It’s 1923, and the speakeasy is packed for the birthday party of Al Spumoni, the world-famous bootlegger and ice cream tycoon. A waiter dims the lights for Al to blow out the candles on his cake. When the lights come back up, Al toasts the crowd, takes one sip of his special drink, then chokes and dies.
Who poisoned Al’s bathtub gin while the lights were out? Was it one of the gangsters in the room? A high-kicking flapper? A visiting silent film star? Or could it have been—YOU?
Appropriate for ages 13+!
Mentions of alcohol, gangs, sexual assault, drugs
This game takes 1-2 hours to play depending on your group size
**For personal use only. If you would like to host a public event using one of our games, please contact us at support@broadwaymurdermysteries.com to discuss licensing.
The mystery is built to be played by 4-20+ characters, ANY of whom could be the murderer and each have gripping motives for murder. **Additional guests can play as “detectives” who ask questions each round and guess the killer at the end!
| TEXAS LIL | she/her | Speakeasy Owner |
| DANDY MUND | he/him | Stylish member of the Spumoni gang |
| EMMA RAULD | she/her | Mysterious flapper |
| CARR NASH | he/him | Member of the Spumoni gang, expert getaway car driver, wears a carnation |
| DAFFY DILL | she/her | Seemingly airheaded flapper |
| DAYE Z. DOOFUS | he/him | Member of the Spumoni gang |
| GOLDIE EGGAR | she/her | Greedy flapper, always looking for a rich man |
| GORE UBEE | he/him | Member of the Red gang |
| ROSA GOTAGAT | she/her | Member of the all-female Petals gang |
| KYLMOR KYDD | any | Young gangster wannabe |
| IVAR CITY | he/him | Rah-rah college football star |
| POLLY HANNA | she/her | Inexperienced young flapper |
| JAY V. AITORE | any | Famous daredevil pilot |
| WANNA E. MOTE | she/her | Silent film star, drama queen |
| LADY GARR | she/her | Speakeasy Singer |
| TECKLIN IVORY | any | Speakeasy Piano Player |
| GIMMY A. NUTHER | Non-gendered | Speakeasy bartender |
| TAPS FASTA | any | Speakeasy Dancer |
| KIX HIGHER | any | Speakeasy Dancer |
| ZIGGY A. RHETT | she/her | Outside vendor working the club |

The game supports 4–20+ characters. If you have additional guests, they can participate as detectives, giving larger groups a way to join the investigation without requiring every person to have a character role.
Plan for approximately 1–2 hours of gameplay. The actual party can last longer depending on how much time you spend on dinner, costumes, decorations, socializing, and getting into character.
Yes. The game includes a virtual host guide, virtual murderer assignment tool, and Zoom backgrounds to help you bring the mystery online. Invite your guests, assign characters, and investigate together from wherever you are.
Not at all. You don't need to be an actor to enjoy the game. Each character has information to help guide the role, while the interactive format gives guests plenty of opportunities to simply have fun and play along.
Yes. The host can participate in the mystery rather than spending the entire game on the sidelines. The host guide provides instructions to help keep the investigation moving while still allowing you to enjoy the experience with your guests.
The game includes character booklets, in-person and virtual host guides, a question menu, who-did-it slips, virtual murderer assignment tool, award certificates, an invitation template, and Zoom backgrounds.
Roaring 20’s: Death By Bathtub Gin is recommended for ages 13 and up. It's a fun option for teen and adult groups who enjoy interactive games, costumes, mysteries, and themed parties.
The game is designed for private group entertainment. If you're considering using it for a public, commercial, or ticketed event, check the applicable licensing or usage terms before doing so.