Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many people can come to a murder mystery?
A. We have held murders for between 5 and 300 people.

Q. How should the location be laid out?
A. We recommend that guests are made into teams of between 6 and 10 people, preferably around tables (although this is not essential).

Q. What do I need to supply?
A. The Company Upfront Supply everything to execute the production, from theatre lighting and note pads & pens to set, props and certificates for the most successful detectives.
All you need to supply is quite simply, the room, the people and a room for us to change in.

Q. How does the evening combine with a meal?
A. This is explained here - first degree murders.

Q. How many actors are there and do they eat with us?
A. There are a minimum of 7 actors for our 1st degree murders. Refreshments for the actors will be required during the evening, it can get hot under the lights!


Q. What if there are only a few people in our party? Or we are working on a limited budget.
A. We have two types of murder, 1st Degree and Public Murders. Take a look at our About page for more information.


Q. How much does it cost?
A. Because private production are tailor made to suit your exact requirements we are unable to quote a price without discussing the event in detail. However, you can get a rough idea of costs here.
We strongly recommend booking a private party as this offers many advantages over the public events - personalization of script - the choice to bespoke the event to your requirements - greater choice of menu - team building - pre-murder mingle.
Public venues will need to be contacted directly to obtain prices.

Q. How long does the event last for?
A. A standard 1st degree murder, based over a three/four course or buffet style meal will last for approx. three hours. However we can also offer one or two day events

Q. Do I need to supply somewhere for the actors to stay?
A. No, however, should we need to travel over approx. 150 miles to get home, we may ask for this. We are able to arrange our own B&B if it helps, however the cost will be added to the fee.

Q. Can you 'personalise' the story?
A. Yes, this is especially successful for parties at which everyone is familiar with one another. For example company parties. More successfully, we can write a complete show, particular to that audience, though this is considerably more expensive.

Q. Can you provide the venue?
A. No. Though we are happy to recommend establishments in your area if we are familiar with them.
Take a look at our locations page for suggestions.

Q. Do you provide the prizes?
A. The Company Upfront supply every member of the winning team with a certificate proclaiming their detective skills. Any additional prize will need to be supplied by you.

Q. Can I choose the storyline?
A. This is usually fine, see our range of productions.
Check out our productions page or contact us to discuss this in detail.

Q. How far in advance do I need to book you?
A. As soon as possible, especially around holidays.

Q. When do we pay you?
A. A 10% (Non-returnable) deposit is required to secure the booking, the balance is payable on the night unless previously arranged. The contract may be broken within 14 days of the events without any further loss. However, if less than 14 days are given the minimum fee will become payable.

Q. So, what do I do next? How do I book you?
A. Contact us via the contacts page and we can discuss you're requirements.
Don't panic there is no HARD SELL!

If you have a question that is not covered above, please do not hesitate to contact us.