On the evening of March 16, murder was afoot at the Sabal Springs Clubhouse. More than 200 residents gathered to help solve the mystery presented by The Sabal Players. Who knew there were so many flappers, gangsters, and bootleggers in our little community?
THE CAST OF CHARACTERS AND THE WINNING TEAM WHO SOLVED THE BIG WHO DUNNIT!
The plot thickened over two weeks of rehearsals, directed by Donna Milbee, until the culmination with Detective D. Cypher’s (Emily Ravin) entrance, disheveled after being called away from her “first date in months” to investigate a murder at the mansion of “J” Glittersby (Maddy Jennings).
Not to give away the ending, let’s just say there was a plethora of suspects, including the hired help: the Butler, Carter Johnson; the Bartender, Anita Johnson; the Server, Sid Cegelski; the Pianist, Geri Gregorio; and the Lounge Singer, Donna Milbee. There were also several famous guests in attendance: the Heiress, Heather Lodell with Playboy Husband Mic Jones; the Movie Star, Jeannie Hill and her Date Jigg O. Low, Perry Swann; the Tennis Star, Yvonne Cegelski; the Gangster, Dieter Winterle with his Moll, Joyce Doherty; and a mysteriously uninvited N. Ter Loper, Leo Pierson. All were rounded up and handled expertly by Constable D. Dillinger, Arlene Roy.
Many attendees joined the fun in Roaring Twenties’ attire, including Tommy Guns, bedazzled dresses and boas galore. Amid cheers of “encore,” plans are in the works for more theatrics in the fall.
The Entertainment Committee outdid themselves with such creative decorations, snacks, and themed cocktails, including the Gin Rickey, Bee’s Knees, The Scofflaw, and The Stork Club. Thanks to everyone who helped make the evening a rousing success!
