Fall 2026
A Night of Blacker Darkness
Spring 2027
iAct Competition
Piece TBA
A Night of Blacker Darkness
A play written by
New York Times
Best Selling author
Dan Wells
About the Show
Frederick Whithers is many things—an accountant, a forger, a crook—but he is not a vampire. Not even remotely.If you lined up everyone you know on a scale from vampire to not-vampire, Frederick Whithers would be all the way at the not-vampire end, meekly wondering why he was included. But he was in prison, after all, and the best way to escape from prison in 1817 is to smuggle yourself out in a coffin, obviously, and when some actual vampires see Frederick get out of his coffin, well, it's an easy conclusion to come to.Now the vampires are chasing him, and the constables are chasing him, and a vampire hunter is chasing him, and the list goes on and on and remember how he's a forger? There's someone else's awfully big inheritance he wants to claim, and an awfully short time to claim it, and the only person willing to help him is the Romantic poet John Keats. Yes, that John Keats. He's going to have to think very, very fast, or end up in a coffin for good.
Past Productions
A Murder Masquerade
Inspired by Venice’s famed Comedia dell’ Arte, "A Murder Masquerade" by Natasha Cederberg is a well-designed, whodunit mystery riddled with witty banter and thrilling drama. The performance includes opportunities for audience participation and a “Question and Answer” session allowing attendees to unravel who had the means, motive, and opportunity to carry out murder.
Gad Zeus!
The gods of Olympus have gathered unknowingly to determine who amongst them has what it takes to be crowned “Champion of Olympus”. They must compete against one another in a series of trials and challenges set forth by Zeus and Hermes to earn the title and a coveted golden apple. But when the apple turns up missing, they must now determine who among them has the gall to steal from the others.
This epic comedy is sure to keep you laughing as Aphrodite, Ares, Athena, Apollo, and Artemis clamor for the prize, entertaining Zeus, Hera, and Hermes along the way.
Little Wax Museum of Horrors
Frankenstein's Monster and his Bride are finally getting hitched! But someone has it out for the residents of the Famous Literary Monster's Room! Come along and join them in the infamous Worly Wax Museum...if you dare!
Yule Ball Presented by Gem and Tonic
Step into the enchanting world of Hogwarts as we invite you to an unforgettable evening of elegance, enchantment, and wizarding wonder.
Has someone been cheating at Quidditch? Slytherin thinks so and soon more than accusations are flying!
An Open and Shut Case
Young, handsome Harold is married to elderly, wheelchair-ridden Elizabeth because of that age-old attraction—money. So naturally, Harold plans to murder her and inherit all that glorious money. Inga, Lisa, Beth, and Zachary are all brought in to help around the large house, and then bodies start to stack up. Who-done-it? You will be shocked when you finally find out the answer.
I-Act 2025 Awards:
Best Actor in a Supporting Role - McKay Larsen
Outstanding Performance in a Cameo Role - Sarah Ridinger
Outstanding Sound Design - Colton DePuy
Who Whacked Drac?
After all the hub-bub at the museum, Creature and Bride bought a house! Now the house warming party is planned and invitations have been sent out to all the guys and ghouls. You will be delighted to see some familiar faces, some new faces, and some...invisible faces???
About Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater
Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater was founded in 2024 to provide a creative space for the Emmett community in the theatrical arts. EMDT combines the business savvy of Sarah, the original writing of Tasha, and the technical skills of Colton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater?
Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater is Emmett’s premier dinner theater. We started in 2023 with the whisp of an idea and grew it into a full-fledged business in 2024.Who is Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater?
At the heart and soul of Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater are the people. Starting with Sarah Ridinger, who conceptualized the idea of a mystery dinner theater presence in Emmett and strove to make it happen with our first production of A Murder Masquerade. Natasha DePuy is our resident playwright, and has written and directed all but one of our plays to date. Our lighting and sound effects master is Colton DePuy, who has since tried his hand at acting through EMDT. And of course, the fantastic casts and crew that we have had with our productions.Why Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater?
· Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater strives to deliver fantastic food and fantastic entertainment for our guests with every production.
· We partner with local businesses to benefit the community we live in ourselves.What kind of shows does Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater produce?
Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater is committed to delivering quality material to our audiences. We make sure that our content is appropriate for the whole family, but can still be enjoyed by adults for a night out.Are Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater productions interactive?
Yes! And no. Emmett Mystery Dinner Theater productions have elements of audience participation, but do not require you to interact if that is not your cup of tea. We understand that not everyone enjoys an immersive experience, so we have geared our shows to reflect that.
We appreciate all of your support.
If you have any questions, please let us know. Email the Mystery Dinner Theater coordinators at info@emmettdinnertheater.com
Sponsorships
Thank you for your sponsorship consideration!Each business that supports us with any financial contribution will be mentioned in social media posts and at each production night. Individuals will receive shout outs in social media posts as well. Anonymous giving will also be available.We thank you for your support!Contributions are not tax deductible.
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EMDT Code of Conduct
Purpose
Emmett Dinner Theater is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants. This Code of Conduct outlines the principals and expectations we adhere to maintain a positive community
Expected Behavior
All participants, including but not limited to members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers, are expected to:
Treat Others with Respect: Be considerate, inclusive, and respectful of others. Harassment and discrimination will not be tolerated.
Maintain a Safe Environment: Ensure the safety of others by being mindful of your actions and reporting any unsafe conditions.
Comply with Laws: Abide by all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Respect Privacy: Respect the privacy and confidentiality of others.
Be Inclusive: Embrace diversity and be welcoming to all individuals regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or background.
Unacceptable Behavior
Unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to:
Harassment: Harassment includes offensive verbal comments, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, photography or recording without consent, sustained disruption of talks or other events, and unwelcome attention.
Discrimination: Discrimination includes prejudiced actions or comments against any individual or group.
Bullying: Bullying includes any form of written, verbal, or physical abuse.
Unauthorized Activities: Any activities that violate laws, rules, or policies.
Reporting
If you experience or witness a violation of this Code of Conduct, please report it to Sarah Ridinger or Natasha DePuy promptly. Reports will be treated with confidentiality and will be investigated appropriately.
Consequences
Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in removal from this production, inability to participate in future events as well as legal action if applicable.