"Murder At The Arts Center": A Murder Mystery Dinner

When a body is discovered at the Gualala Arts Center, local resident and amateur detective Steve Oakwood finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of murder.

Come participate as the audience competes to discover who the murderer might be! Arts Center Theater Presents Gualala Arts Mystery Dinner Theater, “Murder at the Arts Center,” a Steven Oakwood Mystery. Two performances: Friday, March 8 at 6 pm and Saturday, March 9, at 2 pm at Gualala Arts Coleman Hall. Tickets for Friday are $50 (includes dinner), plus $10 after March 1; Saturday tickets are $20 (no dinner,) plus $5 day of. The Murder Mystery dinners usually sell out early so you’re encouraged to get your tickets early.

When a body is discovered at the Gualala Arts Center, local resident and amateur detective Steve Oakwood finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of murder. Can Steve identify the real criminal before crucial evidence is destroyed and an innocent person arrested? This fast-paced production features lost love, amateur radio, the redwood grove at the Gualala Arts Center and all the characters you’ve come to know over the last four years! In this unique format the audience competes to discover who the murderer might be! Prizes are awarded to the table that comes closest to solving the mystery! Come enjoy a night of entertainment, food and fun!

This popular interactive live theater sees the return of some of our favorite Steven Oakwood characters as well as many new people, says writer and creator, local playwright Dennis Carter, of The Sea Ranch. Sea Ranch thespian Diane Boeke is directing and reprising her role as Angela. Local cast members include Francie Anguin, Katie Atherton, Geoff Beattie, Jan Carter, Christina Chapman, Jon Handel, Donna Yates Johnson, Susan Moreschi, Rich Schimbor, Karen Serratoni, “PD” Serratoni, David Skibbins, and Sus Susalla.The play happens in four acts. Matinee guests will enjoy snacks and a no-host bar while they puzzle out the mystery!