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Whodunnit for Hire turns ordinary events into fun, engaging, and interactive murder mystery parties. Have a blast! But watch out. This is so much fun you might die laughing.

• 1920s - "Sinister Speakeasy"

• 1940s - "CLUE" based on the board game

• 1950s - "Malt Shoppe Murder"

• 1980s - "Gag Me With A Spoon. She's Dead."

• Wild West - "Wanted Dead or Alive"

• Hollywood - "Hollywood Homicide"

• Pirates - "Dead Men Tell No Tales"

• Classic - "19 Crimes" Film Noir

• Classic - "Whodunnit" Birthday or Corporate Party

• Wizards - "Book 8"

My name is Wendy Olenik and I own Whodunnit for Hire which I operate from Baltimore, Maryland. I turn events into murder mystery parties and have been doing so for over twenty years. This is fun, engaging, and memorable. I am excited to set up murder mystery entertainment for you. Call or text me at 410-549-2722. Or reach me via email.

murdermysterycompany@gmail.com

Two Options

• Private Event; a murder mystery party arranged for you in the central Maryland, USA area or anywhere in the world if virtual.

• Public Event; in-person murder mystery parties in the central Maryland, USA area, tickets on sale at https://whodunnnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com

Search for clues, interrogate suspects, and solve whodunnit at a murder mystery party with Whodunnit for Hire.

"This is so much fun you might die laughing!"

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q? What is a murder mystery party? A. Someone at your party dies (oh my) and then your guests search for clues and interrogate suspects to solve whodunnit. My storylines are always a comedy. My parties are interactive and written for fun team building. My parties promote communication, boost morale, and strengthen collaboration skills.

Q? Do you have any open-to-public events I can attend? A. Yes. My murder mystery parties are listed at https://whodunnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com.  

Q? How can I stay informed when you add another event?  A.  Click "follow" at https://whodunnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com.

Q?  Could I purchase a gift card for a friend? A. Yes. Call or text me (410-549-2722) to purchase one.

Q? I don't want the hassle of coordinating a party. Could I book all the seats at one of your public parties and turn it into a private event?   A. Yes. I love that and do that all the time for birthday parties and team-building events.

Q? I’d like to arrange a private Whodunnit for Hire murder mystery party elsewhere. Where should I host it?   A. Choose a location within 50 miles of Baltimore, Maryland, USA. The location must have free on-site parking, be handicap accessible, and have a space large enough for your guests. Your favorite restaurant might be perfect.

Q? What is the cost to turn my event into a murder mystery?   A. The in-person format is $1250.  The virtual format is $475.

Q? How many guests should be at my private murder mystery party?   A. A minimum of 20 guests. There is no maximum guest count.

Q? Will the event be about my guests? Or will you bring actors? A. The whodunnit will be about your guests. I won't be bringing actors. It is an interactive game where your guests will play the suspects accused of the crime and the detectives solving whodunnit.

Q? Could I keep this a surprise? A. Yes. I recommend you keep it a surprise. If you are having a themed event ask your guests to come in costume.

Q? How long does it take? A. Two and a half hours. Here is an example timeline.

• 6:30 pm   Doors Open/Thirty Minute Mix and Mingle/Welcome Reception

• 7:00 pm   Salads Served/Guests Seated/Murder Mystery Begins

• 7:30 pm   Entrees Served followed by Interrogations

• 8:30 pm   Desserts Served followed by Wrap-Up, Curtain Call, and Awards

• 9:00 pm   End (it will take me 20 minutes to break down, pack up, and vacate)

Q? Should I provide a meal to my guests during the murder mystery? A. Yes. It gives them a reason to be seated and helps with the timing.

Q? Could you provide the meal? A. If you choose to host the murder mystery party at one of my locations I can arrange the meal on your behalf and include it in the cost. Or, you could purchase a table or two for your group at one of my open-to-the-public events.

Q? Should I provide additional entertainment such as a band or DJ?   A. No. Do not plan additional entertainment unless you plan to have them start after the mystery dinner has concluded.

Q? Can the guests be in more than one room?   A. No.

Q? Are costumes required? A. If you are booking one of my themed events please encourage your guests to come in costume. Some won't, that's okay, but the events only make sense when most people are dressed for the theme you've chosen. It is part of the fun.

• 1920s - "Sinister Speakeasy" - folks should come dressed as flappers and gangsters of the prohibition era

• 1940s - "CLUE" based on the board game and guests should come in red, black, or blue cocktail dresses as Ms. Scarlet, Ms. White, or Ms. Peacock; or in purple, green, or yellow as Professor Plum, Mister Green, or Colonel Mustard.

• 1950s - "Malt Shoppe Murder" - folks should wear poodle skirts, or cuffed jeans and a t-shirt with a pack of cigarettes rolled in the sleeve

• 1980s - "Gag Me With A Spoon. She's Dead." - folks should look like 80s rockstars (Cindy Lauper, Run DMC, Michael Jackson, Madonna, etc.)

• Wild West - "Wanted Dead or Alive" - folks should come as cowboys or saloon gals

• Hollywood - "Hollywood Homicide" - folks should get all glammed up for this one, look like you are walking the red carpet

• Pirates - "Dead Men Tell No Tales" - pirates and wenches are needed for this one

• Classic - "19 Crimes" Dinner Party - ask your guests to dress in all black or as a criminal (search jailbird)

• Classic - "Whodunnit" Birthday or Corporate Party - there is no need to specify dress in this one, it could be casual or elevated, your choice

• Wizards - "Book 8" - folks should wear cloaks, house colors, and witches' hats

Q? Why should I book with Whodunnit for Hire?   A. I've been doing this for more than twenty years with great success. I am an expert and I love doing this. Your employees are going to have a blast! They will be laughing and engaged, they will communicate and collaborate. They will become fast friends. I've seen it again and again. I know it works. I know they will sing your praises at the end of this party. Plus, it takes the work off your plate. If you call me, at least half your work is done.

Q? What information should I send you to book a murder mystery party?   A. Send the location, date, and start time. And send the purpose of the event (i.e. company party, birthday party, etc.).

Q? How do I get in touch with you?   A. My name is Wendy Olenik, I live in Baltimore, Maryland and I own Whodunnit for Hire. I write the scripts and I produce the events. You may text, call, or email me. I am excited to turn your event into a murder mystery party. But watch out. This is so much fun you might die laughing. Bwhahahahaha.

410-549-2722

murdermysterycompany@gmail.com