Date: April 19, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM Heelan Hall Atrium

What:  

Pack your costume, grab your party hat, and step aboard our venerable riverboat, The Mississippi Mistress, as we prepare to set sail down the “Big Muddy” for New Orleans and Mardi Gras! Woooo-hooo! The mighty Captain “Crawdaddy” Cretin will help you navigate the shoals, sand bars, (and wet bars), while Scooter, the Porter, and your Cruise Director, Lucy Belle Juniper, see to your comfort and entertainment. Watch out for the other passengers...they look pretty suspicious. Someone might not make it to the “Big Easy” alive. Who'll solve the mystery of a mysterious murder and save the day? This interactive Murder Mystery Dinner is a fundraiser for REACH Youth and Family Theatre. Join us for an evening of suspense, delicious food, and fun while you try to solve a thrilling mystery.

Dinner:  

Cajun Spiced Chicken Alfredo, Cajun Boil Vegetables (mini corn on the cob, potatoes and sausage), Hush Puppies, Banana Foster Cheesecake, Mardi Gras Frosted Sugar Cookies, Water, Tea and Lemonade. Dinner served by BCU Catering (Aramark Collegiate Hospitality).

When:

Boarding times are as follows: Friday, April 17th at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, April 18th at 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, April 19th at 1 p.m.

Cost:

$50 per individual, $375 for a table of 8. The profits from this fundraiser will benefit REACH Youth and Family Theatre, a non-profit organization.

REACH Youth and Family Theatre is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to empowering children through the magic of theatre. Each year, we produce five theatrical productions, offer engaging theatre education programs, and host a vibrant summer theatre camp. Our mission is to provide a supportive, inclusive space where children develop confidence, creativity, and a sense of community. Through live, family-friendly performances, we strive to enrich the Siouxland area while fostering a love for the arts.

Your support helps us continue our work—creating opportunities for young performers, expanding access to theatre education, and ensuring every child has a stage to shine. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Where:

Briar Cliff University Atrium in Heelan Hall.

Click the link below to reserve your tickets today!