Frequently Asked Questions
Are you shows scripted or improvised?
Our shows are fully scripted, with plenty of room for improvisation with our audiences. Our completely original scripts are proven crowd pleasers. We usually add references to local celebrities, popular culture, and world events. Our actors will happily throw in names of friends, family members, business associates, and/or local authorities to spice things up. We love customizing our shows!
Our actors are also highly skilled in improvisation, so during the audience participation portion of our shows, you can feel free to ask them anything. They will stay in character and will answer your inquiry as that character.
How does Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre work?
Sometimes actions speak louder than words, so please click on this short video for a taste of what we do!
How many audience members can you handle?
We can accommodate groups of all sizes. We have shows tailored to suit as few as 10 guests or groups as large as 500+.
Where do you perform?
In the past, we've worked in restaurants, yacht clubs, conference rooms, living rooms, country clubs, casinos, golf resorts, hotels, ballrooms, theatres and much more. If you have a venue that you'd like us to consider, please contact us.
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What makes you different from the competition?
Poison Pen Players believes that Murder is an "Art." We have been bumping off the bad guys for more than 20 years and we have performed all over the U.S.A. We pride ourselves on being the most professional, original, and hilarious entertainment that you can find.
We never use the lazy, sketchy, few page storyline concept seen with some other companies. Our shows are always fresh, fully scripted, and well rehearsed. We have exhaustively researched our competition, travelling far and wide attending shows.
If you hire Poison Pen Players, you won't be paying for the tired, recycled "groaners" that many of our competitors rely on. Plus, we send an Emcee to every event to ensure that everything goes smoothly and your only responsibility is having fun. Our reputation speaks for itself!
if you have additional questions, please feel free to CONTACT US!