Solihull Arts Complex

Step into the world of the forensic investigation of sudden and suspicious death with Dr Richard Shepherd, the UK’s most distinguished forensic pathologist, as he returns to theatres with his captivating new tour: Time of Death – More Unnatural Causes. Following his acclaimed 2021 and 2022 tours, Dr Shepherd brings audiences an unmissable evening exploring the mysteries of life, death, and many minutes in between.

In the realm of forensic pathology time is crucial and holds the key to understanding the truth behind accidents, murders and unexplained deaths - whether it’s the exact moment of death needed to help solve a crime, or how long it would take to die or an understanding what happens in the minutes, days and weeks after death. All these different times help interpret the truths a body can tell.  Providing you ask the right questions.

Time of Death – More Unnatural Causes, explores why the understanding of the passing of time is one of the most important factors in unravelling the secrets of a life cut short.

With over 23,000 autopsies to his name, Dr Shepherd has worked on the cases that defined our times: The Spy in the Bag (Gareth Williams), the Hungerford Massacre, the sinking of the Marchioness, Joy, Gardner, the Princess Diana Inquiry, 9/11 terrorist attack, Jo Cox MP, London Bombings, Russian assassination squads and more. From facing serial killers to uncovering the truth behind freak accidents, his work has brought justice to many, overturned unsafe convictions and has shed light into humanity’s darkest corners.

Now, he invites you to look with him behind the headlines to understand the truths. From the chilling crime scenes to the silent evidence left behind by those long dead. Dr Shepherd will reveal the painstaking process of solving the ultimate puzzles of life and death.

But this is not just a night of Forensic Pathology, it’s a deeply personal insight of a man who has spent decades walking the line between life and death. Time of Death – More Unnatural Causes, offers a rare glimpse of how short life can be, how untimely death can be. And ultimately how a life surrounded by tragedy has shaped Dr Shepherd’s perspective on life.  And the ultimate costs of his extraordinary career.

Join the man who has faced death head-on and solved some of its greatest mysteries for an evening that promises to be utterly gripping, profoundly moving, and full of unexpected revelations. Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, fascinated by forensic medicine and science, or simply curious about the human condition, this is a very timely show and one that is not to be missed.