No Las Vegas trip should be complete without taking in a couple of shows. Shows in Las Vegas take entertainment to a completely new level with tons of glamor, glitz, and some major headliners. If you are planning a trip to Vegas, be sure to book the shows that you wish to see before your arrival if at all possible since a number of the top shows are sold out months in advance.
Cirque de Soleil (Circus of the Sun) has four long-standing productions in Vegas with additional shows in planning stages. Their first show, at first projected to run for a short time, was so successful that it was signed on indefinitely. Cirque de Soleil is based in Quebec, Canada and in the beginning began with a couple of street performers. It is a circus with no animals and the productions in Las Vegas do not use a circus tent. The shows\’ main performers are remarkable acrobats whose performances defy the imagination. After experiencing one of the Cirque De Soleil productions in Vegas you might just start to believe people can really fly.
\”O\”, one of the Cirque de Soleil shows, can be found at the Bellagio. This awe inspiring production not only features acrobats but also features astonishing synchronized swimmers. The stage \”magically\” transforms into a swimming pool and then reverts to a solid stage! Actually observing this performance is the only way to truly comprehend the show\’s \”wow\” factor. There are clowns and fire-eaters in the mix at \”O\” as well. This truly unique production offers an exceptional good time for the entire family.
Mystere, another Cirque de Soleil production, is staged at the Treasure Island Hotel and Casino. Honored eight times as \”Best Production Show\” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal newspaper, Mystere includes an incredibly talented cast of 72 performers that include singers, dancers, musicians and champion-caliber acrobats. The inspiring imagery is mesmerizing, the costumes are vibrant and the music is simply unparalleled. The actors who portray birds seem to grow plumage right before your eyes. This is the show that all other Cirque de Soleil shows are compared to.
Penn & Teller now perform in their own theatre at the Rio Hotel and Casino. This duo of tricksters/comedians/magicians has been performing together for over 30 years. They have been signed to a continuing contract with the Rio. Penn Gillette declares \”This is not your typical Las Vegas show,\” as the show begins, and then, for the next 90 minutes, they back up that declaration with pure entertainment. The show combines elements from many of their well known productions with newly prepared material that is specially developed for their new Las Vegas show. Even when the tricks are explained, the smoothness, poise, and speed with which the illusions are performed is mind boggling.
Criss Angel astonishes audiences at the Luxor Las Vegas. This show is beyond magical, it is downright amazing. You may have watched Criss Angel on his television series, Criss Angel: Mindfreak. After enjoying this show don\’t be surprised if you walk out believing that magic is real. This show captivates the audience. Young and old alike will be astounded by this magical extravaganza.
Rita Rudner has settled into a new home in Las Vegas at Harrah\’s and puts on a side-splitting comedy show. Rita\’s secret comedy weapon is a rapier-like wit wrapped up in a soft-spoken delivery that sneaks up on, and then, like a stealth fighter, strikes your funny bone. She captivates audiences with her clever observations, precise timing and Gracie Allen-like deadpan style. With her gentle voice, porcelain skin and big, innocent looking blue eyes, Rita shatters the stereotype of vulgar, tough comediennes through poise, intelligence, and class.
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