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Dinner Theatre - Community Series​
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The Matthews Playhouse Community Series brings engaging live performances beyond the theatre and into the community, connecting with audiences where they live and gather. These community shows transform familiar public spaces into stages “taking theatre to unexpected places.”

Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Death and Deceit on the Nile

by Peter Pietro

 

Join us for an unforgettable evening of suspense, comedy, and delicious food at our Murder Mystery Theatre! Guests become part of the action as they help solve a whodunit filled with twists and surprises. It’s the perfect night out for friends, couples, and anyone who loves a good mystery. Select your suspect wisely, and you will be eligible for our gift basket raffle!​

 

Tickets are $50 and include food, drinks, and FUN! Show will be held at three (3) wonderful venues. Please select your venue, date, and time below.

*Each venue has different menu options. Please see below for details.

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Indian Trail VFW
Aug 8-9, 2025

Enjoy a meal catered by Creative Food Concepts that includes: mixed green salad tossed in a house vinaigrette, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, honey butter carrots, sun-dried tomato & feta chicken pasta primavera, and dinner roll  

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Cash bar on site with beer, wine, and soft drinks.

 

Performance Dates

  • Friday, August 8: Dinner served at 6:00pm, Performance at 7:00pm

  • Saturday, August 9th: Lunch served at 1:00pm, Performance at 2:00pm

  • Saturday, August 9th: Dinner served at 6:00pm, Performance at 7:00pm

 

Address

  • 100 VFW Lane, 

Indian Trail, NC 28079​​

Matthews Ballroom
Aug 16, 2025

Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres, 2 drink tickets, and a performance you'll never forget! 

 

* Due to the fact that the Ballroom is located in a historic building, it is NOT equipped with an elevator. Please note that the performance is on the 2nd floor and is only accessible by stairs.

 

Parking is available on the street or in any Town of Matthews public parking areas.

 

Performance Dates

  • Saturday, August 16th:  Hors d'oeuvres & drinks served at 6:00pm, Performance at 7:00pm

 

Address

  • 189 North Trade Street 

Matthews, NC 28105​​

Levine Senior Center
Aug  22-23, 2025

​Enjoy a meal catered by Chef Henry Catering. Ticket includes: Dinner, dessert, water/tea, and one free drink ticket.

 

Your Meal Choice of:

  • Pasta Primavera, salad, roll, dessert, & tea/water

  • Chicken with spinach sauce, rice, green beans, salad, roll, dessert, & tea/water

 

Performance Dates

  • Friday, August 22: Dinner served at 6:00pm, Performance at 7:00pm

  • Saturday, August 23: Lunch served at 1:00pm, Performance at 2:00pm

 

Address

  • 1050 Devore Lane

Matthews, NC 28105​​

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