What
do you provide?
1. A manual which covers such aspects of producing interactive
shows as casting; the rehearsal process; roles of the actors—as
contrasted to the guests—and other helpful hints springing
from what we've learned over the years
2. Suggestions for advertising
3. A script which includes background material: a description for
each character, and a timetable which specifies what the actors
do, a resolution statement (solution to the murder mystery, a windup
for the other shows); and any other information needed to do the
particular show
4. A prop and costume list
5. Suggestions for music (where appropriate)
6. Other production values where applicable
What
do I provide?
1. A place (hotel ballroom, theater, private home) where
the show is to be done
2. Food and/or drinks (What you serve, if anything, is up to you)
3. Actors rehearsed in the script
4. Props and costumes, as required
5. Prizes for the murder mystery game
What
do my guests do?
The job of the guests varies. In the murder mystery
game, guests work as detectives and compete to be the first to
solve the murder. In the other shows, guests are included in exercises,
rituals, and in various other ways.
Do
I need professional actors?
It's good to have people who have some training
in acting, some experience doing improvisation. Equally important
is that the actor be a “people person”—shy violets
need not apply.
Do
I need costumes?
Most of the costumes required for these shows
will come from the actors' closets.
Do
the scripts look like ordinary play scripts?
Not really. For one thing, the descriptions
of the characters are more detailed than what you find in the
usual script. Even more importantly, very few lines are given.
The actor is told who s/he is and what s/he needs to communicate
to the guests. If a Stage Manager is used, that person's responsibility
is to decide when the various events are to happen. The whole
process is free-flowing and, because of the interaction with guests,
very unpredictable.
How
can I see a list of the shows?
Descriptions are HERE.
Do
you have any shows that don't involve murder?
Yes. See “Meaningful Fame,” “Monty
Talks About Moving On,” and “A Night at the Bougainvillea”
HERE
Do
you have any shows for children?
No. Because of the subject matter and demands
on attention, these shows are designed for adults.
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