Hersonissos: Troy Dinner-Show Theatre Experience Tickets

The unusual part of this Hersonissos night out is that Troy is not just a stage show. Gods and heroes move among the audience, and your phone lets you choose whether Achilles and the Greeks or Hector and the Trojans gain the upper hand. Acrobatics, singing, and dance carry the story, while the audience helps shape it.

I like the family focus and the choice of a proper dinner, a vegan meal, a children’s menu, or a simpler drink-and-show ticket. I also like the polished production: the strongest praise goes to the acrobats, with the lights, sound, vocals, and dancing earning high marks too.

The main thing to consider is the tone. Troy is playful, interactive entertainment rather than a quiet lesson in Homer. Some audience participation is part of the deal, and the dinner-show menu has limited choice unless you arrange a vegan meal ahead of time.

Key points at a glance

• Your phone affects the story: Scan the show’s QR code and choose the Greek or Trojan side, with prizes possible during the performance.
• High-level acrobatics: The acts include daring acrobatics, dancers, singers, and performers playing the gods and heroes of Troy.
• Three ticket styles: Choose dinner with meat, dinner with a vegan option, or a drink-and-show ticket with one included drink.
• Designed for families: A children’s menu and playful audience interaction make this a strong pick for a night with younger children.
• Optional hotel pickup: Transfers can be arranged from resorts and towns across eastern Crete, including Malia, Hersonissos, Heraklion, Elounda, and Agios Nikolaos.
• A different Alar show exists: Adults and children over 12 can also look for the separate Alar Spectacular Show, held on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

What the Troy show is really like

At Alar Dinner Show, Greek mythology becomes a live contest between two sides. Achilles and the Greeks face Hector and the Trojans, while gods and goddesses help push the story along. The plot gives the evening enough structure to feel like more than a string of unrelated stage acts.

You are not expected to sit silently and watch from a distance. The show is built to break the wall between performers and audience. You may be invited to react, make choices, and take part through your smartphone.

That phone element is more than a gimmick. A unique QR code lets you join the action and help change the course of the story. You choose Greek or Trojan, and the result can influence which side prevails. There is also a chance to win prizes, including cocktails, so keep your phone ready if you want to play along.

I would describe the mood as theatrical, cheeky, and energetic. This is not a formal retelling of The Iliad, and you should not book it expecting a museum talk or a serious classical performance. It uses the names and conflict of Troy as a platform for acrobatics, music, dance, comedy, and audience games.

The opening: gods, heroes, and a quick start

The show introduces the key gods and heroes before the main conflict develops. The performers use singing, dancing, and movement to establish the world of Troy, then build toward the rivalry between the Greek and Trojan sides.

One small point from the feedback is worth noting. A song choice during the character introductions felt too silly for one audience member, who suggested replacing Crazy Frog with something more serious. That tells you something useful about the production: it is happy to mix grand mythology with modern pop humor.

Most people will find that blend part of the fun, especially children. If you prefer a solemn classical style, the comic touches may feel out of place. If you want a lively family show with surprises, the relaxed tone should work well.

Acrobatics, vocals, and dance take the spotlight

The acrobatic work is the evening’s biggest draw. Performers play the larger-than-life figures of Greek myth, but the physical skill is what makes them memorable. Expect the show to move between aerial-looking feats, dance passages, vocal performances, and group scenes rather than follow a single art form.

The strongest praise has focused on the acrobatics, with repeated approval for the technical standard and the way each performer brings a different quality to the stage. The singing and dancing also receive strong marks, as do the lighting and sound.

That mix matters because it keeps the pace moving. A dinner show can lose energy if the meal interrupts the performance, but the changing acts give the evening variety. You might be watching a character scene one moment, then focusing on a fast physical routine or a vocal number the next.

The show lasts about 2.5 to 3.5 hours, depending on the selected option and schedule. That is a substantial evening, so plan it as your main activity rather than something to squeeze between dinner and another booking.

Choosing the dinner option

The dinner-and-show ticket includes a creative menu inspired by ancient Greek food. Meat and vegan options are available, and there is a children’s menu. Bottled water is included.

The meal helps turn the show into a full night out instead of a performance with a snack attached. For families, it also removes the need to find a restaurant before or after the event. A particularly practical detail is that children who are selective eaters may find the children’s option easier than a formal adult menu.

The menu is not described as a broad list of dishes, so you should not book this expecting extensive choice. One piece of feedback suggested adding more options. If you have dietary needs, tell the provider in advance. The vegan meal must be pre-booked, and the activity specifically asks you to share dietary requirements ahead of time.

Extra drinks are not part of the dinner price. You can buy them at the venue, and the bar offers a range of beverages. Budget for this if your group plans to order wine, cocktails, or soft drinks beyond the included bottled water.

The drink-and-show ticket

The drink-and-show option is the lighter choice. It includes one drink per person, but no dinner.

I would choose this ticket if you have already eaten, want a shorter commitment around food, or prefer to spend less on the evening. The listed price is $41 per person, although the final cost depends on the option you select. At that level, value comes from the full production, audience participation, and the included food or drink, not from the admission alone.

For a family, the dinner option will usually be easier. Children may become hungry during a long performance, and arranging a meal at the venue keeps the whole evening in one place. For adults who want a show after an early dinner, the drink ticket may be the better fit.

How the audience participation works

The QR code is central to the Troy concept. You scan it with your phone, join one of the two sides, and take part in choices that can change the story. This gives you a reason to stay engaged during the quieter character sections.

You do not need to know Greek mythology to take part. The basic choice is clear: Greek or Trojan. The performers explain enough of the conflict for the contest to make sense, and the format is aimed at fun rather than detailed literary study.

Keep your phone charged before arriving. That is simple advice rather than a formal requirement, but it follows from the show’s interactive design. If you would rather watch without participating, you can still follow the performance, but some of the evening’s special appeal will pass you by.

The prize element adds a little competition. One person described winning a cocktail, so the QR game can lead to a real reward rather than only an on-screen result.

Getting to Alar from Hersonissos and nearby resorts

You can make your own way to the venue, but an optional hotel transfer is available if you select it. Pickup covers a wide section of eastern and central Crete, including Malia, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Analipsi, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Sissi, Karteros, Heraklion, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Milatos, and Fodele.

The exact meeting point depends on the option booked. If you choose a transfer, pickup details arrive in a separate email one day before the show. Check that message carefully, since the meeting point can vary.

A transfer is useful after a long dinner and late performance, especially if you are staying outside Hersonissos. It also avoids the question of driving after ordering drinks. If you are based close by and already have transport, skipping the transfer may keep the evening simpler.

The experience is wheelchair accessible. You should still confirm the meeting and transfer details if accessibility affects your transport plans, since the supplied information confirms access at the activity but does not describe every transfer vehicle.

Is $41 good value?

At $41 per person, Troy is priced as an evening show rather than a basic attraction. The value is strongest when you use the dinner option and want food, entertainment, and a planned night in one booking.

You are paying for a full production with acrobatics, singers, dancers, theatrical lighting, audience interaction, and a meal or drink. That compares well with paying separately for a restaurant and an evening performance, though the exact value depends on how much you would otherwise spend on dinner and drinks.

The price is less attractive if you are only looking for a casual meal or a short cultural talk. It is also worth checking the ticket details carefully, because the drink-and-show option does not include dinner and extra drinks cost more.

For families, the price can make sense because everyone has one shared activity. The children’s menu and phone-based game give younger members a role beyond simply sitting through an adult performance.

Who should book Troy?

I would recommend Troy most strongly to families with children, groups of friends, and adults who like theatrical spectacle with a playful edge. The show offers enough movement and variety to hold attention, and the audience choices make it easier for children to feel involved.

It also suits anyone looking for a break from beaches, tavernas, and resort evenings. You get a distinctly Greek myth setting without needing to spend hours studying the ancient stories first.

You may want a different plan if you dislike audience participation, prefer a quiet meal, or want historically serious theatre. Troy uses myth as entertainment, and the tone can jump from heroic to comic in a heartbeat.

If everyone in your party is an adult or over 12, check the separate Alar Spectacular Show. It runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays and is presented as the other show at Alar Theatre. Do not assume it is the same production as Troy, since the available information describes it as a separate show.

Practical booking advice

Choose the dinner option if you want the easiest family evening, and pre-book the vegan meal rather than waiting until arrival. If you only want the performance, select drink-and-show and remember that it includes one drink but no food.

Allow the full 2.5 to 3.5 hours. Starting times vary, so check availability before booking and avoid scheduling another fixed activity immediately afterward.

If you need transport, select hotel pickup during booking. Covered areas include many resorts around Hersonissos, Heraklion, and Agios Nikolaos, but the exact meeting point arrives separately the day before.

Cancellation is flexible up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and reserve-now-pay-later booking is available. Those terms help if your Crete plans are still shifting.

Should you book the Troy Dinner-Show?

Book it if you want a polished, high-energy night with impressive acrobatics, a meal option, and real audience participation. The production seems especially well suited to families, and the QR-code contest gives children and adults a clear way to join the story.

Choose the dinner ticket for convenience, especially with children, or the drink ticket if you have already eaten. Just keep your expectations clear: this is playful mythology and stage spectacle, not a strict ancient Greek history lesson.

The best reason to go is the combination of strong physical performance and a story you can influence. The main caution is the limited menu choice and occasional comic style. For most people seeking a memorable evening in the Hersonissos area, Troy offers good value at $41 per person.

FAQ

Where does the Troy Dinner-Show take place?

The show is held at Alar Dinner Show in the Hersonissos area of Crete.

How long does the experience last?

The stated duration is about 2.5 to 3.5 hours. Starting times vary, so check availability for the date you want.

Is dinner included?

Dinner is included in the dinner-show options. The meal has meat and vegan options, plus a children’s menu. Dinner is not included with the drink-and-show ticket.

Is a vegan meal available?

Yes. The vegan meal must be pre-booked, and dietary requirements should be provided in advance.

What does the drink-and-show option include?

It includes the Troy live show and one drink per person. It does not include dinner, and extra drinks are not included.

Is hotel pickup available?

Optional hotel pickup is available from locations including Malia, Hersonissos, Heraklion, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, and several nearby resorts. Specific pickup information is sent separately one day before the show.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Reserve-now-pay-later booking is also available.