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Cloak & Dagger Mysteries - Character, props

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5.0(4 reviews)
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Had an absolute blast at murder mystery party! The setting, the characters, the drama--everything…read morewas straight out of the Wild West and full of hilarious twists. From saloon gossip to shady dealings, it was a night to remember. Everyone in the audience becomes a living participant in the murder mystery, plus solving it. Exceeded expectations. Artful, engaging, playful, superbly crafted and staged. Everyone was transformed to the late 1800s; small town gossip, envy, big egos and suspicions. Who's done it? Plenty of hints and twists. If you ever get the chance to attend one, don't miss it--just watch your back... you never know who's got a secret!

I surprised my sister (well, best friend who feels like a sister!) with an early birthday…read moregift--tickets to a Murder Mystery Dinner hosted by Cloak and Dagger Mysteries at Carr Winery in Santa Barbara... and WOW, what a night! The theme was Once Upon a Spell--a wizarding world filled with quirky professors, suspicious spells, and a twist I didn't see coming... I was cast as a strict Professor with sky-high standards, and my sister played the hilariously disheveled Professor of Animalia. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in character, mingling with other guests to uncover clues and solve the mystery. The Cloak and Dagger team was incredible--super organized without being overwhelming. We received just the right amount of info via email beforehand (character backstories, costume ideas, etc.) and were given more tasks and secrets throughout the evening. Every detail was thoughtful and well executed. It was exactly the magical escape we both needed. Thank you, Cloak and Dagger, for such a creative and unforgettable night. If you're thinking about going--DO IT!

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3.5(920 reviews)
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The seats are incredibly comfortable--it really feels like a VIP experience. It's definitely worth…read moreordering from the refill menu, which adds to the overall convenience and enjoyment. The screen is huge, making the whole movie experience feel immersive and fun. They also offer limited-edition popcorn buckets, which are such a nice touch and make it feel even more special. Honestly, I didn't even want to wait for the next movie--I could have stayed there and kept watching. It's just that good.

Cinépolis Luxury Cinema is overall a cool experience, but if you're going to call something…read more"luxury," it should fully live up to it. The seats recline really low and you can order food and drinks directly from your seat, which is convenient. There's also a lounge with a full bar right when you walk in, which is a nice touch. That said, the place feels a little dated and could use some updating. Even the screen didn't feel as HD as I expected. The food is average which is fine, I wasn't expecting a five-star dinner but the popcorn was actually really good. My main complaint (and not just mine, the person I was with said the same thing) is the headrest design. It's not comfortable and gave me neck pain and a headache. The headrest sits too high and pushes your shoulders back, leaving no support under your neck, so you kind of have to put something behind your neck to make it comfortable. Overall, still a fun movie experience, just needs some updates to really feel "luxury."

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Our stay at Circle Bar B Guest Ranch was truly breathtaking…read more The views alone are unforgettable, but Cabin 12 was absolutely perfect--beautiful, spotless, and so peaceful. And the mattress... wow. It took everything in me to get out of that bed! It felt like it just embraced you, and waking up to those top window views made it even harder to leave. The food was incredible--both breakfast and dinner were beyond amazing. Enrique, Rafael, and the entire team (I wish I could remember every name!) made us feel so special. The level of care, attention to detail, and overall service was easily 1000 out of 100. Kat, thank you for everything--you truly made our stay unforgettable. The stables were just as impressive. Jack and all the handlers were not only knowledgeable about the ranch's history, but you can clearly see the love and care they have for the horses--it meant so much to witness that. I'm a little timid around horses, but Russell made the experience so comfortable and special for me. He paired me with Tator Tot, and I can't even describe the connection--he could sense when I was nervous and responded so gently. It was such a beautiful, unforgettable moment. My husband rode Big Elvis, and let's just say... the name fits perfectly--what a character! This ranch is truly one of a kind. An unforgettable experience from beginning to end. We will absolutely be back--this is now our home away from home.

Stayed here for our honeymoon and we couldn't have picked a better place. From the minute we got on…read morethe ranch and we were greeted by Rafael to check in. He gave us welcome drinks along with a tour of the property. There's a game room with a pool table, plenty of outdoor seating areas, a full bar in the lobby, outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and hot tub. Amazing amenities!! We stayed in a canyon cabin, highly recommend, plenty of space, no shared walls, has a great porch with seating to enjoy the views. Breakfast and dinner is included in the stay, we loved every meal. It's exactly what you'd think you'd get on a ranch, chicken ribs grits greens for dinner and eggs sausage bacon pancakes fruit for breakfast. They even reserve a table for you throughout your stay, a lovely touch! We also booked a horse ride during our stay, we did the earliest ride to avoid the heat. 10/10 must do, my first time on a horse and they made me feel very comfortable. We loved every second of the ride. Thanks Bobby! The very least to say, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return in the years to come! Thank you to everyone at the Ranch

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The Canyon Club & Special Events Center - The bar. It's about 5 times as long as this section, yet they only use this small portion for serving.

The Canyon Club & Special Events Center

2.5(704 reviews)
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My friend invited me to a show here several months ago. You have the choice to buy a standing room…read moreonly ticket or grab a seat at a table with other people. If you choose the later, you must have dinner there and the entree choices are limited...not to mention "just okay." The drinks are good though...LOL. I did enjoy the evening and my chicken dish was pretty good. The staff here are very friendly and helpful. Our bartender was my fav. He took care of me and made my margarita perfect. The sound system needs an upgrade but we still enjoyed the band and the performance! I loved watching everyone singing along and bopping up and down. I would definitely go back but I think I would do the standing room only ticket. *Plenty of free parking in the lot *More Mature crowd *Not for children unless its specifically a kid show *If you arrive late parking is further away ~ and that's all I have to say about that...

After reading several negative reviews for this venue, we were a little leary to attend our…read moreconcert. The food (we each ordered a steak) was good but a little pricey and just needed salt, the staff was helpful and friendly, and contrary to previous reviews, the ladies room was well-supplied and clean. The one negative is the table seating. It's too crowded. It is very difficult to get out of your seat - it's a struggle to pass through your row. The music before the shows and afterwards is too loud and make it difficult to have conversations. We would go back to The Canyon - but this time we would sit in the General Admissions seating.

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Keith & Margo's Murder Mystery - Watch that last step!

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Pros: *The food was very good…read more *The room and seating were comfortable *Some of the performers were very good *Nice atmosphere/interesting restaurant Cons: *A bit disorganized *A real need to have more direction for guests. *More thought on character and story depth needed *"Props" consisted of just scribbled notes on paper. Upon arrival, guest have literally no idea what to do when they arrive at the restaurant. No one is there to greet anyone, we were just left to wander awkwardly around. While it says the show is 7 to 10 PM we were unable to get out of there until almost 11. This really ruined our after event plans, as we had no way to gracefully leave. The show was running late (there was a big lag between the salad and entrée with no activities or instructions on what to do during that awkward lull), and when finally it was "solved" (about 10:40pm), the performers and host positioned themselves in front of the only room exit, so they could introduce cast members. And after that-then even though it was 10:45PM, while they were still blocking the exit, they opted to single out everyone who had a birthday or anniversary, and sing happy birthday not once but twice in Long form. We really wanted to leave, and it was impossible. I've been to many murder, mystery evenings, and never been to one that there were not props involved. Usually there are evidence Props placed all around the room and included on the evidence table with diagrams, etc. So it was disappointing that no real thought went into creating "evidence". For over $650 for 6 of us (we bought cocktails at the bar), and our after plans completely ruined due to us not being able to get out until almost at 11 o'clock, I probably would have given this a two star rating but the food was very good and the actors at our table were fun to be around.

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This is an amazingly talented group!! I had the pleasure of attending their show, and a few days…read morelater, having them host a private Be Your Own Betty event for me. I'll review them separately. Brown Betties: When was the last time you saw an amazing burlesque show?? If you haven't seen the Brown Betties, you are in for a TREAT!! The writing, acting, singing, and dancing were spectacular! I loved the show because their talent held the audience's attention while capturing many of the experiences men and women have in relationships, and giving fair attention to both. My friend and I left raving about the show, and telling our friends not to miss out when they have another chance to attend! My only advice is that I would get the dinner/seat reservations in advance if they are available...the food was excellent, and the show is even more enjoyable with a seat!! I would definitely attend again in the future, and hope new shows are offered. These incredibly talented women provide entertainment with a twist in all the right places! BYOB (Be Your Own Betty): The Brown Betties hosted a wonderful private party for my birthday a few days after their show. Having seen their moves on stage, I knew I would not be disappointed! However, my expectations were exceeded! They were professional, reaching out to me before the event to answer questions, help with advertising, and asked for my preferences regarding refreshments (which were amazing!!). On the day of the event, they came early to set everything up, and did a beautiful job transforming our space. The women were very gracious, and my friends quickly felt comfortable with them. They did a spectacular job of leading us through exercises that had a profound impact on how we viewed ourselves as women--my friends are still talking about this experience to this day! They also taught us routines and moves that helped us find our "Inner Betties". Finally, they had a few tricks up their sleeves to make sure we would never forget this day, and that the lessons we learned would help make us better women to ourselves. At the end, I felt that the entire experience was entertaining and personally valuable...reflecting lessons and experiences I wanted to share with my friends...I didn't have to do any of the heavy lifting for my party, and was able to truly enjoy it as a guest! I recommend the BYOB experience for a special birthday, ladies night, bachelorette party, or whatever you have in mind. Gather your friends, then call Brown Betties...these women have it covered!!!

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