Written by award-winning playwright Gina Gionfriddo and directed by Nikolai Foster, the iconic psychological thriller has made its way from the page and screen to the stage for its world premiere, bringing Thomas Harris's chilling story across the UK! 

This gripping new adaptation features John Partridge (EastEnders, Cabaret) as Hannibal Lecter, Mollie Gallagher (Coronation Street) as Clarice Starling, Oliver Farnworth (Emmerdale) as Agent Jack Crawford and Sam Jackson (Skins) as Buffalo Bill. Written by award-winning playwright Gina Gionfriddo and directed by Nikolai Foster.

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The Silence of the Lambs Reviews

But what have the critics made of it? From "a killer production" that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats to "electrifying" moments and a "stunning world premiere", here's what the critics are saying about The Silence of the Lambs...

"All of the cast work hard to bring the story to life on stage and I would like to mention Mark Peachey who plays the mildly eccentric etymological expert Noble Pilcher for adding some subtle humour to a dark and dangerous piece of theatre. Also bravo to Curve returnee Jo Mousely who excels in her part of the Senator Ruth Martin, desperate to free her daughter in Buffalo Bill's captivity at all costs.

From captive and captivity comes the word captivate or the verb to be captivated. Either way, I can guarantee you will be capitally captivated by Curve's stunning world premiere of The Silence of The Lambs. Runs at Curve until 15th August then tours the UK and Ireland."
- East Midlands Theatre

"The Silence of the Lambs on stage? It's a surprisingly tasty treat
With some finessing, the first theatre adaptation of Thomas Harris's novel could yet prove a hit"
- The Telegraph

"The Silence of the Lambs is a killer production that manages to keep you on the edge of your seat from the very second it begins. Another roaring success for Curve, which once again takes a chance on something innovative and exciting, and proves that taking a risk can really pay off!"
- Theatre & Tonic

"The standout of the production is Michael Taylor's set. Its industrial, grimy prison aesthetic transitions seamlessly into multiple locations, with clever touches that consistently elevate the storytelling. Lecter's cell - doubling as an elevated platform for Gumb - creates an oppressive, claustrophobic atmosphere that anchors the entire piece. George Reeve's visual projections are striking, heightening the drama throughout, while Carolyn Downing's sound design and Howard Hudson's lighting work in tandem to intensify key moments and enrich the overall experience. Props, particularly the prosthetics, are exceptional, adding a gruesome, visceral layer that deepens the production's darker tone."
- Fairy Powered Productions

"Hannibal Lecter's daring stage outing is a shock to the system
Curve, Leicester
There are electrifying - and also queasy - moments in this version of the classic 90s horror about the interrogation of a psychotic psychiatrist by an FBI rookie"
- The Guardian

"Plenty to make the squeamish balk. Ambitious, action-packed production of the grisly psychodrama is best when diverging from the film,"
- The Stage