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Murder Mystery
Comedy
Dinner Shows

Step into the secret realm of Murder Cafe, where mystery, comedy, music, and dining converge to create an unforgettable experience filled with suspense and laughter. Our interactive shows unfold in a myriad of captivating venues such as restaurants, resorts, hotels, casinos, cruise boats, and historic sites scattered across the scenic Hudson Valley region and beyond.

Immerse yourself in the intriguing world of Murder Cafe, tailor-made for both public and private shows, thrilling mystery weekends, and engaging corporate events. Join us for an evening like no other, where every twist and turn will keep you guessing and entertained from start to finish.

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"Just spent the weekend at Congress Hall in Cape May seeing your fabulous show! It exceeded our expectations! Wonderful performance by all the actors, we loved it!. "

Janice Tardi

Cape May, New Jersey

"It is a joy to see your amazing creativity come to life and I’ve hear nothing but great things from the guests about their experience."

Brian Silver,

Mohonk Mountain House

"What a great weekend, feedback from our guests was extremely positive. Murder at the Speakeasy was awesome, we'll see you again soon!"

Nicholas DiMeglio,

The Pridwin, Shelter Island

"Frank Marquette and his team of actors have no equal. For the past 7 years their professionalism and talent sell our shows time and time again.

Brittani Thompson,

Historic Hotel Broadalbin

Read recent reviews!

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Tremendous! A grin plastered to my face like so much cement! My mother descended to the Mohonk Mountain House reception desk and signed herself up for next year!

- Alexis Soloski, New York Times

The show was absolutely fantastic. From the very start we felt like we were part of the event.  We were so impressed with the quality and the professionalism of the cast. All of them were amazing.  Murder Cafe really cares about the people in the audience. It was a truly wonderful event; thank you for the joy!

- Joseph Bionci, Clifton, New Jersey

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I checked out one of Murder Cafe's Mystery Weekends at Congress Hall in Cape May, New Jersey and it was so much fun. If you're interested in solving a murder and having a nice relaxing weekend away, check out the next Murder Cafe Mystery Weekend.

- Time Out, New York, New York

April, 2024

COMING IN SEPTEMBER...

Mystery in the Woodstock Speakeasy

COMING IN OCTOBER...

Haunted High School Reunion

For tickets and details, go to our CALENDAR page.

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A Fundraiser for the Historical Society of Woodstock

It’s 1929 and Hudson Valley based bootlegger Dutch Schultz wants to open a speakeasy in the Woodstock Valley Hotel. The club will give Dutch’s new girlfriend, Lu Lu, a classy place to sing her songs. Unfortunately, local flapper Rosie doesn’t like competition and neither does Dutch's rival, Legs Diamond. A body will fall, but you'll be enjoying the roar of the 1920's as you keep track of the clues and guess whodunit. You could win a prize!Saturday, September 14th at 7 pm and Sunday, September 15th at 5 pm.

The Mescal Hornsbeck Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd., Woodstock

$18 in advance, $20 at the door. Appetizers and desserts available.

Tickets: https://historicalsocietyofwoodstock.org/event/mystery-in-the-woodstock-speakeasy-sept14/

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It's 2024, and Belfry High is hosting their 20th reunion for the graduating class of 2004. The only problem is, it seems as though the invitations were sent beyond the class of 2004, and perhaps beyond the grave! Is someone here celebrating 100 years since graduation? What about that hippie? Did that guy just step off the Titanic? They definitely did not graduate with you. Well, whoever these ghouls are, they seemed to have brought some high school drama back from the dead. It seems like everyone is still holding grudges from years ago, and someone may be left fighting for their afterlife!

  • Friday, October 11th, Eldred Preserve, Eldred, New York

  • Saturday, October 12th, The Kartrite, Monticello, New York

  • Sunday, October 13th, Tango Cafe, Hurleyville, New York

  • Wednesday, October 16th, The Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck, New York

  • Thursday, October 17th, Buttermilk Falls Inn, Milton, New York

  • Friday, October 18th, Bethel Woods Arts Center

  • Saturday, October 19th, Historic Hotel Broadalbin, Broadalbin, New York

  • Sunday, October 20th, Restaurant Six at Curry Estate, Hopewell Junction, New York

  • Wednesday, October 23rd. The Venue at the Best Western, Kingston, New York

  • October 25 - 27, The Pridwin, Shelter Island, New York

  • November 1 - 3, Congress Hall, Cape May, New Jersey

Mystery Weekends 2024

Murder Cafe has expanded its mystery weekend activities!

Each venue of these venues offers an original Murder Cafe production in four parts between Friday night and Sunday morning. Accommodations and meals are provided as part of the experience.

Congress Hall

Cape May, NJ

November 1-3, 2024

A Halloween mystery set in America's oldest seaside resort.

  www.caperesorts.com/congress-hall/specials

The Pridwin

Shelter Island, NY

October 25-27, 2024

Mystery at the Inn

For tickets, click here: www.caperesorts.com

Welcome
to the world of interactive theater.

WHO WE ARE

Since 1998, Murder Cafe has been delighting audiences with our professional repertory company. Our team of talented performers brings live theater directly to you, delivering an extraordinary mix of skills and talents that are sure to impress. We specialize in original scripts, period costumes, and one-of-a-kind production design that will transport you to another time and place. With our expert marketing and publicity skills, we ensure the success of each event, whether it's a public or private show, scheduled year-round in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. You can find us performing at fundraising events, company parties, country clubs, and even casinos. Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of live theater with Murder Cafe.

AFFLIATED PARTNERS

Bannerman Island

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The Beekman Arms

www.beekmandelamaterinn.com/

Restaurant Six at Curry Estate

www.curryestate.com/

Edgewood Mansion

www.huttonbrickyards.com/edgewood

Howland Cultural Center

www.curryestate.com/

The Meadowbrook

https://themeadowbrook.com/

The Best Western, Kingston, NY

www.bestwestern.com

Bethel Woods Performing Arts

www.bethelwoodscenter.org

The Eldred Preserve

https://theeldredpreserve.com/​

Historic Hotel Broadalbin

www.historicbroadalbinhotel.com/

Diamond Mills Hotel

www.diamondmillshotel.com/

Mohonk Mountain House

www.mohonk.com

The Old Drovers Inn

www.olddroversinn.com/

Tango Cafe

www.tangocafeathpac

Buttermilk Falls Inn

www.buttermilkfallsinn.com/

Congress Hall

www.caperesorts.com/congress-hall

Hudson House Distillery

www.thehudsonhouseny.com

HV Renegades

www.milb.com/hudson-valley

The Pridwin Resort

www.caperesorts.com/pridwin

Widow Jane Mine

www.widowjanemine.com/

Olde Tator Barn

https://theoldetaterbarn.com/

The Kartrite Resort

https://www.thekartrite.com/

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