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WATSON'S MYSTERY CAFE

8001 W Fairview Ave Boise, ID 83704
Boise, ID 83704


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Past Shows

The Women In Black
The Women In Black
9/24 - 10/29/2023


Watson's Mystery Caf presentsTHE WOMAN IN BLACKby Stephen Malatratt based on the novel by Susan Hill2nd longest running play in LondonFirst performed in 1987 and ...

Watson's Live-Improv Insanity


WARNING: Adults ONLY for a night of Improv Insanity, the only ADULTS ONLY improv show in Idaho! Our hilarious cast of talented professionals will keep ...

Welcome to the Family Murder Mystery


Two shows 3pm & 7pm Come be a part of the greatest "family" you will ever have the privilege to be introduced to. Gianni Daricci ...

Leave your Troubles @ the Door


Leave Your Troubles at The Door is a completely improvised stand-up comedy showcase where the audience's problems are the topics of the jokes on stage. ...

Pin-ups on Tour


We are proud to be performing our Nationally Touring WWII Style Vintage Variety & Burlesque Show at the Playhouse Boise in Boise, ID! Join us ...

Pin-ups On Tour at Watson's


Join us in welcoming Pin-Ups on Tour back to Watsons! This fantastic show will recreate the magic of a Hollywood Canteen-style show in the 1940's, ...

Watson's Live-Improv Insanity


WARNING: Adults ONLY for a night of Improv Insanity, the only ADULTS ONLY improv show in Idaho! Our hilarious cast of talented professionals will keep ...

Something Funny Around Here Puppet Show


Join Toast, Wilbur, and their friends for a silly evening at Toast's house, full of fun, games, music, and magic!  Can magic be silly?  Come ...

Something funny around here! Puppet comedy show


Join Toast, Wilbur, and their friends for a silly evening at Toast's house, full of fun, games, music and magic!  Can magic be silly?  Come ...

Danger at the Gatsby Ball Murder Mystery


You are cordially invited to a housewarming party in the Gatsby House! Put on your dancing shoes, bring your feather boa, and come down to ...

Post Holiday Blues Show


Want a way to get over those posts Holiday Blues? Come party the night away with Rebecca Pearce and Whiskey Tango!! Rebecca Pearce has been ...

Murder by Design: Where Audiences Kill


Put on your detective hat, and come join us for Murder by Design, a murder mystery that puts you in control of the story! This ...

Stranger Things Trivia


Are you an expert on all things strange? Come put yourself to the test with this Stranger Things trivia challenge! Roll in to Watson's with ...

Peach Waltz Album Celebration


Don't miss your chance to party with a great group of local musicians in this celebration of Jazz! Enjoy dinner, drinks and a great evening ...

A Christmas Cabaret


Step into Watson's Cafe for a thrilling afternoon of exciting dance performances, brunch and more! This show is the must-have gift for you or a ...

Christmas with the Andrew Sisters


Don't miss out on this old fashioned Christmas Spectacular honoring our Veterans, troops and their families. This Andrews Sisters tribute will have you tapping your ...

Up Close and Personal


 Come check out the debut of our new comedy show, Up Close and Personal, a combination of stand-up, sketch comedy, and a talk show style ...

LezBe Kings: LezBe Sapphic


Watson's is thrilled to welcome the LezBe Kings back for LezBe Sapphic! LezBe Sapphic is the LezBe King's quarterly queer FemX night for female & ...

Davy Jones Locker: A Pirate Cabaret


Step into Watson's Cafe for a thrilling afternoon of exciting dance performances, brunch and more! These pirates may not steal your loot, but they will ...

Alternate Reality


You know Big Gay Paycen and Cyraphina Thunderpussy in this reality, but who are they in the alternate realities that exist beyond our own?  In ...

Rebecca Pearce & Whiskey Tango


Don't miss this great evening of fantastic blues music with Rebecca Pearce and Whiskey Tango!Take some time to cool off with a hot blues performance! ...

420 Show
420 Show
4/20


Come join World Famous Comedian Nate Ford to celebrate 4/20 this year, with a lineup of local comics who are all on fire! Dont miss ...

Murder by Design: Where Audiences Kill


Come enjoy a murder mystery that puts you in the drivers seat! Choose the victim, murder weapon and location, then sit back and watch it ...

The Bootleggers' Ball!


Looking for a fun roaring 20s experience? Come down to the Bootleggers' Ball!The Porter Club is the place to be for an immersive theatrical experience ...

Stand-up Comedian Marc Yaffee


Don't miss your chance to enjoy Marc Yaffee's original comedy recipe, specially prepared for non-stop laughs! He'll serve you tasty topics, spicy premises and savory ...

Pirates: Murder at Nassau
Pirates: Murder at Nassau
1/8 - 3/20/2022


No one said piracy was easy, but sometimes, it's downright deadly! Set sail for the isle of Nassau, where a band of pirates live in ...

Stand-up Comedian Luke Severeid


Get ready for an evening of rambunctious comedy with Luke Severeid! His uniquely charismatic style has taken him everywhere from the west coast to Canada ...

Clockwork Carnival


Things are about to get steamy at the Clockwork Carnival! This event by Wicked Wonderland Empire will tick all your boxes: costumes, dancing, and amazing ...

Watson's Presents: A Den of Sin


Den of Sin Burlesque is coming to Watsons for a night of classic beauty, over-the-top sparkle and thrilling teases! Come watch the best of Boises ...

Immersive Speakeasy Experience


Heres your chance to get a taste of the 20s for yourself! Join us in the Porter Club for an immersive theatrical experience complete with ...

Valentine's Day Comedy Show!


Looking for something new to do this Valentines Day? Why not bring your date to a show youre both sure to enjoy? These six fantastic ...

Requiem Vampire Ball


Come forth, and join the Vampire Ball! Wicked Wonderland is back for a thrilling vampire masquerade that combines cosplay, theatrics, music, dancing and a roleplaying ...

Up Close and Personal with Josh Firestine


Come enjoy a light-hearted take on life with Josh Firestine, an up-and-coming comedian who draws humor from his life experiences as a husband, father and ...

Murder Party: A Steampunk Murder Mystery Event!


Bring your friends down to Watsons for a steampunk party! Dance, dine, drink, and enjoy entertainment and a murder mystery game! Join the town of ...

Stand-up Comedian Jeremiah Coughlan


If youve ever wondered what would happen if Chris Farley ate Bob Ross, this is the show for you! Jeremiah Coughlans stage presence embodies a ...

Stand-up Comedy with Scott Fillmore and Will Mierzwa


While still relatively new to stand-up, Scott has shown he belongs on the comedy stage. He has opened for big names like Robert Kelly, Michael ...

Brunch of Laughs


Boise's only Brunch-time Comedy Show is coming to Watsons! Do you love Brunch, Comedy, and day-drinking? Of course you do! Boise's only brunch-time comedy show ...

Stand-up Comedian Oscar Ovies


Join us for a night of sarcastic nerdy humor with the hilarious Oscar Ovies! Come see a classic stand-up comedy show with this lifetime funnyman! ...

Holiday Cheer Speakeasy Night!


Come celebrate the holidays in a Speakeasy! Join us at Watson's Porter Club for a festive celebration of the season!This evening features a vintage-style swing ...

Wicked Winter Wonderland Holiday Bazaar & Variety Show


Get into the holiday spirit with a variety show that includes everything from comedy to music and more! Headlining Comic Emmanuel Christopher Michael Vera IV ...

The Improvised Murder Mystery
The Improvised Murder Mystery
12/1 - 12/15/2021


Join us for an exciting new show! Were excited to announce the Improvised Murder Mystery!The only definite thing is that someone will be murdered... You ...

Watson's LIVE! Featuring Improv Insanity & Positive Parkour


Join us every Friday for two shows and tons of laughs! First up, come enjoy short scenes and hilarious jokes with Improv Insanity, the only ...

Stand-up Comedian Monica Nevi


Don't miss hilarious comedian Monica Nevi! A native of Washington State who grew up about 20 minutes south of Seattle. As a collegiate basketball player ...

Stand-up Comedians Travis Nelson and Chase Mayer


Its a night of double trouble with these two hilarious comedians! Come enjoy a night with Travis Nelson and Chase Mayers! Its not often the ...

Veterans Day Variety Show


Join us this Veterans Day for an exciting variety show! Whether you're looking for a good laugh, hoping to see some dancing, or just want ...

Speakeasy Night featuring Katie G and the Half Maccs


Come enjoy a night in a 1920s speakeasy! Its very hush hush, so make sure you dont forget your password! This evening features a vintage-style ...

Stand-up Comedian David Testroet


Don't miss this evening with a comedy veteran of over 30 years!David Testroet is a short, fat funny guy with a different way of thinking. ...

Speakeasy Night featuring The Moody Jews of Boise


Come join us for another Speakeasy Night in Watson's Porter Club! Watson's is excited to present another great local band: The Moody Jews of Boise! ...

The Banner Studios' Production of Sweeney Todd


Come enjoy a classic scary musical that's perfect for Halloween! Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a musical thriller set in Victorian ...

Stand-up Comedian Andrew Sleighter


Andrew Sleighter started in comedy looking for the perfect funny line to open a biography. Since then, Andrews laid-back style and clever writing has won ...

Stand-up Comedian Zack Hammond


Zack Hammond is a nationally touring comedian who performs in theaters, clubs, fire halls, pizza shops...anywhere that wants his brand of intelligent and dark humor.Zack ...

Stand-up Comedian Joey Cruz


Joey Cruz is a Los Angeles-based comedian who grew up in the small town of Duvall, WA. He started performing comedy 7 years ago when ...

BOCOMSHO Boise Comedy Showcase


Get ready to laugh at our 2nd ever Bo Com Sho. A showcase of Boise's comedic talent ranging from new to the biz to seasoned ...

Speakeasy Night featuring Rebecca Pearce and Friends


Join us for another exciting Speakeasy Night at Watson's Porter Club as we continue our Jazz Night event series!Were thrilled to welcome back Rebecca Pearce ...

Comedy Showcase


Lose your Monday Blues at this Comedy Showcase with the world famous Nate Ford!He will also be joined by two fantastic local comics, Cayden McKnight ...

Speakeasy Night featuring The Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet


Join us Thursdays at the Porter Club for Speakeasy Nights! Were continuing our Jazz Night series with the Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet, back again for ...

Stand-up Comedian Charlie Wiener


Come enjoy the comedy of a seasoned professional whos been there, done that, and seen it all!Charlie Wiener has headlined comedy clubs across the United ...

Speakeasy Night featuring Katie G and the Half Maccs


Join us Thursdays at the Porter Club as Watson's presents Speakeasy Nights! Each night features exciting entertainment, delicious pub fare, and a full barWatsons Jazz ...

Stand-up Comedian Kris Shaw


It may just be a live microphone in a small spotlight, but when Kris Shaw steps up to it, the experience is unlike anything you’ve ...

Watson's LIVE! Featuring Improv Insanity & Positive Parkour


Join us every Friday for two shows and tons of laughs! Come see Improv Insanity, the only ADULTS ONLY improv show in Idaho! Our ever-growing ...

Speakeasy Night featuring ME2: the Michele Eastland Duo


Step into a magical night outside of time and lose yourself in the music of the past. Spend the evening at Watson's Porter Club for ...

Stand-up Comedian Gabriel Rutledge, Featuring Eric Cole


Come see award winning comedian Gabriel Rutledge, a past winner of the prestigious Seattle International Comedy Competition who has made television appearances on Comedy Central's ...

Speakeasy Night featuring Rebecca Pearce and Friends


Step into a magical night outside of time and lose yourself in the music of the past. Spend the evening at Watson's Porter Club for ...

Witch Trials


Join us for a night of spooky fun! Three resident witches live in harmony within the small town of New Salem, until the day the ...

Speakeasy Night featuring The Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet


Join us Thursdays at the Porter Club as Watson's presents Speakeasy Nights! Were continuing our Jazz Night series with the Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet, back ...

The Come Together Band: a Beatles Experience


Whether you remember the Beatles from firsthand experience, or you just wish you did, this is your chance to re-experience the craze with the Come ...

Watson's LIVE! Featuring Improv Insanity & Positive Parkour


2 SHOWS and Tons of Laughs. This night is not for the kids (only big kids). Come see Improv Insanity, the only ADULTS ONLY improv ...

Speakeasy Night featuring 1920s Jazz with Rebecca Pearce and Friends


Step into a magical night outside of time and lose yourself in the music of the past. Spend the evening here at Watson's Porter Club ...

Hunks the Show


The hunks are back, and hotter than ever! If youre looking for some excitement, this is the night for you. Join us for the ultimate ...

The Case of the Lion's Tail Pendant: A Miles and Jane Mystery


Mrs. Thompson's house is filled with guests, some of whom you know, while others are total strangers. When a theft occurs, it's up to you ...

Speakeasy Night featuring Elizabeth Findley


It's another exciting speakeasy night in the Porter Club at Watson's!This evening will feature soulful jazz classics from the 20s, 30s and 40s played by ...

Stand-up Comedian Nate Ford, featuring Emmanuel Christopher Michael Vera IV


Come enjoy the comedy of home-grown Idahoan Nate Ford, a comic who is sure to please your giggle palate! This evening will also feature Emmanuel ...

Jazz Night with the Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet


Step into the speakeasy, and let your worries slip away! Join us for more fantastic jazz with the Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet! Each Speakeasy Night ...

The Case of the Lion's Tail Pendant: A Miles and Jane Mystery


Mrs. Thompson's house is filled with guests, some of whom you know, while others are total strangers. When a theft occurs, it's up to you ...

Watson’s Speakeasy Night Featuring Torchlight Favorites with Rebecca Pearce and Friends


Join us for a fantastic night of music, mayhem and magic at Watsons Porter Club Speakeasy night! Come watch Rebecca Pearce and Friends perform heartfelt ...

Watson’s Speakeasy Night Featuring Jazz by the Sandy Santa Cruz Quartet


Step into a place outside of time with the Porter Club Speakeasy night at Watsons! This is your chance to enjoy dinner and drinks in ...

Insert Foot Theater at Watson's Mystery Cafe


Watson's presents one of the funniest long running comedy improv troupes in the Treasure Valley. You'll roll with laughter at their antics.Insert Foot Theater has ...

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Merrily We Roll Along in Boise Merrily We Roll Along
Alley Repertory Theater (12/13 - 12/28)
Wicked in Boise Wicked
Morrison Center (4/2 - 4/13)
Misery in Boise Misery
Stage Coach Theatre (5/30 - 6/14)
Urinetown in Boise Urinetown
Stage Coach Theatre (1/17 - 2/8)
Hamilton in Boise Hamilton
Morrison Center (1/21 - 2/2)
Hamilton (Philip Company) in Boise Hamilton (Philip Company)
Morrison Center for the Performing Arts (1/21 - 2/2)
Perfect Wedding in Boise Perfect Wedding
Stage Coach Theatre (7/11 - 7/26)
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