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A wild mystery‘Molly Brown and the Mysterious Murder’ is showing at The Adams Mystery PlayhouseGene Davis, DDN Staff WriterFriday, February 5, 2010 |  | | Doug Proctor as the Sheriff and Marne Wills-Cuellar as Molly Brown in “Molly Brown and the Mysterious Murder,” being performed at The Adams Mystery Playhouse. |
When Denverites are looking for something different and fun, it’s no mystery where they often end up Ń The Adams Mystery Playhouse.
The Adams Mystery Playhouse is Denver’s only full-time murder mystery dinner theater. All of their shows are interactive comedy mysteries with a lot of improvisation and audience interaction, although the specific plots vary with every production.
“Our company has been doing mysteries for 20 years,” said Nick Guida, the playhouse’s office manager and one of the show’s actors. “We have experience doing what we do.”
Showing at the playhouse this weekend is “Molly Brown and the Mysterious Murder.” The interactive theater experience is set in the “Lilly Rose Saloon and Dance Hall” in the early 20th century. The plot focuses on Buckhorn Bob, a spinoff on Buffalo Bill, as he tries to raise money for his Wild West show.
And as historic characters like Molly Brown and Soapy Smith make their ways into the story, a murder occurs. It’s then up to the remaining players and audience members to figure out who is responsible.
“It really is a fun show,” said Guida.
The Adams Mystery Playhouse has been successful in no small part thanks to repeat customers. Also, the show’s broad appeal Ń everyone from teenagers on a birthday party to senior citizens on a night out can be found at the playhouse Ń has helped the playhouse succeed.
Most of the show’s actors are gifted at improvisation and interacting with the audience, which helps people feel like they are a part of a once-in-a-lifetime show.
“We really get the crowds rolling in laughter, and then we involve them,” said Guida.
Audience interaction and improvisation does not equal calling out an audience member and making them feel embarrassed. Guida said the actors have a knack for engaging the more outgoing audience members who would enjoy joining in on the show, Guida said.
Also, possible mystery solvers and participants don’t have to crack crime on an empty stomach; dinner is included and boasts a menu with Rice Pilaf, Rolls and Butter, and Chablis Artichoke Chicken Breast.
“We take care of everything,” said Guida. “Our shows are audience friendly.”
Where: 2406 Federal Blvd.
When: “Molly Brown” playing Fridays and Saturdays through Feb. 27
Cost: $39
Information: AdamsMysteryPlayhouse.com, 1-888-203-1975
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