JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAN AT LONDON’S WYNDHAM’S THEATRE
November 3, 2026
It’s Christmas in Victorian London. In the West End, performers are suddenly dropping dead mid-scene. When the world’s greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes, uncovers a chilling connection to The Twelve Days of Christmas, he knows something sinister is afoot.
With the body count rising and time running out, Sherlock must catch the killer before the next murder. But as he hurtles towards a deadly showdown, will this be the case that finally brings down the great detective?
Perfectly set at Alexandra Palace Theatre, one of London’s most atmospheric Victorian theatres, audiences can immerse themselves in a festive murder mystery packed with mayhem, mischief and Christmas cheer!
The full cast includes Bo Poraj (Miranda) as Sherlock Holmes and Olivier Award nominee Marc Antolin (The Producers) as Dr. Watson. They are joined by Edward Bourne (Tina) as Swing, Jonnie Broadbent (The Invention of Love) as Arthur Stone, Annabel Brook (Secret Cinema) as Ernie, Wayne Cater (Cyrano De Bergerac) as Wotan, Margot Jardine (Rooftoppers) as Swing Mia Jerome (Romeo & Juliet) as Queen Victoria, Olivia-Faith Kamau (Dear Evan Hansen) as Estella Bottle, Mia Overfield (Cable Street) as Clifford, Vivien Parry (Cabaret) as Mrs Hudson, Emily Pithon (Noises Off) as Professor Murray, John Ramm (The Spy Who Came In From The Cold) as Lestrade, John-Luke Roberts (Graeme of Thrones) as Fafner and Charlie Russell (Mischief Theatre) as Athena Faversham.
The full creative team includes songs by Tim Rice & Howard Goodall, Director Phillip Breen, Designer Mark Bailey, Lighting Designer Anna Watson, Sound Designer Luke Swaffield for Autograph Sound, Choreographer & Movement Director Georgina Lamb, Fight Director Renny Krupinski, Illusions by Chris Fisher & Dr Will Houstoun, Casting Director Helena Palmer CDG, Musical Director Leo Munby, Orchestra Manager Matthew French.
Booking until – 24 November 2026 – 17 January 2027
Venue – Alexandra Palace
Matinee Performances – check website
Age suitability 10+
Official website – sherlockchristmasonstage.com
Audio Described performance – 12 January 2027 at 7.30pm
Captioned performance – 3 January 2027 at 1pm
BSL Performance – None scheduled
Relaxed Performance – None scheduled
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