SINISTER, stylish and stunning - a murder mystery with a difference is at the Everyman in Cheltenham from next Monday.

Murder by Misadventure is a tale of double-crossing and dastardly deeds, starring Robert Powell and Liza Goddard.

Thriller writers Harold Kent and Paul Riggs have enjoyed considerable success on the small screen but Harold wants to dissolve their partnership.

Paul threatens blackmail, prompting Harold to conspire with his wife to kill him.

Everything appears to go smoothly, however, the plotters are in for some nasty surprises, and everything is not as it seems.

The play runs until September 29. Tickets on 01242 573573 or www.everymantheatre.org.uk