Show: MURDER FOR TWO: THE HOLIDAY EDITION
Theater: Cape May Stage
Theater Website: https://capemaystage.org/2026-season-lineup/
Show runs: 11/18/2026 to 12/27/2026
MURDER FOR TWO: THE HOLIDAY EDITION
Written by Book and Music by Joe Kinosian
Book and Lyrics by Kellen Blair
Directed by Roy Steinberg
November 18 – December 27
Wednesday – Saturday at 7 PM
Sunday at 3 PM
Jeff Award–winning musical and Drama Desk–nominated hit.
“A witty and wonderful musical spoof.”
— The Associated Press
A murder has been committed — and everyone is a suspect. In this madcap musical mystery, one actor plays the ambitious small-town detective, while the other transforms into every suspect in a whirlwind of quick changes and comic brilliance. Together, they trade rapid-fire banter and virtuosic piano riffs in a score packed with holiday sparkle. Murder for Two: The Holiday Edition is a festive, fast-paced whodunit filled with musical mayhem and merry mischief — the perfect holiday laugh-out-loud escape.
With two performers, one piano, and a sleigh-full of outrageous characters, this high-energy comedy keeps audiences guessing and laughing in equal measure. Clever, chaotic, and brimming with holiday spirit, it’s a dazzling finale that wraps up the season with style, sparkle, and perfectly timed punchlines.
Special Show Dates:
Wednesday, November 18: Preview Night with discounted tickets
Thursday, November 19: Opening Night with Post-Show Party
Friday, November 27: Best Value Night – All tickets available at the best value price of $35 (plus service fees)
Saturday, December 5: Special 2 pm Matinee show before the annual Christmas Parade!
Friday, December 11: ASL Interpreted Performance
Sunday, December 20: Pay-What-You-Wish Rush tickets – All available tickets on the day of the performance can be purchased at the box office for whatever price you wish to pay. Starts one hour before curtain, cash only.
Age Guide: 12+
Running Time: 90 minutes, No intermission.
Advisory: This production includes mild adult language and comic murder mystery themes.
Theater Address: Robert Shackleton Playhouse 405 Lafayette Street Cape May, New Jersey 08204 (Map It)
Theater Phone: (609) 770-8311
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Purchase tickets online: https://capemaystage.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=422
