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Whodunnit for Hire turns ordinary events into fun, engaging, and interactive murder mystery parties. Dive into a world of suspense, plot twists, and laughter! But watch out. This is so much fun you might die laughing. Bwhahahahaha.

• Classic - "Whodunnit"

• 1920s - "Sinister Speakeasy"

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

• 1950s - "Malt Shoppe Murder"

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

• Pirates - "Dead Men Tell No Tales"

• Wild West - "Wanted Dead or Alive"

• Hollywood - "Hollywood Homicide"

• Wizards - "Murder Among Magic"

• Jailbirds - "19 Crimes"

Hi, I'm Wendy Olenik, the proud owner of Whodunnit for Hire, LLC, based in Baltimore, Maryland. For over 20 years, I've been transforming ordinary events into unforgettable murder mystery parties that will captivate your guests. From writing the scripts to flawlessly executing the entire event, I take care of everything so you can enjoy the fun. If you’re looking for an engaging, interactive experience that will leave a lasting impression, I’d love to bring your next event to life! Call or text me at 410-549-2722, or email me to get started.

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

Question. What is a murder mystery party? Answer. Picture this: Someone at your party "dies" (oh my!), and your guests search for clues, interrogate suspects, and solve whodunnit. My murder mystery storylines are packed with humor, ensuring non-stop entertainment. My murder mystery parties are designed to foster team building, enhance communication, boost morale, and strengthen collaboration skills—all while having an unforgettable time together.

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

Question. Could I book all the seats at one of your public parties and turn it into a private event?   Answer. Yes. You are welcome to turn a public event into a private birthday party or team-building event. Absolutely. Let me know which date works for you, if all the seats are available, I'll send you an invoice and my W9, and the date will be yours.

Question. I’d like to arrange a private Whodunnit for Hire murder mystery party elsewhere. Where should I host it?   Answer. 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 is probably going to be perfect. A restaurant inside a hotel is normally a great choice. Golf clubs, country clubs, and fire halls are also lovely options.

Question. What is the cost?   Answer. The price is $1250 plus kindly include me in the meal and parking count.

Question. For $1250, how many players (guests) can I have at my murder mystery party?   Answer. You should have at least twenty people. There is no maximum guest count. The price doesn't change as your guest count increases. So if you have 25-30 people at your party, you are looking at roughly $50 per person, if you have 80 people, the fee is roughly $16 per person. If you have 250 people the fee is $5 per person. The price of $1250 (plus one meal and parking for one car) is a flat fee and does not increase unless you are further than 50 miles from Baltimore.

Question. What is the perfect number of guests? Answer. Any number larger than twenty is fine.

Question. Why do you need twenty people? Answer. Some of your guests are going to be the suspects. The balance of players are your detectives and you need enough detectives for it to be engaging and fun.

Question. Will the event be about my guests? Answer. Absolutely! Yes! The entire whodunnit will be about your guests. Your guests will play the suspects accused of the crime and the sleuths solving whodunnit.

Question. Could I pay to have actors be the suspects rather than my guests? Answer. If you'd like more actors on site, the fee is $375 per actor, plus a meal and a parking spot per actor.

Question. Could I keep this a surprise? Answer. If this is a fundraiser and you are selling seats, do not keep this a surprise. If this is a company party, team building event, birthday party, or family reunion, yes, keep this a surprise.

Question. How long does it take? Answer. It takes two and a half hours for a murder mystery dinner party. The game portion takes two hours. Here is an example timeline. Your event could take place from noon-2:30 pm, 4-6:30 pm, 8-10:30 pm, etc. It is your choice. Just allow me to start the game before the meal is served or the buffet opens, when everyone takes their seat.

• 6:30 pm   Doors Open/Welcome Reception

• 7:00 pm   Guests Seated/Murder Mystery Begins/Salads Served (Or Buffet Opens)

• 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)

Question. Should I provide a meal to my guests during the murder mystery? Answer. This is your choice, but serving a meal gives them a reason to be on time and to be seated. In an office setting, you could do this from 2-4 pm and not have food, but you do need to have them seated the same way you would for a presentation.

Question. Could you provide the meal? Answer. Yes, 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. Dutch's Daughter in Frederick can host over 100 guests, the Dragon Distillery in Frederick can host 56 guests, the Donaldson Brown Mansion in Port Deposit can host 46 guests, and Doozy's Diner in Catonsville can host 38 guests. Or, you could purchase a table or two for your group at one of my open-to-the-public events.

Question. Could you provide the meal at an alternative location? Answer. If you work out the final price with an alternative location, I could add the $1250 to this, and you could pay me that fee as one sum. I will pay for the meal. I do this for companies needing a single invoice for Team-Building. No problem.

Question. Should I provide additional entertainment, such as a band or DJ?   Answer. Not for the same two hours as the murder mystery. But you could have them start when the mystery dinner is finished. Absolutely. In the example timeline above, the band or DJ would start at 9:30 pm.

Question. Can the guests be in more than one room?   Answer. No.

Question. Could the guests be standing for a cocktail reception with tall tables of food available throughout the space? Answer. No.

Question. Are costumes required? Answer. 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 make more sense when most people are dressed for the theme you've chosen.

• Classic - "Whodunnit" Birthday Party, Company Party, Team Building Event, Family Reunion, Fundraiser - no costumes, come as you are

• 1920s - "Sinister Speakeasy" - folks should come dressed as flappers and gangsters of the prohibition era (think Great Gatsby)

• 1940s - "CLUE" based on the board game and guests should come in red, black, or blue cocktail dresses for Ms. Scarlet, Ms. White, or Ms. Peacock; or wearing a purple, green, or yellow shirt (or hat, or suit, or tie, etc.) for Professor Plum, Mister Green, or Colonel Mustard.

• 1950s - "Malt Shoppe Murder" - ladies should wear poodle skirts, or similar, fellows should wear cuffed jeans and a t-shirt with a pack of cigarettes rolled in the sleeve (search 1950s costume for ideas)

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

• Wizards - "Murder Among Magic" - folks should wear cloaks and witches' hats (search DIY wizard)

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

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

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

• Jailbirds - "19 Crimes" - all black attire (i.e. your little black dress) or convict stripes (search jailbird)

Question. How does it work? Answer. I arrive before your guests and set the space. After your guests arrive and have had time to mingle, I will start with a "dead body scene". This scene will be funny (my whodunnits are always a comedy). After we break for food (buffet or served is fine), we continue the game. Some folks will be suspects, others detectives. Everyone plays, and it is very interactive. The mystery is solved as folks are eating. I end with a curtain call and awards. From "dead body" to "awards" it takes two hours. For a team building event that doesn't include food, I can complete the activity in 75 minutes.

Question. What do I need to supply? What will you supply? Answer. You supply the location, the food, and one parking spot for my car. I will bring everything needed for the mystery. I will bring a backdrop, mystery mood music, a speaker and microphone, props, pencils, notebooks, crime scene tape, awards, etc.

Question. Should I decorate? Answer. If you are having a themed event and want to decorate, go for it. However, special decorations are not required.

Question. Why should I choose Whodunnit for Hire for my murder mystery event? Answer: I have over two decades of experience. I bring a high level of expertise and passion to every event I host. I have written my murder mysteries to be both engaging and enjoyable, ensuring that your guests have an unforgettable experience. Participants will have fun, strengthen their communication and collaboration skills, build stronger bonds, and create lasting memories. I have seen firsthand how these events foster teamwork and leave guests talking about the experience long after the event ends. If I'm available, I will personally oversee the event to ensure everything runs smoothly. If not, one of my trusted Whodunnit Mystery Managers will provide the same level of professionalism and attention to detail. Either way, your event is in excellent hands.

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

Question. Can I purchase the script and operate the whodunnit without you? Answer. I've been working on a diy mystery script. Call me, we'll talk. 410-549-2722

Question. How do I get in touch with you?   Answer. 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