The Horrifying

Tale of the

Brothers

Grimm

Tickets now available

Tickets are sold in pairs. $149 includes a three-course meal and table for 2.

Journey into old-world Germany with Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm in this dark new theatrical reimagining of the famous brothers behind the world’s most haunting fairy tales. As political unrest spreads beneath a tyrannical regime, the brothers take refuge in a speakeasy above Water St Cafe, uncovering disturbing secrets, and transforming tragic real-life experiences into the twisted stories that would define generations.

The reserved and dependable Jacob struggles to protect both his family and ideals, while the charming and reckless Wilhelm becomes entangled in dangerous romances that leave heartbreak in their wake. At the center of their lives are the women who inspire their tales: Dorothea, whose mysterious and violent past gives birth to the legend of Little Red Riding Hood, and Henrietta, whose passion for folklore and turbulent love affairs helps shape the dark romance of Cinderella. Also featured is Mrs. McGuinness, the cruel and eccentric barkeeper who may have inspired the villainous queens in the tales the brothers wrote. Plus, witness the return of a fan-favourite character from the Dinner with Jack the Ripper dinner show: Grizzly, the stoic man who knows how to make people disappear.

Blending history, romance, political rebellion, and gothic horror, this original story explores how love, loss, and cruelty inspired the fairy tales we thought we knew.

Reservations now open for October 14th, 21st, 28th, 30th and 31st.

Menu

Tickets are sold in pairs for $149.00 per duo including a delicious three course meal for two. Enjoy a shared journey through forbidden romance, political rebellion, dark forests, and the twisted origins of the stories we thought we knew.

APPETIZER

Dorothea’s Red Riding Hood Beet-Cured Salmon

Dill crème fraiche, pickled cucumber, rye crisp, and fresh dill. A beautiful beginning with a darker secret beneath the surface.

The Witch’s Garden Dark Tomato & Goat Cheese Tart

Slow-roasted tomato, whipped goat cheese, caramelized onion, black garlic, thyme, and balsamic glaze. A deep crimson creation from the enchanted garden, where beauty and darkness grow side by side.

ENTRÉE

Huntsman’s Feast Porchetta & Braised Pork Shoulder

Braised red cabbage, apple, mustard jus, and herbed cannellini bean salad. A rustic feast from the dark forest, inspired by the huntsman who walks between the civilized world and the unknown.

DESSERT FAMILY-STYLE

Henrietta’s Dark Cinderella Black Forest Chocolate Torte

Dark chocolate, sour cherry compote, vanilla cream, and chocolate crumble A seductive ending where romance, passion, and darkness meet, sweet at first, with a darker tale beneath

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Deliciously Immersive Dinner Theatre

Coming this October 14th, 21st, 28th, 30th and 31st…

At the elegant Water Street Café, overlooking the iconic steam clock, immerse yourself in a seductive dinner theatre experience that transports you to the smokey streets of historic Germany.

As you indulge in a sumptuous three course meal for two, the dark and dangerous speakeasy unfolds around you. The actors move between the tables and you will feel their breath, their secrets, and their unraveling destinies.

Alcohol is not included, but the restaurant offers a thoughtfully curated cocktail menu and a fantastic wine list. The romantic setting is sold exclusively in tables of two, perfect for lovers looking for a night out they’ll never forget.

Step inside the tavern where Vancouver’s most suspicious souls turn on one another in a night of accusations, betrayal, murder, and temptation. Everyone has something to hide.

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From the Creators of Gastown Witch Trials…

From the creators of the sold-out Gastown Witch Trials, Titanic Dinner Show, Dinner With The Ripper, and An Evening in The Court of Camelot, The Horrifying Tales of the Brothers Grimm is a stand-alone story and the next chapter in Vancouver’s most stylish immersive saga. Your ticket includes a full three-course gourmet dinner prepared by Water Street Café’s renowned kitchen, served at your own intimate candlelit table for two. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails or fine wines (available for purchase) while the 90 minute performance unfolds seamlessly around you. This experience is immersive, not interactive. There is no audience participation, only the pure magic of being swept into another time and place. For $149 per table (for two guests), you and your companion will enjoy an indulgent meal, exceptional live theatre, and rich, romantic atmosphere.

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Meet the cast

  • Show time is 7:00 and reservations are for 6:00 or 6:15. This ensures that you have time to get settled and enjoy the atmosphere before the experience begins! So you can feel confident arriving at the time of your reservation.

  • Yes! Water Street can provide a vegan, vegetarian, or gluten free variation of the set three course meal. Your server will confirm any dietary restrictions when you arrive.

  • No. The show is immersive but not interactive. You’ll feel as though you’ve stepped right into historic Berlin as the action unfolds around you in the intimate speakeasy setting. The actors perform throughout the space, but you won’t be asked to participate. You can simply relax, enjoy your meal, and watch the story come to life.

  • Show time is 7:00 and reservations are for 6:00 or 6:15. This ensures that you have time to get settled and enjoy the atmosphere before the experience begins! Water Street Café’s excellent staff will begin serving you right away, so you can begin your meal or enjoy some delicious wine or cocktails before the show. 6:00 reservations will be seated first, so you may want to select this option if you have a preference for seating. However, this production is delightfully immersive from every seat in the house.

  • We are running two shows on Halloween Day. Show times are 5:30 and 8:30. Reservations for 5:00 and 5:15 are for the 5:30 show. Reservations for 8:00 and 8:15 are for the 8:30 show.

    This ensures that you have time to get settled and enjoy the atmosphere before the experience begins! Water Street Café’s excellent staff will begin serving you right away, so you can begin your meal or enjoy some delicious wine or cocktails before the show. 5:00 and 8:00 reservations will be seated first, so you may want to select this option if you have a preference for seating. However, this production is delightfully immersive for every seat in the house.

  • Tickets are sold in pairs for $149.00 per duo. This includes a three-course meal for two and an immersive theatrical experience like no other.

  • To best accommodate the table layout and dining experience, tickets are only available in pairs.

    In order to book a table larger than 2, please make several reservations and contact Water Street Café directly via phone at (604) 689-2832 to arrange to be seated as a group.

  • Your reservation includes a full-service luxury dinner theatre experience like no other. As you indulge in a curated three course meal, you’ll be immersed in an evening of intrigue, where mystery unfolds around you.

  • Absolutely, Water Street’s culinary team is well-versed in handling allergies and can definitely accommodate.

  • Drinks are not included with the ticket, but a full selection of beverages will be available for purchase from the venue.

Dare to join us?

Dare to join us?