Jest Murder Mystery Co. of St. Louis

Jest Murder Mystery Company has been making guests laugh, mingle, and create unforgettable memories for nearly two decades. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, Jest brings interactive comedy theater to life through hilarious murder mystery shows that transform any gathering into an unforgettable experience. Every Jest show is part scripted, part improv, and entirely entertaining. Guests become suspects and detectives in an outrageously funny whodunit where laughter, teamwork, and surprise twists keep everyone engaged from the first clue to the final reveal. Our professional actors know how to draw even the shyest guests into the fun without pressure—just pure, shared laughter. Jest has been performing public shows at The Lemp Mansion in St. Louis every Friday and Saturday night for over 19 years, along with regular performances at Eckert’s in Belleville, IL and Pere Marquette Lodge in Grafton, IL. In addition to our long-running public shows, we bring the party to you—offices, hotels, restaurants, event spaces, or even your living room. Whether it’s a company holiday party, team-building retreat, conference entertainment, birthday celebration, or fundraising gala, Jest customizes each show to fit your venue, audience, and goals. Our productions are easy to host—no stage, lighting, or special setup required—and we handle all the details, from script and casting to audience engagement. With more than 20 original comedic scripts and troupes across the country, Jest Murder Mystery Company has performed thousands of shows nationwide for organizations of every size. From Fortune 500 companies to small-town fundraisers, we’ve built our reputation on laughter, professionalism, and connection. When you want your guests to have a night they’ll never forget, Jest makes it happen—one laugh, one clue, and one “aha!” moment at a time. Learn more at www.jestmurdermystery.com