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Welcome to Destination Dinner Stage—Winnipeg’s newest entertainment experience where culinary excellence meets live performance.

Dinner Theatre Reimagined

Since opening in 2024, Destination Dinner Stage has transformed Winnipeg’s dinner theatre scene with a fresh, fun, and food-forward approach. It’s not just dinner and a show—it’s an immersive experience where culinary creativity meets musical comedy.

What Makes It Unique

Musical Spoofs with a Manitoba Twist

From cult classics to pop-culture icons, every production is packed with nostalgia, humour, and local flavour—written by Artistic Director Randy Apostle and performed by Manitoba talent.

Themed Menus Crafted for Each Show

Chef Kitt Perfumo designs a three-course menu inspired by the script, turning every meal into part of the story. Think cozy comfort for holiday spoofs or bold flavours for cult classics.

Why Guests Love It

  • Laugh-out-loud parodies like Golden Gals Vacation and Die Harder: A Manitoba Christmas Story.
  • A vibrant, welcoming atmosphere perfect for date nights, celebrations, or group outings.
  • Local talent and authentic Winnipeg humour that make every performance feel personal.

Seating Plan

Cast & Crew

Nathaniel Muir

Fonzie

Nathaniel Muir is very excited to be returning to Destination Dinner Stage for his second show! A multi-disciplinary artist born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Nathaniel’s professional theatre career began in 2022, playing the Cowardly Lion in Rainbow Stage’s production of the Wizard of Oz. Most recently, Nathaniel returned to Rainbow as Drew in Rock of Ages and Kristoff in Disney’s Frozen for their 2025 season, as well as Grover/Mr. D. in MTYP’s The Lightning Thief. In addition to theatre, Nathaniel is the lead singer of the rock ‘n roll band the Love Letters. He’d like to thank his family and friends for their inspiration and support!

Jeff Rivet

Ritchie

Jeff, originally from Alberta, has been a proud Manitoban for 8 years now. His love for Winnipeg began when he performed in his first show with Celebrations Dinner Theatre in 2009. You may have seen him in such productions there as The Big Boom Theory, Jailhouse Rock, That’s Dirty Dancing, Bewitching Elvis, and quite a few more. He has also been performing with Rainbow Stage for the past few years in such productions as Rock of Ages, Frozen, Mary Poppins, the Little Mermaid, the Wizard of Oz, and Cinderella. He also performed in Waitress with RMTC and the Prom with Dry Cold Productions. Thank you toe tapping with us while we bring dinner theatre back to Winnipeg. We are so grateful for the support!

Jasmine Wallace

Leather

Jasmine Wallace is a local Filipina emerging artist from Winnipeg, MB. Jasmine is a recent graduate of Desautels Faculty of Music at the University of Manitoba where she achieved her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance.

Jasmine’s recent stage credits include Emma in Mamma Mia, Frenchy in Grease Lightning (Destination Dinner Stage). Jasmine has recently been seen on TV/Film such as Always with You (Odeon Media) and Silent Night, Deadly Night (StudioCanal).
You can see Jasmine perform next as Danielle in The Perfect Man (WST/Gargoyle Theatre).

Jasmine is excited to be returning to Destinations Dinner Stage for this brief but fun run! She would like to thank her family, friends and colleagues who always inspired and supported her! Thank you and enjoy the show!

Anison Cranwill

Joanie

Born and raised a theatre kid, Anison is more than excited to fulfil her lifelong dream of performing on this stage. While it may be her official professional theatre debut, she has been working hard at Destination Dinner Stage to help and stay connected in any way possible with such an incredible group of people. She is honoured to have the opportunity to work with such a talented cast! On the side, Anison loves to sing and play guitar, thrift with friends, and hang with her cats. You might find her writing (but never finishing) songs in her room or busking with her friend Katelyn in their folk duo “Katelyn and Anison!”

Anison sends infinite love and thanks to her family who have supported her unconditionally through everything. She couldn’t have done this without them.

Kelly Benzing

Martha Lycanthorne

AWOOO!! Kelly is absolutely thrilled to be a part of the Destination Dinner Stage production of “Happy Daze Again”. Born and raised in Winnipeg, Kelly started classical vocal training at age 5 and has never stopped singing. Although this is Kelly’s first show with Destination Dinner Stage, she has performed over 15 shows with Celebrations. You may remember her from: Mamma Mia Again, Jailhouse Rock, A Country Star Is Born, Pirates III, Jump for Glee, and MANY more. You may have also seen Kelly this past summer in the Rainbow Stage production of “Frozen”. Kelly would like to thank everyone who is here tonight for continuing to support the arts.

A very special thank you goes out to Kelly’s friends and family (Hi Mom!) for all their love and support. Tonight’s, and every performance is dedicated to Kelly’s late father, Stewart Benzing.

Mallory James

Mrs C

Welcome to Happy D “ay” ze! I was born and raised right here in Winnipeg and my first professional show was on this very stage in 2006. Since then, I’ve graduated from the acting program at Studio 58 in Vancouver, performed in theatres across western Canada and became the proud mother of a feisty 2-year-old. Theatre is my passion but I also dabble in voice over (Kub Kamp and The Amazing Caterpillar) and film (November 1963 and Bob Odenkirk’s Normal). I am very grateful to the caretakers of this land who came long before me and I’ll endeavor to do my part to make this planet a safe and happy place to play. Special love goes to I, R and the rest of my incredible family.

Production Team

Randy Apostle – Writer/Director
Stage Manager – Lisa Cranwill / Brad Zacharias
Music Director – Rusty Robot
Choreographer – Jeff Rivet & Nathaniel Muir
Light Design – Oak Girard
Set Design, Scene Painting and Construction – Genevieve Levasseur
Lead Set Assistant – Teri-Lynn Kosinski
Set Assistants – Julene Gravett, Gabriel Akinsola
Costuming – Lucille LaPorte
Wigs – Ashley L’Heureux
House Technician and Sound Design – Caleb Schellenberg
Box Office Administrator – Heather Hickling
Floor Manager – Avery Bate
DDS Executive Sous Chef – Kitt Perfumo
General Manager/VP of Operations – Joe Sacco

Special Thanks
Red Rover Entertainment Limited
Joe Aeillo
Jessica Rose
Scott Cranwill

Destination Dinner Stage Gift Card

Treat your favourite people to the gift of experience! Destination Dinner Stage gift cards are ideal for a dining out, or enjoying a social evening with friends and family. Destination Dinner Stage Gift Cards are available in various denominations with no expiration dates or maintenance fees!

All gift cards can be purchased in person at our box office or purchased online.

Purchase your E-Gift Cards Here!

Location & Contacts

1824 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G2

Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry

Box office hours – Hours are subject to change:
Wednesday 9am–5pm
Thursday – Saturday 11am-7pm
Sundays 10am-6pm
Mondays and Tuesdays Closed

Shows

Currently Playing

January 29 - April 12, 2026 Thursday - Sunday

Happy Daze again

Arnold’s is the hottest spot in town—jukebox blaring, milkshakes swirling, and everyone ready to tear up the dance floor. But this isn’t just any night, it’s the annual talent show and under the glow of a full moon, the energy’s electric, the music’s wild and something in the air has everyone acting a little… strange. Join Richie, Fonzie and all their pals for a party like no other; packed with rock ’n’ roll music, slick moves, loads of laughs and a little monster magic! Get ready to twist, shout and howl the night away with all the old Happy Days gang!

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Coming Soon

April 30 - July 12, 2026 Thursday - Sunday

Can’t Buy me Love – The Beatles Forever

It’s the swinging ’60s! Step back into the halls of “Liverpool High”, where four lads with mop-top dreams are about to shake up the school talent show. Four students form a band to impress their crushes, two exchange students, all the way from Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada. But nothing goes smoothly for the fab four, the boys can’t agree on a name for their band, the rival acts are really great, the principal believes rock music rots the brain and the girls can’t decide which boy they like! Join us for this hysterical, harmony-filled spoof where Beatlemania crashes headfirst into high school comedy. Screaming is optional. Dancing is unavoidable! Can’t Buy Me Love… A Hard Day’s Spoof!

*Proudly created and performed by Manitoban artists*

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TBA

Grandpa’s Home alone

When the family forgets more than just the fruitcake and leaves Grandpa behind, what starts as a quiet holiday for one cranky old man, turns into a wild sleigh ride of jukebox jams, questionable eggnog, and booby traps no senior citizen should know how to build. When a pair of clueless crooks come calling, they think Grandpa’s an easy mark. But this mischievous old man’s got pranks, traps, and one-liners sharp enough to jingle their bells. It’s a naughty, nutty, holly-jolly comedy caper that proves you’re never too old to save Christmas!

*Proudly created and performed by local Winnipeg Artists*

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TBA

That’s Dirty Dancing

Pack your bags for Loverman’s Lodge, where summer love sizzles to the beat of your favorite hits, the jukebox spins nonstop, and the dance floor is strictly no corners allowed. Baby meets Johnny and sparks fly on the dance floor but off the floor… let’s just say not everyone plays nice. A villain sets sights on the Lodge and we discover that our leading man moonlights in a rougher line of work… one that involves fewer mambos and a lot more mayhem. Get ready for romance, jukebox jams, and a Swayze double take you won’t see coming. It’s romance, music, and mayhem all rolled into one hilarious show. This summer, the time of your life comes with a punchline!

*Proudly created and performed by local Winnipeg Artists*

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FAQ

How do I purchase tickets?

Destination Dinner Stage tickets are available for purchase directly through Ticketmaster.ca. We suggest booking from the map view on Ticketmaster in order to assign the exact seats you prefer at your selected table when you are booking. When you select your seat, you will have the option to choose your ticket type of either Adult Admission or Child (12 & Under) Admission.

OR

Guests who would like assistance purchasing tickets, or those booking for a group of 25 or greater are invited to purchase via our Box Office located at Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry, in person or by telephone at 204-694-7469.

How do tickets work?

Mobile Tickets are issued using a link sent by text or email and are to be loaded into your Ticketmaster account or phone wallet and kept on your mobile device. Please note that you will receive your booking confirmation at the time of purchase, but the tickets will not generate their barcodes until 48 hours prior to the event.

Printed tickets are available the day of the show for an additional environmental fee of $1.00 + tax per ticket and can be purchased at the box office (printed tickets purchased online are available 1 hour prior to showtime).

What is included in the ticket price?

Tickets include a live musical theatre production featuring made in Manitoba talent, in combination with a themed 3 course plated meal crafted by our elite culinary leaders.

What is the refund policy?

All sales are final.

What's for dinner?

Meals include a starter course, a choice of entrée (beef, chicken, fish, or vegetarian), with a signature bread basket and featured dessert with choice of coffee or tea.

What if I have a dietary restriction?

Guests with allergies or dietary restrictions are asked to please contact our team a minimum of 48 hours in advance of your ticketed show to review ingredients and adjust the meal as needed. Preparation of specialty meal(s) subject to a surcharge as required.

Is there a bar?

Yes! Inside the Dinner Stage we are proud to offer a full bar complete with themed feature cocktails and wine pairings.  Guests are also welcome to visit our on-site restaurants including Tavern United, Playmaker’s Gaming Lounge or Aaltos before or after the show.

Beverages are not included in the ticket price.

Are gratuities included?

Gratuities are not included in the ticket price. All gratuities left will go directly to the Service Team.

Do you offer seniors discounts?

Ticket Prices are Date Based with Value Pricing available to all guests for
most Thursday and Sunday shows (not including holidays).

Are children permitted?

Adventure Kid’s Show Tickets are offered for Children ages 12 and under.
Guests are asked to refrain from bringing infants or young children who may be disruptive or who cannot remain seated throughout the performance.

Is your venue accessible?

The venue is accessible for persons with mobility impairments.  Any tables that are not accessible by ramp are noted in the seat description when selecting seats through Ticketmaster.  If you have any accessibility concerns, please contact our Box Office prior to purchasing your tickets and we will do our best to provide appropriate seating recommendations and/or accommodate individual needs.

What if I'm celebrating?

Destination Dinner Stage is the perfect place to celebrate Birthdays, Anniversaries, Graduations, or any of your Special Moments!

Let your server know about the celebration and the performers will announce your event onstage (if you want).

If you are celebrating with a large group, please contact the venue to make arrangements.

What time do the doors open & when does the show start?

The Doors Open time is the show time listed on your ticket.

Typically, Doors open at 6pm for Thursday – Saturday shows, and 5pm for Sunday shows (but check your ticket to be sure).

The show will begin as soon as all persons are seated and ready, typically 15 – 20 minutes after doors open. Please arrive on time as those arriving late will be asked to wait to be seated until an appropriate time in the performance.

How long are the performances?

Shows are roughly 3 – 3.5 hours long, including dinner and dessert service at intermission.

What is your dress code?

There is no formal dress code, however guests are required to be fully clothed in appropriate restaurant attire (i.e. no bathing suits, flip flops, no clothes with vulgar imagery, etc) ; management reserves the right to deny admittance to anyone not properly attired).

How does parking work?

Parking is free and available in the hotel parking lot.

Limited accessibility parking is also available.

Starting in Fall 2024 we are proud to offer limited EV Charging Stations for Hotel & Dinner Stage Guests.

Cell phones house rules

Cell phones and electronic devices must be silenced during the performance. Photos and videos cannot be taken during the performance.

What if I have a celebrations gift card?

Celebrations Dinner Theatre abruptly terminated its operations and vacated the premises.  Regrettably, we don’t know where they stand on reimbursements and unfortunately we cannot take responsibility for an unrelated company’s obligations.

Check back soon for information on Holiday Gift Cards/Certificates by
Destination Dinner Stage.

Can I use Canadvantage Rewards?

Destination Dinner Theatre purchases do not qualify towards earning Canadvantage rewards; however, we hope to make reward redemptions available soon!

Please check the website for updates.

How many seats does the theatre have?

The Theatre holds up to 500 guests (depending on the table configuration).

There are approximately 185 Premium Seats and 290 General Seats.

Are the actors from Manitoba?

We’re proud to showcase local Manitoba artists. From time to time, we may feature artists from across Canada.