Sleuth
by ANTHONY SHAFFER
directed by KIMBERLY SENIOR
McGuire Proscenium Stage
A mind-bending thriller
When Milo Tindle visits detective writer Andrew Wyke at his English countryside home, the last thing he expects is for Andrew to propose they stage an elaborate jewelry burglary. Andrew’s endgame is a sizeable insurance payout for himself; Milo can use the jewels to financially support Andrew’s wife, Marguerite, with whom he’s been having an affair. The plan goes swimmingly at first, but as new revelations come to light, both men soon realize they’ve met their match. What follows is a heart-pounding, high-stakes game of cat and mouse where each man’s web of lies, bargains and misdirections leads to the ultimate checkmate. Let the game begin.
Three things to know
- Sleuth premiered on Broadway in 1970 and received the 1971 Tony Award for Best Play. The New York Times called it "an entrancing tale of detective-story mayhem with a touch of urbane intellectualism."
- In a similar style to Jeffrey Hatcher's adaptation of Dial M for Murder (2023–2024 Season), this dramatic thriller isn't your typical whodunit; it's a suspenseful battle of wits you have to see to believe.
- Director Kimberly Senior previously directed ‘Art’ in the Guthrie’s 2023–2024 Season and recently published a book titled What Would a Person Do? on the power of narratives.
Venue info
This production will take place on the McGuire Proscenium Stage.
Pro tip: Can't do stairs or have a special seating request? Call the Box Office for details.
Ticket prices
Ticket prices range from $35 to $94, including handling fees. Read about our ticket handling fees and policies.
| Area 1A | Area 1 | Area 2 | Area 3 | Area 4 | |
| All previews | $77 | $65 | $49 | $40 | $35 |
| Tues, Wed evenings; weekday matinees | $81 | $69 | $47 | $44 | $39 |
| Sun, Thu evenings, Opening Nights | $86 | $74 | $59 | $49 | $44 |
| Fri evenings, Sat, Sun matinees | $90 | $78 | $61 | $53 | $48 |
| Saturday evenings | $94 | $82 | $67 | $57 | $52 |
Age recommendation
We recommend this production for ages 12 and up.
Content advisory
Sleuth contains mature content and the use of production effects. Click below for more details. Because content sensitivities vary from person to person, we encourage you to call the Box Office to determine if this production is suitable for you and your party.
This production contains strobe lights, stage blood, mature language, moments of violence, a prop gun and gunshot sound effects.
Run time
Approximately 2 hours, 30 minutes (including intermission)
Post-play discussions
Patrons are invited to stay in the theater following select performances for a 20-minute conversation about the production facilitated by Guthrie staff. Cast members may join the discussion as they are able.
Patrons are invited to stay in the theater following select performances for a 20-minute conversation about the production facilitated by Guthrie staff. Cast members may join the discussion as they are able.
Sunday, March 15 at 1 p.m.
Tuesday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25 at 1 p.m.
Saturday, April 4 at 1 p.m.
Group sales
All student and adult groups of 15 or more qualify for discounts on tickets to Guthrie productions.
Accessibility
ASL-interpreted, audio-described and open-captioned performances are available on select dates.
Sleuth
McGuire Proscenium
Accessibility
Relaxed performance
The Guthrie will offer a relaxed performance of Sleuth on Sunday, April 19 at 1 p.m. Although these performances are open to all patrons, they are intentionally modified to accommodate patrons with sensory and vestibular sensitivities, anxiety, dementia, autism spectrum disorders, learning differences or challenges attending the theater.
Digital program
Want to dig deeper? Download the digital program and play guide.
Artists
Cast
Robin Mayfield Detective Sergeant Tarrant
Liam McNulty Police Constable Higgs
Ramiz Monsef Andrew Wyke
Stanley Rushton Inspector Doppler
John Tufts Milo Tindle
Creative
Anthony Shaffer Playwright
Kimberly Senior Director
Todd Rosenthal Scenic Designer
Shahrzad Mazaheri Costume Designer
Anshuman Bhatia Lighting Designer
Jill BC Du Boff Sound Designer
Carla Steen Resident Dramaturg
Keely Wolter Resident Vocal Coach
Annie Enneking Fight Director
Jennifer Liestman, C.S.A. Resident Casting Director
Lyndsey R. Harter Stage Manager
Matthew Meeks Assistant Stage Manager
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