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BEEF & BOARDS DINNER THEATRE

9301 N. Michigan Road
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268

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About the Theatre

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre has been serving up food, fun and fabulous live entertainment for everyone since 1973. Located in College Park, the theatre was part of a chain of dinner theatres built by Louisville contractor J. Scott Talbott. It was called "Beef" because of the delicious hand carved roast beef served before the performances, and "Boards" referring to the boards or stage of a theatre. Today, the Indianapolis location is privately owned and the sole remaining Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, entertaining more than 155,000 theatergoers annually.
The King and I
The King and I
4/4 - 5/19/2024


It is 1862 in Siam when an English widow, Anna Leonowens, and her young son arrive at the Royal Palace in Bangkok, having been summoned ...

The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
5/23 - 7/7/2024


Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film.  ...

Legally Blonde, The Musical
Legally Blonde, The Musical
7/11 - 8/25/2024


In this fabulously fun, award-winning musical, Elle appears to have it all, but her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her ...

Fiddler On The Roof
Fiddler On The Roof
8/29 - 10/6/2024


Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful ...

Million Dollar Quartet
Million Dollar Quartet
8/29 - 10/6/2024


On December 4, 1956, an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in ...

A Christmas Story: The Musical
A Christmas Story: The Musical
11/29 - 12/31/2024


Based on the famous film, A Christmas Story follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker from the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana, and his quest for the Holy ...


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Review: THE KING AND I at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre


by Melissa Hall - April 11, 2024

Thirty years ago I saw my very first professional musical. I was just a kid, and I was in awe of the performance at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. That very same show, The King and I, is on stage now and the magic is still there. It may be tinged with nostalgia for me, but the talent on stage is unde...

Spotlight: THE KING AND I at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre


by BWW Special Offer - March 19, 2024

Something Wonderful - 'The King and I' at Beef & Boards!...

Brian Jose To Direct THE KING AND I At Beef & Boards


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 14, 2024

This spring, Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is inviting audiences to experience The King and I on its stage for the first time in over 20 years. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...

Spotlight: BEAUTIFUL at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre


by BWW Special Offer - February 29, 2024

'Beautiful' is 'nothing short of spectacular' at Beef & Boards...

Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards


by BWW Awards - January 11, 2024

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Indianapolis! Winners include Actor's Theatre of Indiana, Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Summer Stock Stage Eclipse and more....

Photos: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Opens Beef & Boards' 2024 Season


by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2024

The year isn’t the only thing that’s changing! Menopause The Musical, the hilarious and  fun celebration of women and “the change,” has returned to Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre.  See photos from the production....

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Indianapolis Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


by BWW Awards - December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Indianapolis Awards; TICK, TICK... BOOM!, TJ LOVES SALLY 4 EVER, Phoenix Theatre & More Lead!


by BWW Awards - December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards; TICK, TICK... BOOM!, TJ LOVES SALLY 4 EVER, Phoenix Theatre & More Lead!


by BWW Awards - December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards December 5th Standings; TICK, TICK... BOOM! Leads Best Musical!


by BWW Awards - December 05, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Past Shows

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre celebrates the life and musical legacy of the girl who became King with Beautiful: The Carole King Musical . Carole ...

Menopause, The Musical
Menopause, The Musical
1/5 - 2/4/2024


The year isn’t the only thing that’s changing! Menopause: The Musical , the hilarious and fun celebration of women and “the change,” has returned to ...

White Christmas
White Christmas
11/24 - 12/31/2023


In the stage version of the famous film, Broadway partners vacation at the Vermont ski resort of their former Army general. Snow isn’t falling and ...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat


Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat  follows the Biblical story of Jacob’s favorite son. After being sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, Joseph discovers ...

Grumpy Old Men
Grumpy Old Men
8/24 - 10/1/2023


The comedic duo of Eddie Curry and Jeff Stockberger bring the iconic characters of Max and John to the stage in the movie-turned-musical, Grumpy Old ...

Sophisticated Ladies
Sophisticated Ladies
7/13 - 8/20/2023


The musical legacy of Duke Ellington is celebrated in Sophisticated Ladies , a retrospective that takes audiences from The Duke’s early days at The Cotton ...

Disney's Beauty and the Beast


This enchanting story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a prince trapped under a magic ...

An American in Paris
An American in Paris
3/30 - 5/14/2023


This musical by George and Ira Gershwin tells the story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and a romantic French city – ...

Footloose
Footloose
2/9 - 3/26/2023


The explosive movie musical bursts onto the stage featuring the powerhouse hits of the Oscar-nominated score, including “Footloose,” “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Somebody’s Eyes,” ...

Clue
Clue
12/28 - 2/5/2023


Based on the beloved Hasbro board game of the same name,  Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery in which six mysterious guests arrive at a ...

It's A Wonderful Life
It's A Wonderful Life
11/25 - 12/23/2022


"It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the cherished 1946 Frank Capra film. George Bailey has been looking out for everyone but himself, and a ...

The Addams Family
The Addams Family
10/6 - 11/20/2022


This macabre musical comedy is based on the cartoon characters created by Charles Addams, who also inspired the television show that first aired in 1964. ...

The Addams Family
The Addams Family
10/6 - 11/20/2022


This macabre musical comedy is based on the cartoon characters created by Charles Addams, who also inspired the television show that first aired in 1964. ...

Escape to Margaritaville
Escape to Margaritaville
8/18 - 10/2/2022


A hilarious and heartwarming new musical comedy with the most unforgettable songs from one of music's greatest storytellers. Features favorite Jimmy Buffett classics, including "Volcano," ...

Honky Tonk Angels
Honky Tonk Angels
7/14 - 8/14/2022


When three gutsy gals from different backgrounds take charge of their lives, they decide to follow their honky tonk dreams to the city of Nashville. ...

Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins
5/19 - 7/10/2022


Bring the family and get swept up with Disneys high-flying "Mary Poppins," now on stage at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre through July 10. Based ...

Hello, Dolly!
Hello, Dolly!
3/31 - 5/15/2022


Shes sassy, smart, and spunky, and shes back at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. Suzanne Stark stars as the iconic Dolly Levi in the matchmaking ...

Kinky Boots
Kinky Boots
2/10 - 3/27/2022


Charlie is a factory owner struggling to save his family business. Lola is a fabulous entertainer with a wildly exciting idea.With a little compassion and ...

Newsies
8/19 - 10/5/2021


Read all about it! Paper Mill Playhouse is proud to present the premiere of a brand new musical, NEWSIES, adapted for the stage from the ...

Smoke on the Mountain
Smoke on the Mountain
5/4 - 6/20/2021


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre has reopened with one of its most popular offerings: "Smoke on the Mountain." The Bluegrass Gospel musical is one of ...

DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR.
7/17 - 8/8/2020


Greasepaint Theatre for Youth presents Disney's Aladdin Jr. For tickets and information, visit the website....


A sleeping princess, a spellbound Prince and more fairies than you can shake a stick at are all part of this quirky adaptation of the ...

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
10/10 - 11/17/2019


A down-and out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Soon ...


AKTP continues with Disney's beloved movie musical. Join the madcap adventures of Alice as she chases the White Rabbit and escapes from the evil Red ...

HAIRSPRAY
8/22 - 10/6/2019


This fun-loving new musical delights audiences by sweeping them away to 1960's Baltimore, where the 50's are out-- and change is in the air. Lovable ...

DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID
5/23 - 6/30/2019


In a magical kingdom fathoms below, a beautiful young mermaid longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Adapted from Disney’s ...


The National Theatre's adaptation of Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat is a lively, engaging play with sound effects* for performance by adults for ...

ELF-THE MUSICAL
11/23 - 12/31/2018


Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity....


This witty, tongue-in-cheek retelling of a perennial favorite gives us a possessive mother who happens to be a witch, a tentative young man who happens ...


When eldest brother Adam gets himself a bride, his backwoods brothers set out to capture their own. It takes a long, hard winter for these ...

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
7/19 - 8/26/2018


Million Dollar Quartet is a musical inspired by the December 4, 1956 recording session that brought together Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and ...

ANNIE
5/31 - 7/15/2018


Leaping Lizards! Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, ...

SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
4/12 - 5/26/2018


The "Greatest Movie Musical of All Time" is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay ...

MAMMA MIA!
2/1 - 4/8/2018


MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel–good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it's your turn to have ...


This beloved fairy tale is retold in the style of English pantomime. A young woman triumphs over her nasty, abusive Stepmother and Stepsisters and marries ...

GHOST
10/5 - 11/19/2017


Directed by Matthew W. Smith A brilliant new translation by Christopher Hampton breathes new life into this classic drama. The ‘‘ghosts’’ in this play are ...


Small Cast Edition is the small-cast version of the Broadway/West End musical. Adapted from the hit film by its Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Bruce Joel Rubin, ...


Old Italy comes to life in this acclaimed musical adaptation of the classic tale of the wooden puppet who yearns to become a real boy. ...

WEST SIDE STORY
8/17 - 10/1/2017


More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it's back, and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final ...

RING OF FIRE
7/6 - 8/13/2017


RING OF FIRE: The Music of Johnny Cash has had a remarkable journey from Broadway to theatres across the world. The show recently received a ...

SHREK THE MUSICAL
5/18 - 7/2/2017


SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage. ...

INTO THE WOODS
10/6 - 11/20/2016


What happens after Happily Ever After, after all? In Sondheim and Lapine’s beloved musical retelling of the Grimm classics, a parade of familiar folktale figures ...

Disney's Beauty and the Beast


– Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents "Beauty and the Beast," the magical fairy tale that has delighted generations and been adapted by Disney into ...

Guys and Dolls
Guys and Dolls
3/31 - 5/15/2016


Love may be a roll of the dice, but audiences can bet it will win when the fun and romantic musical comedy "Guys and Dolls" ...

JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL
2/19 - 3/19/2016


From Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich, the creators who brought you Dear Edwina - Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where ...

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
4/9 - 5/10/2015


The Drowsy Chaperone is a hilarious and meta-theatrical musical that injects a dose of nostalgia and playful satire into the world of classic Broadway musicals. ...

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
10/9 - 11/23/2014


In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in ...


A sleeping princess, a spellbound Prince and more fairies than you can shake a stick at are all part of this quirky adaptation of the ...

MARY POPPINS
5/15 - 6/29/2014


Mary Poppins is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production ...


This beloved fairy tale is retold in the style of English pantomime. A young woman triumphs over her nasty, abusive Stepmother and Stepsisters and marries ...

Burlesque
Burlesque
12/28 - 1/8/2012


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre announces a fun and flirty new show will come to its stage for just 10 performances before the 2012 Season ...

Burlesque
Burlesque
12/28 - 1/8/2012


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre announces a fun and flirty new show will come to its stage for just 10 performances before the 2012 Season ...

A Beef & Boards Christmas
A Beef & Boards Christmas
11/25 - 12/23/2011


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents a Christmas special. For tickets and more information, visit the website....

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
12/3 - 12/20/2011


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents A Christmas Carol. For tickets and more information, visit the website....

It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life
10/13 - 11/20/2011


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents It's a Wonderful Life, a stage adaptation of the classic Frank Capra film. For tickets and more information, visit ...

Singin' in the Rain
Singin' in the Rain
9/1 - 10/9/2011


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents Singin' in the Rain. For tickets and more information, visit the website....

Church Basement Ladies 2
Church Basement Ladies 2
7/7 - 8/28/2011


Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre present Church Basement Ladies 2: A Second Helping. For tickets and more information, visit the website....


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