Deathtrap

by Ira Levin
Dates: September 10 – 28, 2025
Location: City Stage in Union Station
Directed by Ile Haggins

Featuring Brian Paulette*, Christina Schafer*, Sam Cordes, Val Fagan & Logan Black

*KCAT Ensemble Member

One of the longest running Broadway thrillers of all time comes to Kansas City audiences in September with Ira Levin’s seminal comedy-thriller, Deathtrap. A play that is “two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy” (Cue Magazine), will see a washed-up writer of Broadway thrillers struggling to find his next great idea. But when a student of his brings a thrilling new script to his doorstep, he sees a chance to make it big once more, and it might just be a chance he’ll kill for… Deathtrap is filled with twists and hilarity in equal measure, leaving audiences glued to the stage until its final moments.

Estimated runtime for Deathtrap is 2 hours and 15 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.

Content Warning: Deathtrap contains gunshots, stage violence, and blood. Deathtrap contains strong language and mention of suicide. Deathtrap contains a brief moment of flashing lights which may not be suitable for those with photosensitivity.

Ile Haggins – Director
Selena Gonzalez-Lopez – Scenic Designer
Daniella Toscano – Costume Designer
Zoe Spangler – Lighting Designer
Gianna Agostino – Sound Designer
Daisy Melton – Associate Sound Designer
Lacey Pacheco – Properties Designer
Tyler Lindquist – Technical Director & Fight Director

Pamela A. West – Production Stage Manager
Kyn Johnson – Assistant Stage Manager
Tinna Rivera – Production Assistant & Wardrobe Supervisor
John Rensenhouse* – Production Manager

Cast:
Brian Paulette* – Sidney Bruhl
Christina Schafer* – Myra Bruhl
Sam Cordes – Clifford Anderson
Val Fagan – Helga ten Dorp
Logan Black – Porter Milgrim

*KCAT Ensemble Member