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Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder

A Murderous Musical Comedy

October 16 to November 3, 2024

Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman
Music and Lyrics by Steven Lutvak
Based on a Novel by Roy Horniman

Winner of the Tony Award® for Best Musical and acclaimed by audiences and critics as a "knock-’em-dead, uproarious hit," A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder is an outrageous romp filled with unforgettable music and non-stop laughs!

In 1907 London England, penniless clerk Monty Navarro is delighted to learn that he’s eighth in line for an earldom in the esteemed D’Ysquith family. Figuring the odds of outliving his predecessors are slight, he sets off down a sinister path knocking off his relatives one by one with his sights set on the family title and fortune. 

All the while, this loveable cad has to juggle his mistress (she’s after more than just love), his fiancée (she’s his cousin, but who’s keeping track?), and the constant threat of being caught! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to the inheritance … and be done in time for tea. 

Don't miss this hilarious whodunit adored by murder mystery and musical theatre lovers alike.

Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Running Time: 2 hrs and 30 minutes, including 20 minute intermission.

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Thoroughly entertaining and engaging show. Flawless performance by all actors. Funny script that is refreshingly original, full of unexpected twists in the plot. Great music and set design. I'd see it again.
Carol W, Cambridge
Drayton Entertsinment lives up to its name, they never fail to entertain. We loved A Gentlemans Guide. Lots of laughter. The actors were superb, especially the gentleman that played all the parts of the D'Ysquith family, such vitality and energy.
Debora B, Wasaga Beach
The acting,singing and dancing were all first class. A definite five star performance.
Bill Anderson, Woodstock
Everything about the production was 5 Star starting with the sets, changing of the sets, the costumes, the fast pace and overall, the individual performances of every actor. Keep up the great work! A special thanks to the performers for their excellent contribution to the musical.
Alexs C, Oakville
Great production!
Doreen B, Cambridge Ontario

Meet The Artists

Charlotte Moore and Daniel Greenberg in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Drayton Entertainment, 2024 Season. Directed & Choreographed by Adam Cates; Music Directed by Nico Rhodes; Set Design by Ryan Howell; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Stage Manager Paul Pembleton; Assistant Stage Manager Nadene Riehl; Apprentice Stage Manager Lyrie Murad. Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
 In this image from A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, two actors are engaged in a comedic moment. The woman, dressed in a Victorian-era black and white ensemble with lace details and a bonnet, stands with a humorous expression, leaning forward. Beside her, a man in a vest and striped shirt mirrors her posture, both leaning toward the audience. The background is dimly lit with purple and warm tones, enhancing the playful and theatrical mood of the scene. A small side table with a teacup is visible in the background.
Company in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Drayton Entertainment, 2024 Season. Directed & Choreographed by Adam Cates; Music Directed by Nico Rhodes; Set Design by Ryan Howell; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Stage Manager Paul Pembleton; Assistant Stage Manager Nadene Riehl; Apprentice Stage Manager Lyrie Murad. Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
 In this image from A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, a group of actors is posed mid-dance in a lively, stylized formation. The performers, dressed in Edwardian-era costumes with long skirts and hats, stand in front of a grand backdrop of a large estate. The central actor, in a tailored suit, crouches with arms outstretched while the others mirror his raised-arm gestures. The set is adorned with suits of armor, giving the scene a grand, historical atmosphere, enhanced by the warm lighting on stage.
Daniel Greenberg and Ellen Denny in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Drayton Entertainment, 2024 Season. Directed & Choreographed by Adam Cates; Music Directed by Nico Rhodes; Set Design by Ryan Howell; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Stage Manager Paul Pembleton; Assistant Stage Manager Nadene Riehl; Apprentice Stage Manager Lyrie Murad. Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn
 In this image from A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, two characters are seated together on an elegant Victorian-style loveseat. The man, dressed in a dark suit, gazes lovingly at the woman beside him, who holds a bouquet of flowers and wears a dark, period-appropriate gown. Behind them, a suit of armor stands guard, adding a touch of grandeur and formality to the scene. The actors’ expressions and intimate positioning suggest a tender or emotional moment between the characters.
Tyler Murree, Elena Howard-Scott, Daniel Greenberg, Ellen Denny and Karen Wood in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Drayton Entertainment, 2024 Season. Directed & Choreographed by Adam Cates; Music Directed by Nico Rhodes; Set Design by Ryan Howell; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Stage Manager Paul Pembleton; Assistant Stage Manager Nadene Riehl; Apprentice Stage Manager Lyrie Murad. Photography by Cheryl Oudshoorn.
 In this image from A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, five characters are seated at a long dining table, with a grand castle painting as the backdrop. The man on the far left, dressed in a red coat, raises a glass as he interacts with a seated woman in a royal gown. The other characters look shocked or engaged in conversation, with one woman on the far right standing and gesturing dramatically. The set includes suits of armor, giving the scene an opulent, formal atmosphere, while the chandelier above adds to the grandeur.

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A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com