Have You Seen The Arabian Nights Dinner Show?

January 28, 2009
by Andrew W John

Since 1988, the Arabian Nights Dinner Show has been a huge attraction, inspiring awe in visitors to Orlando, Florida with each show. This, the ultimate in dinner shows, is staged in the largest indoor equestrian center in the world used for a permanent show.

The tale of Princess Scheherazade in her search for her true love, Prince Khalid, is told in a truly magical production featuring more than 65 horses, breathtaking costumes and thrilling, expert horsemanship. All of this is done with the very latest in lighting, sound and special effects technology. All who have seen it agree that the Arabian Nights Dinner Show is an experience which they will never forget.

The second that you walk into the 1,200 person capacity Palace of Horses, you will be struck speechless by the magical atmosphere as you are taken to your seats, all of which offer spectacular views of the action onstage. Those who love horses will be delighted by the beauty and strength of the Arabian Horses, the charm of the Andalusian horses, the heavy Belgian horses and Percherons. Also featured are Painted horses, reminding one of the Old West and the star of the show – The Black Stallion. Familiar to all of us from films, television and Walter Farley’s books, The Black Stallion has become the symbol of the Arabian Nights Dinner Show – and with good reason; he never fails to impress visitors.

The food at a lot of dinner shows is somewhat lacking. Happily, this is not the case with the Arabian Nights Dinner Show. You can have your choice of Black Angus Chopped Steak, Grilled Chicken Breast, New York Strip Steak or a Primavera Pasta Bowl (which can also be prepared for vegans as well as vegetarians). A fresh, mouthwatering salad is also served as is a wonderful dessert. Bottomless beer, wine or Pepsi products are provided as well. If you have any special dietary requirements, simply notify the venue ahead of time and they can take care of you with no problem.

The Arabian Nights Dinner Show has been in the very capable hands of Mark Galen Miller and his family since the very beginning 20 years ago. The Arabian Nights Dinner Show regularly wins awards for Best Dinner Theater, Best Theme Restaurant, Best Performing Arts Group and Venue along with many others. The show is constantly evolving and new ideas are worked in all the time, keeping guests coming back again and again.

This is one of those very special events that truly appeals to the whole family. The show has variety, magic, spectacle and color – all linked with scintillating choreography and unsurpassable equestrianism. There’s even a chariot race to stir the blood. The undoubted star of the show, though, is the Black Stallion himself, performing a number of amazing cameo roles without a rider or even a halter.

The Arabian Nights Dinner Show is the high point of any visit to Orlando and is one of the most memorable experiences imaginable. For an extra ten dollars per guest, you can upgrade to the VIP package including a complimentary drink before dinner in the VIP lounge and seats in the first three rows. Also included are a free poster for the show and the chance to get backstage and meet the stars yourself before the show begins.

For anyone who enjoys the thrills and spectacle of excellent live theater, the Arabian Nights Dinner Show is clearly the place to go.

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