Commandants Dinner & Show: Exploring Norfolk's Colourful History with Food and Entertainment

Experience Norfolk’s vibrant history through a captivating Commandant’s Dinner & Show. Indulge in a delectable 3-course meal while being entertained with engaging performances.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Norfolk Island - This factual yet fun dinner theatre is a great way to learn about Norfolk’s history. The cast of actors will take you on an entertaining journey back in time. Listen to the Commandants’ stories about the notorious Convict Settlements on Norfolk Island and how the convicts were treated by sadists and reformers alike.
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What's Included
  • Dinner
  • Tour escort/host
  • Live entertainment
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This engaging and enjoyable dinner theatre offers a fantastic opportunity to delve into Norfolk’s history. The talented cast will guide attendees on a captivating journey through time. Guests will be fascinated by the Commandants’ tales of the Convict Settlements on Norfolk Island. Experience a gripping recount of one of the notorious rebellions. Be…

Location
Paradise Hotel & Resort
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
27 Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(46 Ratings)
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Robert_l
Feb 11, 2026
A fun night, lots of... - A fun night, lots of laughs. A good way to meet fellow travellers. Learn a little about the Islands early years.
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Joan
Nov 29, 2025
Fun and informative show - This was a great show. The local talent was amazing we thoroughly enjoyed the evening. The food was very nice. They told the story of the Norfolk Island Commandants very well.
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Gayle_y
Oct 23, 2025
History, laughter and a great night out - Cheeky, a little bawdy and very entertaining while learning some of the history of Norfolk Island. Interactive and lots of laughter, a three course meal is included with ample portions. I did note that one lady was very happily accommodated as a vegetarian and she remarked how tasty her dish was. The performers were terrific. You could almost believe they’d stepped out of the pages of history and may I say, the bar and waiting staff were efficient and very friendly. I was there as a solo, but most certainly had a very entertaining evening with the other dinner guests. Highly recommend!!
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Flashadele
Apr 2, 2025
Great show to learn about some of the history of Norfolk Island - Tonight we attended the Commandants' dinner and show. 3 actors playing former commandants at different times in the history of the island, recounting their times in charge of convicts, their trials and tribulations, facing revolts, dishing out punishments and generally talking about life on Norfolk Island in the early years. Very informative, educational and lots of puns, jokes and laughs. All whilst enjoying a very nice 3-course dinner. A must when selecting a tour at Norfolk Island.
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Ulrike
Jan 29, 2025
3 best tours we did with Baunti - When our group arrived on Norfolk Island we were surprised how many tours and restaurants we could have the choice of. Thanks to Helen at Baunti Tours we chose the right ones On Wednesday : Commandants dinner and show which had us in stitches and the actors ate at our tables with lots of banter and funny lines. 3 course meal was excellent too. Thursday : we did Baunti Fish Fry outside but under cover with amazing views. The young Pitcairn dancers were graceful and we bought their video. The taste of the fish was the best we ever had! Plus we had seconds and lovely dessert. Friday :we booked The Progressive dinner when we visited 3 homes for entree, main and dessert. We heard lots of stories about past history and how living on Norfolk is. The night was entertaining and the meals excellent. Great we had Debbie the bus driver who shared some info too. After lots of laughs, a full belly it was nice to be driven back to our accommodation. Thanks Baunti.
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Lyn_h
Mar 12, 2026
Good food. Show is... - Good food. Show is banter, sick jokes & a history lesson between 3 actors walking around tables. Ni ce night out.
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Maureen_h
Oct 17, 2025
Commandant King very informative - Meal lovely. Quite corny but funny good evening out. The players were quite good and very informative
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U2430kmvickik
Apr 24, 2025
Fun night. - Such a fun night and the meal was perfect. Highly recommend. We all had lots of laughs but learnt some historical facts which was really interesting.
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Ginnienb
Jan 12, 2025
Cancelled - This got a poor rating as the dinner was cancelled on me. I was bit surprised but was told someone was unwell. Totally understand that but then other people who were with large tour group shared they went & wasn’t cancelled on them. Not sure what happened but tour company did sort a processed refund. However, have enjoyed other tours with company.
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Wizardoz1944
Jan 23, 2026
Cancelled - One of two experiences cancelled by operators for "Operational Reasons" whilst on Norfolk Island. There were very few visitors to the island during our visit, so I guess there were not many people willing to visit this show. Yes, money was refunded quickly
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From $67
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).