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SUMMARY:A Very Willful Murder
DESCRIPTION:Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre\nComedy\nRating: PG-13\nWritten by Steven Osborne\nWhen the wealthy Charmichael Wesson is found beaten to death by a fire poker in his home\, his unlikely assortment of beneficiaries are gathered together for the reading of the will. The catch? Suspecting his upcoming demise\, Charmichael has hidden his will\, forcing his friends and family to solve clues in order to discover who he left his money to. With a house full of heirs desperate for their fortune and Charmichael’s killer still on the loose\, it’s a race against the clock to find the hidden will before everyone else – or die trying.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/a-very-willful-murder/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Dixon Elks Lodge\, 1279 Franklin Grove Rd.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:A Very Willful Murder
DESCRIPTION:Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre\nComedy\nRating: PG-13\nWritten by Steven Osborne\nWhen the wealthy Charmichael Wesson is found beaten to death by a fire poker in his home\, his unlikely assortment of beneficiaries are gathered together for the reading of the will. The catch? Suspecting his upcoming demise\, Charmichael has hidden his will\, forcing his friends and family to solve clues in order to discover who he left his money to. With a house full of heirs desperate for their fortune and Charmichael’s killer still on the loose\, it’s a race against the clock to find the hidden will before everyone else – or die trying.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/a-very-willful-murder/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Dixon Elks Lodge\, 1279 Franklin Grove Rd.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:‘A BULLET for the BOSS”
DESCRIPTION:MURDER MYSTERY DINNER & SHOW ! June 6\, 7\, 8\nAttention all SLEUTHS and LOVERS of Italian food!!!\nOnly a handful of seats left for “A BULLET for the BOSS” \n“The most thrilling comedic experience of the season!!!” \n— Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of mystery\, passion\, and of course\, delicious Italian cuisine!!! \nGRAB YOUR TICKETS – before they vanish faster than Guido’s secret spaghetti sauce! \nWe will sell-out! – Trust us\, you won’t want to be the one hearing about this unforgettable event secondhand! \nCALL TODAY for TICKETS! – 815-440-2999 or\nONLINE – DixonStageLeft.Org
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/a-bullet-for-the-boss/
LOCATION:Lena’s Social Club\, 104 South Peoria Ave.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Laugh Out Loud Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:YOU WILL LAUGH OUT LOUD!!! One Night Only! STAND -UP COMEDY SHOW starring Lizzy Lizzy and the First Timers Comedy Troupe. $10 cash donation at door.
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/laugh-out-loud-comedy-show/
LOCATION:The Next Picture Show\, 113 W 1st St\, Dixon\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:OPEN AUDITIONS at DIXON STAGE LEFT
DESCRIPTION:DIXON STAGE LEFT is gearing up for our 2025 Spring season. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or simply passionate about the arts\, this is your chance to shine on stage.\nAuditions are open for all roles—join us in creating a season full of energy\, talent\, and community spirit.Open call – no experience\, training\, or professional materials required. Be prepared to read from a script.\nAuditions are held at Dixon Stage Left\, 105 South Peoria Ave\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\nFor more information\, Please sign up at www.dixonstageleftleft.org/auditions\nArtistic Director\, Jimmy Ferraro advocates non-traditional\, diversity-forward casting\, regardless of race\, culture\, religion\, sexual orientation\, and gender.\nMURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE – ONLY 8 Rehearsals\, May 27th\, 28th\, 29th\, 30th \, June 2nd -June 5th – Performances on June 6th\, 7th\, and 8th\nat Lena’s Social Club.”A BULLET for the BOSS” –  It’s the 1920’s\, –  prohibition. There is a gangland slaying and those attending the funeral\, are paying their honorable respects to the “family”7 Roles – 4- Adult Males (1 is a non-speaking role)\, 3- Adult Females \nREADER’S THEATRE – ONLY 8 Rehearsals\, July 16\,17\,18 \, July 21st – 25th – Performances on July 26th and 27th at The Next Picture Show. “Grandmother’s Shiv” the premier reading of a new work by local playwright Perry Paliga 9 Roles – 4 Adult males\, 1 male teen. 3 Adult females\, 1 female teen.NO MEMORIZATION REQUIRED for Reader’s Theatre9 Roles – 4 Adult Males\, 1 Male Teen\, 3 Adult Females\, 1 Female Teen
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/open-auditions-at-dixon-stage-left/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Dixon Stage Left\, 306 West 1st Street\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021
CATEGORIES:Community Event|Discover Dixon Event
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SUMMARY:OPEN AUDITIONS at DIXON STAGE LEFT
DESCRIPTION:DIXON STAGE LEFT is gearing up for our 2025 Spring season. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or simply passionate about the arts\, this is your chance to shine on stage.\nAuditions are open for all roles—join us in creating a season full of energy\, talent\, and community spirit.Open call – no experience\, training\, or professional materials required. Be prepared to read from a script.\nAuditions are held at Dixon Stage Left\, 105 South Peoria Ave\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\nFor more information\, Please sign up at www.dixonstageleftleft.org/auditions\nArtistic Director\, Jimmy Ferraro advocates non-traditional\, diversity-forward casting\, regardless of race\, culture\, religion\, sexual orientation\, and gender.\nMURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE – ONLY 8 Rehearsals\, May 27th\, 28th\, 29th\, 30th \, June 2nd -June 5th – Performances on June 6th\, 7th\, and 8th\nat Lena’s Social Club.”A BULLET for the BOSS” –  It’s the 1920’s\, –  prohibition. There is a gangland slaying and those attending the funeral\, are paying their honorable respects to the “family”7 Roles – 4- Adult Males (1 is a non-speaking role)\, 3- Adult Females \nREADER’S THEATRE – ONLY 8 Rehearsals\, July 16\,17\,18 \, July 21st – 25th – Performances on July 26th and 27th at The Next Picture Show. “Grandmother’s Shiv” the premier reading of a new work by local playwright Perry Paliga 9 Roles – 4 Adult males\, 1 male teen. 3 Adult females\, 1 female teen.NO MEMORIZATION REQUIRED for Reader’s Theatre9 Roles – 4 Adult Males\, 1 Male Teen\, 3 Adult Females\, 1 Female Teen
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/open-auditions-at-dixon-stage-left/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Dixon Stage Left\, 306 West 1st Street\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021
CATEGORIES:Community Event|Discover Dixon Event
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SUMMARY:My Big Fat Italian Wedding Murder
DESCRIPTION:There’s been a murder! But why should that spoil a good meal? Upon entering the banquet hall\, audience members find themselves thrust into a wedding reception gone awry. While enjoying a four-course dinner\, audience members compete to solve the mystery. This hilarious evening is full of audience participation and includes Italian wedding staples such as the Tarantella\, Chicken Dance\, and Napkin Pass\, along with prizes galore. Laughter\, music\, mayhem! \nCreated and directed by award-winning Broadway actor Jimmy Ferraro this hilarious whodunit pits audience members against each other in a race to solve the case. Featuring a cast of talented performers and a menu of Italian American favorites\, MY BIG FAT ITALIAN WEDDING MURDER includes singing\, dancing\, prizes\, and more!
URL:https://www.discoverdixon.com/event/my-big-fat-italian-wedding-murder/
LOCATION:Dixon Elks Lodge\, 1279 Franklin Grove Rd.\, Dixon\, IL\, 61021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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