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Drury Lane Theatre announces casting for this fall's DIAL M FOR MURDER

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Thu, 07/24/2025 - 4:37pm by laughingcat

Drury Lane Theatre continues its 2025/26 season with the modern thriller Dial M for Murder, in a new adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher from the original by Frederick Knott. Directed by Adam Immerwahr, Dial M for Murder runs September 3 – October 26, 2025, at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The press opening is scheduled for Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7pm.

An affair, a fortune on the line, and the perfect murder…But what happens when it all goes wrong?

The cast of Dial M for Murder includes Amanda Drinkall (Margot Wendice), Erik Hellman (Tony Wendice), Alexandra Silber (Maxine Hadley), Ian Paul Custer (Captain Lesgate), and Jonathan Weir (Inspector Hubbard).

The creative team includes Adam Immerwahr (director), Paige Hathaway (scenic design), Nicole Boylan (costume design), Emma Deane (lighting design), Joshua Schmidt (sound designer and composer), Cassie Schillo (properties design), Bridget Rzymski (hair and wig designer), David Blixt (intimacy/violence choreographer), Julie Foh (dialect coach), and Larry Baker (production stage manager).

Dial M for Murder will be presented at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace, September 3 – October 26, 2025. Single tickets are on sale and will be available by phone at (630) 530-0111 or online at www.drurylanetheatre.com. Groups of 10 or more can receive special group pricing.

Fact Sheet / Dial M for Murder

Title:      Dial M for Murder

A New Adaptation by:   Jeffrey Hatcher

From the Original by:   Frederick Knott

Directed by:   Adam Immerwahr

Cast:    Amanda Drinkall (Margot Wendice), Erik Hellman (Tony Wendice), Alexandra Silber (Maxine Hadley), Ian Paul Custer (Captain Lesgate), and Jonathan Weir (Inspector Hubbard). Understudies include Joe Edward Metcalfe (u/s Hubbard and Lesgate) and Nick Vidal (u/s Tony).

Creatives:    Paige Hathaway (scenic design), Nicole Boylan (costume design), Emma Deane (lighting design), Joshua Schmidt (sound designer and composer), Cassie Schillo (properties design), Bridget Rzymski (hair and wig designer), David Blixt (intimacy/violence choreographer), Julie Foh (dialect coach), and Larry Baker (production stage manager).

Dates:      September 3 – October 26, 2025

Press Opening:     Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7pm 

Schedule:    Wednesdays: 1:30 p.m.

                      Thursdays: 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

                      Fridays: 7:00 p.m.

                      Saturdays: 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

                      Sundays: 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.                                

Location:     Drury Lane Theatre at 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace

Tickets:     Tickets range from $75 - $150

Group discounts available to groups of 10 or more

Dining and show packages available

Senior discounts available

Box Office:     100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace

                          (630) 530-0111

                          Monday through Sunday from 10am to 5pm or visit DruryLaneTheatre.com

Season and Membership Information

The remainder of the 2025/2026 season includes a love letter to a country music icon in Always…Patsy Cline (June 11 - August 3, 2025); the riveting thriller Dial M for Murder (September 3 - October 26, 2025); the divine feel-good musical comedy Sister Act (November 12, 2025 - January 11, 2026) and the exhilarating music of the Miami Sound Machine in On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan (January 28 - March 22, 2026).

Drury Lane Theatre’s performance schedule for the 2025/2026 season is as follows: Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., Fridays at 7:00 p.m., Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Lock in your seats for a season of spectacular theatre with Drury Lane’s new Membership Program! Members have exclusive access to uniquely tailored benefits designed to enrich their Drury Lane experience, all at a cost savings of more than 50% off single ticket prices. Membership includes Tier One seating for all four Drury Lane Theatre productions, free ticket exchanges, dedicated dining credits at Lucille Restaurant, exclusive event invitations, Member pre-sales and unlimited single ticket discounts. Membership prices range from $228-$168. For more information, Call Memberships at 630-570-7280 or email membership@drurylane.com.

Group tickets start at $45 and Student group tickets start at just $35. On-site dining is available at Lucille Restaurant with convenient pre-show or post-show prix fixe menus. To book a group of 10 people or more, call Group Services at 630-570-7272 or email Groups@DruryLane.com.

Gift certificates to Drury Lane can be purchased in any denomination, never expire, and can be used for performances, at Lucille Restaurant or for Drury Lane Events. Gift certificates can be purchased online at drurylanetheatre.com/gift-certificates or by calling the box office.

Dining and Special Events

Excellence isn’t limited to the stage at Drury Lane! Before or after the show, theatergoers can indulge in delicious onsite dining at Lucille Restaurant featuring seasonal pre-fixe menus and an elevated atmosphere to complete their experience. Boasting over a century of collective expertise in hospitality, the dedicated team ensures that you will be cared for with freshly prepared meals, handcrafted cocktails, and exceptional service. At Drury Lane, everything is in one place, so you will never be late for your performance. 

About Drury Lane Theatre    

Built from scratch. Built in Oakbrook. Built for you. 

Founded by Anthony DeSantis over 70 years ago, Drury Lane remains a family-run organization under the leadership of President Kyle DeSantis. Drury Lane Theatre continues as a major force in the Chicagoland theatre scene, producing world-class theatre in collaboration with some of the nation’s leading actors, directors, and creative minds. Drury Lane Theatre produces the highest quality theatrical experience that immerses and supports artists and audiences in the exploration of what it means to be human and to experience the transcending power of the performing and visual arts. Drury Lane strives to create an environment in which every individual or group is welcomed, respected, supported, valued and able to fully experience and participate in this transformative art form. 

The theatre has staged more than 2,000 productions and has been nominated for over 360 Joseph Jefferson Awards. Drury Lane proudly employs thousands of professional actors, musicians, designers, and crew members to entertain upwards of nine million audience members and counting.

 

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