Gold, Frankincense & Murder (Optional Costume – Christmas Party Wear)

Welcome to the celebrations of the first night of Sleeping Beauty pantomime, at the Emerald theatre.

The first night was a runaway success, it’s looking like Jack will be able to save his beloved Emerald theatre from closure.

Sleeping beauty was awakened, but were their secrets that were also awakened, and should Golden Secrets have been left to lie?

The Award Winners (Optional Costume – Black Tie / Ball Gowns)

And the winner is...

Whose name is inside the Golden Envelope this year?

Will it be Alison Mcfee whose debut film has caused such a stir? Or perhaps A list celebrity Naomi Piper? Whoever it is you can be certain that somebody will bear a grudge behind those false smiles of sincerity.

Would you kill to ensure your name is on the famous golden statuette?

The Fashion House (Optional Costume – 1920’s Glad Rags)

It is 1926. The biggest fashion designer of the decade is organising a fashion show and cat walk at your hotel tonight. Many of the latest designs will be on show. But are any of the designs totally original? Is someone jealous of what’s on display? And would somebody kill if the money was right?

The Betrayers: Final Move (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear etc)

A group of strangers meet in a castle deep in the wilderness as they compete to survive in the ultimate murder mystery. Hosted by the ever-popular Cornelia Shrinkleman, the show has moved to the hotel this evening for the grand finale – which for the first time will be held publicly in front of specially invited friends and guests.

However, in an act of complete betrayal, the show’s producer is murdered for real – who will be able to solve the riddles and crack this code – before whodunnit was makes their final move?

How to Murder a Millionaire (Optional Costume – 1950s)

It is 1956. Millicent Montague is throwing a party to celebrate the release of her latest Hollywood blockbuster "How to Murder a Millionaire". All the stars will all be there and Millicent is hoping that she will be able to put the past behind her. You know the sort of thing:  The rumours of her affairs, her involvement with a prominent American Politician, Her Mafia connections, etcetera etcetera. She is hoping that the film will distract people from all that. But you can be sure that someone has a grudge to bear. But would they kill because of it?

The Time Machine (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear)

Ben Chronos has been a member of Killinton Inventors’ Society for many years and is adored by the other members, but his brother thinks he is more than a little crazy. Ben has asked everyone here this evening to to reveal the project he has been working on for years – a time machine! However, all does not go to plan as secrets are uncovered and an unknown visitor makes an appearance.

A Midsummer Murder (Optional Costume –Smart Casual or your best tie-dye hippy!)

A strange circle of stones has been found on land belonging to Killinton resident, Amos Wheatley.  Archaeologists believe this could be an ancient monument to rival Stonehenge and is of huge significance.  Amos and a fracking firm, who are also interested in the land, are not so sure!  Will interested parties be set on murderous intent to achieve their goals?

Abigail’s Divorce (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear)

Abigail and James have split – and Abigail is celebrating escaping James’ grip with a huge party, to which you are invited. It might seem spiteful, but in the light of Abigail’s recounts of James being a demanding, controlling and abusive husband, supporting her getting over him is what a good friend should do, right? However, when James turns up pleading for Abigail to take him back, telling her that he still loves her, and quite clearly demonstrating his ability to take care of her, what with all that money, the party doesn’t end up going exactly to plan.

The Jewellers (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear)

Join Sir Giles Cordingley, Managing Director of Giles Cordingley Jewellery and Chairman of the Midland Jewelers’ Association, for a peaceful night with his fellow jewelers. But is someone jealous of his success – or do they just want him out of the way?

The After Show Party (Optional Costume – Black Tie / Ball Gowns)

Having all been interviewed on the infamous Jenny James Show that morning, light-hearted teasing turns to full-blown arguments as interviewees condone each other’s’ behaviour. But when one of them ends up dead, there’s a more serious matter to be discussed – one not suitable for the likes of day-time television. Time to call in the detectives!

Dreams (Optional Costume –Ghosts, Vampires etc)

Alex Canterbury is a 'dream analyst'. He has supposedly helped many clients to rid themselves of their nightmares... until Janet. Tonight, Alex is trying a different approach and has decided that Janet needs some public therapy, so you are all invited to try and help poor Janet achieve a much-needed return to normality. The trouble is, 'The Dreams' are becoming reality. Janet's last phone call to Alex was: "My mobile was ringing, and I woke up to find a picture of me sleeping on it taken from the other side of my bedroom. Alex, you remember I live alone, don't you?"...

Murder Beyond the Manor (Optional Costume – Dinner Jackets & Ball Gowns)

This evening, Lord & Lady Jacobson are hosting a party in honour of their son’s engagement to socialite Champagne Oxton. With the Jacobson manor undergoing substantial refurbishment, the very wealthy Jacobsons are hosting the party at the hotel, and you’re invited. Tonight, is supposed to be an evening of celebration – but will everything go to plan? Perhaps – but it depends on who’s plan!?

Murder Under the Mistletoe (Optional Costume – Christmas Party Wear)

It is Christmas in 1899 and the Prime Minister, Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, is hosting a lavish party. Spirits are high at the turn of the century, commerce and politics are doing well. It is also 7 years since the infamous Jack the Ripper was last active. But is everyone who they say they are? And has the Ripper really finished his work?