Murder For Two

About

This Portland Stage and Cortland Repertory Theatre co-production of Murder for Two, directed by Melanie Keller, is a hilarious, madcap mystery musical that blends music, mayhem, and murder. Two actors play thirteen roles while also sharing piano duties, delivering a high-energy tour de force. The staging relies on rapid shifts in accent and demeanor to distinguish the colorful suspects. Anita Stewart’s scenic design evokes the old, lived-in mansion of the murder victim. Musical comedy numbers such as “Protocol Says,” “He Needs a Partner,” and “A Friend Like You” are catchy and tightly crafted, propelling the action without an intermission. The result is a fast-paced, witty evening of theatrical sleight of hand and musical sparkle.