Let’s face it, when deciding what to do on a Friday or Saturday night, we tend to rely on old adages. The dinner and movie date. Appetizers and drinks at the bar with friends. Pizza and a bottle of wine or a six-pack on the couch in front of the TV. These things are the old reliables because we enjoy them. But, this weekend, why not take all those things you enjoy, and combine them? The friends, the date, the food, the drink, the entertainment: these things all come together in the oft overlooked night out option of the Dinner-Theater!
The Boston area is rich with dinner-theater options, many accessible by the T. So take a break from the mundane routine tonight, and go treat yourself to drinks, food, and interactive entertainment. Here is a list of some dinner theaters in and around Boston:
Medieval Manor
246 East Berkeley Street
Boston, MA
www.medievalmanor.com
Accessible by the T: Broadway Station on the Red Line
Go on down to the Medieval Manor for a feast in the King’s Court! A show rich in comedy and song, you will feast upon medieval themed food (herbed chicken, BBQ ribs, faux dragon soup–all with no forks, knives, or spoons!) and drink ale by the mugful; all while the King’s Court provides the entertainment. Tickets are fairly priced for the amount of food, and there are always discounts available. Shows every weekend, with lots of crowd interaction. See website for more details.
Finnegan’s Wake
Takes place at various locations South of Boston, and at the Elephant Castle at 161 Devonshire Street in Downtown Boston. See website for locations and showtimes.
www.finnswake.com
Attend the funeral of drunken Irishman Patrick James Finnegan of South Boston, originally of County Tipsy, Ireland. Come see as family and friends remember the life of a man he could not remember himself! Full of Irish festivities and song, this is one wake you won’t want to miss. Menu dependent on venue. See website for further details.
Reunions Can Be Murder
The Elephant & Castle
161 Devonshire Street
Boston, MA
www.mysterycafe.com/ reunionmurder
Accessible by the T: Downtown Crossing on the Orange/Red Line; State Street on the Orange/Blue Line
Be part of All American High School’s Reunion! All the key players will be present: the jock, the nerd, the cheerleader, the artist. Things will go fine, until a murder takes place, forcing the cast back into their old high school roles as they try to solve the murder. Can you figure out whodunit and become Reunion King or Queen? Tickets are $50 and include a three-course meal (Caesar Salad; choice of Roasted Chicken, Penne Alfredo, or Sirloin Steak; and Chocolate Cream Pie.) Located right in Boston’s Downtown, the perfect mix of high school nostalgia and classic murder mystery fun!
Joey and Maria’s Wedding
At the Hearth Stone Exchange
326 N. Main Street Artery
Randolph, MA 02368
www.comedywedding.com
Just miles south of Boston, off I-93
Enjoy the antics of two hilarious Italian families coming together! See the vows! Attend the reception! The Gnocchis and The Cavatellis will provide you with a classic, three-course italian meal, and have you in stitches with their ridiculous shenanigans. Alcohol is served. Tickets (around $50 a piece) include dinner and the show. Crowd interaction is voluntary. See website for showtimes.
