You’ll find yourself drawn into Branson’s Escape Reality Magic Dinner Show—sharing laughs with your family over jaw-dropping illusions and comedy, then enjoying a three-course meal right at your seat. Audience participation keeps things lively, and there’s always a sense of wonder hanging in the air long after you leave.
“Pick a card,” Garry grinned at the woman next to us, and I swear even the kids behind me held their breath. The Hughes Brothers Theatre felt smaller somehow once the lights dimmed—like we’d all been squeezed into a magician’s hat together. Janine winked at our table as she made a silk scarf vanish (I still have no idea how). There was this faint smell of roasted chicken drifting in from backstage, which honestly just made me hungrier for the dinner part. I think that was part of the magic too—anticipation.
I didn’t expect to laugh so much. Garry’s jokes landed with everyone, even my dad who usually groans at “dad jokes.” At one point he pulled someone up from the front row—an older guy in a Cardinals cap—and turned him into an assistant for some wild illusion involving floating rings. The audience got louder every time something impossible happened. A little girl shouted “how did you do that?” and Janine just smiled like she had all the secrets of Branson tucked in her sleeve.
Dinner came right after, served at our table (no awkward lines). Garden salad, rolls still warm, then chicken breast and pork loin with potatoes—I’m not sure if it was the show or just being together, but everything tasted better than expected. My brother tried to steal extra mousse when he thought no one was looking; Garry caught him and made a joke about “disappearing desserts.” It was silly and sweet, honestly—family stuff. I keep thinking about that moment when the whole theatre went quiet before the last big illusion. You could almost hear people holding their breath.
The show takes place at Hughes Brothers Theatre, 3425 West 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO.
Yes, a full 3-course dinner is included with your booking for the show.
The meal includes garden salad with fresh rolls, herb roasted chicken breast, roasted pork loin, potatoes, green beans, and chocolate mousse with whipped cream and raspberries.
Yes, it’s family-friendly and suitable for all ages—even infants can attend.
Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible and strollers are allowed inside.
The exact duration isn’t specified but includes both the show and dinner experience at one location.
No hotel pickup is included; you’ll need to arrange your own transportation to the theatre.
Yes, there are moments where audience members are invited on stage or involved in tricks throughout the evening.
Your evening includes entry to Escape Reality Magic Dinner Show at Hughes Brothers Theatre in Branson plus a three-course meal featuring salad with fresh rolls, herb roasted chicken breast and pork loin with sides of potatoes and green beans—and chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream and raspberries—all served right at your table after the magic performance finishes up.
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