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Step into Maxine’s on Shine for The Key to Murder: A Crime and Culinary Experience

  • Writer: Emma Walton
    Emma Walton
  • Oct 7
  • 2 min read
Get ready for an unforgettable night where fine dining meets deadly secrets, in a brand-new interactive dinner theatre play.

Step into Maxine’s on Shine for The Key to Murder: A Crime and Culinary Experience

This Halloween, get ready to unlock the mystery. and savor the decadence...


Step into Maxine’s on Shine, located at 337 N Shine Ave, Orlando for The Key to Murder: A Crime and Culinary Experience, an unforgettable night where fine dining meets deadly secrets


Taking place on October 8 and 15, The Key to Murder is a brand-new interactive dinner theatre play, written and produced by Roxanne LeBlanc of Vaudeville Entertainment. Perfect for spooky season, this immersive experience blends a decadent three-course dinner with live theatre, mystery, and just the right touch of vintage glamour.


The Story

When the glamorous Mrs. Aurelia Shine — grand dame of the neighborhood and heiress to the Maxine’s fortune — dies under suspicious circumstances, her will reveals more than just heirs… it reveals secrets. The key to her fortune is missing, and so is her killer. Follow the clues, interrogate the suspects, and see if you can solve the crime before dessert.


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The Key to Murder: A Crime and Culinary Experience takes place on Tuesday, October 8, and Tuesday, October 15, 2025, with showtimes at 6 pm, and 8 pm.


Your Night Out Includes:

A gourmet three-course dinner (appetizer, entrée, dessert)

A thrilling four-scene interactive play

Pre-show cocktails, plus local art & jewelry from Panthers Gallery, and tarot readings by Alexandra in the garden patio

Post-show mingling with the cast, photo ops, and official Vaudeville Entertainment merchandise


Cast

Robert Kaplinger as Chef Basil

Brenna Arden as Charlotte

Skyler Knopp as Vincent

Roxanne LeBlanc as Margot


A spooky season must-do, this one-of-a-kind evening promises laughter, intrigue, and edge-of-your-seat mystery — all served up with Maxine’s signature vintage charm.


Seating is extremely limited — both seatings will sell out! Reserve your table now before they disappear!



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Step into Maxine’s on Shine for The Key to Murder: A Crime and Culinary Experience

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