Classic Murder Mystery
from £1,995Our Classic Murder Mystery gives you a team of five professional actors that will present an semi-immersive murder experience that runs in real-time over dinner. The actors are in the room throughout, and the story unfolds over 2.5hrs. You and your guests will witness as the action plays out, murders occur and clues and evidence are discovered.
This is no dry, scripted play, our events are dynamic and laughter-filled; the characters / suspects perform face-to-face with your guests, spending time at each table and weaving our tale of intrigue with a gentle, family-friendly humour.
“Miss Mapletree was a tour de force of improvised comedy; hilarious and totally on the ball throughout. Incredible!”
Perfect Murder's Agatha Christie-inspired murder mysteries are all written in-house, and our actors arrive in full theatrical costume. The Classic Murder Mystery is based on a slightly simplified storyline, presented by five professional actors.
Whether you are arranging a private event for family and friends, a business event for clients or colleagues, our Classic Murder Mystery provides the perfect mix of period-set murder mystery fun, comedy and laughter that will surely impress your guests.
“Uniquely humorous and quintessentially English, an event from Perfect Murder is the perfect combination of intrigue and fun.”
How does it work?
Real-Time Live-Action Murder Mystery
The murder mystery runs in real-time throughout your event. We perform a 30min pre-dinner introduction during which the characters are introduced, then the plot plays out over dinner.
Starting with a 30min pre-dinner introduction, your event will include all the elements of a classic Agatha Christie-style mystery. Five professional actors perform face-to-face with your guests, and the story unfolds in real-time.
Look for the clues
The Classic Murder Mystery is based on a slightly simplified storyline, meaning although guests will enjoy solving a tricky mystery laced with clues and evidence, there are few subplots and red-herrings compared to our Ultimate Murder Mystery.
Our events are light-hearted and great fun; we don't expect people to sit in silence and listen to dull scripted dialogue. With Perfect Murder, you will all be immersed in the action and part of the plot.
Example Event
Pre-dinner drinks
Meet and greet the cast of Perfect Murder actors, who join your party for pre-dinner drinks and remain with you for the evening. Staying ‘in character’ at all times, the suspects will begin to reveal the plot as the scene is set. This usually takes place in a separate space such as a bar or drawing room and lasts for approximately 30 minutes.
Dinner with the characters
The suspects join you as you dine, allowing plenty of time for guests to begin to question each suspect about events so far. The murders happen in real time; you never know if the suspect sat at your table may suddenly drop dead…but is anyone keen-eyed enough to spot the killer in action? There are clues, hints and items of evidence presented throughout the event, allowing guests the chance to build a case against the suspect they believe to be the guilty party.
The Accusation
Guests are given the opportunity to complete their Solution Sheets and put their case against the suspect they believe to be the killer.
The Denouément
The murderer is revealed in the traditional fashion. A classic Agatha Christie-style finale! The suspects are lined up and our skilled Perfect Murder Detective will reveal the reasons behind the murders and finally the identity of the killer. The winning team is announced and prizes awarded.
Pricing
- Five professional actors in full theatrical costume
- Limited choice of Storyline / theme
- Guest literature
- Paper-based clues
- Period background music
- Full-colour Conclusion Sheets
- Pencils & notepaper
- Prize for winner
- 2.5 hrs of 5* rated Murder Mystery Entertainment
- 6 – 80 guests
- Family occasions
- Business events
- Corporate dinners
- Team building events