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'Twas the Night Before Murder

Christmas Eve Murder Mystery

The mansion of greeting card magnate Norton Pole was lit up like a Christmas tree. And, well it should be on the eve before the annual holiday. The festive occasion was a gathering of a few relatives and business associates, all celebrating another year of record profits (or is it?) for Polar Cards.


The assembled group knew everything that could be known about Pole, from the north to south, from east to west. What they didn't know was that, over dinner, Pole would make announcements that could change their holiday seasons forever. At least, they could've had not someone decided to take fate to task and end Pole's career permanently.


​For, on Christmas morning, his body was found lying under the huge tree in the great room, a startling contrast to the colorful decorations. But who would do such a thing? After all, Pole's passion was to produce the perfect paeans to postal patrons who patiently perused each massaged message. Why would someone want to end such a lucid life? Was it Pole's news that had triggered such a rude response? 


Or, had someone taken the opportunity to pay back a dubious debt and carry out a vendetta that had been held inside for years? Only stalwart sleuthing and superior skills would uncover a killer and deck the halls with calls of "golly."

Greeting card magnate Norton Pole's body was found lying under the Christmas tree.


THE SUSPECTS

Can you identiFy the killer?

Sutton Pole: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

SUTTON POLE

Norton's son and the heir to his fortune. Sutton was earmarked to take over his father's business. Why would he be suspected of murder? 

Donald McPolar: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

DONALD MCPOLAR

Spokesperson for Polar Cards. The cheerful Santa Claus look-alike has been the the company's symbol for 20 years. Could it be time for a new image? 

Greta Cads: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

GRETA CADS

Graphic artist and greeting card designer. Her unique touches on each design have won awards for Polar Cards. Lately, she's changed the way she does the designs.   

WILLY WRIGHT

Poet and copywriter. He takes Greta's designs and adds the words that make recipients smile, blush and feel good. 

Nona Cruncher: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

NONA CRUNCHER

Accountant and Norton Pole's financial advisor. She knows where every penny is spent - and where every dollar is hidden. 

Minnie Hoppy Rayburns: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

MINNIE HOPPY RAYBURNS

Former greeting card rival. Her birthday card company was bought out by Polar Cards. She now reports to Norton Pole and isn't happy about the arrangement. 

Weston Pole: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

WESTON POLE

Norton's first cousin. Since he arrived two years ago, lots of things have changed at Polar. 

Priscilla Ink: Suspect in murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

PRISCILLA INK

Print shop owner. Her company has been printing Polar Cards for years. Has she been cutting corners to increase her profit margin? 

Police Chief Law of murder mystery, "'Twas the Night before Murder."

POLICE CHIEF LAW

(Optional Facilitator role.)  He will be in charge of the murder investigation.

Purchase this murder mystery kit for $42.77

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THE MURDER MYSTERY KIT includes . . .

Complete instructions

Instructions for the facilitator

Complete instructions

You'll have a step-by-step system for conducting the investigation of Norton Pole's murder from start to the exciting finish. 

Roles for all suspects

Instructions for the facilitator

Complete instructions

The roles will include family backgrounds and recollections of events surrounding the murder with details no one else knows. 

Instructions for the facilitator

Instructions for the facilitator

Instructions for the facilitator

Your facilitator will be in charge using a detailed method for successfully orchestrating the murder mystery investigation. 

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invitations to the mystery party

invitations to the mystery party

Instructions for the facilitator

Your investigators will receive the details of the party with information about Norton Pole and Polar Cards. 

"The icecap"

invitations to the mystery party

Key supporting information

The local newspaper will contain the story of Pole's death. (The investigation takes place the day after Norton Pole died.) 

Key supporting information

invitations to the mystery party

Key supporting information

You'll have additional material  such as a police report that provides more information about the case and cause of death. 

A series of written clues

A series of written clues

A series of written clues

The clues will stimulate the investigators to ask questions and can be exchanged or revealed at critical moments. 

The Denouement

A series of written clues

A series of written clues

The "untying" revealed at the end will tie the details together. MOTIVE, MEANS and OPPORTUNITY will point to the guilty party. 

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Wanda Merical, Fayetteville, Nc

Michele Rendino, ​Jewelry by MV, ​Yucaipa, Ca

Wanda Merical, Fayetteville, Nc

Five-star review for "'Twas the Night Before Murder," downloadable interactive murder mystery party.

It was a blast. I cannot thank you enough for all your creativity and work that goes into each "case." Party guests requested that I don't forget about them next year. Thank you again. This was the best birthday party ever. And I, like my guests, can't wait until next year. 

Michele Rendino, ​Jewelry by MV, ​Yucaipa, Ca

Wanda Merical, Fayetteville, Nc

 

 

Michele Rendino, ​Jewelry by MV, ​Yucaipa, Ca

Michele Rendino, ​Jewelry by MV, ​Yucaipa, Ca

Michele Rendino, ​Jewelry by MV, ​Yucaipa, Ca

Five-star review for "'Twas the Night Before Murder," downloadable interactive murder mystery party.

 Thanks! Our party was a great success. Everyone had so much fun and they commented that it went so smoothly! Good work on your part. I can't wait to try another! 

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