Murder at the Grand Gatsby
It’s the height of Prohibition in 1920s Chicago, and there’s a mob war brewing between the South Side Gangsters and the Northern Chicago Mob Outfit. The two ruthless crime leaders Hal Sapone and Beanie O’Dannon have finally reached an agreement on bootlegging practices in Chicago and have decided to pull together resources to undergo a collaborative effort with criminal endeavors.
On the surface, this strategy seems similar to bailing out a sinking ship with tin cups, nevertheless.
Recently, gangsters from the north and south have been spotted together at various speakeasies throughout Chicago, but the tension in the air is always thick enough to be cut with a knife. However, this newfound relationship between the opposing mob bosses has served, thus far, to inhibit gratuitous bloodshed as in the past. Part of the success of this truce is that both crime bosses have found new dames, thereby intertwining more mutual relationships between the two factions.
The two gangs have set an official date to meet at Hal Sapone’s Grand Gatsby Speakeasy to resolve all remaining differences. Will these two underground organizations resolve their disputes or will a massive melee erupt, rekindling the fatal flames between them?
This is where your story begins.
Invited Guests...
Zetta Zarbo
Silent Film Star
The stunning Zetta Zarbo is the quintessential ‘20s Hollywood silent film star. She is gracious and charming on the big screen, and in real life she’s a live wire. As a celebrity, she’s no stranger to blackmailers and deceivers but she hopes her personal life will take a turn, as she’s recently become the doting girlfriend of the notorious mobster, Hal Sapone.
Hal Sapone
Crime Boss | South Side Chicago Gang
Hal Sapone is the infamous organized crime leader of the South Side Gangsters in Chicago. It’s the height of Prohibition and this mobster is one of the leading bootleggers in the United States. Hal is a smooth operator and owns the popular speakeasy, The Grand Gatsby. This menacing lawbreaker is never seen without his faithful right-hand man, Tommy ‘Four Guns’ Beagle.
Mona Crawfish
Marathon Dancing Champion
Mona Crawfish is the national marathon dancing champion in the United States. On the dance floor, nobody can come close to beating her endless supply of energy. Mona is known for her frenzied personality, but as the new girlfriend of the notorious crime boss known as Beanie O’Dannon - some question if this prior ‘girl next door’ is involved in criminal activity.
Kara Low
Nightclub Singer
This lighthearted flapper is a performer that hits on all sixes at The Grand Gatsby Speakeasy. This dame is a real canary, as a sizeable crowd gathers in the club on a regular basis to hear her sing. She’s an angel by a piano, but if you double cross this doll, she’s likely to turn into a bearcat.
Beanie O'Dannon
Crime Boss | Northern Chicago Mob Outfit
Beanie O’Dannon is the ruthless leader of the Northern Chicago Mob Outfit. His organization is known for bootlegging, running protection rackets, and illegal gaming. He is the formidable enemy of Hal Sapone. However, the two outfits have recently agreed to work together in their criminal endeavors. Everyone says this truce won’t last and someone will pull first blood. The only questions are when and who.
Haddie Drinx
Speakeasy Waitress
The emotional Haddie Drinx is a long-time waitress at The Grand Gatsby and best friend of Mona Crawfish. Haddie dreams of becoming a night club singer and is deeply envious of Kara Low for stealing the vacant lounge singer position from her at Hal’s speakeasy months ago
Tommy "Four Guns" Beagle
Right hand man to Hal Sapone
Tommy ‘Four Guns’ Beagle is the elusive right-hand man to Hal Sapone. This gangster is keen on making up rhymes about his victims before he bumps them off. So, if you hear Tommy Beagle rhyming, start running
"Handsome Sam" McWarthy
Right hand man to Beanie O'Dannon
Handsome Sam is the ultimate ladies’ man and right-hand man to Beanie O’Dannon. Sam has not always made the appropriate choices of women, however, and this may land him into a sticky situation one day if he is not careful.
1920s Grand Gatsby
Dress To Impress
Dress to impress and come dressed as your character to add extra intrigue and fun to the evening.
Here are a few costume suggestions to help inspire you:
Zetta Zarbo
Flapper Dress, long strand of pearls, long dress gloves, fishnet stockings and ‘20s style shoes. A sequined headband with a feather and a feather boa as optional accessories.
Hal Sapone
A fedora and a zoot suit and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Mona Crawfish
Moll suit (gangster girl) fishnet stockings and ‘20s style shoes. A fedora hat and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Kara Low
Flapper Dress, long strand of pearls, long dress gloves, fishnet stockings and ‘20s style shoes. A sequined headband with a feather and a feather boa as optional accessories.
Beanie O’Dannon
A fedora and a zoot suit and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Haddie Drinx
Flapper Dress, long strand of pearls, long dress gloves, fishnet stockings and ‘20s style shoes. A cloche hat and a flask secured to the thigh with a garter belt as optional accessories.
Tommy “Four Guns” Beagle
A fedora and a zoot suit and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
“Handsome Sam” McWarthy
A fedora and a zoot suit and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
“When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth”
Arthur Conan Doyle
Got Questions?
We’ve Got Answers!
Do I have to dress up?
You are not required to dress up for our Grand Gatsby Murder Mystery Experience, but we do encourage all our guests to dress up and come in character to add a little extra intrigue and fun to the evening.
What Food and Drink is Included?
Your ticket includes a Welcome Cocktail, Delicious Buffet Dinner, a Glass of Wine with Dinner, Dessert and Tea and Coffee.
Additional Drinks will be available at The Thirsty Whippet Pub for an additional cost.
How Long Will the Murder Mystery Game Last?
Our “Grand Gatsby” Murder Mystery Game is split into three rounds.
- Round One: During Cocktail Hour
- Round Two During Dinner Hour
- Round Three During Dessert and Coffee and Tea.
The game will last approx. 3 hours.
Do I need to bring anything?
All you need to do is arrive dressed as your character and ready to have lots of fun.
All instructions and clues will be given to you when you arrive.
