Author Archives: Esther Julian

HALF BAKED at the DERBY DINNER PLAYHOUSE

The story of this comedy by Joe Simonelli & Lori Sigrist, is about retired brothers Jay and Sonny Allen who move to central Florida with their wives to open a cafe. When the business starts to fail and their nest egg dries up, they decide to take drastic action and generate some cash. Action that […]

THE BUNCO SQUAD ROLLS AGAIN at the DERBY DINNER PLAYHOUSE

The Bunco Squad is back!  It is August, and Suzie’s turn to host.  She thinks she is hosting a normal bunco night, but with this bunch, normal is never . . .well. . .normal.  Join the ladies you fell in love with for another laugh-filled and heart-felt evening of FUN. Written by Derby Dinner’s very […]

COME FROM AWAY at the Derby Dinner Playhouse

COME FROM AWAY is the New York Times Critic’s Pick that takes you into the heart of a remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that put their lives on hold and opened their homes to this world of strangers. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned […]

THE ULTIMATE GARTH BROOKS TRIBUTE AND LUNCH AT PATTI’S

The Shawn Gerhard is a high-energy show from Nashville, Tennessee, recreating Garth’s greatest hits with world-class musicians… guaranteed excitement for all ages. Shawn’s live performance is an unrivaled celebration of Garth Brooks’ music and has ignited crowds across the country. When not touring, Shawn Gerhard worked in residence with LEGENDS IN CONCERT in Las Vegas […]

Celebration Belle Riverboat Cruise

From Alton to Chester, Illinois We spend the night at our hotel, before boarding the Celebration Belle Riverboat in the early morning to begin our all-day cruise. Food, entertainment, and the ever-changing views of the Mississippi River create a wonderful experience on this delightful river boat cruise. PRICE PER PERSON: Double: $525 Triple: $505 Quad: […]

COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG – HISTORY AND DISCOVERY

Day 1  We depart this morning to travel west toward Virginia. This evening we stay at the Hampton Inn Abingdon, Virginia, with dinner included at the The Tavern, a historical fine dining experience. (D) Day 2  ” />After breakfast at the hotel we continue traveling into the past. We stop for lunch at Michie Tavern, […]