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Theatre Works and Smoke and Mirrors Productions presents

Dial M For Murder
By Frederick Nott
Directed by Dean Drieberg

Tony Wendice believes he has concocted the perfect murder.

After discovering his wife’s infidelity, he sets in motion a plan to kill her and walk away with her millions. After all, who would suspect her own loving husband of being the perpetrator? However, when he dials the Mayfair exchange to set his plan in motion, the right number leads to the wrong answer…

Made famous by Alfred Hitchcock’s film of the same name, this riveting new production of Dial M for Murder will keep you on the edge of your seat. With acclaimed director Dean Drieberg at the helm and an impressive mix of cast and creatives bringing it to the stage, this latest season by Smoke and Mirrors Productions crackles with suspense - offering a night of unexpected twists and lethal amounts of intrigue.

First performed over 70 years ago, the themes Dial M For Murder explores are more pertinent than ever. Running for a limited season and ingeniously modernised for a contemporary audience, don’t miss the rare chance to catch this iconic story as a live performance. Tickets now selling.

Launched in 2019, Smoke and Mirrors Productions is an emerging theatre production company based in Melbourne, Australia, dedicated to creating new works and fostering local artists.

Theatre Works is a vibrant hub for creative expression, fostering the development and presentation of innovative and daring performances. Committed to supporting the next generation of artists and engaging audiences with powerful storytelling, the organisation is vital to Australia’s cultural landscape. Dial M For Murder is playing as a part of the With Theatre Works programming stream.

Written by Frederick Nott
Directed by Dean Drieberg
Assistant Director Clary Riven
Performed by Bridget Bourke, Tyrie Aspinall, Leon Walshe and Joshua Bruce
Sound Design by Katie Harrigan
Lighting Design by Tom Vulcan
Set Design by Jodi Hope
Produced by Josh Sanders
Publicity by Sassy Red PR

7 – 16 August 2025
Tues – Sat 7:30pm, Sat 2pm (9 August only)
Opening Night: Fri 8 August
Tickets: $48 Full, $38 Concession, $28 Preview, $25 Mob Tix (+bf)
Bookings: www.theatreworks.org.au/2025/dial-m-for-murder
Enquiries: (03) 9534 3388
Venue: Theatre Works - 14 Acland Street, St Kilda
www.theatreworks.org.au

Duration: 2 hours including interval
Age suitability: 15+
Warnings: Themes of domestic violence, Graphic depictions of violence/death, not suitable for children
Accessibility: Theatre Works is a wheelchair-accessible venue. A full-access guide will be available closer to the date