Introverts are not disqualified from enjoying murder mystery dinner parties. In fact, some of the most dazzling character portrayals I’ve seen have come from ‘shy’ or ‘quiet’ people!
Audrey Hepburn, Keanu Reeves, Jessica Chastain, Johnny Depp, Nicole Kidman – these are just some of the names of famous actors who, contrary to popular belief, have described themselves as introverted and sometimes rather shy. This is proof that introverts and shy people can learn to enjoy acting and, of course, a good murder mystery dinner too!
And if you needed more proof than some famous actors’ names, I am actually an introvert, too!
I have gotten into plenty of disagreements with people who try to insist that I am an extrovert, but I have to remind myself that they often don’t know about my introvert journey. They have only seen the version of me who has upgraded her social skills and learned that ‘fake it til you make it’ mantra is a legitimate life skill!
Understanding introverts
While introverts can broadly be described as people who recharge when they spend time alone, many people with quieter personalities tend to feel uncomfortable in the spotlight. The advantage, or difference, with a murder mystery game is that everybody is given the opportunity to step into another person’s skin, so to speak.
When you show up to participate in a murder mystery dinner, you’re not there as yourself. And that’s the key.
My Murder Mystery Guide Experiences are designed so that you can participate as much or as little as you would prefer. There’s no script, so as long as you have a handful of louder guests, more introverted guests can relax and enjoy the interactions happening around them.
While you can’t say absolutely nothing all night, it is possible to play the game and say as little as you’d like.
Rebecca Meissner is a brilliant wedding photographer and a good friend who, in this video, shares her experience of being a guest at two of my custom-made murder mystery dinners. She’s such a delight and really relates with people who sometimes feel a bit shy about having to act, but is full of encouragement for quieter people who are considering attending a murder mystery dinner.
Have a watch!
