Shady characters involved in dirty deals will be at the Carson Valley Inn's Valley Ballroom for “Murder at Café Noir.”
The Carson Valley Arts Council's Springfest features an interactive, musical murder-mystery dinner 5 p.m. March 16.
“It's a take off of the black and white films of the '30s and '40s. It's kind of a musical comedy spoof of the film noir genre,” said Stephen Farnsley, arts council director. “They are typically dark and mysterious kinds of movies. Humphrey Bogart movies were big in this era.”
Theatre of Arts Discipline is producing the musical.
“The best part about TOAD producing Murder at Café Noir is the opportunity to not only bring TOAD into a different venue, but also have the opportunity to lend our talents to a worthy cause,” Director Rich Garrett said. “We get to do what we love while at the same time help to perpetuate the arts in our community.”
Between acts, guests will have time to check their bids on silent auction items or purchase a signature cocktail with all sales donated to the arts council.
The three-course meal will offer corned beef, lamb chops, chicken or fish, along with a dessert buffet and no-host bar.
Film noir-style dress of black, silver or white is suggested.
“The dining hall and all the actors will be decked out in black, white, gray and silver. Patrons should not only come to be entertained, but also to take part in the entertainment,” Garrett said. “There is no stage. The audience are all patrons at the famed Café Noir and should come prepared to solve murders that happen before their eyes.”
Reservations are due March 12, with proceeds benefiting the Carson Valley Arts Council.
“It's going to be a lot of fun,” Farnsley said. “I think people will get a lot of laughs, and have good entertainment. What more could you ask for?”
Tickets are $35 per person or $250 for a table of eight.
Doors open at 5 p.m. for cocktails and silent auction. Dinner and performance are at 6 p.m.
The arts council is continuing to establish contacts with donors for its $900,000 capital campaign, and contributions are still needed.
When completed, the capital campaign will give the organization a permanent home by paying off the loan on the old Copeland Lumber building, allowing them to renovate it into a fixed-seat theater.
“The arts council is an important part of this community,” Farnsley said. “It helps draw people to the community and enhances the quality of life of Carson Valley.”
To contribute to the CVAC's capital campaign, contact 782-8207, or
info@cvartscouncil.com. The community's support is needed to continue this project. CVAC is a 501c3 non-profit organization and donations may be tax deductible (as allowed by law).
via Record Courier
