what shows?

[TOMIGRL85]

We will be in Vegas Mar 31-Apr 4(sun-thurs) and not sure what shows to see. From my research we are thinking of Danny Ganns, Dr Naughty, & Midnight Fantasy or Skin tight. Have not seen alot of reviews on Dr Naughty but it sounded interesting. My husband & I are not easily offened. Have also seen great reviews on BMG but it did not sound interesting to me, is it really as great as they say. Any help would be greatly apprecitated.

[Sonya]

Depends on what kinds of shows you like and what you're interested in. I wouldn't go see Dr Naughty because I don't like hypnotists and I've heard his show is really stupid. I'm also not a big fan of the showgirl/topless shows.

I like to recommend Lance Burton and Mystere. Scintas are supposed to be good, but we haven't seen them yet. Also Rat Pack is Back has gotten some favorable comments.

For something different, what about Tony & Tina's Wedding? It's sort of interactive theater where you are a guest at a most dysfunctional family gathering.

I'm pretty sure it was Jubilee that David Berman so highly recommended around here somewhere. I trust him a lot and would go see it if I were interested in that type of production show.

[steve and katrina]

for an expensive show, that is good for the money is bottoms up at the flamingo. its a comedy, review and musical all in one.
just our thoughts.

[Dane]

I'm not a big fan of Skin Tight at the Flamingo. It was a "free" show, but I still felt as though I paid too much. The topless portion of the show was about 5% of the time and I hate to say it, but the show could have used more. The ushers hold out their hands when seating you. The jokes/comedy are old and delivered flat. I could not wait for it to end.

Rita Rudner this past summer at NY NY was a good show. It's a small house so most of the seats are pretty good. My wife and I both enjoy her deadpan humor. I thought it was cool seeing someone live that I have seen on TV for many years. Rita came out to the show exit after her performance to sign her book and meet the audience.

We saw Splash at the Riviera 3 years ago (before they re-tooled it and raised the price) and it was a good show for the price. Quite a variety act. There was everything from a mermaid in a fish tank to motorcycles going upside down in a big mesh steel ball. Topless at the evening show was about 20% of the time. It was worth the money at $29, but I'd have to guess they went a bit high with the current pricing (I have not seen the new show).

Last spring we saw Midnight Fantasies at Luxor. First, we picked-up a tall margaritas at the Mexican bar before getting in line to enter the show, so we had an hour long wait to allow the drinks to take effect. It was a very entertaining show. About 80% was topless, so be prepared to see boobies. The music was rock'n, the dancing was good, and they had one male performer (clothes on) that sang and danced wonderfully and really made the show pop. Even one of the ushers provided entertainment on the way in (an armless man delivering a string of armless and handicapped jokes)(it sounds bad, but he was very entertaining and funny). Well worth the $29 ticket price.

We saw EFX at MGM 3 years ago when Tommy Tune was the lead. It was my first Las Vegas show, so I was blown away. I'm not sure if it was the actual performance or the special effects and bone shaking sound effects, but my wife and I really enjoyed the show.

[Lmadrid]

I saw Danny Gans in Aug. of 2000. He was absolutely hilarious. I've only laughed that hard a few times in my life. I think his ticket prices have gone up a little bit, but he was worth the money we paid without a doubt.

We also saw "O" on that trip. Yes, we paid almost $100 per person, but it was so amazing and unique. I would pay to see it again b/c I'm sure there were elements that I didn't catch the first time since there was so much going on. We're planning to see Mystere this time around to continue the cirque de solie theme.

[Comeoutroll]

I'm with Sonya. Lance Burton is reasonable and a great show. For nostalgia I saw Wayne Newton a couple of times. I plan on seeing Clint Holmes and Mystere next time. I also heard (I still can't believe this) that the new Charo show was really good. Thought I saw way too much of her in the 70's but I guess you never know!

[Lmadrid]

Also, I live in Boston, where Blue Man Group started, and I've seen it about 3 times here. I love it. It's very unique, different from anything you'll ever see. I've never heard of anyone not liking the show.