The Mousetrap Mystery Theatre Show in Dubai
The World's Longest-Running Mystery Play Comes to Dubai
Theatre enthusiasts and mystery lovers, prepare for an extraordinary theatrical experience as one of the most celebrated stage productions makes its way to Dubai. The art of suspense and the thrill of the unknown converge in what promises to be an unforgettable evening of classic drama.
The Mousetrap will grace the stage at Theatre by QE2 in Dubai, UAE on January 17-18, 2026, at 15:30. This legendary production brings Agatha Christie's masterful whodunnit to Middle Eastern audiences, continuing its remarkable journey as the world's longest-running play.
A Mystery That Has Captivated Audiences for Decades
Set in a remote country guesthouse cut off by snow, The Mousetrap presents a group of strangers who discover a murderer is among them. One by one, shocking secrets unfold until the final, spine-tingling moment. This gripping night of suspense will keep you guessing to the very end, challenging audiences to solve the mystery before the ultimate reveal.
First performed in 1952, The Mousetrap remains the longest-running play in theatre history — a testament to Christie's genius and her enduring title as the "Queen of Crime." For more than 70 years, this production has thrilled audiences in London's West End with its twists, tension and unforgettable reveal.
The Legacy of the Queen of Crime
Agatha Christie wrote 66 novels throughout her career and was awarded a damehood for services to literature. Her books have sold billions of copies worldwide - more than any other author after The Bible. She died on 12 January 1976, aged 85, leaving behind an incredible literary legacy. Notably, she gave the rights to the stage play to her then nine-year-old grandson, Matthew Prichard.
The original "whodunnit" that defined a genre continues to captivate new generations of theatre-goers. Visitors from all over the world continue to watch The Mousetrap and become part of the historic story of the show, keeping the secret of the plot with them.
Experience Theatre History in Dubai
Now it's your turn to experience this iconic stage classic that has captivated millions around the world. Can you solve the mystery before anyone else — and keep the secret once you do?
Tickets for The Mousetrap at Theatre by QE2 in Dubai are priced from AED 99. Don't miss your chance to be part of theatre history and witness this legendary production that has defined the mystery genre for over seven decades.
Secure your tickets now and prepare for an evening of suspense, intrigue, and masterful storytelling that will leave you questioning everything until the final curtain call.
