Dead Air
The broadcast has been cut. Turn the cards to tune into the frequency.
The Host
Sonya Terry promised her listeners a broadcast they would never forget. Now, she has been permanently silenced.
The Broadcast
A live auction. A gasp. A scuffle. Then... dead air
THE AUDIENCE
You were in the studio when it happened. Now, you must rewind the tape and find the killer.
ART. SCANDAL. SILENCE.
The most dangerous item in the art world just went up for auction.
“We are having some technical difficulties…”
Sonya Terry, the provocative host of The Art of the Matter, promised her listeners a show they would never forget. She was hosting a live, on-air “Blind Auction” of rare items from the estate of a reclusive collector.
The centrepiece? A sketchbook belonging to Jean-Paul Dubois—the artist whose unsolved murder rocked the city earlier this season.
Rumours swirled that Dubois’ sketches contained more than just charcoal studies; they held secrets, accusations, and perhaps the key to a forgery ring. But as the bidding heated up, the microphone picked up a gasp, a scuffle, and then… dead air.
Sonya Terry has been silenced. Now, you must find out why.
TASTING THE FREQUENCY
Step into a moody, mid-century radio control room where a cryptic frequency is cutting through the static.
In this suspenseful noir experience, the dinner plate becomes a graphic representation of sound itself, translating waves, white noise, and off-air signals into a striking, sophisticated menu of dark contrasts and unexpected flavour pairings. As atmospheric audio shifts around you, every bite holds a potential clue—forcing you to decode the broadcast before the station goes completely silent.
You will be served a meticulously crafted 2-course meal (a main course and a dessert) designed to match the tension of the control room.
STUDIO CHIC
You might be on camera (or at least, in the police report).
We invite you to lean into the moody, suspenseful atmosphere of a mid-century radio station. Think sharp tailoring, sophisticated noir aesthetics, and subtle vintage glamour. Whether you dress like a seasoned detective, a glamorous radio star, or a suspicious art collector, ensure your outfit is ready for a night of high-stakes broadcasting.
FROM AUDIENCE MEMBER TO DECTIVE
The doors are locked. The broadcast is cut. You were there as part of the live studio audience. You heard it happen. Now, over a 2-course dinner, your table must solve the crime.
The Evidence: Analyse the audio recording of the broadcast, review Sonya’s show notes, and examine the pages of the lethal sketchbook.
The Connection: While this is a complete, standalone mystery, astute detectives who attended The Lost Portrait may recognise names, motives, and Easter eggs that tie the crimes together.
The Goal: Solve the murder of Sonya Terry before the station goes off the air for good.
THE GREEN ROOM(BYOB)
While our studio does not hold a liquor licence, you are highly encouraged to bring your own wine or spirits to calm your nerves during the investigation. We will have a selection of cooldrinks available for purchase at the station.
LIVE BROADCASTS REQUIRE TIMING
Strictly no dietary changes can be made within 48 hours of the event.
View our refunds policy here.
Event Details
145-147 10th St, Linksfield, Johannesburg, 2192