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Emmy-winning actor Humphrey Ker will star as Sherlock Holmes in a festive new musical comedy. David Reed joins him as Dr. Watson in the production featuring original songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. The show, set to premiere in November 2025, follows Holmes investigating mysterious deaths linked to "The Twelve Days of Christmas." The cast also includes Margaret Cabourn-Smith and John Kearns in supporting roles.

Key Points: Emmy Winner Humphrey Ker Stars in Sherlock Holmes Christmas Comedy

  • Emmy winner Humphrey Ker plays Sherlock Holmes in a holiday comedy
  • David Reed co-stars as Dr. Watson in the musical whodunnit
  • Features original songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber
  • Premieres November 2025 at Birmingham Rep
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'Sherlock Holmes' Christmas comedy to feature Emmy Winner Humphrey Ker, David Reed

Humphrey Ker and David Reed lead a festive Sherlock Holmes musical whodunnit with songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

"The storyline involves a series of mysterious deaths among West End performers, with Holmes discovering an intriguing connection to 'The Twelve Days of Christmas.' – Variety"

Los Angeles, May 20

The cast of 'Sherlock Holmes and the Twelve Days of Christmas' has been unveiled.

Ahead of Sherlock Holmes Day on May 22, Birmingham Rep shared that Emmy Award winner Humphrey Ker and David Reed will take on the lead roles of Holmes and Dr Watson, as per Variety.

The new comedy whodunnit, set to bow at Birmingham Rep on November14, and run through January 11, 2026, will feature original songs by the legendary musical theater duo Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

The production will be helmed by Phillip Breen with Becky Hope-Palmer. The storyline involves a series of mysterious deaths among West End performers, with Holmes discovering an intriguing connection to "The Twelve Days of Christmas."

Ker, who recently took home an Emmy for his work as executive producer on FX/Disney+'s "Welcome to Wrexham," where he also serves as community director for the soccer club, will don the deerstalker as the famed detective. His recent credits include NBC's "American Auto" and Apple TV+'s "Mythic Quest."

Reed, whose television credits include "Endeavour," "Beyond Paradise," "Father Brown," and "Ghosts," will play Dr. Watson. His writing credits span radio comedy plays and the Audible Original series "Zeroes."

Margaret Cabourn-Smith and John Kearns will round out the cast as Mrs. Hudson and Lestrade, respectively.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Sherlock Holmes with Christmas theme and original songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber? This sounds like a perfect holiday treat! 🎄 Hope they bring this production to India someday. We have so many theatre lovers here who would adore this.
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Priya M.
Interesting concept but I hope they don't make it too comedic. Sherlock Holmes should retain some seriousness - that's what makes him iconic. The casting looks promising though!
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Arjun S.
As someone who grew up reading Sherlock Holmes stories in Delhi's old book markets, I'm excited but skeptical. The original stories had such depth - hope this adaptation does justice to Conan Doyle's genius.
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Neha P.
The combination of mystery and Christmas songs sounds unique! Reminds me of our own Bollywood masala movies that mix genres. Would love to see how British theatre handles this fusion. 😊
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Vikram J.
Not sure about the Christmas theme - Sherlock Holmes is timeless and shouldn't be limited to seasonal productions. But with Tim Rice involved, the music should be spectacular at least.
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Shalini R.
After the brilliant BBC Sherlock series, it's hard to imagine anyone else as Holmes. But Humphrey Ker seems like an interesting choice. Hope he brings something fresh to the character!

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