Today we got a press release from over at Fanny Hill telling us they'll be closing the live theatre part of the business after the current show ends – after 35 years of productions. (The restaurant slash theatre  slash inn made a similar announcement back in July of 2009, only to bring the theater back two months later.) From the press release ...

Fanny Hill to End Dinner Theatre

Dennis Heyde, owner of Fanny Hill, announced today that the current Elvis Show will end 35 years of producing and performing live theatre shows at Fanny Hill.

“We are heartbroken to see Don Hodgins, Theatre Director, and Lois Hodgins, Group Sales Manager for the Theatre, end their 33 year tenure with Fanny Hill,” stated Heyde.

“Our showroom is simply too small to compete with the large venues available in other community theaters. Fanny Hill productions have been six to eight week runs, which are necessary due to the need to hire paid actors and staff. Unfortunately, these long runs are not drawing the number of patrons necessary to cover the expenses,” stated Heyde.

Fanny Hill is and continues to be a full service restaurant. Fanny Hill, which boasts many dining awards over the years, continues to offer upscale casual dining in their restaurant. They also offer a venue for local musicians to entertain every Wednesday night during the winter in the Riverview Room and in the summer every Monday, Wednesday and Sunday night on their massive deck overlooking the Chippewa River Valley.

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The current Dinner Theater will be converted to another large banquet room for up to 200 people. This room will be unique and will also provide a space to have specialty shows as the current stage will remain in place.

Media Inquiries, please contact:
Dennis Heyde (715) 726-9094 / (800) 435-2964