The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” the murderous musical comedy, is playing now at Theatre 29. The talented cast is clad with award-worthy costumes by an award-winning costume designer. Here’s reporter Rebecca Havely has more…
The Mystery of Edwin Drood” cast is clad with exceptional costumes by award-winning master costumer Kathryn Ferguson. She’s become renowned for her late 19-century construction. Recognized by the Desert Theatre League in 2014, she won the Star Award for “Best Costume Designer” for “The Importance of Being Earnest.” “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” is a who-done-it musical that takes place in a music hall in Victorian-era England. Unlike the aristocrats she dressed in “Earnest,” and this season’s “An Ideal Husband,” (both grand masterpieces), the current cast of characters are working class actors of the era. Plus all the actors in the musical play more than one character. Her biggest challenge for this show was designing and constructing costumes for the twins from the Orient. But in the end, the results are stunning. See for yourself and help solve the mystery of the murder of Edwin Drood.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood” runs Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m. through June 27 with a 2:30 p.m. matinee on Sunday, June 21. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for military and seniors, and $8 for students with ID. Reserve tickets by calling 760-361-4151 or visit theatre29.org.
