a day at starlight theatre

I and my husband recently had the opportunity to go to the newly renovated theater known as the Starlight Theater in Orlando . What a day it was!

Upon entering the theater you cannot help but notice the cascading waterfall wall in the lobby. The stage area is about 60 percent larger than the previous area and makes for a much more enjoyable play. There are no more buffets. Instead you have a wonderful salad and a choice of 3 entrees, that are served hot and in a timely manner. They have removed some of the tables to make it more spacious in the theater. Dinner includes dessert but is served during intermission. This was much better because you had more room for the delightful sweets by then.

While watching the show I found myself much amazed at how wonderful it was to hear live music instead of taped. There were 3 instruments -a piano, drums and synthesizer. The gentlemen playing them really helped to make the show more appealing.

We arrived at 11:30 and upon entering the lobby a Baby Grand was being played until the show started. We were immediately shown to our table and no more than 3 minutes passed before we met our server who brought us our drinks and salad along with warm rolls and a whipped butter that was so tasty it could be used without the bread.
The show started promptly at 1pm and lasted about 1 hour. Then it was intermission and those wonderful desserts. About 20 minutes later the 2nd half of the show began and lasted about another 30 minutes.

The actors and actresses were as good as any I have seen, even in New York City. When the show is finished they all come out to the lobby to talk to theater goers and wish you a safe trip home.

On Fri and Sat evenings, after the performances, there is music and singing in the front lounge. What a way to enjoy Broadway play music and have a theater atmosphere in a lounge at the same time.

The Starlight Theater will be operating year round and will feature full-scale productions showcasing local and national artists. The lusciously remodeled facility will also provide guests with a pleasurable dining experience featuring a menu of contemporary American cuisine choices served by gracious staff.

Until you can join us for one of these productions, break a leg.

Written by Ramblin' Rose Mascarenhas of Gadabout Travel

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