Bridgerton actor James Bradwell has opened up about taking on the iconic role of Sgt Gavin Troy in the Midsomer Murders stage play alongside Daniel Casey
Bridgerton star James Bradwell has shared his experience of portraying Sgt Gavin Troy in the stage production of Midsomer Murders.
The actor, known for his portrayal of Lord Basilio in Bridgerton, is appearing alongside Daniel Casey, who originally played Sgt Troy in the ITV series with John Nettles but has since taken on the lead detective role of DCI Tom Barnaby in the theatrical version.
Last year, the duo assumed the principal roles in a stage adaptation of Caroline Graham’s The Killings at Badger’s Drift, which served as the pilot for the ITV programme.
In a recent interview, the actor discussed his experience working with Daniel and whether he experienced any “pressure” in taking on the character of Sgt Troy.
Speaking to Jadar, James shared, “I felt that pressure when I was cast, and I was able to reach out to Dan. Dan has been so generous, and so lovely with his time for me, and being really intent on having our own dynamic that feels like our own detective buddy feeling, in the same way that he had such a longstanding rapport with John Nettles.
“But he was very clear from day one. He said he’s in the same boat since he’s stepping into John Nettles’ shoes, and those are big shoes to fill. And so that pressure was eased because we were both sort of went through that experience together.”
As the present tour draws to a close, it has been announced that Daniel will reprise his role as DCI Tom Barnaby in 2027, though it remains unclear whether James will accompany him in the extended tour.
This second tour will present the same narrative but with a fresh ensemble of performers, reports the Express.
The synopsis reveals: “Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy Bellringer refuses to accept it was an accident.
“DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin, Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering a world of hidden passions, long-buried secrets and deadly rivalries.”
The Killings at Badger’s Drift served as the original pilot episode for Midsomer Murders in 1997 and was the opening instalment of the book series by Caroline Graham.
The tour is scheduled to commence in Birmingham on 23 April and conclude in Newcastle on 31 July 2027.
“Since returning to the world of Midsomer last October, it has been such a delight to see the incredible reaction of people around the UK and Ireland to our theatre version of The Killings at Badger’s Drift and, most importantly for me, getting my dear friend John Nettles’ seal of approval after he saw it in Truro,” Daniel shared in a recent interview with the Radio Times.
“So it is wonderful that, after such a successful first tour, we will be touring to even more venues in 2027. Thank you to all those people who have shown such love for the play, and I can’t wait to bring it to a whole new audience in some wonderful new venues in 2027.”
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