Derby Dinner Playhouse 34th Season

Derby Dinner Playhouse’s 34th season features eight exciting productions - five musicals, two comedies, and one mystery-- something for everyone! For more information please call 812-288-8281 or visit http://www.derbydinner.com/.

FATHER OF THE BRIDE (May 13 — June 21, 2008) Our season opener! The Banks Family household is turned upside down when the apple of Dad’s eye falls in love and the “march down the aisle” becomes one hilarious nuptial misadventure after another. Join us for a heart-warming comedy classic that celebrates the special bond of every father and daughter.

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (June 25— August 2, 2Q08) This “Tale as old as Time” makes a Derby Dinner Playhouse debut in our “perfect for all ages’ family musical slot. This larger-than-life, award-winning Broadway musical is based on the brilliant Disney film and is guaranteed to delight, enchant, and make special memories for young and old alike. Make your reservations soon to “Be Our Guest”!

SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN HOMECOMING (August 5 — September 28, 2008) Nope, you’ve not seen this one! The Sanders Family Singers are back in this regional debut sharing their gently comic testimonials and entertaining you with twenty-five Bluegrass Gospel favorites including “I Love To Tell The Story”, “Unclouded Day”, and “Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”. Spirited fun for everyone!

SECONDARY CAUSE OF DEATH (September30 — November 9, 2008) This sequel to 2004’s “Murder To Death” brings back the bumbling Inspector Pratt to unravel this comic mystery where Colonel Craddock inherits a hotel, and the guests “check out” sooner than they expected! The Pink Panther meets Agatha Christie in this wacky farce that will leave you dying for more!

IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS (November 11 — December 31, 2008) The holiday musical that’s sweeping the nation is back by popular demand! Based on the classic film and jam-packed with some of the finest American musical ever written, this song-and-dance extravaganza spills over the Derby Dinner stage in one of our most lavishly-mounted productions in our thirty-four year history. “Blue Skies”, “Sisters”, “I Love A Piano” and so many more will help to “Count Your Blessings” and share the warmth and cheer of the Holidays.

SQUABBLES (Januaty 6 — February 15, 2009) What better way to start the New Year? This fast-paced comedy builds to a familial frenzy when a cantankerous Dad moves in with the kids to recuperate, the stork offers a surprise when the rabbit dies, and the battle-ax of a mother-in-law comes knocking with HER suitcase in tow! This riotous Broadway comedy will get your January off to a rip-roaring start.

LUCKY STIFF (February 17— March 29, 2009) Rememberthewacky and off-the-wall “Weekend At Bernies”? Well, this is a sort of musical version1 Harry Witherspoon is all set to inherit a long-lost uncle’s fortune — six million bucks! All he has to do is grant his uncle’s final wish — take his taxidermied corpse to Monte Carlo for his final fling! This show is the definition of zany and will be the most-talked-about surprise hit of our diverse season. A melodically comic romp - lunacy from start to finish!

ALL SHOOK UP (March 31 — May 17, 2009) Get out your poodle skirts and slick back your D.A.! Here’s the season- closer — this new Broadway musical features all your favorites from the Elvis Presley jukebox such as “Blue Suede Shoes”, “Love Me Tender”, “Jailhouse Rock”, “Heartbreak Hotel”, plus twenty more! This musical has all the simple and joyous nostalgia to kick-start your memories back to the era when a young Memphis crooner sang the soundtrack to your youth.

Season Subscribers know how to save! Two convenient packages fit every need. The 8-Show Package includes the complete season at a savings of over 30%. The Flex-4 Package includes any four shows with a savings of 15%. Derby Dinner has a way to meet every entertainment need! All subscribers receive special perks throughout the year such as preferred seating, membership to the Birthday Club, ticket exchange privileges, access to the VIP Express Door, discounts to concerts, and an invitation to Coffee Chat for each production. Treat yourself to 8 evenings of fun and excitement this year and subscribe today.