19:45, Tue 18th – Sat 22nd November 2025 at ADC Theatre
Michaelmas Week 6
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death and/or dying, gambling
References to:
self-harm and/or other intentional self-injury, suicide, excessive or gratuitous violence, sexism, drugs/alcohol/substance abuse
Brief mentions of:
child abuse and/or paedophilia, animal cruelty and/or death, ableism
This term, The Spider’s Web comes to life at the ADC Theatre as the Freshers’ Play for Week 6. Directed, produced, and performed entirely by first-year students, this production offers a fresh and energetic take on Agatha Christie's tangled tale of secrets, deception, and unexpected twists. Prepare for an evening of sharp wit, classic intrigue, and a dash of farcical chaos.
Written by Agatha Christie, The Spider’s Web follows Clarissa Hailsham-Brown, the imaginative wife of a diplomat, who stumbles into a murder scene and decides to cover it up—only to find the situation slipping rapidly out of her control. Part mystery, part comedy, the play is a perfect showcase of Christie’s flair for suspense with a light-hearted twist.