There’s something a bit voyeuristic about being a theatre-goer, isn’t there? We sit in the dark and watch people’s private lives unfold on stage. It’s exactly that feeling—that uncomfortable curiosity—that makes our next production at the Little Theatre so brilliant.
We’re deep into rehearsals for The Girl on the Train, and honestly, it’s keeping us all on edge.
More than just a commute
Most of us know the basic premise from Paula Hawkins’ book: Rachel Watson looks out the train window every day at a couple she’s named Jess and Jason. She’s built a whole fantasy around them—until she sees something she wasn’t supposed to.
But playing this out in our intimate space at the Little Theatre is a whole different animal. When you’re only a few feet away from the actors, Rachel’s spiralling world feels incredibly raw. You aren’t just watching a thriller; you’re stuck in the room with characters who are all, frankly, a bit unreliable.
Why we chose this one
We wanted something that felt modern, moody, and a little bit dangerous. It’s a massive challenge for our cast—the play jumps between memory and reality, and the tension in the rehearsal room is thick enough to cut with a knife.
It’s about the things we hide, the stories we tell ourselves to get through the day, and what happens when those stories fall apart.
Join us (if you’ve got the nerves for it)
We’ve been working hard on some clever staging to bring the movement of the London commuter belt to our small stage, and it’s looking fantastic. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the novel or you just love a good “whodunnit” that keeps you guessing until the final scene, you’re going to love this.
The Details:
- When: 13th – 21st February 2026
- Where: Right here at the Little Theatre.
- More information and tickets
Fair warning: you might find yourself looking a bit more closely at the houses you pass on your way home after the show.
