? Written by Rob Urbinati, Death By Design takes audiences to a 1930s country estate where theatrical disaster meets deadly intrigue. After a disastrous opening night, the Bennetts flee to their countryside sanctuary, but their peace is soon invaded by a collection of mysterious strangers. When one of the guests is murdered, it's left to Bridgit, the feisty Irish maid with a macabre interest in homicide, to solve the crime. Death By Design is more than homage – it's a new classic.

The cast of Death By Design features: Darrell Cookman (Edward Bennett), Jazzy Cores (Alice), David Macharelli (Walter Pearce), Adriana Medina (Victoria Van Roth), Marilyn Olsen (Bridgit), Christiane M. Olson (Sorel Bennett), Ron St. John III (Eric), and Gabriel Sousa (Jack).

The production is directed by Jonathan Zalaski, who previously directed Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella and Matilda The Musical at the Warner. The creative team includes David Verdosci (Set Designer), Renee Purdy (Costume Designer), Chris Lubik (Lighting Designer), Nicole D'Amico (Props Master), Alyssa Archambault (Production Stage Manager), Kyla Madore (Assistant Stage Manager), Charlene Speyerer (Production Manager), Lee Evans (Technical Director), Marrianne Parks (Choreography), Tracy Liz Miller (Intimacy Coach), Chet Ostroski (Fight Coordinator), and Melissa "PK" Tonning-Kollwitz (Dialect Coach).

The theatre will also host an ASL (American Sign Language) interpreted performance on November 16th at 2:00pm, with interpreters Barbara Cassin, MarySue Owens, and Julie Pond. Those interested can call the box office for more information.

Stage @ The Warner is a community theatre program with over 800 volunteers producing Broadway-style shows at the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre. Founded by Jim Fritch and Neil Pagano, the company makes quality theater accessible at reasonable prices. Stage @ The Warner inspires local performers while enriching the community through exceptional theatrical experiences.

Death By Design is sponsored by Thomaston Savings Bank. Performances run November 7th through 16th, with tickets starting at $32. For more information, visit warnertheatre.org or call the Warner Theatre Box Office at (860) 489-7180.