Photo: Derby Dinner Playhouse
Photo: Derby Dinner Playhouse
Photo: Derby Dinner Playhouse
Derby Dinner Playhouse
★4.7(4,093 reviews)$$$Theater
🕑 3-4 hours (including dinner service and full show)👶 Best for ages 5 and up. The Broadway-style productions, dinner service, and 2-3 hour show length work best for kids who can sit through a full theatrical performance. Younger elementary-aged children especially love the familiar musical titles, while tweens and teens appreciate the professional caliber performances.🧡 Saved by 45 families
About
Derby Dinner Playhouse combines the magic of Broadway with a delicious dinner experience, creating an unforgettable evening for families. Kids get to enjoy professional-quality musical theater productions,from Disney classics to beloved family favorites,all while dining on a full meal, making it feel like a special occasion without the stress of coordinating separate dinner and entertainment.
Highlights
- ✓Professional Broadway-quality musical productions in an intimate theater-in-the-round setting
- ✓Full dinner buffet included with ticket, featuring kid-friendly options alongside adult entrees
- ✓Family-friendly show selections including Disney favorites and classic musicals
- ✓Impressive 4.7-star rating from over 4,000 reviews speaks to consistent quality
- ✓Unique dinner theater format that makes kids feel grown-up and special
Pro Tips
- 1.Book early for popular shows and request theater-in-the-round seating for younger kids who enjoy being close to the action,no seat is more than 75 feet from the stage
- 2.Arrive 30-45 minutes before showtime to allow for parking, check-in, and dinner service before the curtain rises
- 3.Check the show schedule carefully as some productions are more kid-appropriate than others; classic Disney musicals and family comedies are your safest bets
- 4.Consider matinee performances for younger children as evening shows can run late for bedtimes
- 5.The dinner is included in your ticket price and offers kid-friendly options, so even picky eaters will find something they like
Best Time to Visit
Matinee performances (typically Sunday afternoons) are ideal for families with younger children to avoid late bedtimes. Weekday shows tend to be less crowded than weekend evenings, offering a more relaxed atmosphere for families with fidgety kids.
What to Know
Ticket prices include both the show and a full dinner buffet with kid-friendly options. The venue is fully accessible and offers ample free parking. Arrive early as dinner service begins before the show starts.
Seasonal Notes
The playhouse runs different productions throughout the year, with family-friendly musicals typically featured during summer months and holiday seasons. Check their schedule in advance as some productions may be geared more toward adult audiences. Holiday shows around Christmas are especially popular with families and sell out quickly.
Nearby Eats
Since dinner is included in your ticket, you won't need additional dining. However, for pre-show snacks or post-show ice cream, the nearby River Falls Mall area offers several chain restaurants, and Hurstbourne area just across the bridge has numerous family dining options.
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