Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Full £18.50 | Senior and Blue Light Card £16
VIP Package - £50
VIP package includes:
Premium Seated Ticket: Enjoy the show from some of the best seats in the house, ensuring an unobstructed view of the engaging presentation.
Exclusive Pre-Show Reception: Join us from 6:30 PM in the Regal Studio for a luxurious pre-show reception. Indulge in bubbles and a selection of gourmet canapés as you prepare for the evening’s event.
Meet & Greet Opportunity: Meet Dr. Harry Brünjes and Dr. Andrew Johns in person.
Join the High Sheriff for Worcestershire at 'Dial Medicine for Murder,' a unique charity fundraising event supporting Life Chances.
This engaging production explores the lives of Britain's infamous physicians, Dr. Harold Shipman and Dr. John Bodkin Adams. Presented by Dr. Harry Brünjes and Dr. Andrew Johns, it examines the complex psychologies and chilling crimes of two of the 20th century’s most notorious medical professionals. Set against a backdrop of a medical consultation, the show integrates in-depth analysis with contemporaneous film footage and news items to bring the stories of these men to life.
Dr. Harry Brünjes and Dr. Andrew Johns first met as medical students at Guy’s Hospital and have since followed distinguished paths in general medicine and forensic psychiatry, respectively. Their professional journeys have uniquely positioned them to present this compelling analysis. Dr. Brünjes had a close encounter with history as a junior doctor at Eastbourne Hospital, where Bodkin Adams died in 1983. Meanwhile, Dr. Johns has provided testimony in over 100 murder trials, including the inquiry into Harold Shipman, who murdered over 250 of his patients.
The origins of "Dial Medicine for Murder" trace back to Dr. Brünjes' purchase of Folkington Manor, a property frequently visited by Bodkin Adams after World War II. Intrigued by the sensational Bodkin Adams murder trial of 1957 and Shipman’s extensive killing spree, Drs. Brünjes and Johns developed a lecture for The Royal Society of Medicine. This academic initiative evolved into a docudrama and later a full stage production, gaining national attention and media coverage from outlets like BBC and ITV following its success at the Edinburgh Festival.
The presentation methodically contrasts the backgrounds, arrests, trials, and legacies of Shipman and Adams, while exploring the psychopathology behind their actions. Audience interaction is a key component, with viewers encouraged to engage with the presenters, leading to dynamic and thought-provoking debates. This interaction underscores the contemporary relevance of the cases, questioning the safeguards in place to prevent similar occurrences and examining the changes in medical regulations post-Shipman.
The show has been lauded for its high-quality, insightful content and the natural stage presence of the doctors, who provide a unique blend of professional insight and personal anecdotes. The intimate connection of the speakers to the historical events adds a profound depth to their analysis, enhancing the educational value of the production.
