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    Good experience! you should def try if you get the chance. It is fun if you are able to get involved also!

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    Dolly Parton's Stampede

    Dolly Parton's Stampede

    3.9
    (808 reviews)
    24.4 mi
    $$$$

    You will need to shut down your brain for this one. Or just disassociate, like I did. I feel like…read moreyou're either all in on Dolly Parton's Stampede, which most everyone is, because why would you pay almost $75 per ticket if you weren't? So you're either all in, or you're like my grumpy self: wondering when you can leave, and wondering why your soup is being poured into your bowl from a foil-lined Tupperware container like you're serving time in a penitentiary. This show is bananas. I had no idea what was going on at any point. Don't ask me about the plot. All I know is that there were bison, and people riding horses, and people waving flags, and at some point there was a big boom and some flashing lights. It's a show, for sure. It's something to watch while you eat. The food is fine. You get a lot of it! This is a prix fixe menu, so I don't believe you can pick what you want. You get what you get and you don't throw a fit, basically. You get a whole game hen, for crying out loud. Contrary to what some people think, you are not forced to eat with your hands here. You are provided with forks and spoons. But the game hen is something that you can tuck into with your hands, if you wanted to. You also get soup (poured from the aforementioned foil-lined Tupperware pitcher), a biscuit, mashed potatoes, pulled pork, corn on the cob, and a dessert, which was some sort of vanilla and chocolate coconut cake. It's a lot of food. A beverage is included with the meal, but if you want an alcoholic beverage, then that's a separate charge. I got a glass of red wine, because there was no way that I was going through this experience completely sober. I am not the audience for Dolly Parton's Stampede, but I'm glad I visited. Before my visit, I talked to a friend who had fond memories of visiting this dinner theatre show with his family many times when he was younger. I think it's the perfect place to visit with kids: It's food and a show! What can be better?

    We bought the VIP tickets. Expected a lot more for the price. We got a phone call to tell us to…read moreshow up at 4:30 for the 6:00 show. Waited in the heat until doors opened at 4:45, then went inside and ushered upstairs, where we were corralled into a roped area. At 5:40 the M.C. And his sidekick came to sign autographs. No true special treatment. Only plus was guaranteed front row seats. Food was generally ok. Chicken was decent, the pork was really good. The corn was nasty and the soup bland. As a slow eater I wasn't able to finish my main before dessert came. Got to try both. One bite was enough. The show was decent. Tough to watch at times because of the servers. Even with a broken ankle I limped to our seats, handicapped seating was way up top. Maybe I expected more because of all the positive hype. Generally disappointing experience.

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    Vegan Meal: Southwestern Quinoa & Brown Rice, Black Beans & Steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower & Carrots.
    Vegan Meal: Southwestern Quinoa & Brown Rice, Black Beans & Steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower & Carrots.
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    Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud

    Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud

    3.9
    (692 reviews)
    21.7 mi
    $$$$

    This was a fun little dinner show, the food was really simple and your typical faire for a dinner…read moreshow in that area. Fried chicken, barbecue, corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, and their signature creamy vegetable soup. The show itself was fun natured and the cast were fun and energetic as well as funny. Our server, chip, was hilarious himself, and that just added to the front of the experience. At the end, you're going to find yourself wandering through the gift shop, and I'm not going to encourage you or discourage you either way, but it's a great place to meander while you're partner or spouse are in the bathroom.

    We did the 5pm show on a Thursday. We bought our tickets inside the Dollywood Park at a little…read morestand. They did a $5 off on each ticket but any of the coupon books you see in town have a $3 off adult ticket coupon that is good for up to 6 people. The food was good but definitely not anything special. We were served fried chicken and pulled pork which those that ate it said was good. I had a vegetarian meal which you have to request when you get the tickets. They served me a large portion of steamed veggies and a large portion of veggies and rice. I also ate the corn on the cob and mashed potatoes and I had the creamy soup which was very good (but does have a chicken broth in it). The drinks are Coke products or iced tea. One thing to know, they stop serving food when the show starts so make sure you get there at least 30 minutes before so you can get seated and get served. The show was really entertaining! The kids (7, 9, and 12) were mesmerized the entire show. The have an entire pool under the floor which they dive into. You can buy beer and other adult beverages at the bar outside the theater. I also bought the group photo which was 2 pictures for $40. It was expensive but it was a lot of fun and we really enjoyed it!

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    Nice stage and good view all around
    Nice stage and good view all around
    BBQ pulled chicken. Very good.
    BBQ pulled chicken. Very good.
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    Smith Family Dinner Theater

    Smith Family Dinner Theater

    2.0
    (7 reviews)
    21.7 mi

    The Hazard County Hoedown is not worth the time or money. I…read moream just a quarter way through this show and Im bored with it. Its like kareoke....with the performers. The food is very bland and tastes as if it comes from a can... Im also sitting here with dirty dishes in front of me. Still. An hour into it, haven't seen any waitresses. Still dirty dishes. Would not recommend.

    My review is for their breakfast meal. Advertised on their marquee was the buy one get one deal,…read moreso we thought we'd check it out...sounded like a good deal, right? First thing we noticed right away was there seemed to be no clear way to go and no one to direct us. When you walk in you are in a store with loads of jewelry and tacky souvenirs. The dinner theater was in back. We made our way to the back looking for someone to direct us. We were finally led to a spot in the back row, which was their handicap seating, which we needed for my father. After you get your seat, you go back into the buffet line...again very unclear. There was one guy who was standing near the kitchen door barking out food directions. When my sister questioned him on something, he responded back quite rudely, "haven't you been listening?" Menu consisted of your basic breakfast items, eggs, bacon, sausage, French toast, etc. There was a omelette station where you tell the cook what you want in it, and they cook it while you wait. Fresh toasted bread at this station also. The food from the Buffett was lukewarm and tasted old. Omelette were ok, toast was excellent. Says a lot when the best item on a breakfast buffet was the toast! Drinks were $2.00. In the fine print it said they expect you to tip your server $2.00 per person in your party. You pay at the counter in the store in the front. Entertainment was sadly lacking. There was Davy Crocket, Dorothy Gale (wizard of Oz) and a southern belle walking in the audience and chatting with you while you try to eat. Also had a representative from a Cruise Line trying to enter patrons in a drawing to win a free cruise. This did not count as entertainment in my book! They rate one star for the toast.

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    I always dig in and forget to take the picture... Meatloaf and chicky noodles
    I always dig in and forget to take the picture... Meatloaf and chicky noodles
    Dirty dishes still in front of everyone everywhere an hour into the singing show.
    Dirty dishes still in front of everyone everywhere an hour into the singing show.
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    Impossibilities

    Impossibilities

    4.7
    (38 reviews)
    21.3 mi

    The Impossibility Theater is a small, intimate venue with about 52 seats, located in Sevierville,…read moreTennessee. Tickets are available online, over the phone, or in person. The show begins promptly at 5:30 PM, but entry isn't allowed until exactly 5:00 PM. Trust me they're strict about it. I arrived at 4:50 and found the doors locked. A gentleman greeted me at the door and kindly explained he still had a few final preparations to handle. Even with a restroom request, they held firm on the timing. True to his word, the doors opened at 5:00 PM sharp. As you walk in, you're welcomed by a staff member who checks your name and guides you to your seat. What's quirky and fun is that the same man who takes your ticket also performs the entire one-man show! The stage sits just six feet from the front row, creating a cozy and personal atmosphere. The space is very clean, and soft background music plays while you wait. The restroom is located at the back, which means you'll have to walk across in front of the audience if nature calls mid-performance. It's spotless and includes a single handicap-accessible bar next to the toilet. Best to go beforehand. There's a small counter that offers snacks and drinks, though in my opinion, the prices didn't match the portions. A little steep for what you get. This show is best suited for younger children rather than adults. That's why I gave it a higher rating, viewed through the right lens, it's charming and lighthearted. However, if it were intended for a broader adult audience, I'd probably rate it lower. One notable drawback was the unlocked front door during the performance. While we were mid-show, two people wandered in asking about future tickets, and the performer actually paused the show to answer them. I get the hustle, but it broke the flow and felt disruptive. You're welcome to film the performance, which is unusual and at the end of the show, comes a QR code encouraging guests to leave a positive review. A little unconventional, but memorable.

    Erik Dobell gave our family a fantastic experience. He was entertaining, educational and overall…read moreincredible.

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    Dobell the master of the show: IMPOSSIBILITIES
    Dobell the master of the show: IMPOSSIBILITIES
    Impossibilities
    A fantastic experience for our whole family

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    A fantastic experience for our whole family
    Biblical Times Theatre

    Biblical Times Theatre

    3.0
    (61 reviews)
    21.8 mi

    Love the idea of having a local family come in and do it all - serving the food, singing worship,…read moreand acting. Tons of caveats to this place, though. 1. Price is way too high for what you're getting (more later). Can justify the $55ish you pay. 2. Food is traditional southern food. Sits heavy and fatty. Baked potatoes, sad-looking fried chicken tenders, pot roast, pulled pork, broccoli, corn, mac 'n cheese, wild rice, turnovers for dessert. Honestly not great but it is all you can eat. 3. The worship show was nice! About 45min while you eat. The main guy is a pastor at a new church out of Pigeon Forge high school and that is pushed on you a lot during the service. Musicians were definitely talented. 4. Show was meh at best. Went to see the Prodigal Son, a great story. Acting was not the best and most of the visuals were holograms. 5. Seats were old and a bit lumpy and not comfortable. 6. Theater itself was dirty. Napkins and straw wrappers on the ground, etc. 7. Waitress comes around with drinks (water, sweet/unsweet tea, lemonade). Not much to do pre-show either. The Southern Gospel Music exhibit right in the main lobby is interesting for 5-10min and there are random souvenirs around. Cafe for coffee, sodas was closed (July 3rd). Great idea but a bit misfired.

    Lots of Jesus flare everywhere!!! We bought few things from souvenir shop. So much to choose from…read morewooden crosses to huge Jesus statues. The music covers several generations, old and new hymns. If you want some good old fashioned worship mixed with new this is a wonderful place to visit. They do a Pastoral and Military Discount.

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