Making a big production of it.
Ask people up and down the Strip and they won't be shy: Big-time production shows still get the thumbs up. In fact, these extravaganzas have come to define live entertainment in Las Vegas. So whether it's the latest Cirque show, an adults-only variety act or simply the next big thing, this much is certain: It's going to be big and you're going to need advance tickets.
more...The best Las Vegas shows tend to be, of course, big. After all, this is a town built on the spectacular: big musical numbers, big stars and big production value.Take, for example, the Tournament of Kings at Excalibur. This epic blend of fantasy and humor is part action movie and part feast, putting you tableside at the Round Table in King Arthur's Court. The high-flying acrobats of KA by Cirque du Soleil at MGM Grand will leave you speechless. This show combines futuristic fight scenes of The Matrix with the timeless set design of Mad Max.Jubilee! at Bally's Las Vegas is the grande dame of all production shows. It features several lines of traditional showgirls and A-list variety acts, and even a stage-sized sinking of the Titanic nightly!America's Best Dance Crew winner, Jabbawockeez, on the other hand, is something completely different. Its new show opens at the Luxor in 2013! The acclaimed dance troupe tunes you in to MÜS.I.C., what the group refers to as "an audiovisual story of inspiration brought to life through the harmonization of sound and movement."Dressed in expressionless white masks and white gloves, these cutting-edge dancers help you "see the music," providing striking visuals and intricate moves that leave audiences in awe. For a wildly entertaining twist on more traditional Las Vegas live shows, you've got to check out V - Ultimate Variety Show at Planet Hollywood. Magic. Music. Comedy. Even death-defying stunts. This show has something for everyone. Featuring high-energy acts that range from the heartfelt to the downright bizarre, "V" is one of those Las Vegas performances you have to write home about.
Wynn Las Vegas
Venue: Wynn Theater
Show Time: 7pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: 5+
Mirage
Venue: LOVE Theater
Show Time: 7pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: 5+
Treasure Island - TI
Venue: Mystère Theatre
Show Time: 7pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: None
New York - New York
Venue: Zumanity Theatre
Show Time: 7:30pm & 10pm
Age Restriction: 18+
Monte Carlo Hotel & Casino
Venue: Monte Carlo Theatre
Show Time: 7pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: None
Aria at CityCenter
Venue: Aria Theatre
Show Time: 7pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: 5+; under 18 must be accompanied by adult
MGM Grand
Venue: KÀ Theatre
Show Time: 7pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: None
Bellagio
Venue: O Theatre
Show Time: 7:30pm & 10pm
Age Restriction: 5+
Paris Las Vegas
Venue: Le Theatre des Arts
Show Time: Tue & Sat 6:30pm & 9:30pm; Sun, Wed - Fri 7pm
Planet Hollywood
Venue: Planet Hollywood Showroom
Show Time: 9:30pm; Fri - Sat 8pm & 10:30pm
Age Restriction: 18+
Bally's
Venue: Jubilee! Theatre
Show Time: 7:30pm & 10:30pm; Sat 7:30 show is non-topless
Age Restriction: 18+
Excalibur
Venue: King Arthur's Arena
Show Time: Mon, Fri 6pm; Wed -Thu & Sat - Sun 6pm & 8:30pm
Age Restriction: none
New York - New York
Venue: The Broadway Theater
Show Time: 7pm
Flamingo
Venue: Flamingo Showroom
Show Time: 4pm & 9:30pm
Age Restriction: 5+
Mandalay Bay
Venue: Mandalay Bay Theatre
Show Time: 7pm & 10pm
Sample prices for shows include taxes but do not include per ticket fees. Offers and pricing is based on availability.
