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Why Crime Scene Consultants Make the Perfect Partners in Crime

April 16, 2025

Throwing a murder mystery party sounds fun… until you’re buried in to-do lists, theme decisions, and timeline questions that feel like they belong in an FBI case file. Luckily, you’re not on your own. When you book a murder mystery event with The Murder Mystery Company, the Crime Scene Consultants jump on the case. These planning pros guide you from day one, keeping your party stress-free and spectacular. Let’s break down how they do it.

What You’ll Learn in This Post:

  • When you can reach your consultant
  • How they help build your timeline
  • How themes and ratings are explained
  • What gets confirmed before showtime
  • How actors get your special requests

They’re Ready Right After You Book

Once your murder mystery event is officially booked, you gain immediate access to your Crime Scene Consultants. This is a whole dedicated team of planning professionals available to assist with every detail of your event—from the moment you book until the day it takes place. While they may not reach out right away (especially if your event is scheduled far in the future), you don’t have to wait around. You’re welcome to contact them as soon as you like.

You can contact them anytime via:

  • Email: Have a quick question or want to share a photo of your layout? Email is ideal for getting fast feedback—especially when visuals help tell the story.
  • Phone: Prefer to talk things through in more detail—or simply like the reassurance of a real voice? Give the consultant line a call, or schedule a time that works best for you for a one-on-one conversation.

They’ll be there to answer your questions, calm any pre-party jitters, and make sure you feel confident about the plan. It’s like having a party planner in your back pocket—minus the glittery clipboard. The Murder Mystery Company is the only entertainment company in the country with dedicated party-planning consultants—so don’t be shy about tapping into that expertise!


They Help You Nail the Timeline

If you’ve ever wondered when clues should be revealed or how to time dinner with a dramatic death scene, you’re not alone. That’s where your consultants shine.

They’ll help you:

  • Build a timeline that fits your schedule
  • Balance acts with food service
  • Incorporate fundraising aspects to support your cause
  • Ensure your event flows smoothly

Whether your guests are sipping cocktails or wrangling suspects between courses, your Crime Scene Consultant knows exactly when to cue the chaos (and calm). They’ll make sure your evening plays out like a well-scripted mystery, not a runaway train.


They Explain the Themes (and the Ratings)

Not sure if your office would prefer a 1920s speakeasy or a masquerade ball gone wrong? Wondering what “Kids” or “No Restrictions” really means when it comes to show ratings?

Your consultant can walk you through:

  • Every available theme option
  • Which themes work best for certain groups
  • What’s family-friendly vs. adult-leaning
  • How to match your vibe with the right storyline

You’ll never have to guess which mystery fits your audience. They’ll spell it out and make sure everyone from Grandma to the marketing team is on board.


They Confirm the Details Well in Advance

To keep things smooth and stress-free, the consulting team makes sure all the details of your event are locked in well before showtime—not just days before.

Early in the planning process, you’ll receive a quick and easy questionnaire form where you can enter important info about your event: guest count, timeline, venue details, and more. Your Crime Scene Consultant will review your responses carefully to ensure everything lines up with the flow of the murder mystery game.

If anything seems off—maybe the timeline needs adjusting or the room layout could use a tweak—they’ll reach out to help coordinate. Their goal is to make sure your event works seamlessly with the structure of the show and gives your guests the best experience possible.

By the time the big day arrives, everything’s already in place… and your only mystery is whodunnit?


They Keep the Actors in the Loop

Behind every great murder mystery is a team of actors who know exactly what’s expected of them. Your consultant makes sure of that.

They’ll relay:

  • Parking instructions
  • Special guest info (like birthday honorees)
  • Venue setup notes
  • Fundraising aspects they can help advertise

That way, your actors show up fully prepped and ready to deliver a flawless show. You won’t need to be the middleman—they’ve got it handled.


Let the Pros Solve the Planning

Planning a murder mystery should be thrilling—not terrifying. Whether it’s your first event or your fifteenth, a Crime Scene Consultant from The Murder Mystery Company is ready to help you every step of the way.

Skip the guesswork. Ditch the stress. Contact The Murder Mystery Company today by calling 888-643-2583 or filling out a contact form right here on this page.

Because when it comes to pulling off the perfect murder… it helps to have an accomplice.

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Our Murder Mystery Experts are excited to talk to you about your personalized party plans.

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