Hopelessly Devoted to Murder

Written and Directed by Terry Smith

Produced by Jerri Wiseman

Cast Members: Betsy Hansen, Ilan Komrad, and Russell Silber

Greased hair, bobby socks, poodle skirts—and one shocking murder. At Rockway High, the drama is bigger than the school dance, and when a student turns up dead, the resident cool guy and his gang race to uncover the culprit before the last song plays. Dress to impress in your best ’50s style and join the party. It’s a night of dinner, dancing, and deadly fun you won’t want to miss.

Murder Meter™ Saucy Suspects

Performances will be held at area historic venues, restaurants, wineries, and breweries March – May 2026.

Note

ALL MURDER MYSTERIES ARE WHAT WE WOULD RATE AS PG13. THERE IS USUALLY SEXUAL INNUENDO, MILD SWEAR WORDS, AND, OF COURSE, MURDER. IT IS UP TO YOU AS A PARENT TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WILL BE SUITABLE FOR YOUR CHILD TO ATTEND A PERFORMANCE. SOME VENUES MAY HAVE AGE RESTRICTIONS.

Click the venue’s name below to get more details and the reservation link.

March 14 Oatlands in Leesburg (with dinner)

March 14 and May 16 at Oatlands in Leesburg

Oatlands, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg, VA 20175

Doors and dinner buffet start at 6:30pm. Show at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets: $80 + sales tax + ticketing fee

Includes the show, catered dinner and dessert by Pure Perfection Catering. (Menu: Mixed Green Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, Shredded Cheese, and Croutons with Ranch and Vinaigrette Dressings. Chicken a la King. Grilled Pork Chops with Pan Gravy. Sauteed Mixed Vegetables. Steamed Rice with Sauteed Onions and Garlic. Rolls with Butter. Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Coffee and Iced Tea Station.) Wine, beer, and mixed drinks will be available for separate purchase.

Click here to make reservations for Oatlands.

March 15 Private performance at senior community

“Hopelessly Devoted to Murder” is available for private bookings for groups of 35 people or more. Please contact us at info@stagecoachtc.com or call us at 571-477-9444 to discuss this and other entertainment options for your group.

March 20 at Effingham Manor Winery in Nokesville (with dinner)

Effingham Manor Winery, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl, Nokesville, VA 20181

Doors will open no earlier than 6:30pm. Dinner buffet starts at 6:30pm. The show will begin at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets: $95 per person + taxes and fees = $102.95, includes the show and catered buffet dinner by Pampa’s Fox Catering. Tickets will include a welcome glass of wine and dinner. Additional wine will be available for purchase. [Menu: Mixed Green Salad with radishes, shredded carrots, toasted almonds, with an orange vinaigrette. Entree of Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast. Honey Glazed Carrots. Roasted Potato Wedges with olive oil and rosemary. Dessert of Brownie a la mode.]

Vegetarian Entrée available by pre-order only – Stuffed Portobello Mushroom. Due to the size of this event, not all dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Vegetarian Entree and Gluten Free Dessert can be requested with ADVANCED NOTICE ONLY (no later than Monday, March 16.) To inquire more information, please email jennifer@effinghammanor.com

Click here to make reservations for Effingham Manor Winery.

March 21 Private performance

March 22 at C’est Bon by Savoir Fare in Round Hill (with dinner)

March 22 at C’est Bon by Savoir Fare in Round Hill

C’est Bon by Savoir Fare, 6 W Loudoun Street, Round Hill, VA 20141

5:00pm Doors open and dinner buffet starts.

5:45pm Show starts.

There will be a 15-20-minute intermission.

Tickets: $85 plus ticketing fee and sales tax includes the show, catered dinner and dessert. Drinks and gratuity not included. (Menu: Skillet Pork Loin Chops with Caramelized Onions. Meatloaf with Piquant Sauce. Macaroni and Cheese with Stewed Tomatoes. Green Beans Almondine. Chopped Salad Vinaigrette. Rolls and Butter. Pineapple Upside Down Cake.) Full bar will be available for separate purchase.

This performance has been cancelled.

April 10 Creek’s Edge Winery in Lovettsville (with dinner)

April 10 at Creek’s Edge Winery in Lovettsville (with dinner)

Creek’s Edge Winery, 41255 Annas Lane, Lovettsville, VA 20180

Doors open at 6:00pm. Dinner buffet starts at 6:30pm inside the winery. The show will begin at 7:15pm.

Tickets: $80 + ticketing charge + 6% sales tax per person includes the show, dinner buffet, and dessert. (Menu: Baby Spinach Salad with Diced Tomato, Red Onion, and Cucumbers with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing. Chicken Piccata with Lemon Caper Sauce. House Blended Gourmet Beef Meatloaf with Wild Mushroom Ragout. Whipped Potatoes. Grilled Squash. Rolls with Butter. Carrot Cake.) Other beverages and wine will be available for separate purchase.

This performance has been cancelled.

April 11 Hillsborough Winery in Hillsboro (food ordered separately)

April 11 at Hillsborough Winery, Brewery & Vineyard (dinner purchased separately)

Hillsborough Winery, 36716 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA 20132

Please arrive at 5:00pm to order dinner. The show starts at 5:30pm.

Tickets: $35 per person + ticketing fee for the show / Ruby Club members are $30 per person

Estate wines, craft beers, and food from Bora Bora’s Brick Oven are available for separate purchase.

This performance has been cancelled.

April 12 at Leesburg Junction in Leesburg (with dinner)

Leesburg Junction, 2D Loudoun Street SW, Leesburg, VA 20175 (The entrance is located in the back off Lassiter Way, below Casa de Avila restaurant.)

Doors and dinner buffet start at 5:30pm. Show at 6:15pm. Please arrive at 5:30pm.

Tickets: $65 per person + $4.45 ticketing fee + sales tax includes the show, buffet dinner and dessert by Casa de Avila. [Menu: Chips with Salsa and Guacamole. Chose of 3 tacos (Grilled Steak, Braised Pork, Slow-cooked Chicken). Refried beans (made with pork lard) and Mexican rice (made with chicken broth). Choice of dessert (churros, tres leches, resas con crema, or chocoflan). Water.] Beverages will be available for separate purchase.

Click here to make reservations for Leesburg Junction.

April 19 at Ambiance Restaurant in Ashburn (with dinner)

April 19 at Ambiance Restaurant in Ashburn

Ambiance, 44184 Ashbrook Marketplace Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20147

Doors and dinner buffet start at 6:30pm. Show at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets: $80 + sales tax + $3 ticketing fee = $87.80 per person includes the show, catered dinner and dessert. [Menu: Greek Salad (Romaine, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Feta, Olives, Oregano Lemon Vinaigrette). Hummus/Muhammara/Tzatziki Dip Trio (Chickpeas, Roasted Red Pepper with Walnuts, Yogurt with Herbs). Grilled Beef Skewers. Basmati Rice. Grilled Seasonal Veggies. Fruit Assortment. Pastry Assortment. Coffee & Tea.] A full bar and canned sodas will be available for separate purchase.

Click to make reservations for Ambiance Restaurant.

April 26 at Dulles Town Center in Sterling (with dinner)

April 26 at Dulles Town Center in Sterling

Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Suite 222, Dulles, VA 20166

This will be in the vacant storefront between Torrid and Turquoise on the second floor, close to the food court.

Doors and dinner buffet start at 5:00pm. Show will start at 5:45pm. Please arrive at 5:00pm.

Tickets: $60 + 6% sales tax + $4.30 ticketing fee per person includes the show, catered dinner by Anna Sudha Community Kitchen and dessert. [Menu: Charcuterie board of Cheese, Crackers, Meat, and Fruit. Chicken Sliders. Cocktail Samosa. Spaghetti with Meatballs. Butter Chicken Tacos. Fruit Cups. Dessert Cups.] Beverages (bottled water, mix soda, and Thai iced tea) are included.

Click to make reservations for Dulles Town Center.

May 1 Kalero Winery in Purcellville (with dinner)

May 1 at Kalero Winery in Purcellville (with dinner)

Kalero Vineyard, 36140 Charles Town Pike, Purcellville, VA 20132

Doors and dinner buffet start at 6:30pm. Show at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets: $85 per person + $5.05 ticketing fee + 6% sales tax includes the show, catered dinner and dessert by Between the Hills Events. [Menu: Hamburger sliders. Corn dogs. Roasted potatoes. Veggie pasta salad. Truffle popcorn. Dessert bar with Rice Krispy treats, Mini Milkshakes (pots de Creme), and Banana split bites.] Wine will be available for separate purchase.

This performance has been cancelled.

May 2 at ONO Offshore in Chantilly (with dinner)

May 2 at Ono Offshore in Chantilly

Ono Offshore, 4515 Daly Drive, Suite N, Chantilly, VA 20151

5:30pm Doors and Beverage Tabs open

6:00pm Dinner starts

6:45pm Show starts

There will be a 15-20-minute intermission.

Tickets: $57 plus ticketing fee and sales tax includes the show, catered dinner and dessert by Odd BBQ.

Menu: Choice of smoked pulled pork or smoked chicken thighs and bun. Assemble your own sandwich with choice of BBQ sauce. (A Beyond Brat will be available for those who select a Vegetarian/Vegan Meal.) Macaroni and cheese. Grilled Vegetables. Baked Beans. Cookies for dessert.

Beverages are not included in the ticket price. Guests will be able to open a tab for the self-serve beer wall with 4 craft beer options from Ono Brewing Company. There will also be hard seltzer and wine available for purchase in addition to assorted sodas, tea, and bottled water.

Click here to make reservations for Ono Offshore.

May 9 at Casanel Winery in Leesburg (with dinner)

May 9 at Casanel Winery (with dinner)

Casanel Winery, 17956 Canby Road, Leesburg, VA 20175

6:30pm Doors open and dinner buffet starts.

7:15pm Show starts.

There will be a 15-20-minute intermission.

Tickets: $77 plus ticketing fee and sales tax / $72 for Wine Club members plus ticketing fee and sales tax (see Casanel Winery for promo code) includes the show, catered dinner and dessert by Pure Perfection Catering.

Menu: Romaine Salad with Tomato, Feta, Grapes, and Croutons with Ranch and Mustard Vinaigrette Dressings. Dijon Chicken. Beef Stroganoff. Whipped Potatoes. Sauteed Summer Vegetables. Rolls with Butter. Chocolate Layer Cake. Unsweetened Iced Tea. Coffee.) Special meals can be accommodated with 48 hours’ notice.

Wine will be available for separate purchase.

Click here to make reservations at Casanel Winery.

May 16 at Oatlands in Leesburg (with dinner)

May 16 at Oatlands in Leesburg

Oatlands, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg, VA 20175

Doors and dinner buffet start at 6:30pm. Show at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets: $80 + sales tax + ticketing fee

Click here to make reservations for Oatlands.

May 17 at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Centreville (with dinner)

Saint Andrew Lutheran Church, 14640 Soucy Pl, Centreville, VA 20120

Doors and dinner buffet start at 6:30pm. Show at 7:15pm. Please arrive at 6:30pm.

Tickets: $50 per person + $4.00 ticketing fee + sales tax includes the show, buffet Italian dinner and dessert. [Menu: Chicken Picatta. Penne Arrabbiaba (Vegetarian). Eggplant Parmesan (Gluten Free). Meat Lasagna. Caesar Salad. House Salad. Garlic Bread. Dessert created by Saint Andrew Youth.] Iced Tea, Coffee and Assorted Sodas are included in the ticket price.

Ticket sales will close on May 13th!