Slay, Queen: A Homecoming Horror Story
Oct. 1-5 2025
Holbrooke Hotel
It’s 1995, and Woods Valley High is reviving its annual homecoming - this year at the historic (and infamous) Holbrooke Hotel. But the town can’t seem to shake its bloody past.
In 1980, the night of the homecoming dance ended in tragedy when newly crowned queen Alicia Appleseed was found murdered in her hotel suite. The prime suspect, young hotel clerk Joe Jenkins, was convicted and spent twenty years behind bars. He swore his innocence, and the evidence was always thin, but the town branded him a killer. This month, Joe walks free.
Now, on the 15th anniversary of that infamous night, the school has decided to bring homecoming back to the Holbrooke Hotel. Principal Harry Higgins assures the community it will be a safe and celebratory evening, with help from Coach Chadwick, guidance counselor Meredith Meadows, and a colorful cast of students.
The night promises dinner, dancing, and the crowning of the king and queen… but with tensions high and old wounds reopened, will it be a night of nostalgia... or the next chapter in the dance’s murderous legacy?
Previous Productions
The Broadway Butcher
Holbrooke Hotel
Set against the dazzling yet treacherous world of 1920s show business, this all-original story dives into the scandal, ambition, and secrets lurking behind the glitz and glamour of the era's most competitive stage: Broadway.
But beware — within the shadows of the Holbrooke's storied past, dark secrets are lurking. As the horror sets in and mystery deepens, you'll need to use your wits and keen observation to uncover the truth behind the crime. With unexpected twists and turns, this immersive experience will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final revelation.
Dress in your roaring 20's best for a chance to win prizes or join the action of the show. Whether you're a seasoned detective or a first-time sleuth, "Murder at the Holbrooke Hotel" offers a thrilling and unforgettable evening for all.
The game is afoot — do you have what it takes to solve the mystery before the night is over?
Written by Ryan Wink & Robert Rushin
Music Direction by Christi Colombo
Stage Direction by Judy Merrick
A Time to Die
National Exchange Hotel
1987. The Cold War is heating up, the synths are pumping, and tonight, history is being rewritten. Visionary inventor Doctor Hugo Wexler is hosting an elite gathering to unveil his latest creation: a sleek, secretive device. Politicians, pop icons, spies, and syndicate leaders all descend on his high-security event for a once-in-a-lifetime demonstration. But before the device can be revealed, someone drops dead.
What follows is a glam-soaked spiral of suspicion, deception, and musical mayhem as the glittering guests try to outwit one another — and the ticking clock. Alliances form, secrets surface, and flashback dance breaks reveal more than just killer moves.
Was it a rival inventor? A government mole? A jilted lover? Strap in for an immersive, time-bending night of danger, decadence, and disco. In this world, no one is innocent—and everyone is out of time.
Featuring original 80s-inspired music, interactive sleuthing, and a full-course dinner served with a side of espionage.
Written by Ryan Wink & Cosmo Merriweather
Directed by Cosmo Merriweather
Produced by Robert Rushin & Ryan Wink
