death in them thar hills

Thank you so much for offering such a great mystery! My family gets together every other Thanksgiving for a BIG party! "Death in them thar hills" was perfect since we live in Arizona and for many it was the first time in Arizona. Everyone (35 of us) came in costume, (a requirement for Dinner!) AND played their part perfectly. This play is written so well that it goes extremely smooth with very little preparation. There were many pictures taken and I wanted to send just a few. What a blast! Please share my pictures to show off some great costumes. I have shown my album to many who have requested your web address. Thanks again! 

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 It was an outstanding success. We had 83 guests who really entered into the spirit of the evening. Great fun, the feedback has been wonderful. A most enjoyable evening. We will do another one again next year.

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"Death in Them Thar Hills" was well-received by over 120 guests as they enjoyed a four-course dinner at our Italian restaurant. Several of the players were Wild West re-enactment cowboys - complete with authentic Western gear. This ensemble of volunteers included two celebrity comedians, two teachers, a restaurant owner, a consultant, and others from varied backgrounds. Guests came in Western attire and we had an absolute blast! Thank you, Jack, for writing mysteries that make our lives so full of fun and joy. We can't wait for the next one.  

  I have done hundreds of Dinner Theatre musicals in my 30 years as Minister of Music and Arts but never a Mystery Theater. I didn't know what to expect but I needed something that was fun, easy to stage, involving lots of people and most of all clean family entertainment. Your work was a big hit. All ages were present and enjoyed the evening. Because of the easy-to-follow and complete instructions, staging and production was easy and rehearsals were kept to a minumum ... a blessing in the summer when all of us are busy with vacations and work schedules.  

     Our Mystery Party was a great success! Our teachers and community members did a great job of "being in character". Our event sold out (over 200 in attendance). The mystery lent itself perfectly for incorporating a dinner, raffle, silent auction, and dessert auction. We were done in 3.5 hours! Thanks so much. 

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      "Death in them thar hills" was fabulous as were the costumes! We have some real hams in Rotary Believe me. Tricia Truehart, the doctor, was a male doctor in drag! Our undertaker was a mortician in long-tailed jacket and stovepipe hat. We had a wonderful time as did the audience. The best part was listening to motive, means, and opportunity, and the remarks about the ugliest woman doctor they had ever seen. Thanks for all of you hard work. It was a success.as a perfect fit (as per your recommendation) for our group of about 60 people. Thank you. 

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