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Interactive Theater Murder Mystery Script: Murder is a Fine Art by Mystery Writer Jack Pachuta.
Her critiques were poisonous

Murder is a Fine Art

Words have a power that can lead to murderous intents with deadly results. Art critic Libby LaBelle used the printed word to end the artistic endeavors of many talented people. It’s not surprising that someone approached her with murder in mind. Treat your audience to a plot filled with unexpected events.  

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About the script

Cast of Interactive Murder Mystery Theater: Murder is a Fine Art by mystery writer Jack Pachuta

Setting: Art gallery opening reception

  • Cast of 7 actors: 4 men and 3/4 women
  • Number of Acts: 2
  • Time including interaction: approx. 75 min.


The Plot

  • The timeframe for this mystery is flexible, In the photo, the Northland Hotel in Green Bay celebrated its opening 100 years before by setting the murder mystery in the Roaring '20s.


Libby LaBelle, art critic for the influential "Graphic News," used her vitriolic columns to destroy the careers of many artists. A good review from Libby meant instant success. A bad review could signal the end of the line for the career of even the most talented individual.


​And, Libby didn't limit her critiques to the art world. She'd regularly write scathing comments about the events she'd attended, panning the planning as well as the cuisine and wine selections. That's why, over the years, her list of eminent enemies grew. She was loved by her adoring fans and hated by the targets of her poisonous prose.


​When it was announced that impressionist artist Pete Casso was to preview an upcoming exhibit at the Creative Connection Art Gallery, Libby made a point of letting everyone know she'd be there to, once again, pen a negative review of Casso's latest masterpiece.


Who would have suspected that the review would never be printed? For, in the middle of an acerbic attack on both the artwork and the occasion, Libby collapsed in a heap on the floor of the gallery, her worrisome word processor silenced forever.


Did someone take the opportunity to do away with her explosive expletives? And, what past unknown indiscretions could have prompted the passion? It would take a palette of investigative skills to solve the case and identify the murderer.

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the cast

Libby and Lilac LaBelle of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta.

LIBBY LABELLE - ART CRITIC AND LILAC LABELLE - Libby's first cousin

LIBBY LABELLE - ART CRITIC AND LILAC LABELLE - Libby's first cousin

LIBBY LABELLE - ART CRITIC AND LILAC LABELLE - Libby's first cousin

Libby and Lilac grew up together and were inseparable until they fell in love with the same man, Brett Cutler. Libby won the man, but how long would the victory last, and what would be the repercussions?


CASTING NOTE: Since Libby and Lilac look alike and are never on stage at the same time, both roles can be played by the same actress.

Art Dealer Brett Cutler of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta.

BRETT CUTLER - Billionaire art dealer

LIBBY LABELLE - ART CRITIC AND LILAC LABELLE - Libby's first cousin

LIBBY LABELLE - ART CRITIC AND LILAC LABELLE - Libby's first cousin

He couldn't decide between Libby and Lilac, but Libby eventually won his affections. When she tossed him into the streets penniless, he was determined to return and show Libby what she had missed. How would he have gone about it? 

Impressionist Pete Casso of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta

PETE CASSO - Impressionist artist

LIBBY LABELLE - ART CRITIC AND LILAC LABELLE - Libby's first cousin

PETE CASSO - Impressionist artist

His work has been extolled by art critics everywhere. Only Libby LaBelle called him a "charlatan." It's been rumored that Libby's reviews cost Casso millions. Would he have been able to control his artistic temperament?

Sharon Sharalike of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta.

SHARON SHARALIKE - Event planner

SHARON SHARALIKE - Event planner

PETE CASSO - Impressionist artist

She's been rebuilding her career after Libby blasted her planning abilities several years ago. What would Libby have said about the event at the gallery? Could Sharon have afforded another bad review from her nemesis?

Art Forger Fiona Fakes of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta.

FIONA FAKES - Art forger

SHARON SHARALIKE - Event planner

LUIGI LAMBRUSCO - Italian chef

A negative review by Libby put an end to her budding career as a legitimate fine artist. Then, last week in her column, Libby promised to expose Fiona's  black market activities. Was Fiona's solution as simple as black and white?


Chef Luigi Lambrusco of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta.

LUIGI LAMBRUSCO - Italian chef

SHARON SHARALIKE - Event planner

LUIGI LAMBRUSCO - Italian chef

His cuisine and knowledge of wine made him a rising culinary star until he catered an event at which Libby was present. When Libby scoffed at his food fabrications, his business suffered. Could another such cut have been fatal?

LAWRENCE LAW - Security Guard

LAWRENCE LAW - Security Guard

Security Guard Law of theatrical murder mystery script, "Murder is a Fine Art" by Jack Pachuta.

LAWRENCE LAW - Security Guard

LAWRENCE LAW - Security Guard

LAWRENCE LAW - Security Guard

He's a former policeman who was hired to guard the painting. He will take charge of the investigation, and no clues are too obscure for his keen investigative eye.

LAWRENCE LAW - Security Guard

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