Booking Interactive Murder Mystery Theatre
Why Should You Try This?
Occupancy: Book rooms with a unique draw in addition to your existing amenities. Murder mystery performances are a proven attraction.
New Customers: Our shows bring first-timers to your property—impress them with food and service, and they’ll return.
Loyalty: We cultivate repeat audiences; many patrons come back whenever a new show opens.
Utilization: Fill otherwise dark banquet nights, boosting head counts and check averages.
Publicity: Expect increased visibility with press and word-of-mouth from our productions.
A No-Risk Opportunity to Boost Your Sales
Mystery Theatre Unlimited has thrived for years with interactive, music-parody comedy mysteries. Guests solve the “who done it,” and top detectives win a prize. No stage needed—everyone has a front-row seat.
What It Means for Your Venue
Revenue, occupancy, and a reputation for fun that drives word-of-mouth—and repeat business for mysteries and your other amenities.
What Will It Cost You?
Nothing up front. You pay us only for the guests who pay you. There’s no overhead risk.
What Do You Have to Do?
- Promote the mystery performances in your regular marketing.
- Make reservations staff aware and take bookings.
- Provide a single dressing room for our small cast (usually five).
On performance nights, you do what you do best—serve your guests. We handle the rest.
Tech Specs & Room Setup
- No stage required; we perform among tables.
- Open floor plan with ~8×10 ft “clear area” preferred.
- Access to standard power outlet (for small PA if needed).
- House lights at dining level—no special lighting required.
- Sound: we can provide a compact PA; venue system welcome.
We arrive ~60–90 minutes early for setup and sound check.
What Are the Shows Like?
Browse our show collection to see the variety and style of mysteries we create. We rotate through our extensive collection of more than 60 original titles and will work with you to select the perfect show for your venue and audience based on your needs, our cast availability, and seasonal themes.
Sample Event Timeline
- 6:00 pm — Doors open & seating
- 6:30 pm — Informal mingle with characters; appetizers & beverages
- 6:50 pm — Act I during/after salad
- 7:30 pm — Intermission; main entrée & dessert (optional)
- 8:10 pm — Act II & Q&A
- 8:40 pm — “Who Done It” audience guesses
- 8:50 pm — Act III: Solution; prizes for best detective & funniest answers
Show Pricing
You design the package that fits your property:
Single-Night Shows: Many venues price around double the retail average banquet plate (guideline only).
Weekend Shows: Consider an overnight package (room + meals + entertainment). Build our per-person price into your package and upsell extras.
What Do We Charge? Call for current per-person pricing. We charge only for paying customers—already included in your package.
Marketing Support
- Show blurbs & art assets for your website/social
- Cast photos and press-style copy on request
- Listing on our site calendar when public
Cancellations
We will not cancel a performance once booked. With 48 hours’ notice, you may cancel if necessary. A minimum guest count applies for single performances; if unmet, you may cancel or pay the minimum fee.
Questions about logistics or room setup? Email us—we’re happy to advise.