Name: The Thirty-Nine Steps
Start: 2026-08-14T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-08-14T20:45:00+01:00
Location: Delapré Abbey

Award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin both writes and stars in a thrilling new stage adaptation of John Buchan’s classic Edwardian spy novel, famously brought to the screen by Alfred Hitchcock. Brimming with suspense, intrigue, and period atmosphere, this bold reimagining brings fresh energy to one of the great cornerstones of the thriller genre.
First published in 1915, The Thirty-Nine Steps remains one of the most enduring and influential spy stories ever written. In this dynamic adaptation, Goodwin takes on the iconic role of Richard Hannay, an ordinary man abruptly plunged into extraordinary danger when he is falsely accused of murder. Forced to flee for his life, Hannay becomes a hunted fugitive, pursued relentlessly across the wild and windswept moors of Scotland.
Hot on his trail is the sinister Black Stone, a shadowy and ruthless criminal organisation determined to destabilise the fragile peace of Europe and ignite a catastrophic global war. As the net tightens, Hannay must rely on his wits, courage, and ingenuity to stay one step ahead of his pursuers. With time rapidly running out, he faces not only capture and death at the hands of his enemies, but also the urgent task of preventing the assassination of a foreign dignitary by anarchist spies—an act that could change the course of history forever.
Packed with tension, pace, and theatrical flair, this gripping production is a heart-pounding race against time that celebrates the enduring appeal of a true espionage classic.