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November 13, 2026

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November 22, 2026

SYNOPSIS

An award winning drama
Based on the bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins and DreamWorks film.
Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel

Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

The girl on the Train has never been produced by TCT or HHT

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
(www.concordtheatricals.com)

Content warning:
The Girl on the Train contains mature themes including violence, alcohol addiction, infertility and reproductive loss, sexually suggestive situations, and strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.

CO-PRODUCERS

MEDIA SPONSORS

AUDITIONS

Completed

TICKET DATES

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

SHOW TIMES

Production Dates

Friday, November 13 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 14 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 15 – 2:00 PM

Friday, November 20 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 21 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 22 – 2:00 PM

Production Staff & Cast

STAFF & CREW

PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director – DJ Canfield
Stage Manager –  Mary Laura Barnett

CAST

Rachel – Briana Hightower
Anna – Kristin James*
Megan – Taylor Bremer*
Tom – Matt Escobar
Scott – Abel Blake
Kamal Abdic – K Wilson
Gaskill – Tom McElroy
Admin. Assistant / Cop – Spencer Hamelin
*Denotes TCT Debut

Thank you to everyone! This was a super exciting weekend of auditions! Our first read-through is Wednesday, September 30 at 7:00 PM. Please remember email Jason@topekacivictheatre.com to accept your role.