The 39 Steps at Vertigo Theatre

The 39 Steps at Vertigo Theatre, in downtown Calgary, offers a laugh-filled spy mystery that keeps theatre lovers on the edge of their seats. Adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan and the Alfred Hitchcock film, this fast-paced production follows Richard Hannay after a beautiful spy is murdered in his home, sending him on a countrywide chase to clear his name. A mysterious organization, determined killers, the police and even a jealous husband are all in pursuit as the plot twists across the stage. This two-time Tony Award-winning film-noir spoof features a cast of four playing more than 150 eccentric characters, complete with an onstage plane crash and a dash of old-fashioned romance. With nonstop laughs and inventive staging, it delivers an energetic night out for visitors looking to experience Calgary’s live theatre scene.