The Suspects Are In: Meet the Cast of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
Pictured Left to Right: Vicki Dempsey, Kristie Bradshaw, Brodie Mann, Adrienne Fisk, Emmett Frohn, Brennan Hills, Ruth Kummerow, Allyson Riley, Tim Hake, Mike Robinson
The suspects are assembled, and the tension is palpable as we introduce the cast of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, based on Agatha Christie’s iconic mystery and adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig. This suspenseful and stylish thriller will take audiences on a first-class ride filled with twists, turns, and an unforgettable whodunit. Performances run September 12-14 and 18-21.
The passengers of The Orient Express include Emmett Frohn as Hercule Poirot, Ruth Kummerow as Mary Debenham, Mike Robinson as Monsieur Bouc, Tim Hake as Hector MacQueen, Vicki Dempsey as Princess Dragomiroff, Allyson Riley as Greta Ohlsson, Adrienne Fisk as Countess Andrenyi, Kristie Bradshaw as Helen Hubbard, Brodie Mann as Arbuthnot/Ratchett, and Brennan Hills as Michel/Head Waiter.
The conductor of this thrilling ride is Guest Director, Ron Ziegler.
“Bringing this classic Agatha Christie tale to the stage with this solid, able cast is an immense pleasure,” adds Ziegler, “The enduring appeal of Christie’s storytelling, combined with the complexity of her characters, offers both cast and audience an experience that is rich in suspense and dramatic nuance.”
While the mystery unfolds onstage, this incredible production team is pulling the strings behind the curtain: Quinton Metcalf as Stage Manager, Seth Campbell as Scenic Designer, Valerie Hernandez as Costume Designer, Wesley Cone as Lighting Designer, Me Crouch as Props Master, Erik “RED” Larsen as Accent Coach, Jay Trimble as Sound Designer/Mixer, Marissa Rabe as Assistant Stage Manager, and Jason Washington as Assistant Stage Manager.
Audiences can go behind the scenes during Discovery Night on Tuesday, September 2, at 6:00 p.m. This free, interactive event features a discussion with the creative team, a Q&A, and a scene from the play (no spoilers!). Ticket holders for the Friday, September 19 performance are invited to stick around afterwards for a special Talk Back with the cast and crew.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS arrives at the QCT stage September 12-14 & 18-21. Flex Season Ticket holders can reserve seats beginning August 5, with general ticket sales opening August 19. Seating is reserved.
We welcome volunteers, old and new, to be a part of the excitement to help build the set, scan tickets, usher, and more. Visit our Volunteer page or call the QCT Box Office at 217-222-3209 to get involved or learn more.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS is sponsored by Adams Fiber and KHQA.
Quincy Community Theatre’s 2025 season is proudly sponsored by Gardner Denver and Knapheide Manufacturing.