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Britney Sparks

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Congratulations! You are taking part in a murder mystery by

Red Herring Games.

A few simple instructions to help you along:

Firstly: Don’t Panic!

This booklet contains all the information you need as a guest to

help you act your part throughout the murder mystery party.

The first page provides you with additional background

information to help you get into character, however there are no

special acting abilities required and you can make as much or as

little of your character as you wish.

After that on each page you are given either something to read

out (dialogue), questions to ask, or information to help you

answer questions you will be asked. These questions and

answers are not intended to be read out word for word. Instead

read them, digest the information and then ask and answer any

questions in your own words. You are encouraged to ad lib, but it

is very important you do not lie, so please provide the

information contained within your booklet when asked.

Your host for the evening will direct you where necessary and tell

you when to move on to the next round when the time is right.

If you are the murderer you will not be told. When you finally

come to guess who did it – it could easily be you and feel free to

point the finger at yourself if you feel you must!

And lastly: Have fun!

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Britney Sparks

Background Character Information:

Keep this information to yourself, and use it to help you to act

in character throughout the mystery:

Since bursting onto the scene aged 17 you’ve seen it all. Now

you’re a veteran of the music game but make no mistake, you’ve

still got it! If it’s not music its fashion, perfume and of course

your numerous good causes. Whether you’re liked or loathed,

there’s always plenty to talk about regarding Ms Sparks!

As you’ve sold over 100 million albums you feel you can afford to

be loud and outspoken and people often think you’re a little

rude. Underneath it all though, is there still that tender little girl

from the Mickey Mouse Club, longing to be loved?

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Britney Sparks

Introductions:

Use the following dialogue to introduce yourself to the other

guests, speaking when indicated below.

Britney Sparks speaks first using the following dialogue:

My name’s Britney Sparks and I’m the hottest act in town. Er, not

this town though. I live in Las Vegas now.

So, Brett Pop’s dead, huh? And the sheriff thinks one of us, or

should I say one of you, killed him. This’d better not mess with

my schedule – you’re all real lucky I’m even here tonight.

After you have heard from everyone, please continue reading

and begin round 1.

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Scripted Dialogue Round 1

Mr. Big: So Brett’s dead. Good riddance I say. One

of you did the world a favour getting rid of

him. Never made me any money.

Emma Nem: (RAPPING) Stabbed in the head, he’s now

come to harm but I guess he’ll find calm as

he’s just bought the farm.

Sue Perfan: It’s tragic, and I don’t just mean your

rapping. Brett was my hero. (SOBS)

Britney Sparks: Whatever. Maybe it was just like a really

bad accident anyway.

Mr. Big: You mean he accidentally stabbed himself

in the head? That’s the stupidest idea I’ve

heard since combat trousers!

Otto Tune: And why is the Inspector keeping us all

here? We have nothing in common.

Topper Pops: That’s not quite true. We were all at the

record label yesterday when Brett was

killed.

Otto Tune: So they think one of us did it, maybe me?

That makes me so sad I could weep.

Britney Sparks: Well you can rule me out straight away.

Killing’s not my style.

Cont.

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Emma Nem: You ain’t got no style girl, everybody

knows that. You look nearly as bad as

Topper Pops.

Topper Pops: At least I’m not in as bad a state as Brett

Pop.

Britney Sparks: He’s right – a letter opener to the head is

so not a good look.

Sue Perfan: All that blood’s going to ruin his lovely hair.

Otto Tune: Please don’t mention the blood. It makes

me feel queasy!

Mr Big: Not as queasy as I feel when you start

singing.

Topper Pops: Don’t worry, we’ll solve this crime. But all

this sleuthing is thirsty work!

Britney Sparks: I could do with another drink. Hit me baby

one more time.

Emma Nem: I could murder an iced tea.

Otto Tune: Murder? Ugh! I think I’m going to faint!

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Britney Sparks - First Round

Questions you should ask:

Sue Perfan claims to be Brett Pop’s number one fan. Does she

know anything useful about Brett Pop?

What’s the secret to Mr. Big’s success. Is it all honest work? Ask

him if he’s ever stolen from his clients.

Information you should reveal about yourself only when asked.

You and Brett Pop started dating a few weeks ago but you

decided to keep it low profile. Then, last week, he came to see

your fantastic Vegas show and afterwards you were both so

excited you accidentally got married! It’s easily done.

Your Vegas show is going great! You’ve just been moved to a

more exclusive venue, which you’re really excited about. In fact,

if it wasn’t for this murder you’d be back there tonight. You

suppose they’ll have to get by for a night or two without you.

Do not read further until instructed by your host.

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Mr. Big: I’ll join you there.

Topper Pops: Well I’m more interested in that expensive

gold bracelet.

Britney Sparks: Sometimes you need a bit of bling to

attract a man’s attention.

Topper Pops: But where is it now? It’s mysteriously

gone missing.

Britney Sparks: Things are getting very strange. I’m

starting to worry.

Emma Nem: This could be a case for Mulder and Scully.

Otto Tune: That reminds me of a song.

Sue Perfan: Not now! We’ve got a crime to solve.

Scripted Dialogue Round 2

Britney Sparks: OK, I admit it. I accidentally married him.

Oops I did it again.

Topper Pops: Ah! So maybe it was the wife that did it?

Mr. Big: Bah to marriage I say! You’re better off

staying single like me.

Britney Sparks: You’re just a Womanizer.

Mr. Big: And talking of single, let’s hope Brett’s new

song is good.

Sue Perfan: I’m sure it’ll be fanta-stic! And talking of

Fanta, Brett did love a can of fizzy juice.

You could say he was the King of Pop!

Emma Nem: The King of Pop? I thought that was

Michael Jackson?

Otto Tune: Michael Jackson? Isn’t he dead as well?

Maybe fizzy drinks really are bad for your

health.

Britney Sparks: I’d better cancel my Pepsi contract.

Emma Nem: Fanta? Pepsi? Never mind that. I’d rather

Crack a Bottle.

Cont.

Scripted Dialogue Round 3

Topper Pops: So who’s the murderer then? Anyone

want to own up?

Emma Nem: I’ve got no idea.

Sue Perfan: The best idea you ever had was retiring.

Emma Nem: At least when I retire I won’t have to deal

with crazy fans like you anymore.

Topper Pops: I guess with your free time you could write

your autobiography. Or, (POINTING TO

SELF) hire someone else to write it for you!

(EMMA SHAKES HER HEAD) Write it from

your prison cell if you’re feeling blue.

Britney Sparks: Did someone say selfie?

Mr. Big: All right everyone, I think that’s enough of

that. If anyone’s interested, I’ve got all the

clues. I just need the time to, you know,

mull it over.

Sue Perfan: What’s that about a mullet? Whoever did

this will be in jail for so long by the time

they get out mullets will be back in

fashion!

Cont.

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Britney Sparks - Second Round

Questions you should ask:

You’ve heard rumours that Emma Nem was about to retire from

the music business. Surely not? Why not ask her about it?

You’ve heard Topper Pops boasting that he can get in anywhere.

Did he have a way of getting into Brett’s recording studio?

Information you should reveal about yourself only when asked.

You were on the phone earlier to your legal team. You wanted

them to make Brett Pop cancel your secret marriage before word

got out to the press. Brett was refusing though – what an ass!

You know all about Brett Pop’s comeback single. He kept playing

it for you over the phone and wouldn’t shut up about it. You

think it sucks though. Only the really crazy fans will want to buy

it.

Do not read further until instructed by your host.

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Otto Tune: It certainly is a terrible business. It should

be against the law to kill a pop star.

Mr. Big: It is against the law, Otto.

Otto Tune: That’s a relief! But what if it was me

instead of Brett?

Mr Big: That wouldn’t be such a bad thing. At least

Brett could sing.

Britney Sparks: Excuse me! Please spare a thought for me!

I’ve lost my husband.

Topper Pops: What about you? You’ve been acting

suspiciously all night.

Britney Sparks: And talking of suspicious, Emma Nem is

not the girl we all thought she was.

Emma Nem: We’ve all got our secrets.

Mr. Big: Perhaps now it’s time for all the secrets to

come out.

Britney Sparks - Third Round

Questions you should ask:

Why did Emma Nem cancel her interview with Topper Pops. Did

she have something to hide?

Topper Pops is a respected journalist – or at least he used to be.

What does he know about Otto Tune? Is he really the next big

thing?

Information you should reveal about yourself only when asked.

You came to the studio last night to convince Brett Pop to let you

out of this stupid marriage. Brett Pop was such a jerk. He kept

saying maybe baby, but he was never going to agree. You left in a

huff, just as Mr. Big was charging in. He looked furious.

You bought Brett Pop a gold bracelet when you got married. He

needed at least one nice thing to wear. You paid quite a lot of

money for it but can’t remember how much. And in return?

Brett got you nothing!

Do not read further until instructed by your host.

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Britney Sparks

Concluding Statement

Use the following dialogue to summarise your position,

speaking when indicated below.

Britney Sparks speaks after Otto Tune using the following

dialogue:

Er, hello? We’re talking about my husband here. I guess you all

know that I was married to Brett Pop. Since he wouldn’t give me

an annulment it worked out pretty neat for me that he died, but

it’s also like really tragically sad. He was such a sweet guy.

I hope none of you think that I killed him! I would never do that!

It’s simply not in my nature.

After you have heard from all the guests make a prediction as to

who the murderer is and why.

Tell the others.

We hope you enjoyed playing this Red Herring Games murder

mystery and will visit us again to try out our other games.

Red Herring Games have a collection of experienced authors,

who are continually producing new games for your enjoyment.

Red Herring Games are constantly on the look out for more

authors to add to our portfolio, giving you more choice.

10% OFF YOUR NEXT PURCHASE

Thank you for playing a Red Herring Game.

In order to receive a 10% discount on future

purchases simply enter code:

RHP2007

The next time you visit

www.Red-Herring-Games.co.uk