Agatha's Dinner Theatre's Provides Great Food, Many Laughs In Atlanta, Georgia

To experience Agatha’s dinner mystery theatre is to experience the laughter, delicious food, and dedicated fan base of nearly two decades. While pricey, the downtown date spot is worth every penny for a night filled with gourmet eats and hilarious tricks and treats.


The ambiance of Agatha’s new PeachtreeCenter location is romantic but laid-back. For a place that could take itself entirely too seriously and require black-tie attire, Agatha’s seems to realize that its patrons are simply there for a good time.


In keeping with the relaxed perspective, dressed-down guests are greeted at the door by one of two actors (the only actors in the play). From the very beginning, the actors are in character—the most recent show is the reality-show spoof “Must Die TV” starring Donald Trumpet and Martha Pew-wart—and discuss the events of the night and the role each guest will play.


Everyone who attends an Agatha’s show has a role, speaking or otherwise. However, no one is required to do anything with which they are uncomfortable. There is always a fake murder involved, and the mystery unravels as the four short acts, interspersed between courses, take place.


While the actors ham it up for optimum audience participation, in between acts, various intervals of a five-course dinner are served. The portions are small and some of the food a little high-brow for the average college student, but by the end of the night one is guaranteed to leave full and fulfilled from the delicacies Agatha’s offers.


For a true understanding of Agatha’s, one must talk to a true fan of the outfit. Carole Johnson has been an avid Agatha’s fan for ten years and has been to over 40 shows, some multiple times. When asked whether her favorite theatre was worth the $50-plus price tag, Johnson responded enthusiastically.