Solve the Mystery Yourself at Dover High’s Interactive Murder Mystery Play

The Dover High School Thespians are launching an exciting interactive murder mystery play titled “The Grande Demise.” This production kicks off the 2025-2026 academic year and promises a unique experience for the audience.

About “The Grande Demise”

Set in the early 1930s, “The Grande Demise” takes place during an open house at a vacant vaudeville theater. The plot revolves around realtor Michael McShifty, portrayed by Noah Beachy, and his assistant Autumn Drivemore, played by Allisynn Hamsher. Their mission is to assist playboy Phillip Le Grande, portrayed by Max Cooley, who has embroiled his family’s cherished theater in financial troubles.

Key Characters and Motives

• Michael McShifty: Realtor, played by Noah Beachy
• Autumn Drivemore: Assistant, played by Allisynn Hamsher
• Phillip Le Grande: Playboy with a failing theater, played by Max Cooley
• Supporting characters include a washed-up vaudeville actress, a successful movie star, and Phillip’s college best friend.
• Other characters consist of former actresses and their families, a costume designer, a choreographer, and various others who are affected by Phillip’s decisions.

As the narrative unfolds, it becomes apparent that numerous individuals have reasons to wish Phillip harm.

Audience Participation

A standout feature of this production is the audience’s role in resolving the mystery. Senior Madeline Luellen, playing the first U.S. female detective, Molly Goodman, will lead the interrogations of the suspects. After the interactions, the audience will cast their votes to identify the murderer.

Performance Details

“The Grande Demise” will take place on November 20, 21, and 22 at 7 p.m. in the Dover High School auditorium. Tickets are available for $5, and all seats are general admission.

Conclusion

This innovative approach to theater not only engages the audience but also highlights the talents of the Dover High School Thespians. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in an old-fashioned whodunit while helping to solve the mystery yourself!