'Deathtrap' To Leave Legacy Of Fun, Suspense at Branford Theater

BRANFORD — The team at the Legacy Theatre, Branford’s own regional, professional theater on the shoreline, will open its second mainstage production of the 2022 season.

"Deathtrap," a show described by Cue Magazine as “two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy,” will play Thursdays through Saturdays at the theater from June 2 to June18.

Deathtrap follows the story of Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, who, comfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home, is struggling to overcome a dry spell that has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds.

A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway smash.

Bruhl’s plan, devised with his wife’s help, is to offer collaboration to the student for co-credit.
Or is it? Deathtrap provides twists and turns of devilish cleverness and offers hilariously sudden shocks.

Mark Zeisler takes the helm as the director of the production, with Richard Squeri handling combat and intimacy.

Zeisler’s credits include the direction of American Buffalo for Elm Shakespeare, and numerous acting credits including A View from the Bridge, Brooklyn Boy and The Big Knife, all on Broadway.

Deathtrap is set to star Philip Callen and Mariah Sage in the roles of Sidney and Myra Bruhl, respectively, with Mary Ann Frank, Josiah Rowe and Bryce Smith rounding out the cast.

Tickets can be bought online at Legacy’s website, LegacyTheatreCT.org.

Tickets can also be purchased in-person or via phone at the box office during open hours, which can be found in the footer of Legacy’s website.

The Box Office can be reached at 203-315-1901. Tickets to the production are $35 to $60. Production is not suitable for children under 15 and includes adult language, blank firearm use and violence.

The Legacy Theatre is in the village of Stony Creek in Branford.

In keeping with Connecticut safety guidelines, masks are required for non-vaccinated patrons when in the building and are also strongly recommended for those who have been vaccinated, though not required.

Legacy has a state-of-the-art air filtration system and the theater is cleaned and sanitized after every performance.

Tickets are on sale now at LegacyTheatreCT.org or through the box office at 203-315-1901. Naming opportunities and sponsorships are still available. For more information, email Gina@LegacyTheatreCT.org.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit this link to the Legacy Theatre website.