The Sound of Murder
The Sound of Murder is a nicely produced murder play, with some unexpected twists, elements of a thriller and a touch of melodrama. A good-looking production that moves swiftly and keeps its audience interested throughout.
Centred around Charles Norbury, a children’s book author who dislikes children and refuses to grant his wife a divorce. His wife Anne and her lover Peter plot his murder, but plans go seriously awry.
The curtain opens on a comfortable room in a country home - beautifully designed by director Peter Neaves and constructed by Martin Dorman and Peter Bloor. The show is atmospherically lit from a design by Virginia Moore Price (who also appears in the show). Merri Ford has created some beautiful post-war costuming, appropriate to both the era and character.
Jeremy Darling plays central character Charles Norbury, creating a character so obnoxious that the audience quickly find themselves siding with his potential killers. Kate Elder delivers a stellar performance as his wife Anne, a portrayal that is elegant and has great depth. She has a lovely rapport with Ryan Emery, solid, as her love interest Peter.
Virginia Moore Price is excellent as Norbury’s secretary, the mysterious and intriguing Miss Forbes - initially appearing to be a jaded and dowdy spinster but revealing great depth. Peter Bloor is also impressive as police inspector Davidson, nicely supported by Jacob Lane as Constable Nash.
A pleasant (despite the subject matter) and pacy production that entertains and keeps the audience on their toes.
Kimberley Shaw
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