Troy Dinner-Show

Greek mythology gets a dinner-table makeover. I like the interactive voting that lets you help shape the Greek and Trojan contest, and I like the talented mix of singing, dancing, acrobatics, and aerial acts. The theatre, with its large screen and stage reaching toward the audience, adds real drama.

The main caution is fit: this is a family-focused show, not a quiet night of classical theatre. Food and service can be uneven, especially with special diets, and the $42.33 price is good value for some people but less appealing if you mainly want a serious history lesson or a refined meal.

Key points to know before booking

• Greek mythology becomes a live contest: You help decide parts of the action through your phone, with the Greeks and Trojans competing for victory.
• The evening runs about three hours: Doors open at 7 p.m., dinner begins around 7:30 p.m., and the main show starts around 8:30 p.m.
• The entertainment is varied: Expect songs, dance, acrobatics, aerial work, audience interaction, and a large stage presentation.
• It suits families best: Children tend to be captivated by Athena, the acrobats, and the playful story, while some couples may find the tone too child-friendly.
• Transfers cover much of eastern Crete: Pickup can be arranged from places including Heraklion, Hersonissos, Malia, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and nearby resorts.
• Food is included, but service is not always perfect: Many diners enjoy the meal, including the vegetarian choices, but delays and cold dishes have also occurred.

A Greek myth with a seat at the table

The Troy Dinner-Show takes the familiar conflict between Greeks and Trojans and turns it into a theatrical party. Instead of sitting passively through a performance, you get chances to vote, play, and influence what happens next.

The show uses a custom phone interaction accessed through a QR code. That detail matters. If you skip the scan, you may miss one of the main ideas of the evening. This is not simply a stage show with dinner served in the dark. Your choices can help determine the result of contests and parts of the story.

The plot is inspired by the battle between the Greeks and Trojans, but you should not expect a carefully presented account of ancient Greek history. The production is closer to a variety show built around mythology. The story supplies the theme, while the performers provide the spectacle.

I like that mix for a family night. You get enough mythology to give the acts a common thread, but the evening does not depend on knowing every name from Homer. If your children enjoy costumes, heroes, songs, physical stunts, and chances to participate, the format gives them plenty to watch.

If you want a serious theatrical retelling of the Trojan War, you may find the storyline loose. One dissatisfied diner found the action confusing and felt that the acrobatics were not closely tied to the rest of the performance. That criticism is fair. Think of Troy as dinner entertainment with a mythological frame, not a museum lecture with a meal.

What happens from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The published schedule gives the evening a useful rhythm:

• Doors open at 7 p.m.
• Dinner starts at 7:30 p.m.
• The character presentation and pre-show fill part of the early evening.
• The main performance begins at 8:30 p.m.
• The total visit lasts about three hours.

The early arrival window is worth noting if you have children. You may be standing outside until the doors open, and the entrance area has been described as lacking shade and seating. Arrive close to opening time rather than much earlier, especially during a hot evening.

Once inside, the setting does much of the work. The theatre seats about 300 people and includes a large screen, a substantial stage, and a performance area that reaches toward the audience. That layout helps the acrobatic and aerial acts feel close rather than distant.

Dinner comes before the main show, with characters and pre-show entertainment helping set the tone. This is a useful arrangement for families because you can settle in, eat, and understand the basic premise before the larger production begins.

The timing also means you should not judge the evening during dinner alone. The main performance does not begin until around 8:30 p.m. A couple who expected an immediate stage show apparently thought the event had started late, but the scheduled format has dinner and a character presentation before the principal performance.

Acrobats, aerial acts, and the performers

The strongest part of Troy is the cast. The acrobats receive repeated praise, and Athena is a particular favorite with children. The production also includes singing, dancing, and aerial performance, giving the evening more range than a standard meal with background music.

The performers are described as highly talented and engaging with the audience. You may see several acts in one night, rather than a single uninterrupted play. That variety keeps the pace moving and works well for younger attention spans.

I would especially recommend this to families who want something different from another restaurant evening. The children can follow the broad conflict between the two sides, enjoy the physical performances, and take part in the phone-based decisions. The final message also leaves the show with a positive note.

The format may be less satisfying for couples seeking an intimate or adult night out. Troy is clearly designed with families in mind. The provider also offers another production described as more adult-focused, but that is a separate show. If your holiday plans center on nightlife for grown-ups, confirm which production you are booking.

The show is also not a traditional historical presentation. You will get a playful version of Greek mythology, not a coherent timeline of the Trojan War. That is not a flaw if you expect variety entertainment. It can be disappointing if you want costumes and scenes to follow a detailed historical account.

Dinner: good potential, uneven execution

The included dinner adds value, but it also creates the largest risk in the experience. Several diners describe the food as good or even excellent, and vegetarian and vegan dishes have received positive comments. Others have found the vegetarian food bland or repetitive.

That split is important. The meal can make the $42.33 cost feel reasonable, particularly when combined with a full theatrical production and interactive elements. But you should not book this primarily as a destination restaurant.

Service problems have included late plates, cold children’s meals, and courses arriving at different times. In one serious complaint, a vegan moussaka arrived cold and one diner received a main course about 20 minutes after the rest of the family had finished. The provider acknowledged communication problems and the delayed course.

Food allergies need extra care. You can advise the company in advance, and the kitchen may prepare a safe meal, but the serving staff may not always know the details. If you have a significant allergy, repeat the information when you arrive and ask clearly about each dish before eating it.

This is also a useful place to set expectations about drinks. They are not necessarily included in the standard dinner package, although a separate drink-and-show option is available. Drinks have been described as reasonably priced, and one package included popcorn to share.

The meal works best as part of the event, not as its sole reason for going. If your family values the show and treats dinner as a convenient extra, the uneven service may matter less. If you expect a smooth, carefully timed restaurant meal, you may leave frustrated.

Is the $42.33 price good value?

At $42.33 per person, Troy sits in a reasonable middle ground for a three-hour evening that includes dinner and a large-scale performance. I see the value in the combination. You are paying for entertainment, staff, theatre space, food, and interactive technology in one outing.

The price becomes stronger when you would otherwise pay separately for a family meal and evening activity. A transfer package can add further convenience, but it also raises the total cost. One family felt the experience was expensive despite enjoying the performers, while the provider pointed out that their fare included transport for four people from Heraklion.

That is the right way to assess it: check what is included in your selected option. A ticket without transport may look very different in value from a ticket that includes a long hotel transfer. Drinks may also be extra, depending on the package.

The theatre can feel quiet if the booking level is low. One family was upgraded to better seats because the room was not full. That may help your view, but a sparse audience can reduce the energy between acts.

For me, the best value goes to families staying near the pickup area who want one easy evening activity. The value is weaker for adults who are not interested in audience participation, or for anyone booking mainly for the food.

Transfers from Heraklion and the resort areas

Pickup is optional. If you select a transfer package, you must provide your accommodation or pickup location. The exact pickup time and place are sent the day before, so keep an eye on your messages and do not assume the departure time.

The service covers a broad group of locations:

• Malia
• Hersonissos
• Anissaras
• Analipsi
• Gouves
• Kokkini Hani
• Sissi
• Karteros
• Heraklion
• Ammoudara
• Agia Pelagia
• Elounda
• Agios Nikolaos
• Milatos
• Fodele

If you do not select transport, go directly to the Alar Dinner-Show theatre. The available information does not provide a fixed public transit route or a precise theatre address, so you should confirm the location on your booking details before setting out.

The return transfer may involve a short wait after the curtain call. In one case, the provider said the private ride departed about 10 minutes after the show and reached the hotel door 19 minutes after the end. That is not the same as an immediate exit, but a direct hotel transfer can still be faster than a shared ride with many stops.

If you have tired children, plan for this small delay. It is worth asking staff where to wait and confirming that the driver knows your hotel before the final applause.

Who will enjoy Troy most?

I would put this near the top of the list for families visiting Crete, especially those with children who like live action, comedy, music, and physical performance. The story is broad enough for different ages, and the interactive voting gives children a reason to pay attention.

It also suits people who want an evening that does not require prior knowledge of Greek mythology. You can enjoy the costumes and acts without knowing every god or hero.

Couples can enjoy it too, but only if they are comfortable with a family tone. One couple left early after finding the production too child-focused. That is a useful warning, not a reason to dismiss the show. Choose Troy because you want playful family entertainment, not because you expect an adult cabaret.

The event may also work for mixed-age groups. Grandparents, parents, and children can share the same activity, with the adults enjoying the performers while younger family members take the voting and story more seriously.

I would be cautious if you have strict dietary needs, demand restaurant-level timing, or dislike audience participation. The staff have handled dietary requests well in some cases, but communication failures have also caused stress.

Practical tips for a smoother evening

Scan the QR code as soon as you have the chance. The phone app is central to the voting and game elements, and missing it can make the show feel less interactive than intended.

Arrive near the 7 p.m. opening time, but not far ahead of it. The outside entrance may have little shade or seating before the doors open.

If you are using a transfer, keep the pickup message handy. Exact details arrive the day before, and the service depends on the pickup option you selected.

Tell the company about allergies in advance, then repeat the information to the serving team. Do not rely only on a note attached to the reservation.

Expect dinner and pre-show activity before the principal performance. The show is scheduled to begin around 8:30 p.m., not at the moment the doors open.

Finally, check the package price carefully. Transport, dinner, and drinks may not all be bundled into the same option.

Should you book the Troy Dinner-Show?

Book it if you want a lively family evening with acrobatics, songs, dancing, mythology, and audience choices. The performers are the main attraction, and the theatre setting gives the event more scale than a simple hotel dinner show.

Think twice if you want a serious account of Troy, a quiet date night, or a perfectly timed meal. The dinner can be good, but service has been inconsistent, and the family tone is not subtle.

For families based in Heraklion or the nearby resorts, the transfer option can make this an easy night out. At $42.33 before any added transport or drink costs, it offers fair value when you treat the meal as part of a three-hour entertainment package. Just book with the right expectations: this is playful Greek mythology, not an ancient history seminar, and the acrobats may be what you remember most.

FAQ

Where does the Troy Dinner-Show take place?

It takes place at the Alar Dinner-Show theatre in the Heraklion area of Crete.

How long does the Troy Dinner-Show last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

What time do the doors open?

The schedule states that doors open at 7 p.m. Dinner begins at about 7:30 p.m., and the main show starts around 8:30 p.m.

Is dinner included?

Dinner is included with the Troy Dinner-Show experience. Drinks depend on the option you select.

Is the show suitable for children?

Yes. Troy is presented as a family-friendly production, with Greek mythology, acrobatics, singing, dancing, and interactive audience participation.

Can I arrange a hotel transfer?

Yes. Pickup is available if you select the transfer-included option and provide your pickup location. Service is offered from several locations around Heraklion and eastern Crete.

Can I attend without a transfer?

Yes. If you choose an option without transport, you should go directly to the Alar Dinner-Show theatre.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not refundable or accepted.