Horses are some of the most perceptive animals, as evidenced by the popular saying, "You can lead a horse to water but you can't explain his intimate knowledge of your childhood fears." Tap into equine insight with today's Groupon: for $35, you get two adult tickets (a $25 value each) and a backstage tour (a $10 value each) at The Dancing Horses Theatre in Delavan, near Lake Geneva. Children 2 and under are always admitted free and tickets for children 12 and under are always $12.50. Choose from 20 dates:
- Saturday, February 12, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, February 12, at 6 p.m.
- Sunday, February 13, at 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 16, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, February 19, at 1 p.m.
- Sunday, February 20, at 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 23, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, February 26, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, February 26, at 6 p.m.
- Sunday, February 27, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, March 5, at 1 p.m.
- Sunday, March 6, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, March 12, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, March 12, at 6 p.m.
- Sunday, March 13, at 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 16, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, March 19, at 1 p.m.
- Sunday, March 20, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, March 26, at 1 p.m.
- Saturday, March 26, at 6 p.m.
The Dancing Horses Theatre presents a spectacular show of incredible feats performed by magnificent equines and their talented trainers. The current act, “The Power of a Dream,” is a 90-minute performance that brings nostalgia back in style with an artistic, creative nod to potent, non-Jell-O-related childhood memories. Various horse breeds display their particular dance fortes, such as the foxtrot, jitterbug, and electric boogaloo. Steeds and hominids alike are adorned in lavish, handmade costumes, presenting a one-of-a-kind cavalcade of exquisite grace. These glitzy beauties pose for photos at the show's end. The 30-minute post-show backstage tour includes a short riding and training demonstration, a behind-the-scenes stable tour, and a chance to ask your favorite horse for an autograph.
Though the show is a must-see for horse lovers of all ages, The Dancing Horses Theatre also has something for bird buffs and llama fanatics. Each performance features a separate exotic bird show, in which parrots display skills beyond asking for crackers. Animal Gardens also features a friendly petting zoo with camels, llamas, potbellied pigs, and marmocoons.
Groupon tickets may not be upgraded to a meal performance, but a full concession stand is available at every show. It is recommended to arrive at 12 p.m. for 1 p.m. shows and 3:45 p.m. for 6 p.m. shows to see full exotic bird show.
Reviews
Seven TripAdvisors give The Dancing Horses Theatre an average of 3.5 owl eyes, and four Google Mappers give it a perfect five stars.
- WOW! That is how I would describe the show. – A Google Maps reviewer on 12/11/09
- The horses & performers were great... all beautiful, very professional, glitzy. It's obvious no expense was spared in the training, costumes, arena, setting, etc. – tcwan001, TripAdvisor
Groupon Says
The Groupon Guide to: Road Trips
Break parole in the best way possible with these road tips for road trips:
Destinations: Nowhere to go? Pick where you're going at random by playing spin the bottle with maps instead of people. Once you've french kissed your destination, it's time to hit the road, literally. Now bandage up your hand and drive away.
Pit Stops: When fueling up, take an extra few minutes to fill your trunk up with gas so you don't have to stop again. Before doing this, make sure to move your lit candles and sun-dried fireworks to the backseat so they don't accidentally get wet.
Friendships: Bond with fellow passengers by playing a game of Celebrity Toll Booth, in which everyone in the car places toll booth operators into the categories of either John Goodman or Whoopi Goldberg.
Note: If you are by yourself, don't even bother going on the trip. The open road is no place for self-discovery.
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