Nothing says “Season’s Greetings” like holiday music, Sugarplum fairies, and murder. It's opening night for Balance Ballet Company's production of The Nutcracker, and something seriously unbalanced is going down. The star has been killed, moments before the curtain was set to rise. Was it Demi Pointe, the ambitious understudy? Could it have been Pierre Owet, the perfectionist director? Did the overworked PA, Tan Due, finally snap? Only you can solve the case, save the performance, and make sure the holiday season gets off on the right foot!
Appropriate for ages 12+!
This game takes 1-2 hours to play depending on your group size
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The mystery is built to be played by 4-20+ characters, ANY of whom could be the murderer and each have gripping motives for murder. **Additional guests can play as “detectives” who ask questions each round and guess the killer at the end!
| Demi Pointe | she/her | ambitious understudy |
| Pierre Owet | he/him | perfectionist artistic director |
| Tan Due | any | overworked PA |
| Ron DeJaum | he/him | stage manager |
| Dan Sing | he/him | leading man, playing the prince |
| Ara Besck | she/her | sugar plum fairy |
| Chassé | any | pop star |
| Ada Gio | she/her | ensemble dancer |
| Cori O'Graphy | any | choreographer |
| Eta Hoffman | she/her | biographer, writing about the lead |
| Chai Covsky | any | influencer under the username "TikTovsky" |
| Alex Dumas | any | reviewer |
| Peter Burg | he/him | Russian producer |
| Tim Pani | he/him | musician |
| Halle Mark | she/her | movie director |
| Marcy Pan | she/her | sweet shop owner, partnering with the ballet for a sponsorship |
| Holly Days | she/her | hardcore holiday fan |
| Manny Ger | any | building superintendent |
| Stan Less | he/him | janitor |
| Lee Ahtard | any | costume designer |

The game supports 4–20+ characters. If you have additional guests, they can participate as detectives, giving larger groups a way to join the investigation without requiring every person to have a character role.
Plan for approximately 1–2 hours of gameplay. The actual party can last longer depending on how much time you spend on dinner, costumes, decorations, socializing, and getting into character.
Yes. The game includes a virtual host guide, virtual murderer assignment tool, and Zoom backgrounds to help you bring the mystery online. Invite your guests, assign characters, and investigate together from wherever you are.
Not at all. You don't need to be an actor to enjoy the game. Each character has information to help guide the role, while the interactive format gives guests plenty of opportunities to simply have fun and play along.
Yes. The host can participate in the mystery rather than spending the entire game on the sidelines. The host guide provides instructions to help keep the investigation moving while still allowing you to enjoy the experience with your guests.
The game includes character booklets, in-person and virtual host guides, a question menu, who-did-it slips, virtual murderer assignment tool, award certificates, an invitation template, and Zoom backgrounds.
Roaring 20’s: Death By Bathtub Gin is recommended for ages 13 and up. It's a fun option for teen and adult groups who enjoy interactive games, costumes, mysteries, and themed parties.
The game is designed for private group entertainment. If you're considering using it for a public, commercial, or ticketed event, check the applicable licensing or usage terms before doing so.