A show that blends immersive true-crime storytelling and live jury drama will be coming to the Hall for Cornwall, Truro, on Saturday, May 23.

After three tours and more than 125,000 audience members serving as jurors, the production from Tigerslane Studios returns with Murder Trial Tonight IV: Death of a Landlord.

Known for blurring the lines between stagecraft and social experiment, Murder Trial Tonight continues to push the boundaries of courtroom drama and immersive storytelling.

A fresh case will once again puts audience in the front row to a true crime that echoes long after the gavel strikes.

Victor Sloane, a powerful landlord, is discovered dead in his office - his young child the only witness. Tenant, Tre Bennet, struggling with mental health challenges and eviction threats, is charged with the murder.

As jurors, the audience will hear prosecution and defence counsels argue their case, witnesses being cross-examined, and critical evidence brought to the table. Then, by order of the judge, you’ll deliberate in real time with fellow audience members and deliver a verdict: guilty or not guilty.

At the close of the trial, the shocking real-life outcome of the case is revealed on the big screen.

“This isn’t just a show. It’s a test of our own biases and empathy,” said director Graham Watts, returning for a fourth time. “It forces you to confront uncomfortable truths about society and our justice system.”

The show has captivated seasoned theatre-goers and first-time visitors, sparking debate long after the curtain falls.

“These cases follow you home,” says founder and writer Steve Cummings. “Jurors don’t stop dissecting every twist and turn once they leave the courtroom. Hours, or even days, later, whether at the dinner table, in a pub or online, the debates are still raging.”

To book tickets, visit: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk/whats-on/murder-trial-tonight-iv/#Details_in