Grafton Street Dinner Theatre
*This is NOT a sponsored post. It’s just a place that I love and wanted to know if it was appropriate for kids. Because I wondered, I’m sure you will have wondered, too!*
I love going to the dinner theatre.
I always have. There is something fun about being in the middle of live “street” theatre and never knowing what is going to happen next.
So, when we were trying to make plans for my 40th birthday, I decided that we would go to Grafton Street Dinner Theatre in Halifax.
I wasn’t sure if it was appropriate to take kids or not. I hadn’t been in about 5 years, and never looked at it with the “mommy lens”.
When I called to make our reservation, the woman on the phone assured me that it was a family-friendly show and was NOT full of sexual innuendos that would make my grandmother blush.
How it Works
Check the calendar of shows.
For the most part, shows run on Friday and Saturday nights, starting at 6:30. You need to be there at least 30 minutes prior to the show.
Wait in the main lobby. Order a drink and get prepared for a fun evening.
6:00pm – The Lounge opens with full bar service
6:30pm -The cast will call you into the dining room.
If you have a RESERVATION you do not need to pick up tickets. You will be called by your reservation name and billed at the end of the evening.
If you do not have a reservation please see the bartender for availability .
On cue, the cast will come out, in character, and call your name and take you to the seat. Then the show will begin!
Our Evening
Throughout the night, the actors are also your waiters. They will look after you for the evening, so take time to get to know them and have some fun!
Throughout the evening, a play will be happening around you. It’s usually a fun, simple plot that involves a lot of great music, depending on the theme.
For example, when we went, it was all about talk shows (a secret past addiction of mine) and music from the 1980s.
The cast walk around the room during the show and the music and involve as many audience members as they can. The boys loved being “picked on” throughout out the evening!
Because it was my birthday, the cast serenaded me with happy birthday! And, there were 2 music teachers in the audience, so they were pulled up on stage to help play the instruments in my honour. One of the best Happy Birthday songs, ever!
It’s amazing to see how talented these actors are. They can flip between instruments, can sing and dance and interact with the audience all at once.
Meals
“The food was absolutely fabulous, especially the seafood chowder!” so said my 9 year old son.
When you arrive, you get to order from several choices off the menu. There are several choices for every course. You cannot go wrong. They are all delicious!
They even have special drinks based on the theme for the kids.
Price
The Grafton Street Dinner Theatre is well worth the price. Especially if you are going to celebrate a special occasion.
All prices include a three course dinner and the show. Reservations can be made through the box office and ticket prices are charged at the end of the performance.
• Regular rate: $46.96 (plus tax)
• Children (12 years and younger): $29.00 (plus tax)
• Special performances (fundraisers and New Year’s Eve) have different pricing, please see calendar for prices of these performances.
Discounts
Seniors discount: 10%
University Student Discount: 10%
Military Personnel and their families: 15%
Group rate is available for parties of 21 people or more.
Ages
The show is definitely family friendly and the boys thought it was so much fun!
They loved the food, they loved the music, they loved being “picked on” by the cast, and they loved being there.
The show starts at 6:30 and finishes around 9:30. This makes for a late evening for some kids, especially if you are coming from the Valley.
We think that, depending on the kids, it is best suited for children who are 10+ who can stay up later, follow plot lines, and maintain attention (especially when tired).
If you are looking for a fun family night out, especially to celebrate a special occasion or to take visiting company, we highly recommend the Grafton Street Dinner Theatre.
The shows are always high quality, the food is delicious and the entertainment can’t be beat!
We combined our night at the Grafton Street Dinner Theatre with a family staycation in Halifax.
Grafton Street Dinner Theatre – we will be back!
