Read, and listen, to what's being said about Murder Cafe!

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

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

"From the moment I first met Frank, he not only put me at ease, but his enthusiasm for working with us was immediately clear. He quickly embraced our vision for various events, diligently doing his homework, visiting the property, and researching its history to connect with the spirit of our 150-year-old building. As a result, he delivered a production perfectly aligned with Congress Hall. He even took the time to 'write me in' as the hotel owner for our first Murder Mystery event—what a blast!"

Bob Haislip, Vice President of Operations

CAPE RESORTS

Frank Marquette of Murder Cafe pulls back the curtain on life behind production in new autobiography. For the full article CLICK HERE.

Step into a world of intrigue, laughter, and theatrical suspense as host Tom Candela sits down with Frank Marquette, the creative mind behind Murder Café. What began as one actor’s leap of faith into the world of dinner theatre has become a 27-year journey filled with family, creativity, and countless unforgettable performances. Hear all about Frank's incredible evolution — from his humble beginnings to his newly published memoir, The True Story of Murder Café.

CLICK HERE FOR THE PODCAST.

THIS MONTH: A MYSTERY WEEKEND TO DIE FOR!

Meet Lu Lu. She pours the liquor cold, but keeps the hottest secrets in the Abba Dabba Club. She adanced her way into becoming notorious mobster Dutch Schultz’s absolute favorite. But flapper Rosie isn’t having it. Come dance, dine and gulp the best hooch anywhere until tempers flair, bullets rain and the law shows up. A body will fall and it doesn’t look like the Charleston did it.

Whodunit and why?

Friday, November 13th - Sunday November 15th:

Congress Hall, Cape May, NJ Mystery Weekend

FOR TICKETS CLICK HERE

For dates, venues and ticket links visit our CALENDAR page.

Mohonk Mountain House

The originator of mystery weekends in 1976!

New Paltz, New York

MYSTERY WEEKEND 2027

Murder in the Witches Shadow: The Coven's Curse

March 5 - 7, 2027

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND TICKETS!

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Read a recent newstory on the history of mystery weekends at Mohonk Mountain House and Murder Cafe's involvement in it by CLICKING HERE!

"When it comes to the breadth of entertainment at Mohonk Mountain House, Murder Café blends history, humor, enthusiasm, and mystery in an unparalleled style. Their exquisite attention to detail—whether in costumes, dialogue, or guest interaction—has established them as a cornerstone of our events on the mountaintop. In 2017, Murder Café was entrusted with the responsibility of continuing the beloved “Mystery Weekend,” and each year since, they have brought fresh, original scripts to life for our guests, raising the bar for theatrical magic. Frank's creative vision has become an integral part of the events at Mohonk Mountain House, weaving him right into the history and legacy of this National Historic Landmark."

-Anthony Cecconie, Senior Theme Programs Manager

Mohonk Mountain House

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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.