1920s Victoria with an old car

An Original Enigmatic You-Play Mystery

Tonight is the annual underworld shindig. All the gangs of Victoria have agreed to a neutral venue, and pledge no violence here. But most in attendance are pushing to get to the bottom of recent events. Everyone wants to find out who is responsible for the murders of two young folks - members of rival crime families in the seedy underbelly of the city. Juliet Cusack was the daughter of the leader of the Cusack gang - smugglers and forgers; while Romeo Moy was a scion in the Moys, who run the gin joints, flop houses and gambling dens. On the outside, the Johnson mob is a small-time operation with plans to get bigger.

The repercussions of this tragedy are just beginning to emerge. No one messes with these families and gets away with it!

The Romeo & Juliet Thing

Details

Players

8-50

Suspects

8-10

This murder mystery was written to be performed in many different locations. It is ideal for those who would like to socialize, mix, and mingle. Teamwork withing gangs is encouraged, but not necessary.

Theme

1920s mobsters! Glam with a side of danger.

Style

You-Play - with appies, drinks, and secrets.

*Please note that this You-Play Mystery contains themes of crime and sexual activity. Be advised that conversation and material may not be suitable or comfortable for all participants.

The Suspects

Shuang Moy – Spokesperson of the Moy crime family in the city. The Moys run the protection rackets, numbers game and vice in the city. Parent to Romeo Moy. 

Ms. Valerie Moncton – Girlfriend of Romeo, a long-time on-again-off-again relationship. Her mother is related to the Moys.

“Lucky” Larry Cusack – Runs the "import/export" of Victoria. Uses his print shop as cover for illicit activities. Father to Juliet Cusack.

Deidre Cusack – Wife to Lucky, loves the trappings of wealth and power. Mother to Juliet and Oliver.

Oliver Cusack – The workshy son. Fancies himself a businessman.

“Tiny” Johnson - The brains in the Johnson Gang. They run the protection rackets and liquor sales in and around the naval base.

“Big” Dave Johnson – The muscle in the Johnson Gang. Breaks legs and bangs heads to get things done.

Pinkerton Detective Keith Florin – The corrupt detective under the pay of all three gangs.

“Gorgeous Georgie” Moy – Gunsmith and armorer to the Moy family, though they buy and sell weapons to anyone who’s paying the right price. 

Mayor LD Taylor – The Mayor of Victoria is here for a good time. Anything that keeps them in office (and the kick backs coming) is a good thing – and that normally means keeping the streets free of violence.