Murderers' Fatal Mistakes

On Monday, 2 November 2026, the Assembly Hall Theatre in Tunbridge Wells will host The Makings of a Murderer: Fatal Mistake, a true-crime stage production presented by award-winning investigative journalist and broadcaster Donal MacIntyre. This show is designed for anyone interested in the intricacies of murder investigations and the psychology of killers.

Donal MacIntyre is an Irish investigative journalist with a background in undercover operations and television exposés. He has worked with various notable publications, including The Guardian and The Daily Mail, and has presented several television series, including Donal MacIntyre: Unsolved, which revisits cold cases. MacIntyre is also a visiting professor of criminology at Birmingham City University, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the stage production.

The Makings of a Murderer: Fatal Mistake delves into the extraordinary true stories of killers who came terrifyingly close to escaping justice. MacIntyre examines the lies, destroyed evidence, and false alibis that nearly allowed these murderers to get away with their crimes. He also explores the tiny mistakes that ultimately led to their downfall, including forgotten witnesses, changes in behaviour, and chance discoveries.

The show draws on some of the most compelling murder investigations of modern times, offering a gripping and revealing look at the minds of killers who believed they had committed the perfect crime. MacIntyre takes audiences inside the hunt for these killers, explaining how investigators reconstructed what happened and found the weaknesses in each killer's attempt to avoid detection. Tickets are with the button beside the article.

The Makings of a Murderer: Fatal Mistake is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the world of true crime and the investigators who bring killers to justice. With its blend of gripping storytelling and expert analysis, this stage production is sure to captivate audiences. The show runs for 55 minutes, with a 20-minute interval, and is recommended for those aged 14 and above.