Secrets ripple beneath the surface and danger lurks in every shadow as Winters Theatre Company invites audiences aboard for a voyage they’ll never forget. From Aug. 1 to 17, the legendary mystery of Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Nile” unfolds in chilling fashion under the direction of Shane Robert.

Set on a luxurious paddle steamer gliding along the Nile River, what begins as a glamorous honeymoon cruise quickly turns sinister. A brutal murder shatters the tranquility, and with no way to escape the boat, every passenger becomes a suspect. Love, jealousy, greed… the motives are many. The truth? Buried in silence.

“I’ve had the honor of playing Canon Pennefather twice, and each time the story revealed something new—something I didn’t feel before,” says Robert. “It’s been equally rewarding to pass the role on to Chris, who’s brought a fresh perspective and remarkable depth to the character. Watching his process and hearing his thoughts and ideas about his version of Pennefather helped me see a side of the Canon I had never noticed. It’s truly been a full-circle experience, and I’m honored to be directing this amazing cast.”

Murder on the Nile performances will take place on August 1-3, 8-10, and 15-17, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at The Winters Opera House, located at 13 Main St. Tickets are available at Winterstheatre.org.

As the current carries the boat deeper into mystery, one question remains: Whodunnit?