Exclusive Interview: Leta Chrisman of Stagecrafters’ ‘Murder on the Orient Express’
I’ve never ridden a train before in my life, unless you count the one at the Detroit Zoo, which seems like something everyone should do at least once in their life. However, if the train ride is anything like that in Murder on the Orient Express, I might think twice before stepping into the stagecoach. Stagecrafters’ is bringing Ken Ludwig’s adaptation of Agatha Christie’s novel to their Main Stage over in Royal Oak, MI, an experience that will be as mesmerizing as it is chilling! We recently spoke with Leta Chrisman, who is serving as conductor for this production, about what it took to bring Murder on the Orient Express to the stage and what audiences can expect from this show at Stagecrafters!
In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Chrisman talks about what drew her to this project (hint: she has a deep love for the novel, and a passion for reading!) and what it’s like to take a story that so many people know and give audiences something new and unexpected. She discusses the challenges of bringing a train to Stagecrafter’s main stage and how lighting and sound help create a full picture for this production.
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All aboard for Stagecrafters’ Murder on the Orient Express!
It’s time to gather your boarding passes and secure your luggage, as Stagecrafters’ Murder on the Orient Express is about to take off! Opening tonight and running through March 1st, so get your tickets to ride from their website! Are you excited to catch this production of Murder on the Orient Express? Think you can solve the murder before Hercule Poirot? Share your thoughts on social media and tag @bsb.insider to continue this conversation!
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