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Shows To See In Las Vegas
Here's A Short Lineup Of Some Great Las Vegas Shows
By: Dwain Berlin
New York City used to make much of its reputation as a city that never slept. Although Las Vegas is arguably even more exciting than New York. Las Vegas is entertainment through and through. Nearly every visitor to Las Vegas sees one or more shows. The problem in Las Vegas is not in finding entertainment but rather in deciding which show to see.
Amazing Variety
Las Vegas shows range from free to more than one hundred dollars for a ticket, and you will pay dearly if you buy from a scalper. The show styles include Broadway theatre productions, comedy shows, headliners, magic shows, trade shows, discount shows, and even more. Some of the best shows to see in Las Vegas have been running for years while some road shows pass through or run for only a short time.
The Blue Man Group
At the Venetian is a very popular Las Vegas show. The Blue Man Group, characterized by the blue grease paint actors wear on their faces and heads, produces shows that are designed to be "excitement-generating." Fans of this show continue to come back for repeat performances. Performances are at the Blue Man Theatre inside Venetian.
For Adults Only
Jubilee! at Bally's is another popular show to see in Las Vegas. Jubilee has been running for 25 years and features nearly 100 performers during the seven-act production. The show is at the Jubliee! Theatre at Bally's. This production is for adults only.
MGM Grand's Crazy Horse Paris features members of the original Paris cast. Crazy Horse Paris is an adults only theatrical production that celebrates the nude human form with the use of lights, film, and choreographed movement.
Cirque du Soleil
Produces several shows in Las Vegas. LOVE is a celebration of the Beatles' music and legacy. This show originated as a result of Cirque founder Guy Laliberte's friendship with George Harrison. Mystere at Treasure Island brings together energetic, athletic performances to consider life's mysteries.
MAMMA MIA! is an extremely popular musical world-wide. Set in the Greek Islands, MAMMA MIA! recounts a tale of a mother, her daughter, and three potential fathers. Audiences around the world have come to love this enjoyable production. Shows are at the Mandalay Theatre and feature the music of ABBA.
Las Vegas is also home to Phantom - The Las Vegas Spectacular. Phantom brings several members of the original Phantom of the Opera creative team back together for this production.
From Days Of Yore
Monty Python's Spamalot is a musical based on King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table and portrayed in the film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Spamalot is performed at the Grail Theatre at Wynn Las Vegas.
Comedy Shows
One of Las Vegas's better-known comedy shows is Penn & Teller. Penn & Teller perform live six nights each week at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino.
Las Vegas is also home to many headliner shows. George Carlin brings his comedy to the Orleans Showroom at the Orleans. David Spade entertains audiences with comedy at Planet Hollywood Showroom at Planet Hollywood. Danny Gans blends music, comedy, and acting into a popular show at the Danny Gans Theatre at the Mirage.
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