The Smoky Mountain area has built a reputation for its world-class family entertainment, and Gatlinburg, TN is no exception! Our charming city is home to a number of wonderful theaters that host comedians, hypnotists, magicians, mentalists, and even more great performers. To help you make the most of your next vacation, we have put together a guide to the three best shows in Gatlinburg.
1. Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre
The Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre has been delighting visitors to Gatlinburg for over 40 years. Styled after the music halls of the late 19th century, this one-of-a-kind theater specializes in hilarious musical comedies. Over the decades, the Sweet Fanny Adams team has written and produced over 30 original shows, many of which have gone on to be performed in Atlantic City, Las Vegas, and other cities around the country. The Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre has been recognized as a National Historical Treasure by the city of Gatlinburg and the Tennessee State Senate.
The shows at Sweet Fanny Adams are made up of side-splitting sketches that are reminiscent of old vaudeville acts, the Carol Burnett Show, and Monty Python’s Flying Circus. Performances are typically 2 hours with a 15-minute intermission. Sweet Fanny Adams runs a number of different shows throughout the year, so you can come back again and again for all new laughs.
2. Jessica Jane’s Magic Comedy & Variety Show
While held at Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre, Jessica Jane’s Magic Comedy & Variety Show is unlike any show you’ve seen there before! It stars magician Jessica Jane, who has been named one of the most talented entertainers in the Smoky Mountains. The show is family-friendly and full of fun! Jessica Jane has appeared on the hit TV show, “Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and has performed in top tourist destinations, like Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Pigeon Forge, and on cruises sailing to over 22 countries! During her show, you’ll get to watch as objects are magically brought to life and interact with members of the audience. Part of the show includes Jessica hypnotizing the audience to think the same thought. One lucky audience member will even get the chance to step on stage and do some of the amazing magic!
3. Impossibilities: An Evening of Magic, Mindreading, and Mayhem
Located at the Iris Theater in the Gatlinburg Space Needle, the Impossibilities show is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! Starring master mentalist Erik Dobell and magical comedian Chris Collins, this awesome show combines jaw-dropping tricks with laugh-out-loud comedy. Dobell and Collins have performed all around the world and have been featured on a number of TV shows, including America’s Got Talent.
The Iris Theater is a small venue that provides an intimate atmosphere for the Impossibilities show. Even with the performers just a few feet away, you’ll still have no idea how they execute their mind boggling illusions! Many audience members report scratching their heads weeks after the show as they contemplate the incredible tricks from Dobell and Collins.
Final Thoughts
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