In the midst of life there is death. Cedric and Bunty discover the truth of the ancient adage when their joyous Grand Theatre reopening is shattered by the vicious murder of the leading man. In true theatrical tradition the show goes on as Miss Tayke investigates backstage. With Cedric and Bunty otherwise engaged, she recruits the services of new-found friends RAF Warrant Officer Blood, Sergeants Sonny Burke and Bunny Hare in a concerted endeavour to eliminate the suspects and expose the most unlikely of killers in a gripping climax …