Hersonissos: Troy Dinner-Show Theatre Experience Tickets

The most unusual part of this Hersonissos night out is that you do not simply sit and watch. Gods, heroes, dancers, singers, and acrobats move through a Troy story while you use your phone to choose sides and help affect the action. I love the family-friendly format and the fact that children are given a real role rather than being asked to sit quietly through a formal performance. I also like the choice between a full dinner and a simpler drink-and-show ticket.

The main thing to consider is the tone. This is lively, modern entertainment rather than a quiet lesson in Homer or ancient Greek culture. The story, music, and audience games may suit families perfectly, but adults seeking a more serious stage production should compare it with Alar’s separate Spectacular Show, held on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Key points before you book

• You help choose the outcome: Use the show’s QR code to support the Greeks or Trojans and enter prize contests.
• The entertainment is physical: Acrobatics, singing, dancing, lights, and stage action carry the story.
• Two ticket styles are available: Choose dinner with meat, vegan, or children’s options, or select a drink-and-show ticket.
• The setting works for families: Children can take part, and a seven-year-old was reported to have enjoyed the food and show.
• Hotel pickup covers a wide area: Transfers can be arranged from resorts between Agia Pelagia, Heraklion, Hersonissos, Elounda, and Agios Nikolaos.
• Adults have another option: Ask about Alar Spectacular Show if your group is made up of adults and children over 12.

A modern Troy story, not a museum lecture

This show takes the famous conflict between the Greeks and Trojans and turns it into a live stage contest. Achilles and Hector represent the opposing sides, while gods and goddesses add mythic drama. You are asked to choose your allegiance, then use your phone to scan a QR code and take part in decisions and prize games.

That setup gives the evening a social feel from the start. You are not expected to know every character from Homer. The central question is simple: will the Greeks prevail, or will Troy hold out? I like this approach for families and mixed-age groups because it makes Greek mythology easy to follow without requiring a history lesson first.

The show’s advertised length is about two and a half to three and a half hours. That is a substantial evening, especially when dinner is included. The exact start time depends on availability, so check the selected date carefully before booking.

What happens inside the theatre

The performance combines several forms of stage entertainment rather than relying on one long dramatic scene. You can expect acrobatics, dance, singing, costumes, music, lights, and audience interaction. The performers portray the gods and heroes of Troy, and the action is designed to move between the stage and the audience.

The acrobatics are a major reason to book. Several ratings describe the acts as highly impressive, with one person singling out the high level of both acrobatics and dance. Another particularly enthusiastic response praised the combination of acrobatics, vocals, dancing, lights, and sound. That mix gives the night more energy than a standard folklore performance.

You should also expect a playful tone. Audience participation is central, not an extra added at the end. You may be asked to take sides, scan your phone, compete for prizes, or respond to the performers. A cocktail prize was one reported result of the interaction, though prizes are not guaranteed.

The show aims to break the usual barrier between stage and seats. That can be great fun if you enjoy joining in. If you prefer to watch quietly, you may find the participation a little demanding. I would tell shy children and adults that the evening is intended to be warm and playful, but the whole point is to take part at least a little.

Dinner, drinks, and the best ticket choice

At about $41 per person, the experience offers reasonable value if you want a full evening of entertainment and food in one booking. The dinner option includes a creative ancient Greek menu, meat or vegan choices, a children’s menu, and bottled water. Extra drinks cost more.

You must pre-book the vegan menu. This is important because the theatre asks for dietary requirements in advance. Do not assume you can arrive and change the meal choice at the last minute.

The food received strong praise, including from a family with a fussy seven-year-old who enjoyed the meal and ate more than usual during the holiday. That is useful information for parents. A children’s menu is included, but the exact dishes are not provided, so you should not expect a detailed menu comparison before booking.

The drink-and-show option is simpler. Dinner is not included, but one drink per person is provided. This may suit you if you have already eaten, want a shorter-feeling evening, or prefer to spend less on food at the theatre. Keep in mind that the listed duration can still reach three and a half hours, so this is not necessarily a quick show.

I would choose the dinner ticket for a family making the theatre the main event of the evening. I would choose drink and show for adults who have eaten elsewhere or want to keep the cost down. The regular bar has a good range of drinks, but those beyond the included item are extra.

Why the family format works

The Troy theme gives children something clear to follow: heroes, gods, teams, contests, and a battle for the future of a city. The phone-based choices add a game element without requiring children to understand every mythological detail.

This is especially useful on a beach holiday when everyone wants one evening that feels different from dinner by the sea. Parents can enjoy the professional performance while children get movement, humor, music, and a simple role in the story.

The show is not only for very young children. The physical acts and live vocals can appeal to older children and teenagers, while the interactive contest gives them something to do beyond watching. Still, the style is broad and accessible rather than subtle. If your group prefers a quiet concert or serious theatre, I would look at the separate Alar Spectacular Show instead.

The show also works well for celebrations. A birthday cake surprise was arranged for one couple, creating a funny moment for a shy birthday guest. The supplied information does not promise a birthday package, so ask the venue in advance if you want a special celebration included.

A lively production with a few rough edges

The strongest praise focuses on the performers. The acrobats, dancers, singers, and stage team are repeatedly described as talented and highly entertaining. The venue is also described as clean and nicely decorated, while the staff are praised for being friendly, polite, warm, and attentive.

That combination matters. A dinner show can fail if the food service distracts from the performance or if the stage feels like an afterthought. Here, the evening is built around the full package: arrival, meal, show, audience games, and staff contact.

You should keep your expectations realistic about the script and music. One person felt that the song used while introducing characters was too silly and suggested replacing it with something more serious. Another suggestion was to offer more food choices. These are small points, but they reveal the production’s style: it favors fun and broad appeal over strict mythological drama.

The result may feel more like a high-energy theatrical event than a traditional Greek cultural evening. That is not a weakness if you want acrobatics and audience play. It is worth knowing before you book if your idea of Troy is a solemn retelling of ancient poetry.

Getting there from Hersonissos and nearby resorts

The theatre offers optional hotel pickup, which can make this a much easier night out. Transfer service is available from Malia, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Analipsi, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Sissi, Karteros, Heraklion, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Milatos, and Fodele.

Your exact meeting point depends on the ticket option. If you choose pickup, the specific collection details are sent separately one day before the show. I would keep that message handy and allow extra time around the stated pickup window, since evening transfers between resorts can affect your return time.

If you are staying outside the listed areas, do not assume a transfer is included. Check the pickup option before paying. The show is wheelchair accessible, and an express security check is available, which helps reduce waiting at entry.

The total evening can last from two and a half to three and a half hours, not counting hotel transport. That makes it best suited to a night when you do not have an early excursion or ferry connection the next morning.

Who will enjoy Troy most

I would recommend this experience to:

• Families with children who like costumes, contests, music, and physical performance
• Couples wanting a playful evening rather than a quiet meal
• Groups of friends who enjoy audience participation
• Visitors staying in eastern Crete who want hotel pickup
• Anyone interested in Greek mythology but not keen on a formal historical talk

I would be more cautious if you dislike being asked to join in, want an authentic ancient Greek meal with many choices, or prefer a serious drama based closely on Homer. The show uses Troy as a springboard for entertainment, not as a strict reconstruction of the Bronze Age world.

Adults and older teenagers should also compare the Troy show with Alar Spectacular Show. The separate production takes place every Wednesday and Saturday and is specifically suggested for adults and youngsters over 12. The available information does not give enough detail to compare its full content, so ask what is included on your chosen night.

Is the $41 price good value?

At $41, the dinner ticket can be good value because it joins a full performance, a meal, bottled water, phone-based interaction, and family entertainment in one evening. You are paying for more than a meal and more than a standard stage show.

The value is strongest if you use the dinner option and would otherwise pay separately for an evening meal and entertainment. It is less clear if you choose drink and show, since dinner is excluded and extra drinks cost more. That option remains useful if you have already eaten or want a lower-cost booking.

Hotel transfer may add convenience, though the supplied price does not clarify if it changes the fare. Check the exact option before booking. I would also compare the start time with your hotel’s dinner schedule, since a long evening can make a separate meal difficult.

The high overall rating and repeated praise for the performers support the idea that the production is the main value here. I would not book it only for the food. I would book it for the combination of strong acrobatics, live vocals, dancing, stage effects, and a meal that makes the night easier for families.

Practical booking advice

Book the vegan meal in advance, and provide any other dietary requirements before the show. If you need hotel pickup, select it during booking and watch for the separate transfer email sent one day before the performance.

Bring a charged phone. The QR code is part of the show, and a low battery could limit your ability to join the audience choices and prize games.

Choose dinner if you want the full evening. Choose drink and show if food is not important or you have already made dinner plans. Families should check the children’s menu option, while adult groups should look at Alar Spectacular Show on Wednesdays or Saturdays.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. That gives you some flexibility while you sort out your Crete plans.

Should you book the Troy Dinner Show?

Book it if you want a polished, upbeat night where acrobatics, dance, and audience games matter as much as the mythological story. The family appeal is clear, and the meal option makes the evening simple. Hotel pickup is another strong point if you are staying in one of the listed resorts.

Skip it if you want a quiet dinner, a scholarly account of the Trojan War, or a tightly serious drama. For adults and older teenagers, compare the separate Spectacular Show before choosing.

For most families based around Hersonissos, Malia, Heraklion, or Agios Nikolaos, I think the dinner ticket is the safest choice. You get a complete evening, children have a role, and the performers provide the kind of big physical spectacle that is easy to enjoy on holiday.

FAQ

Where does the Troy Dinner Show take place?

The experience is held at Alar Dinner Show in Crete, near the Hersonissos area. The exact meeting point can vary depending on the option you book.

How long does the Troy Dinner Show last?

The advertised duration is between two and a half and three and a half hours. Check the available start times for your selected date.

Is dinner included?

Dinner is included with the dinner-show options. It is not included with the drink-and-show option, which includes one drink per person instead.

What food choices are available?

The dinner options include meat, vegan, and children’s menus. The vegan menu must be requested in advance.

Are drinks included with dinner?

Bottled water is included. Other drinks are extra. The drink-and-show ticket includes one drink per person, but no dinner.

Can children attend?

Yes. The show is family-friendly and includes a children’s menu option. Children can also take part in the interactive parts of the performance.

Is hotel pickup available?

Optional hotel pickup is available from listed areas including Hersonissos, Malia, Heraklion, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, and several nearby resorts. Specific pickup information is sent one day before the show.

Is the theatre wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel my booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.