A novel whodunit ride of amusement in an old circus town once known for its Ringling fame. Now rejuvenated one trolley ride at a time cherished what was, and is again for another generation of festive riders.
This is a new offering from Discover Sarasota Tours having survived by a godsend the Covid-19 lockdowns. Our trolley had most windows open for very good cool air circulation. Although no one was wearing face masks. I'm sure we're all vaccinated to the high heavens.
Every rider is given a circus role bag with an accessory to wear. From the bearded lady, showgirls, poodles, and elephants to name a few. (I was Elephant #1 and made the role all my own as part peanut gallery, pun intended.) :op
This ride stops at pit stops unfortunately that are mostly deserted where costumed actors in circus regalia reenact a zany circus Queen murder whodunit. The riders with speaking roles get to read from cue cards at times cheesy funny lines to punctuate the comedy at hand.
My role as Elephant #1 was a non-speaking role, but I made sure to quip in with a silly elephant roar at certain punch lines all the same.
Although prices seem to have risen from last year they have done so modestly. This is worth the joy of getting to tour the gentrified sections of downtown Sarasota at night. The vistas become part of the theatrical backdrop on wheels especially the Main street drive-by with a sing-along to boot.