Tenerife: MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show

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Tenerife: MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show

4.6 · 523 reviews 4.5 hours From $52 Operated by MHT SHOWS SL MUSIC HALL TAVERN - TENERIFE LANZAROTE · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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Drag comedy dinner shows can feel like a one-note night. MHT turns it into a full 2025 production with live vocals, big costumes, and a real comedy dinner rhythm. I like that you get both the show and the meal in one ticket, and I especially love the English-language stand-up and audience banter that keeps things moving from the first minutes to the finale. One thing to plan for: drinks are extra, so your total bill can climb fast if you treat it like a bar night.

It’s staged in Tenerife South at the Vivo Show Bar (Vivo Minigolf area), and the evening runs long enough to feel like an actual night out, not a quick performance. You’ll get a meet and greet with a printed souvenir photo, plus table service so you’re not constantly missing parts of the show. The jokes are family friendly and aimed to be never crude, but expect some double entendre, so if you’re bringing very small kids, you may want to think about age and comfort.

Quick Hits Before You Go

  • 2025 brand-new production with stronger choreography, more costume changes, and a bigger feel
  • Live vocals and a full cast (queens, dancers, vocalists), not one person on stage
  • Three-part show format: pre-show warm-up, full production, then singalongs and surprises
  • 3-course homemade meal with set menu choices and vegetarian and kids options
  • English stand-up section plus interactive crowd moments throughout

MHT Comedy Drag Dinner in Tenerife South: What You’re Actually Buying

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For about $52 per person, you’re not just buying entry to a drag show. You’re buying a structured evening: welcome moments, a set meal, then a live production with comedy, singing, and dancing. That matters because dinner shows live or die by pacing, and MHT is built to keep you seated and engaged the whole time.

This also has a practical advantage. In many shows, you end up either rushed through a meal or glued to your plate. Here, table service is part of the plan, so the staff handle ordering and delivery while the production keeps going in segments.

And the 2025 angle is more than marketing. The show is described as new for 2025, bigger and bolder, with more energy and a full “three-part” flow. That means you’re more likely to get multiple mini-highlights rather than one long act.

Entering the Night: Pre-Show Warm-Up and Meet the Cast

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Doors open around 7:00 PM, and the full evening runs until about 11:00 PM with pre-show, dinner, main show, and finale. When you arrive, the vibe is already on. Hosts and the cast work the room, and the show doesn’t start with a quiet wait for the first big number.

The pre-show is your warm-up act. Expect cheeky comedy and crowd energy before dinner even fully settles in. This is also where you’ll feel what kind of audience participation you’re getting. MHT leans interactive, with cast members talking to tables and pulling people in for jokes and singalongs later.

A key bonus is the early arrival meet and greet. You get a souvenir printed photo with the cast as part of your ticket. Reviews and the show description make it clear this isn’t a rushed photo op where you’re in and out. You’ll typically get the feeling that you’re joining their night, not just watching from the edge of the room.

Dinner Timing and Table Service: How the Meal Works With the Show

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The show is designed around dinner, so meals are served while the entertainment keeps rolling. That’s a big deal if you hate the “dinner first, show later” approach. MHT stays on rhythm. Instead of one big dining block, it’s built to keep the audience from tuning out while they eat.

What’s on the menu

Here’s the menu structure you should expect:

  • Starter: vegetable soup
  • Main: turkey roast dinner, including turkey, roast and mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and gravy
  • Dessert: ice cream served as a typical end-of-meal sweet, with many guests referencing Vienetta in practice

If you’re vegetarian, the option is bean-based steak (so it’s not just a sad side dish situation). Dietary requirements can be accommodated, and it’s worth telling them ahead of time so you’re not stuck trying to guess last minute.

Kids meal option

For children, there’s an option for the same adult meal, or kids can choose chicken nuggets and wedges. That makes it easier for families, especially if you’ve got picky eaters.

The Main Production: Live Vocals, Queens, Dancers, and Comedy in English

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The big show segment is the part you’ll remember when you’re back home. MHT is a full-scale production, and it shows in the way the cast is described: it’s not just queens on stage. You also get dancers and vocalists, and the singing is live.

The production uses a mix of performance styles—singing, dancing, comedy mime, and stand-up comedy—so it doesn’t feel like one long genre mash. The pacing is also built to give you laughs, then music moments, then stage business, then back to jokes.

Audience interaction is part of the script

MHT openly includes interactions through the night. Expect banter, crowd work, and singalong moments. Some guests describe it as flirt-y but playful rather than mean.

One review note matters for parents: the show is described as family friendly and never crude, but there can still be sexual innuendo or double entendre. If your group includes smaller kids, I’d treat it like an adult-leaning comedy show that happens to be family friendly overall.

English matters here

The show is performed entirely in English, including the stand-up comedy portion and interactions. This is one reason I’d put it ahead of generic drag nights where you only get the visual side. You’ll get the jokes, not just the reaction.

Finale and Singalongs: How the Night Lands

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Most shows end with a quick curtain call. MHT finishes with a true finale feel: singalongs, surprises, and more audience energy. This helps the evening feel complete, especially if you’re going as a couple or a group with mixed tastes.

The finale part is also where the cast feel most present. You might notice hosts and performers like Shona (often mentioned as a compare) and others such as Jamie or Juicy J in different show memories. Those names aren’t “official tour guides,” but they give you a sense that familiar faces are part of the performance team and the host energy can differ by location and night.

Venue Reality Check: Vivo Show Bar and Getting Seated

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MHT has moved to the Vivo Show Bar at Vivo Minigolf, Avenida Rafael Puig Lluvina 7, 38650 Playa de las Américas. So if you’re used to how these shows were set up in other years or places, double-check your confirmation and arrival details before you head out.

The newer venue is frequently described as clean and cozy rather than huge. That helps in a few ways:

  • You can hear and see better than in a mega room
  • Audience interaction feels closer
  • The place doesn’t swallow the show with echo

You’ll also get table service during the night, and that reduces the “wait in line during the show” problem. In reviews, staff are called attentive and on the ball with orders, which is exactly what you want in a dinner performance.

If you’re sensitive about sound (or you’re traveling with anxiety around crowds), it’s worth requesting a table adjustment when you arrive. One guest specifically asked to avoid being near speakers and was moved to a better spot.

Price and Value: What $52 Really Covers

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Let’s do the practical math in your head. Your ticket includes:

  • The full comedy drag dinner experience
  • A 3-part show with around 2 hours of entertainment
  • A 3-course homemade meal
  • Meet and greet with the cast plus a printed souvenir photo
  • Table service throughout

That’s why so many people call it good value. You’re basically paying for a night with a real stage production plus a meal, not “just entertainment.” In a typical bar-night setup in the Canaries, you’d spend money on drinks and still get far less structure for your evening.

Now the trade-off is simple: drinks aren’t included. Reviews put drinks pricing as similar to what you’d expect in a venue like this, including comments about cocktail jugs and per-item costs. If you want to keep the budget steady, decide early whether you’ll have one drink or make it a full social night.

Merchandise exists, but that’s optional.

Who This Is Best For (And Who Might Want to Think Twice)

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MHT works best when you want a fun, social night with laughter and music, and when you’re okay being part of the action.

This suits:

  • Couples who want a different dinner than the usual restaurant routine
  • Friends who like games, crowd work, and singalongs
  • Families looking for a comedy show with a meal attached

It may be less ideal if:

  • You dislike audience participation at shows
  • You want a low-stimulation evening without jokes that include double entendre
  • You’re trying to keep all spending super strict since drinks are extra and can add up

If you’re traveling with accessible needs, the show is listed as wheelchair accessible, and they ask you to advise about wheelchairs or prams plus any medical issues so you can have a comfortable night.

Booking Tips That Actually Help

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MHT sells seats, and the show is built around getting the night right, so I’d book early rather than assume you can walk in. Here are a few more useful moves:

  • Plan to arrive on time for the best pre-show atmosphere.
  • If you’re celebrating (birthday, anniversary), bring that up when you can. Some guests mention birthday shout-outs and special moments.
  • If you have dietary needs, request them in advance. Vegetarian is covered, and kids have a defined alternative meal.
  • Think about sound if you’re booking for sensitive ears. It’s possible to ask for a table change once you’re there.

Should You Book MHT in Tenerife South?

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I’d book this if you want a packaged night out that feels like a proper production: live vocals, comedy, costumes, a real dinner, and a souvenir photo. At this price point, it’s one of the stronger “value for your evening” options because the ticket covers more than the stage show alone.

I’d skip it (or adjust expectations) if you prefer quiet, sit-back entertainment with zero crowd involvement, or if your group is very concerned about double entendre content. It’s family friendly in intention, but it’s still comedy drag with jokes that run a little cheeky.

If you’re standing in Tenerife choosing between a standard dinner and a show with a meal attached, MHT is the one that turns dinner into a memory.

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