I Love the 80's... TO DEATH!

Schedule

Thu Mar 05 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Old Republic Kitchen + Bar | Elgin, IL

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Dinner // Show // And a little M**der... A Rockin' Radical Night of Mystery
About this Event

I Love the 80's... TO DEATH!

Become immersed in a comedic M**der mystery dinner theater show where YOU are part of the story at Old Republic in Elgin!

During this interactive experience, you will:

  • Become a part of the story! You may be selected to participate as a suspect in the crime.
  • Investigate and work with your table to solve the mystery before the live experience ends.
  • Participate in a live-action version of the game “Clue.”
  • Make KILLER memories, all while enjoying a three-course meal.
  • Experience immersive theater with the experts in mystery entertainment!


Thursday March 5: 6PM arrival, 7:00 PM show start time.

Running time: 3 hours (Cocktails / Dinner Buffet + Show)

For the best experience, arrive on time!


It’s the 80’s again, and all of the big names are here for a big concert. Tensions run rampant as backstage secrets spill out into the spotlight with like, totally tragic results! This isn’t an episode of Miami Vice! This is like…M**der. It’s up to you to bust it like a ghost, for sure! Peg your jeans, slouch your socks, flash some neon, put on way too much eyeliner and get that hair up! You are going to solve this crime in style. No time to be Too Shy! You are a Smooth Operator, and you know to listen to those Careless Whispers. It’s time to put on your Sunglasses at Night and Relax. Time after time…You will solve the case.


Menu (Buffet):

1st course:

Crisp Garden Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

2nd course (snack):

Beer Nuggets with Marinara Sauce

Fresh, Hot Pizza (Cheese, Sausage and Pepperoni)

3rd course:

Sliced Italian Roast Beef w/ Fresh Baguette, Au Jus, Sweet Peppers and Giardinera

Our #1 Selling Chicken Fingers w/ Buttermilk Ranch, Honey Mustard and BBQ

Pasta Cavatappi with Red Pesto Sauce

Our Famous Wisconsin Mac 'N Cheese

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There is a cash/credit card bar available for beverages.

Reservations are not required - each ticket gurantees a seat at a table. Guests that would like to sit together is based on table availabilty on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE basis.


Questions: [email protected]

**NO REFUNDS. This is an INDOOR/HEATED OUTDOOR EVENT**

OLD REPUBLIC is home to the largest and hottest space in KANE COUNTY. Located in Elgin (Rt. 20 & Randall Rd) more information including menus and contact can be found at www.oldrepublicbar.com


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Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Cocktails / Mingle / Dinner Buffet

Info: Guests arrive, actors mingle to go over the
rules, set the scene, and hand out suspect
roles!


🕑: 07:00 PM
Show Begins

Info: Act 1 7pm - Investigation 7:30pm | Act 2 7:45pm - Investigation 8:15pm | Act 3 8:30pm


🕑: 09:00 PM
End of Show

Info: Final Sentencing 8:50pm | Awards 8:55pm


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Where is it happening?

Old Republic Kitchen + Bar, 155 South Randall Road, Elgin, United States

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Tickets

USD 65.87

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