Frederick Knott

LITTLE WOMEN, DIAL M FOR MURDER, and More Will Come to Buffalo Theatre Ensemble
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble announced its 40th anniversary season at Glen Ellyn's McAninch Arts Center, featuring LITTLE WOMEN, DIAL M FOR MURDER, and ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS. Subscriptions are now on sale.

DIAL M FOR MURDER Cast Revealed at Actors’ Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

Actors' Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for DIAL M FOR MURDER, directed by Artistic Director David Arisco, running at the Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein Center for the Performing Arts in Coral Gables.

Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Omaha Community Playhouse Keeps You on Your Toes!
by Christine Swerczek - Apr 17, 2026

When you think of DIAL M FOR MURDER, you may be old enough to remember Alfred Hitchcock's suspenseful movie starring Grace Kelly and Ray Milland in 1954. If the play is new to you, you will enjoy Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Frederick Knott’s screenplay on a more modern level. Either way, this tale of intrigue and quick thinking will titillate your senses and keep you on your toes.

Wagon Wheel Center For The Arts Unveils CATS, CAROUSEL, and More for 2026 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026

Wagon Wheel Professional Theatre in Warsaw has announced its 2026 summer season, featuring CATS, CAROUSEL, FOOTLOOSE, DIAL M FOR MURDER, and ANYTHING GOES, running June through August.

Review: WAIT UNTIL DARK Brings Spine-Tingling Thrills to Stoneham
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 13, 2026

What did our critic think of WAIT UNTIL DARK at Greater Boston Stage Company?

Cherokee Theatre Company Unveils 2026–27 Season at the Canton Theatre
by Gillian Blum - Feb 28, 2026

Cherokee Theatre Company has announced its 2026-27 season, presenting a four‑show lineup that blends classic suspense, holiday comedy, inventive farce, and iconic American drama.

Works by Neil Simon, Noël Coward & More Included in Florida Repertory Theatre's 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

Florida Repertory Theatre has revealed its 29th season in the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio Theatres. The nine-show season features new and classic comedies, a fresh take on a classic thriller, and more musicals than ever.

Review: Arts Club’s DIAL M FOR MURDER Delivers Sharp Suspense
by Alyson Eng - Feb 14, 2026

A telephone, a key, and a carefully timed call. DIAL M FOR MURDER wastes no time laying out its stakes. At the Stanley BFL Canada Stage, the Arts Club Theatre Company presents Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of the classic thriller, directed by Jillian Keiley and running February 5 to March 8. In partnership with Theatre Calgary, the production pulls the audience into a polished 1950s London flat where each gesture feels deliberate and even the quiet moments heighten the tension. 

Centenary Stage Company to Present DIAL 'M' FOR MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026

Centenary Stage Company will present DIAL “M” FOR MURDER from February 20 through March 8 in the Sitnik Theatre at the Lackland Performing Arts Center.

WAIT UNTIL DARK Comes to Greater Boston Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

Greater Boston Stage Company announces its production of WAIT UNTIL DARK, featuring a unique dual casting for the lead role. The show will run with an intermission, promising a thrilling theatrical experience.

Centenary Stage Company To Present DIAL “M” FOR MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

Centenary Stage Company will present the suspenseful thriller DIAL 'M' FOR MURDER at the Sitnik Theatre, Hackettstown, NJ, from February 20 to March 8.

Williamston Theatre Starts Off 2026 With DIAL M FOR MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026

Williamston Theatre will present THE GREAT ADVENTURE, a captivating new play, starting January 2026. The production promises a blend of drama and intrigue, directed by renowned director John Smith.

WAIT UNTIL DARK Comes to The Wells Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026

Virginia Stage Company will bring gripping suspense to the Wells Theatre with Wait Until Dark, a psychological thriller where perception, trust, and courage collide. Learn more here!

Centenary Stage Company To Hold Equity Principal Auditions For DIAL M FOR MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025

Centenary Stage Company will hold Equity Principal Auditions for DIAL M FOR MURDER, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, on the Centenary University campus. The production will be directed by Carl Wallnau and presented under an Independent Theatre Contract.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 8, 2025- Go Inside WICKED: FOR GOOD With An Easter Egg Exclusive
by - Dec 8, 2025

8Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

REVIEW: Jeffrey Hatcher’s Stage Adaptation of DIAL M FOR MURDER Brings An Extra Twist To The Thriller
by Jade Kops - Dec 5, 2025

Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock (Director) and Frederick Knott’s (Screenplay) DIAL M FOR MURDER brings the thriller to life for a new audience with a few new twists.

DIAL M FOR MURDER to be Presented at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025

Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the final production in its 2026 season,the classic thriller with a modern twist, Dial M for Murder.

Photos: First look at The Alcove Dinner Theatre and Bruce Jacklin & Company’s WAIT UNTIL DARK
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 24, 2025

Step into 1944 Greenwich Village, where danger lurks in the shadows and survival means waiting until dark. This edge-of-your-seat story follows Susan Hendrix, a blind yet determined woman who finds herself caught in a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse when con men invade her home. With danger closing in, Susan soon discovers that what seems like her greatest weakness may, in fact, be her only strength. In the suspense-filled final moments, darkness itself becomes a character, pulling you into a chilling conclusion you won’t soon forget.

Photos: First look at Curtain Players’ WAIT UNTIL DARK
by Jerri Shafer - Oct 16, 2025

A sinister con man and two ex-convicts are on the hunt for a mysterious doll, which they trace to the Greenwich Village apartment of Sam Hendrix and his blind wife, Susy. Susy refuses to reveal its location and, with the help of a young neighbor, soon realizes she's the victim of a bizarre charade. A deadly game of cat and mouse ensues, where Susy must use her unique understanding of her environment to her advantage

DIAL M FOR MURDER Opens At Derby Dinner Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025

Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the thriller 'Dial M For Murder', opening October 1 and running through November 9, 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here!