Murder Mystery Parties
These two-hour events are immersive, interactive experiences that put your guests in the spotlight! Whether you plan for 12 friends, 200 RV park residents, 1,000 corporate partners, or anything in between, Julia ensures that everyone has a wonderful time!
Each Murder Mystery Party has a theme that is chosen by the party host.
2025 Themes:
Ugly Christmas Sweater
New Year's Eve
1920s Prohibition
Cruise Ship
Mardi Gras
St. Patrick's Day
2026 Themes:
All 2025 Themes, plus
1950s Sock Hop Prom
Wild West
1-2 Weeks Before the Show:
The host will gather either 12 or 24 of their guests to play a Character. Each script is written for precisely this number, so it is crucial that all roles are filled. All other guests to the party will be an Observer. At this time, the host will give each Character an information sheet to help them prepare for the role. The information given here is minimal on purpose. Don't worry, there is more to come!
Right Before the Show:
Characters will be called to the front of the stage to understand what is required of them, as well as script cards which they will read from throughout the party.
Act 1:
It's Party Time! In Act 1, Julia will introduce the storyline & the Characters to the Observers. After this, the Characters will interact with other Characters based on their script cards. Once complete, they will take what they said & what they learned and spread gossip around to all of the Observers sitting at tables.
Musical Interlude:
No party would be complete without music. Julia will sing songs appropriate to the theme. This is the time that hosts will have an optional meal or snacks served. Often guests will eat, drink, dance, listen, and continue to talk about the gossip they heard.
Act 2:
At some point, someone will probably be murdered (it is a Murder Mystery after all)! Julia will interrogate Characters, standing from their seats within the crowd. They will respond based on their script cards & this is where the fun begins! And, don't worry about our victim...they still get to participate!
Accusations will start flying. Gossip heard earlier in the night will be revisited while new information comes to light. Improvised lines will come from some of our guests, making each party hilarious and distinctly unique.
Act 3:
Once all the suspects have been interrogated, Julia will lead party guests to vote for who they think is the murderer. This also typically comes with laughs as some guests decide to weigh in more vocally or even accuse new suspects! Finally, the murderer is revealed and guests leave with fond memories and the excited anticipation of the next time they get to participate in a Murder Mystery Party with Julia Lane Cooper.
Each theme has unique variations to its storyline. These elements include things like additional clues, interactive dances or party features, special Character actions, and more! These also add to the immersive experience and overall enjoyment of guests!
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