Milwaukee Repertory Theater continues its inaugural season in the Associated Bank Theater Center with Mrs. Christie, a witty, effervescent new play that blends mystery, memory, and the magic of storytelling. Mrs. Christie, written by Wisconsin native Heidi Armbruster, runs April 14 – May 10, 2026, in the Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater. Mrs. Christie is a part of Milwaukee Rep’s Agatha Christie Festival, a citywide celebration of Agatha Christie and her enduring legacy that centers around the final two plays of the 2025/26 Season – Mrs. Christie and And Then There Were None.
Set 100 years after Agatha Christie’s real‑life 11‑day disappearance, Mrs. Christie follows a devoted superfan who stumbles upon clues that may finally crack the century‑old mystery. What begins as a literary obsession becomes a heartfelt coming‑of‑age journey—one that celebrates writers, womanhood, and the stories that shape our lives. With humor, heart, and the thrill of a good old‑fashioned whodunit, Mrs. Christie invites audiences to rediscover the “Queen of Mystery” through a fresh, contemporary lens.
WATCH a sneak peek of Mrs. Christie here!
The cast of Mrs. Christie includes Matt Bowdren (A Doll’s House, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre) as Archie, Blake Hamilton Currie (Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Court Theatre) as William / Collins, Amira Danan (A Christmas Carol, Goodman Theatre) as Nancy / Chloe, Zoë Sophia Garcia (One House Over, Milwaukee Rep) as Lucy, Dale Hodges (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park) as Jane, Betsy Hogg (Peter and the Starcatcher, Broadway) as Charlotte / Mary, Alex Keiper (Much Ado About Nothing, Milwaukee Rep) as Agatha and William Sturdivant (The Lehman Trilogy, Milwaukee Rep) as Monsieur.
Mrs. Christie is written by Wisconsin native Heidi Armbruster who was last seen on Milwaukee Rep stages in Wife of a Salesman and God of Carnage. The play is directed by Joanie Schultz (Frida…A Self Portrait, Milwaukee Rep) with set design by Se Hyun Oh (The Chinese Lady, Alliance Theatre) costume design by Valérie Thérèse Bart (Dial M for Murder, Guthrie Theater), lighting design by Keith Parham (Wife of a Salesman, Milwaukee Rep), sound design by Thomas Dixon (Frida…A Self Portrait, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park), dramaturgy by Deanie Vallone (McNeal, Milwaukee Rep).
Mrs. Christie is presented by Diane & Clark Slipher with Executive Producer Bob Balderson. It is a John (Jack) D. Lewis New Play Development Program Production and a co-production with Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park.
To purchase tickets to Mrs. Christie, go to www.MilwaukeeRep.com, call the Ticket Office at 414-224-9490 or visit in-person at 108 E Wells Street in downtown Milwaukee.
Fans of Agatha Christie are invited to Milwaukee Rep’s Agatha Christie Festival, a citywide celebration of Agatha Christie and her enduring legacy. With a wide range of experiences designed for all ages this dynamic festival explores the art of mystery—on the page, on stage and beyond. Centered around the final two plays of the 2025/26 Season – Mrs. Christie and And Then There Were None – The Agatha Christie Festival provides a 360-degree look at the life and work of the “Queen of Mystery.”
The Agatha Christie Festival launches at MKE Film with a special screening of the 1978 classic Death on the Nile at the iconic Oriental Theatre on Tuesday, March 31. The celebration continues across the city with a wide range of events: a Page‑to‑Stage conversation with Christopher Chan—International Goodwill Ambassador for Agatha Christie Ltd—at Boswell Books on April 7; Whodunit Wednesdays, a reading series throughout April and May at Milwaukee Public Libraries; Agatha Christie Trivia Night on April 20 in the Stackner Cabaret; High Tea at the Pfister; Pride Nights; Immersive acting courses for adults and teens; and even a Wag‑Atha Christie day at the Downtown Milwaukee Dog Park, complete with a sleuthing stroll for dogs and their owners alike. Full details and additional events are available below and at www.MilwaukeeRep.com/Agatha.
For more information, please visit www.MilwaukeeRep.com
::Fact Sheet::
Mrs. Christie
By Heidi Armbruster
Directed by Joanie Schultz
April 14 – May 10, 2026
Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater
Running time: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes with one intermission.
Recommended Age: 12 and up
Community Nights:
Teen Night: Tuesday, April 14– For only $15 enjoy the show and a pre-show dinner with the Teen Council
Pride Night: Thursday, April 16 - Enjoy pre-show social hour with complimentary wine and beer plus the sale of a ticket for $50 a person.
Post-Show Experiences:
Special TalkBack: April 15 - Join Mrs. Christie playwright Heidi Armbruster as she offers insight into the creation of the play and a deeper look at the lift and legacy of Agatha Christie.
Wine and Words: Post show April 16 and 22. Grab a complimentary glass of wine and join Wisconsin Public Radio Host Jason Heilman and Rep Associate Artistic Director Laura Braza after the show for a lively in-depth conversation.
Panel: Tuesday, April 21 – Fandoms Unpacked with Community, Culture and Connection
TalkBacks: Thursdays following the performance April 23 and May 7.
The Night Cap: Post show Wednesday, April 29. Post-Show Jazz & Cocktail/Mocktail Crafting Event
Unwind after the show with a live jazz trio as you mix your own signature drink using a curated selection of mini spirits, juices, and mixers. One drink per person included.
Access Services
Audio-Described Performance: Tuesday, April 21 at 6:30pm – the show will be described for patrons who are blind or have low vision.
ASL Performance: Friday, May 8 at 7:30pm – the show will be signed for the deaf or hard of hearing.
Open-Captioned Performances with GalaPro, a real-time closed caption app
Thursday, April 23, 7:30pm
Wednesday, April 29, 1:30pm
Sunday, May 10, 2pm
Ticket Information
Tickets: www.MilwaukeeRep.com, by phone at 414-224-9490, or Ticket Office at 108 E Wells Street, Milwaukee.
Hours: 12noon – 6pm; on performance days the Ticket Office remains open until 15 minutes past curtain.
Student Discounts: Students 18 and under can purchase $25 tickets for select seating areas.
25 & Under: Select $25 tickets available for patrons 25 & Under. (Select 25 & Under price at checkout online)
Group Sales: Discounted tickets for parties of 10+. Call 414-290-5340.
About Milwaukee Repertory Theater
Milwaukee Rep is the largest performing arts organization in Wisconsin. Its new artistic home, the Associated Bank Theater Center, opened Fall 2025 with three unique performance venues—the Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater, Herro-Franke Studio Theater, and Stackner Cabaret. For over seven decades, Milwaukee Rep has been a centerpiece of Milwaukee’s vibrant arts and cultural scene with productions ranging from Broadway musicals to Shakespeare to American Classics and New Works that are entertaining, inclusive and impactful. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman, Milwaukee Repertory Theater ignites positive change in the cultural, social and economic vitality of its community by creating world-class theater experiences that entertain, provoke and inspire meaningful dialogue among an audience representative of Milwaukee’s rich diversity. More information visit www.MilwaukeeRep.com