Speakeasy Proprietor
Rosie Marie
The powerful owner of The Juice Joint, Rosie inherited both a thriving business and a trail of unfinished business after her husband’s "untimely" death.
Murder at the Juice Joint
An Immersive Murder Mystery Party of Bootleggers and Bullets
With the passing of prohibition and organized crime on the rise, the Juice Joint (aka Sidecar), a swanky speakeasy run by Rosie Marie, has been nothing but jumping. To celebrate its success, Rosie is planning a party to remember at the exclusive nightspot and guests are dying to attend.
With murder on the menu, you are certain to find a medley of individuals to make the party most memorable. From major mobsters and their molls to the swanky singer with her hopes at Hollywood. The cigarette girl with a temper that sizzles to the crooked police chief with nothing to lose - no one is safe from murder.
🎭 Costumes Encouraged 🗝️ Every Guest Plays a Role 🕵️♀️ Solve the Mystery Together
Your job? Piece together the lies and half-truths before time runs out.
How It Works
How This Murder Mystery Works
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Arrive & Get Your Role
Check in, receive your character, and get quick help jumping in. (Private parties may receive roles ahead of time.)
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Kickoff & Objectives
Our host explains how objectives work, how to interact, and how play money/prizes work — then invites everyone to mingle.
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Mingle, Trade Secrets, Build Motives
Guests circulate, uncover relationships, and negotiate information through real conversation — no scripts required.
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The Murder & Investigation Begins
At the turning point, the victim “dies,” new info is released, and the room shifts into detective mode.
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Evidence, Voting, Reveal & Prizes
Official evidence is presented, guests vote on who committed the crime, and the solution is revealed.
Who Will You Be Playing?
In a Baker Street Mystery murder mystery party, there are no actors—you and your guests take on the roles of suspects, sleuths, and secret-keepers. Each person receives a unique character with a backstory, hidden objectives, and relationships to uncover throughout the evening. Whether you’re the psychic leading the séance or the maid with something to hide, everyone plays a vital role in solving the case. Here are a few of the characters in the story.
Mob Kingpin
Notorious Nick Nemetz
The North Side’s most feared power broker, Nick controls Chicago through influence, intimidation, and carefully chosen alliances.
Rising Star
Dina Diva
The Juice Joint’s headlining singer, Dina is one performance away from fame and one rivalry away from ruin.
Power Broker Director
Hal Hollywood
A celebrated film director chasing history, Hal knows his casting decision could change lives—or end them.
Rumor Merchant
Cindy Butt
Selling cigarettes by day and secrets by night, Cindy thrives on information and revenge.
Watchful Bartender
Gino Gin
As the bartender and unofficial information hub, Gino hears everything and remembers it.
Truth Seeker
P.I. Pinkerton
Hired to uncover the truth behind a murder, Pinkerton follows the clues wherever they lead even into danger.
More characters revealed at the event
What Makes Baker Street Mystery Different
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No Actors. No Scripts. You Are the Mystery.
Unlike traditional murder mystery dinners, there are no performers on stage and no scripted scenes to watch. Every guest receives a character with secrets, objectives, and relationships — and the story unfolds through natural conversation and discovery, not cue cards.
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Everyone Has a Role (No Spectators)
Every guest is involved from start to finish. Whether you’re bold, analytical, or quietly observant, the game adapts to your style.
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Built for Real Conversations, Not Performances
This experience is ideal for people who don’t want to “act.”
No accents. No monologues. No embarrassment. Just guided prompts that make engagement easy and comfortable.
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Clues Are Discovered, Not Handed Out
There are no timed clue drops. Evidence emerges through::
• Private conversations
• Shared discoveries
• Strategic information trading
The mystery rewards curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
What Our Suspects Say
Armando Medrano
"So much fun! Had us going the whole time!!"
Deneatra Terry
"I had a blast"
Ann Fant
"Great set up with room to mingle."
FAQs
You don’t need acting experience to participate. Guests receive clear character guides, objectives, and host support. Acting in character is optional. Some guests lean into roleplay, while others focus on strategy, deduction, and conversation. The experience works at any comfort level.
Our parties are designed to be intuitive and welcoming—even for first‑timers. Many competitors also offer “interactive” events, but theirs often still feature central actors to manage pace and plot. We trust the group to carry the narrative, supported by materials and structure—not scripts.
For most parties, we need a minimum of 20 participants, but can accommodate up to 100 or more, depending on venue and setup. For smaller groups, we have a selection of micro-themes that can run with as little as 8 guests.
Our mysteries are set up in a way in which roles accommodate different comfort levels. By providing clear objectives we give each guests the flexibility to take a more reserved approach or to fully-embrace their character. Guests receive clear character guides, objectives, and host support.
Characters are provided digitally or in person, depending on the event format.
If chosen, private event attendees can be emailed their characters, backstories, and goals ahead of time. Most public event participants receive assignments onsite.
Themed attire is encouraged and helps immersion but is optional. Themes range from 1920s speakeasy to supernatural seance or winery mystery—costume inspiration guides are provided to help participants prepare. Guests may dress comfortably or lean into the theme for fun.
Since we use licenses to sell tickets, we only provide a fully-hosted experience. This ensures that you receive a high-quality, immersive murder mystery event, complete with all the necessary materials, guidance, and support for a memorable experience.
Upcoming Murder at the Juice Joint Events
This story is appropriately licensed for commercial ticket sales from Night of Mystery .