Available exclusively for Private Functions!

 
 

“Indulgent, Superb, Unrivalled.”

- Martine Smith

“The house was amazing with the artwork and antiques.”

- Adam Frimel

“The characters were fun and intriguing and very well played. They nailed it.”

- Adam Frimel

Principal photography by Lara Macgregor

Cast may differ from that shown.

Private Hire

While the public season of this production has closed, this opulent experience is still available as a private function for your next staff, conference or celebration dinner.

Dress up in your Art Deco best and join the Olveston and Trickster teams in a lavish Night To Die For! We’re proud of this collaboration and we’d love to share this story with you.

“Highly recommend to anyone. What I liked was how approachable it was. Awesome tone. Loved it loved it loved it.”

— Kelly Hocking

“Always wanted to do one of these nights and didn't realise that's what we were in for so had the best night!”

— Pauline Latta

What to Expect

  • A will - a valuable painting - a house full of clues.

    Slowly, the story of a man who’s actions affected the lives of everyone around him comes into focus.

    And then… murder!

  • You’ll work in small table teams to determine whodunnit.

    You’ll have to explore the house, interview the suspects and pay attention to dramatic events unfolding throughout the night!

  • An opulent supper!

    Enjoy your choice of scrumptious food and beverage service hosted by the most immersive murder mystery setting in Dunedin - Olveston Historic Home.

“Fantastic actors - really involved us and made it a wonderful night.”

— Jayne Richards

SUSPENSE

1925 - Holly House.

One year after the passing of shipping magnate Dr. Murdoch Jacob Holly, his strange wish that his will be read at a private party is granted. Dunedin’s social and business elite rub shoulders with an assortment of would-be inheritors in the home he built for himself and his family…

Who could have guessed what would next transpire?

Lady Delores Rose Holly hosts her final party at Holly House.

 

“Awesome work, truely.

I felt transported into a different era, story, dimension, the lot.

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— Charlie Morant, Flourish Health Emporium

SUSTENANCE

Photo credits: David Mehrtens

Sumptuous Comestibles.

The “Holly House” staff welcome you with a glass of sparkling - in the garden if weather permits!

Dining Options

Olveston will arrange dining to your exact requirements. Canapes, a stunning supper in the dining room, or a three-course meal will be served, supplied by the finest local caterers.

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SOLVING!

Explore the house for clues!

Rooms are progressively opened for investigation as the narrative unfolds throughout the night.

Inquisitive minds uncover the truth!
Clues right from the start!
An immersive solving experience.
Can you discern fact from fiction?
A plethora of evidence to study...

“Lot's of clues came to light during the Fortune Teller's séance too - we loved that.”

- Kelly Hocking

Question the suspects!

Clues are everywhere - in the attitudes and actions of each suspect as much as what they say… Can you catch someone in a lie?

Any Questions?

  • A Night to Die For has an all-inclusive ticket price of $120 per guest. With a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival, delicious grazing table supper plus three additional drinks - it’s the cat’s meow!

  • Your booking enquiry goes straight to the team at Olveston House. Click the button to ask any questions or secure your tickets.

  • A Night To Die For adheres to the most up-to-date safety procedures stipulated by the NZ government. Pass and Mask use as well as seated dining are strategies used (as required) to ensure the wellbeing of guests, staff and performers.

  • Dapper? Flapper? Feel transported into the story by sourcing some smart 1920s evening wear. It’s a formal occasion - yet somehow still a party. You’ll be hotsy-totsy!

“We felt very clever.”

- Kelly Hocking

“Immersive, Fun, Opulent”

- Kerry Davis