North by Northwest

Emma Rice’s take on North by Northwest doesn’t just restage Hitchcock’s classic—it gleefully rips it apart and reassembles it for the stage, with all the wit and invention you’d expect from her. The chase scenes are as much about theatrical ingenuity as suspense, swapping cinematic spectacle for clever stagecraft and a knowing wink. The famous crop-duster sequence? Let’s just say you’ll never look at a toy plane the same way again. Rice’s knack for balancing high-stakes tension with sly humor keeps the story moving at a clip, and the cast leans into the absurdity of mistaken identity with real relish. If you think you know the story, you’ll still find yourself surprised by how much fun it is to watch it unfold live. This is a rare chance to see a film classic reimagined with genuine affection and a healthy dose of mischief.