Asolo Repertory Theatre brings 1930s vibes with Starry Night dinner

Starry Night Dinner 2 was hosted Dec. 9 at the Beau Ciel.

  • By Whitney Elfstrom
  • | 10:43 a.m. December 10, 2019
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Guests of the Starry Night Dinner 2 were transported back to the golden age when they walked into the Beau Ciel on Dec. 9 in honor of upcoming Asolo Repertory Theatre show, "Murder On The Orient Express."

The night began with a cocktail hour that featured The Poirot, a nudge to the character Detective Hercule Poirot, followed by dinner and a murder mystery game where each guest was given a character to play. In addition to celebrating the new show, Director Peter Amster was surprised with a cake in honor of his 70th birthday. 

Jim DeVita, Alex Pelletier and Director Peter Amster.
Jim DeVita, Alex Pelletier and Director Peter Amster.
Host Ursula Fairbairn and Beverly Bartner
Host Ursula Fairbairn and Beverly Bartner
Gary Sweetman and Peggy Roeder
Gary Sweetman and Peggy Roeder
Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards, Audrey Robbins and Bob Baer
Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards, Audrey Robbins and Bob Baer
Director Peter Amster was surprised with a birthday cake during the event.
Director Peter Amster was surprised with a birthday cake during the event.
Onega Astaltsova, David Peterson and Linda DiGabriele
Onega Astaltsova, David Peterson and Linda DiGabriele
Kris and Dale Menard
Kris and Dale Menard
Each guest was assigned a character to play.
Each guest was assigned a character to play.
Marlo and Jay Turner
Marlo and Jay Turner
Marcia Norris and Gail Hannah
Marcia Norris and Gail Hannah
The Poirot was the signature cocktail.
The Poirot was the signature cocktail.
Mercedita OConner, Kimberly Bleach, Carole Crosby and Jane Conner
Mercedita OConner, Kimberly Bleach, Carole Crosby and Jane Conner
Peter Powers and Joanne Powers with Peggy Allen and Steven Dixon
Peter Powers and Joanne Powers with Peggy Allen and Steven Dixon

 

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