Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn

Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn at Beef And Boards Dinner Theatre

What happens when a showman tries to quit show business—and turns his farmhouse into a stage instead? On December 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM, Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn comes to Beef And Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. It's the stage musical, not a film screening, and it gives the season a warm, live spin that's hard to find on your couch.

The story starts with a big decision. Entertainer Jim walks away from show business for a Connecticut farmhouse. Then he meets schoolteacher Linda, and the two turn the place into an inn that puts on a show for each holiday. It's a tale about starting over, finding joy in a quieter life and wondering whether the spotlight still calls. Then Jim's friend Ted shows up. He wants Linda as his Hollywood dance partner, and that sets up a romantic tug-of-war that keeps the stakes personal.

Best of all, the score is pure Irving Berlin. The local description names Blue Skies, Easter Parade, Cheek to Cheek and White Christmas. Those are songs many of us have carried around for years, and hearing them woven into a living, breathing romance can feel like meeting old friends again. The setting also moves through holidays across the year, so this isn't only a Christmas outing. It's a Sunday-afternoon plan for family, friends or anyone who wants classic melodies and a heartfelt story in one sitting. Pick your seats for this Indianapolis stage production and secure your place at Holiday Inn.