Marshfield, MO — Marshfield Community Theatre (MCT) is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of “Death by Chocolate,” a captivating murder mystery that promises to entertain audiences with its blend of suspense and satire. The show will run from April 3 to April 6 at the Jubilee Theater Center, located at 109 Commercial Street in Marshfield.
“Death by Chocolate” unfolds at the newly renovated Meadowbrook Health Resort, where members are mysteriously dropping dead, including the renowned chef, Edith Chiles. On the eve of the grand reopening, manager John Stone, portrayed by Kelby Lorenz, teams up with eccentric mystery writer Ed Parlor, played by Randy Hoffman, to unravel the cause behind these untimely deaths. As they delve deeper, a sinister box of chocolates emerges as a central clue, leading them through a maze of suspects, each harboring their own dark secrets.
The talented cast features:
John Stone: Kelby Lorenz
Lady Riverdale: Sandee DePriest
Ed Parlor: Randy Hoffman
Dyslexia: Linley Wilson
Ralph Deadwood: Dalton Young
Margaret Daniels: Maureen Wilson
Alfred Mellox: Miguel Gramley
Edith Chiles: Sharon Day
“Sweet Pea” Meadowbrook: Emily Pipkin
Dick Simmering: Brendan DePriest
Anne: Brandy Rice
“Death by Chocolate” combines the elements of classic murder mysteries with a scathing satire of today’s health crazes, offering audiences a thrilling and humorous theatrical experience. The production has a runtime of approximately two hours and is rated PG-13.
Performance Schedule:
Thursday, April 3, 7:00 PM
Friday, April 4, 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 5, 7:00 PM
Sunday, April 6, 2:00 PM
Tickets are available for purchase online at marshfieldtheatre.org/death-by-chocolate/.
For more information, contact Marshfield Community Theatre at info@marshfieldtheatre.org.
Join MCT for an evening of mystery, laughter, and, of course, chocolate!
About MCT
Marshfield Community Theatre (MCT) is a vibrant hub for local performing arts, dedicated to providing an avenue for creative expression through live-theatre productions. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, MCT relies on the support of the community to continue its mission of fostering artistic excellence and unity.