Playing in Wyndham Hotel (Costa Mesa, CA)
The Password Is ... "Murder"
(Our Longest Running Show)
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Show Details
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Running Indefinitely)
It's 1933, but bootlegged hooch should be easy to buy if you know who to ask. While the rest of the country is standing in bread lines, dine in delight with a few nefarious types at Ruby West's prohibition-era Speakeasy ... Where it's not just the gas that's full of lead!
| LOCATION |
Wyndham Hotel, Costa Mesa, CA 3350 Ave. of the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 TEL. 714-751-5100 This Interactive Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Show performs in the Terra Nova Restaurant or the Garden Room at the Wyndham Hotel. The hotel is located in the heart of the South Coast Metro theater district, a few blocks east of South Coast Plaza and directly behind the Orange County Performing Arts Center.
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| CAPACITY |
Maximum capacity for this mystery is approx. 72-80 people depending on which room we are performing in. A great option for singles, couples, and small-medium size groups.
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| PRICE |
Saturday eves JAN-NOV - $58.95+tax+gratuity per person (=$69 inclusive)
Holiday shows (i.e. Valentine’s Weekend, Mother’s Day, December, etc.) may incur a small premium. (See below for group discounts) |
| DINNER |
3 COURSE MENU
Selections and requests must be made in advance of the show. No menu changes can be made on site.
BLT Bibb Green Salad and rolls served to all. ENTRÉE CHOICES: 1. Pan Seared King Salmon - w/sherry cream sauce. Wild mushroom/onion/tomato ragout, new potatoes. (Can request no sauce) 2. OR Pan Roasted Chicken Breast (skin on) - w/Apricot glaze. Spinach & pancetta sauté, new potatoes. (Can request no sauce or no skin) 3. OR Vegetarian Artichoke Lasagna - Layers of pasta w/pesto, reggiano cheese, roasted red tomatoes & fresh basil. Served w/yellow tomato coulis. 4. OR for $10 Addl - Grilled Flat Iron Steak - in Buerre Rouge, w/crispy onions. Nicoise olives & french bean saute, new potatoes. Served with herb horseradish sauce on side. (Can request no sauce. Served MED unless WELL or RARE requested.) DESSERT CHOICES: 1. Fruit shortcake - Butter pound cake, stewed fruit (chef's choice - usually strawberries or blueberries), w/chantilly cream. (Can request no fruit) 2. OR Chocolate Mousse - Rich chocolate cake & chocolate mousse, w/Raspberry coulis. BEVERAGES INCLUDED: Coffee, tea, iced tea
BAR
A FULL bar is available for separate liquor and soda purchase. Sodas have unlimited refills. (For groups we can offer a hosted bar, limited hosted bar, or no-host bar, scheduled through the office.) |
| GENERAL INFO |
TIMING: The BAR opens 1/2 hour prior to the time listed for the show (i.e. 7:00pm show, 6:30pm bar opens) SEATING: Table size varies depending on what room we are in. If your party does not fill a table, you may be sat with other guests. We find this is one of the wonderful features of our shows - the opportunity to meet new people. WHEELCHAIRS: This show is wheelchair accessible. Let us know with your reservation to best seat you. PRIZES: After listening for clues, guests have a chance to guess who they think the murderer is during the dessert break with prizes awarded for a few of the winners. DISRUPTIONS: The management has the right to ask drunk and/or disruptive guests (including adults and children) to leave with no refund. |
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SCHEDULE: JAN-NOV PUBLIC SHOWS
Year 2009/2010: Regular public shows SAT eves 7:00-10:00pm (Bar opens at 6:30pm) Added shows for holiday weekends: Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, etc. Holiday show times may differ. See RESERVATIONS page for schedule availability.
SCHEDULE: DEC 2010 PUBLIC SHOWS
PUBLIC SHOW GROUP DISCOUNTSDecember public shows THURS-SUN eves. Times vary by day. DEC shows include holiday elements added to the regular show. CURRENT public show group discounts JAN-DEC: 8-30 guests = $3 discount 31-50 guests = $5 discount
SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS - BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, CORPORATE GROUPS, ETC.
At the time of reservation, let us know if you are celebrating a special event (i.e. birthday, anniversary, retirement, company sales goal, etc). We have a time during the show when we honor celebrants, and if you make your reservation early enough there may also be a mention in the show newspaper (rewritten for every show) -- a nice memento to keep. For corporate groups, we will send you a questionnaire to know a bit more about who you are and what you do. For wedding proposals, we can work with you to incorporate this into the show. For a GUARANTEED mention in the show newspaper, please purchase one of our Gift Packages.
ADULT CONTENT
This show is definitely written for adults. There is no profanity or nudity, but there is a good deal of sexual innuendo and suggestive language couched in the 1933 time period of the show. We compare the show to watching 10:00pm television (i.e. Two and a Half Men, Will and Grace). PG13 mature audience.
CHILDREN
Listening for clues is important and we expect all children (and adults) to adhere to standard audience etiquette. Toddlers and babies are not allowed at the show. Children who cannot understand the import of respecting the rest of the audience should also not attend. Therefore, we do not recommend the show for children under 13 except under special circumstances. Adults attending with children should be aware of the adult content and make their own decision as to how mature their child is in handling this material. This show does not have children's menus or prices. Please call and talk to a representative. We must be aware in advance of any children attending. |
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| PACKAGES |
HOTEL PACKAGES
Hotel packages are available for mystery guests at the Wyndham Hotel including discount on room, free overnight parking, and free full breakfast the morning after the show (approx. $50+ value). Please call the main office to inquire. Hotel packages are purchased through the hotel, separate from dinner show tickets.
ADDITIONAL GIFT PACKAGES
Separate Gift Packages may be purchased online or by telephone at the main office. ** Reservations must be made at least 2 days prior to show date to guarantee mention in the show newspaper. VIP - $39.99 includes: 1. Killer Entertainment 15 oz. Coffee Mug & Lindhor chocolate truffles 2. AND a guaranteed mention in the show newspaper customized for each show 3. AND a Killer Entertainment Baseball Cap 4. AND a Scented Candle 5. AND a Chilled bottle of sparkling wine “Champagne” (proof of age on site or forfeit) PREMIER - $24.99 includes: 1. Killer Entertainment 15 oz. Coffee Mug & Lindhor chocolate truffles 2. AND a guaranteed mention in the show newspaper customized for each show 3. AND a Killer Entertainment Baseball Cap 4. AND a Scented Candle BASIC - $12.99 includes: 1. Killer Entertainment 15 oz. Coffee Mug & Lindhor chocolate truffles 2. AND a guaranteed mention in the show newspaper customized for each show |
| RESERVATIONS | Reservations are made by telephone or with online purchase prepaid (by credit card) with entree and dessert selections chosen at the time of reservation.
Online purchase is not available within 24 hrs of the show time. Call the main office to purchase tickets at that point. Walk-ins are accepted if we are not sold out. We suggest calling the morning of the show to find out if we have seats available. Reservations are nonrefundable and gift certificate redemptions are nonrefundable once your date is chosen. See RESERVATIONS page for schedule availability.
TICKETLESS SHOW with EMAIL CONFIRMATION
IMPORTANT! Killer Entertainment public shows are ticketless. However, you will receive an email confirmation of your reservation approximately 3 days in advance of the show (1 week in December) which will remind and update you regarding the time, location, where to park, and all other important information for the show. It is not mandatory to bring this to the show, but is very helpful and important to read. We recommend you pass it along to ALL members of your party. Especially important for this show, it will include the SECRET PASSWORD to get into the speakeasy (which is changed for every show). |
| PARKING |
Discounted self parking rate for mystery guests is $4 per car.
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| GROUP INFO | PUBLIC SHOWS:
Groups up to approx. 50 can join the PUBLIC show. See also PUBLIC SHOW GROUP DISCOUNTS above. PRIVATE SHOWS: Groups 50-80 must have a PRIVATE event. However, groups as small as 30 may have a PRIVATE event. PRIVATE events run $2760-$6750 flat fee all inclusive (except the bar) depending on the day, time, and size of group. Any evening or matinee subject to hotel availability.
CUSTOMIZATION FOR GROUPS
For groups celebrating an event and for PRIVATE SHOWS, we will send you a questionnaire to know a bit more about who you are and what you do or what you’re celebrating. This information is given to the performers and can also be used in rewriting the show newspaper for every show. The customized show newspaper is a nice memento to keep. |
"Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful ! You had me laughing so hard my cheeks hurt.” C. Stacher, 10/27/07
"Absolutely Incredible! Money well spent !!" A. Newman, 08/06/05
"You all did a wonderful job ! Food & Service INCREDIBLE !!" Sarah J., 02/07/04
"Adlibbing was amazing." Heather B. 7/25/09
"One of the best shows I've ever seen." Dean, 03/27/04
"You guys rock ! Entertaining, fun, suspenseful and thought-provoking! The food is wonderful - 5 Stars ! " David B.
"Very authentic. Great costumes and storyline. Will recommend." Taryn G. 5/23/09
"My head hurts from laughing." Farid S. 6/27/09
"Every seat in the room was good. Dialogue witty and on fire !!" Andrew, 2/21/04
"Awesome Singing" Rich 8/22/09
"Improvising skills are the best I've ever seen !!! Money well spent !!!" Serena H., 02/14/07
"Hilarious!! Increasingly funny as the night progressed. Amazing and talented guitar player; classy, good food & great location! Who knew murder could be so fun?" Mr & Mrs. Wildhaber, 8/19/06
"Thank you for making my 1st anniversary truly special! (My husband) is so hard to please and you finally helped me do that! We will be back!" Stephanie C. 5/16/09
I am not ready to make an on-line reservation; but I am interested in finding out more.
