Thoroughly Modern Millie
April 1 - May 11, 2008

It's the Roaring 20's and Millie arrives in New York City full of charisma and dreams of what the city life has to offer. This vivacious and award-winning musical is full of snappy dance numbers, dashing leading men, frisky flappers, and a villainess that audiences will love to hate.

The winner of six 2002 Tony Awards, including Best New Musical, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is the story of a young girl from Kansas who comes to New York City in search of a new life for herself. You will be taken back to Manhattan at the height of the Jazz Age, when women were just beginning to enter the workforce and rewriting the rules of love. This musical comedy was adapted from the 1967 film version starring Mary Tyler Moore, Julie Andrews, and Carol Channing. Songs featured are "Not For The Life Of Me", "How The Other Half Lives", "What Do I Need With Love", "Forget About The Boy", and more.

Thoroughly Modern Millie Cast List
Thoroughly Modern Millie Menu

Father of the Bride
May 13 – June 21, 2008

As the wedding day of his daughter nears, the guest list grows and so does Mr. Bank’s debt! Laugh and cry through the emotions and money in this touching comedy.

This play was written by Caroline Francke and was based on the novel by Edward Streeter. In 1950 the film “Father of the Bride” was made starring Spencer Tracy and Elizabeth Taylor and was nominated for several Academy Awards. “Father of the Bride” was also made into a television series which aired in 1961. A remake of the same name starring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton was released in 1991.

Father of the Bride Cast List

The Little Mermaid
May 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14, 2008

Based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Anderson, a magical story about a beautiful mermaid who longs to see what the world is like above the sea.

The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
June 9, 2008

The legend lives on as this 19-member band continues to play the original Miller arrangements. Enjoy a special dessert matinee or evening concert with dinner.

Disney's Beauty and the Beast
June 25 – August 2, 2008

Disney’s “tale as old as time” comes to the Derby Dinner stage! An award winning Broadway musical perfect for the entire family.

Songs featured in this production are “Be Our Guest”, “Gaston”, “Belle”, “Home”, “Beauty and the Beast”, and more!

Suitable for all ages.

The Stamps Quartet
July 14, 2008

These world famous gospel music legends will be live in concert for one night only!

Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming
August 5 - September 28, 2008

The Sanders Family Singers are back in town and more than ready to visit the Reverend Oglethorpe. A regional premiere that includes hilarious stories and plenty of hymns that will keep you singing!

Enjoy twenty-five Bluegrass Gospel favorites such as “I’ll Never Die”, “I Love To Tell The Story”, “Unclouded Day”, “Do Lord”, “Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”, and more!

"Elvis Through the Years" starring Robert Shaw
August 18, 2008

Join Robert Shaw and the Lonely Street Band on their critically acclaimed musical journey that highlights three distinct eras of the King’s career – Young Elvis from the 50’s, The Movie Years throughout the 60’s, and The Vegas Years with studded jumpsuits and all!

Joni Morris & the After Midnight Band Present "Legendary Ladies in Country Music"
September 15, 2008

Featuring hit songs by Tammy Wynette, Kitty Wells, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, and more!

Matinee and Evening Concert Available

Secondary Cause of Death
September 30 – November 9, 2008

Soon after inheriting a hotel, Colonel Craddock’s quirky guests start showing up dead. Call in Inspector Pratt and you have a mystery/comedy where “the Pink Panther” meets “Agatha Christie”. A sequel to the comedy thriller “Murdered To Death” by Peter Gordon.

Alexander & the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 2008

Alexander struggles with life’s daily dramas and learns that everybody has a bad day sometimes. A delightful musical based on the popular children’s book.

Mosaic
October 27, 2008

Featuring former Derby Dinner performer and Footnote Corwyn Hodge. MOSAIC is a six-man vocal band that uses no instruments! Every sound heard is produced by the human voice - from the funky bass lines, to the drum and bass grooves, to the distortion of the guitar. MOSAIC has something for everyone - elements of funk, jazz, hip-hop and even opera!

Irving Berlin's White Christmas
November 11 - December 31, 2008

It’s back by popular demand! Based on the popular movie, this timeless classic is full of dancing, laughter and features some of the best songs ever written. Experience what sold out crowds last year said was the highlight of their Christmas Season!

This holiday film classic is the inspiration for this stage musical, featuring two singing sisters who find themselves in a snowless ski lodge in the company of a pair of performing army buddies. Add a four-star general down on his luck, a nosy housekeeper, and score that’s more romantic than mistletoe, and the result is magic. Songs featured are: “Sisters”, “Count Your Blessings”, “White Christmas”, “Blue Skies”, “I Love A Piano” and more.

Frosty's Magic Hat
November 15, 22, 29, December 6, 13, 20, 2008

Join Frosty and his newfound friends as they travel to the North Pole. Santa will be at every performance!

Squabbles
January 6 – February 15, 2009

Hang on to your seats as this comedy pits a father-in-law living with the kids against a mother-in-law who loses her home and needs a place to stay. Let the confrontation begin! A comedy by Marshall Karp.

Lucky Stiff
February 17 - March 29, 2009

The great news is that Harry has inherited 6 million dollars from an uncle and all he has to do is travel to Monte Carlo to claim the money. The bad news is he has to bring his uncle along – who is already dead! Don’t miss this zany and off-beat musical comedy by Lynn Ahrens.

All Shook Up
March 31 - May 17, 2009

This hip-swiveling, lip-curling, hot new Broadway musical will have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes and will kick start your memories with over 24 Elvis Presley tunes. The best rock n’ roll show since “Grease”!

Songs featured in this smash hit musical are “Jailhouse Rock”, “Love Me Tender”, “Blue Suede Shoes”, “Heartbreak Hotel”, “If I Can Dream”, “Fools Fall In Love”, and many, many more!