Ihr Herz schlug Schlager – Murder mystery dinner (DE)

“Ihr Herz schlug Schlager” – murder mystery dinner

Please note: this game is in German. The role booklets, the clues and the rules are written in German — everyone at the table needs to understand it.

Things run hot in the world of schlager — the German take on sentimental pop — and that is exactly where the mysterious story of “Ihr Herz schlug Schlager” begins. In this murder mystery dinner you become part of the glittering “Schlager-Megaparade”, where a tragic crime overshadows the festive mood. Slip into the roles of the suspects and uncover the dark secrets behind the scenes of schlager glamour!

Number of players

• 7 people: 4 female and 3 male roles
• 6 people: 4 female and 2 male roles
• 5 people: 3 female and 2 male roles

*Male roles can of course be played by women and the other way round.

The story

The “Schlager-Megaparade” at Magdeburg’s civic hall is in full swing. Snow cannons and the reindeer ballet create the perfect Christmas mood while the audience waits for the stars and the newcomers. But what was planned as a sparkling celebration ends abruptly in drama: the much-loved singer Janine Bayer is found dead in her dressing room – struck down with her own trophy, “Der Goldene Gockel” (“the golden cockerel”). Now it is up to you to work out who is behind this tragic murder. Was it a colleague, a rival, or someone from her closest circle?

Costumes

Costumes are optional, but they help to bring the roles to life and take you right into the world of schlager. A few ideas:

• Glittering outfits, flared trousers and colourful accessories for the perfect schlager glamour feeling
• Feather boas, sunglasses and bold jewellery for the more eccentric roles

Menu suggestion

To round off your schlager murder mystery dinner, simple and tasty dishes that suit the show work well. Here is our menu suggestion:

• Starter: tarte flambée swirls, also in a vegetarian version
• Main course: gyros soup or a spiced spinach tart
• Dessert: tempting strawberry cream as a sweet finale

So let the music play, slip into your roles and uncover the truth behind the murder of Janine Bayer. An evening full of glamour, intrigue and secrets awaits you and your friends!

Frequently asked questions

How many people is the game for?
For 5 to 7 people. In the rules you open the section for your number of players – it tells you which roles to hand out. Male roles can also be played by women and vice versa.

How long does the evening take?
The publisher estimates 3 to 4 hours, including breaks and food.

Can the host play too?
Yes. You pick a role for yourself and don’t find out who the culprit is while preparing.

Can you play the murder mystery dinner more than once?
No. As with a TV crime drama, the story is known at the end.

Is there a menu suggestion?
Yes. Inside the box a QR code leads to the digital menu suggestion. Further up this page you’ll also find our own suggestion to match the case.

Is the game available in English?
We stock this murder mystery dinner in German only – role booklets, clues and rules included. Some Culinario Mortale cases have been published in English (culinario-mortale.co.uk).