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Hamilton: Cast and creative team announce for “Murder on the Orient Express”

Thursday, February 5, 2026

The world of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express is pulling into the station — and today, we’re thrilled to introduce the extraordinary cast and creative team, led by legendary director Morris Panych, bringing this iconic mystery to life beginning March 4.

Detective Hercule Poirot is aboard the Orient Express when an unlikeable wealthy American is murdered. As the debonair detective investigates, he encounters a cast of intriguing passengers, including the glamorous Mrs. Hubbard and the enigmatic Princess Dragomiroff. With his unparalleled eye for detail and keen instincts, Poirot uncovers secrets and motives as he seeks the truth behind the murder in this suspenseful tale of deception, revenge and justice.

Led by a powerhouse company of performers and visionary designers, this production transforms the stage into a luxurious 1930s railcar packed with secrets, suspense, and unforgettable characters. At the centre of it all? The meticulous Hercule Poirot, played by Daniel Kash, determined to solve a murder before the train reaches its final stop.

Climb aboard, meet the artists behind the ride of the season, and secure your seats before they disappear.

AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS

Adapted for the stage by KEN LUDWIG

Directed by MORRIS PANYCH

CAST:

Mark Crawford — Hector McQueen

Zahir Gilani — Michel (The Conductor/Head Waiter)

Martin Happer — Colonel Arbuthnot / Samuel Ratchett

Daniel Kash — Hercule Poirot

Nora McLellan — Helen Hubbard

Kristen Peace — Countess Andrenyi

Pamela Mala Sinha — Princess Dragomiroff

Birgitte Solem — Gretta Ohlsson

Brendan Wall — Monsieur Bouc

Kiana Woo — Mary Debenham

CREATIVE TEAM:

Morris Panych — Director

Brandon Kleiman — Set & Costume Designer

Mikael Kangas – Lighting Designer

Ranil Sonnadara — Sound Designer

Wayne Kelso – Composer

Beatrice Campbell — Stage Manager

THEATRE AQUARIUS

190 KING WILLIAM ST, HAMILTON, ON L8R 1A8

MAR 4, 2026 TO

MAR 29, 2026

2 HRS 10 MINUTES INCLUDING A 20 MINUTE INTERMISSION

BOX OFFICE:

TICKETS START AT $25 (plus taxes + fees)

905.522.7529 OR 1.800.465.7529 theatreaquarius.org.