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Commandants Dinner & Show

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3.9(47 reviews)
3 hours
English
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Overview

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English

3 hours

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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. You will be enthralled by the Commandants’ stories about Convict Settlements on Norfolk Island. Listen to a chilling recall of one of the infamous rebellions. Marvel at how the Commandants and their families adapted to life in a Norfolk Island penal colony, recreating a little piece of England in the Pacific. Explore their great challenges, impressive successes and shameful secrets.

Our venue has created a special three course dinner menu of traditional English fare to complement the theatrical setting. Hearty, wholesome, British tucker fit for a Commandant and his good lady wife – fortunately prepared by free men in a modern kitchen not a poor convict over a wood stove!

The Commandants’ Dinner & Show is a night of great entertainment, delectable food and loads of humour – not for the faint hearted!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Dress code is smart casual

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Guests must visit the Baunti Tours office in Burnt Pine prior to the tour to exchange their voucher for a Baunti ticket and get final tour details.

What To Expect

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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. Listen to a chilling recall of one of the infamous rebellions. Marvel at how the Commandants and their families adapted to life in a Norfolk Island penal colony, recreating a little piece of England in the Pacific. Explore their great challenges, impressive successes and shameful secrets. Our venue has created a special three-course dinner menu of traditional English fare to compliment the theatrical setting. Hearty, wholesome, British tucker - fortunately prepared by free men in a modern kitchen not a poor convict over a wood stove! The Commandants’ Dinner is a night of great entertainment, delectable food and loads of fun. Make it a “must” for your itinerary!!

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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Commandants Dinner & Show

What‘s Included

3-course dinner

Tour escort/host

Live entertainment

Local taxes

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

3.91

47 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Entertainment great, food terrible and overall not worth the $100 per head. Spend your money elsewhere.

    nherfurth,May 14, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    2.00

    Whilst the show was excellent the so called English fare was the worst meal we had on the Island all week. Main course was buffet style which included frozen mixed vegetables that were barely defrosted and certainly didn’t see hot water to warm them up. Cold boiled rice with a spoon full of sweet and sour pork (How English is that) and roast beef so tough and full of sinew that could not be eaten.

  • Good food. Show is...

    Lyn H,Mar 12, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Good food. Show is banter, sick jokes & a history lesson between 3 actors walking around tables. Ni ce night out.

  • A fun night, lots of...

    Robert L,Feb 11, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    A fun night, lots of laughs. A good way to meet fellow travellers. Learn a little about the Islands early years.

  • Cancelled

    Wizardoz1944,Jan 23, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    1.00

    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

  • Fun and informative show

    Joan C,Nov 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    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.

  • History, laughter and a great night out

    Gayle Y,Oct 23, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    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!!

  • Commandant King very informative

    Maureen H,Oct 17, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Meal lovely. Quite corny but funny good evening out. The players were quite good and very informative

  • Fun night.

    U2430KMvickik,Apr 24, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    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.

  • Great show to learn about some of the history of Norfolk Island

    FlashAdele,Apr 2, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    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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  • 3 best tours we did with Baunti

    ulrike r,Jan 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    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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