Do you ever listen to a murder mystery podcast, read a thriller, or watch an old episode of “Murder, She Wrote,” and just have a hunch about who the guilty party is? If you fancy yourself part Jessica Fletcher, we have an experience you’re absolutely going to love. There’s a murder mystery dinner theater troupe in Oregon that puts guests right at the scene of the crime, for a real-life game of Clue that’s sure to delight all self-described detectives.
Located in the heart of downtown Portland, the Historic Embassy Suites Portland was built in 1912, and is the only Embassy Suites that’s also a member of the Historic Hotels of America.
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The inside is grand and gilded, with an opulence common in buildings of this era.
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The historic hotel is also the perfect setting for… murder.
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The Dinner Detective, a murder mystery dinner theatre troupe in Oregon, hosts monthly interactive shows at this PDX hotel.
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Guests join The Dinner Detective company for what starts off as an auspicious, four-course meal.
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The dinner begins, and guests are treated to a variety of appetizers.
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The dinner menu is “Top Chef” level, and includes dishes like pan-fried trout, mushroom ragu, and herbed polenta.
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But somewhere along the way, the evening takes a terrible turn.
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There’s been a murder, and someone in the room did it!
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The room is sealed off, and the authorities are called in.
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Guests are given name tags and scripts, and must get to the bottom of the murder mystery.
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Working together, tables of people who started out as strangers, are now detectives trying to get to the bottom of the mystery. One of them may even be the murderer him or herself!
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By the end of the night, someone will be found guilty. Who will it be??
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The Dinner Detective’s shows are a fun way for folks to abandon their inhibitions and have a little fun.
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After all, the first rule of improv is “Yes, And!”
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Did you know about this murder mystery dinner theater experience in Oregon? Doesn’t it sound like fun? Learn more and reserve tickets for an upcoming show at The Dinner Detective website.
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For another murder mystery dining experience in Oregon, be sure to check out the Mount Hood Scenic Railroad, which offers themed dinner excursions
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Address: Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown, 319 SW Pine St, Portland, OR 97204, USA
