Best Shows in Las Vegas Planet Hollywood
Las Vegas is the place to enjoy incredible shows, and even more so when they are presented in such dazzling settings as Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
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Whoever thinks of Las Vegas thinks of shows, lights, music, special effects, choreography, humor, magic, stunts and the best performances and interpretations in the world. If you are looking for what to see and do in Las Vegas you should know that in the city of sin there is everything and at all times in incredible scenarios.
Located on the Las Vegas Strip, Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, offers shows for all tastes in its V Theater & Saxe Theater, and in its Zappos Theater, where world-famous stars perform "only in Las Vegas". Illusionism and magic, tributes to classic horror movies and the Motown sound, Zombies and Burlesque and, above all, a lot of humor, is what you will find at Planet Hollywood shows in Las Vegas.
1. The Mentalist
One of Planet Hollywood's favorite shows is The Mentalist, a show that will surprise you with the amount of things Gerry McCambridge can know about you even though he has never seen you before in his life. It's a show that includes comedy, magic, games and mental powers that you can enjoy with the whole family.
Gerry McCambridge, the mentalist who knows everything about you, was voted the best magician in Las Vegas by the Review Journal, and has shared the stage with renowned illusionist Criss Angel. If you like interactive shows and surprise you at every turn, don't hesitate to go see this show, where some of your most hidden secrets could come to light.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour
- Days and Hours: Every night at 7.30 pm
- Location: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 30 EUR.
2. VEGAS! The Show
VEGAS! The show is nothing more and nothing less than a tribute show to Las Vegas: its musical icons and the productions that made it one of the most visited cities in the world come together to offer you this magnificent show, suitable for the whole family.
Choreography, feathers, great vocal performances, exuberant costumes, live big band and all the musical legends of Las Vegas are part of this show that will undoubtedly be a truly exciting experience.
Its creator, David Saxe, set out to tell the story of Las Vegas in a show, and he succeeded with flying colors. Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Gladys Knight & The Pips and many other musical icons appear on stage to celebrate the impressive legacy of Las Vegas. Want to know why Las Vegas is Las Vegas? Don't miss this show!
Helpful Info
- Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Days and times: Every night at 7 pm
- Location: Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 60 EUR.
3. Las Vegas Live Comedy Club
A show to make you laugh until your stomach hurts is a must during your visit to Las Vegas, so don't hesitate to make your way to see the Las Vegas Live Comedy Club.
If you enjoy stand up, you will love listening to the most outstanding comedians in the United States tell their craziest anecdotes on one of the best stages on the Las Vegas Strip, at Planet Hollywood.
One by one, comedians from Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Boston and many other cities will parade on stage with their hilarious witticisms to make you laugh non-stop for the entire duration of their hilarious shows. Don't think about it too much, at Las Vegas Live Comedy Club the fun is more than guaranteed.
Useful information about Las Vegas Live Comedy Club
- Duration: 1 hour
- Days and Hours: Every night at 9 pm
- Venue: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 100 EUR.
4. Nathan Burton Magic Show
Illusion shows are a classic in Las Vegas, and the Nathan Burton Magic Show is sure to give you more than you expect. After participating in American Got Talent and becoming a television hit, Nathan Burton has landed in Las Vegas to dazzle visitors with his incredible magic illusions.
The Nathan Burton Magic Show is a show for the whole family where you will see amazing acts that will make you jump out of your seat more than once. In addition, you will have the chance to interact with the magician, when he performs tricks very close to you. It is not by chance that the Nathan Burton Magic Show was voted "the No. 1 magic show of the evening in Las Vegas" and there is never a lack of enthusiastic audiences at all of his presentations.
Useful Information
- Duration: 1 hour
- Days and Hours: Tuesday through Sunday at 4 p.m. (and 2 or 5 p.m. on select dates)
- Venue: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: around 100 EUR.
5. Criss Angel Mindfreak
Criss Angel's Mindfreak, considered "the number 1 magic show in the world" by LV Sun, is a must if you visit Las Vegas. Dizzying rhythm, levitations, special effects, humor, lights, incredible costumes and everything you could ask for from a show created to amaze you every minute.
Mindfreak includes the magician's most famous illusions, which number around 75, his acclaimed levitations and his most recent illusions. To the amazing display of magic and illusionism is added the great charisma of Criss Angel, who has captured the audience for more than a decade. It is no coincidence that today he is considered one of the greatest illusionists in the world.
Criss Angel has earned this recognition thanks to the high level of production that his illusionism shows have, in which the most sophisticated and innovative technology is deployed. He even has his own theater in Las Vegas: the Criss Angel Theater at Planet Hollywood.
Mindfreak is also the name of the TV show Criss Angel directed in A&E that made him famous. Besides being an illusionist and escapologist, he also dedicated himself to music, when he was the lead singer of the heavy metal band called Angel, between 1989 and 1992. You will surely hear his music at Mindfreak, one of the ** best shows in Las Vegas and the world**.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Days and times: Every night at 7 pm.
- Place: The Criss Angel Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 90 EUR.
You can buy them on their website.
6. Criss Angel AMYSTIKA
If you go to see Criss Angel Mindfreak and want to see something equally spectacular, why not see the Criss Angel and Franco Dragone show? Everything is possible in Las Vegas. AMYSTIKA is the prequel to Mindfreak by Criss Angel and Franco Dragone where special effects, illusionism and death-defying feats will amaze you like never before.
AMYSTIKA tells the story of a boy, Christopher, who must overcome his darkest moments to achieve his greatest dream: to become a great magician. The dreamlike and the terrifying are not lacking in this spectacular work, which is complemented with the right dose of humor, by Mike Hammer, a well-known comedian from Las Vegas.
Franco Dragone is a Belgian theater director and founder of the Dragone Company, well known for his creations for Cirque du Soleil, especially Mystère, and his non-traditional circus productions in Nouvelle Expérience and Saltimbanco.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Days and times: Every evening at 7 p.m.
- Place: The Criss Angel Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 90 EUR.
You can buy them on this website.
7. V The ultimate variety show
Described as "the perfect show for the whole family", V The ultimate variety show will make you jump out of your seat. It's not only fun, it's thrilling: watching the acrobats in their daredevil acts will take your breath away more than once.
Magic, special effects, music and lots of humor add to the show's gravity-defying acrobatics and adrenaline-fueled rhythm. If you're looking for a good variety show, don't hesitate and reserve a seat for a great time.
V The ultimate variety show, created by David Saxe, who has his own theater at Planet Hollywood, The Saxe Theatre, has been presented in Las Vegas since 2002 and today includes more than 12 short performances, whose stars have appeared on shows such as America's Got Talent, I Can Do That! and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Useful Information
- Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Days and times: Every night at 7 and 8:30 p.m.
- Location: Saxe Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 40 EUR.
8. Motown Revue- Hitzville the show
Lovers of the Motown era and music of all times will love this show where good music is the main protagonist. A carefully selected selection of songs and very talented singers come together to bring you this truly glamorous musical show at the V Theater. You will see a trio of female voices, a quartet of male voices and the Hitzville big band perform.
At Hitzville The show you will hear songs by The Supremes, Tina Turner, The Temptations, and Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Jackson Five, Stevie Wonder and many more. Among its performers is Jin Jin Reeves, a talented and multifaceted singer who shines on stage, bringing to life the musical classics of all times.
Motown is a legendary record label founded in 1959 by Berry Gordy Junior that broke racial barriers and managed to get African-American music heard on all radios. Such was its success that its sound began to be recognized as Motown sound, being characteristic of the label.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Days and Hours: Every night at 5.30 pm
- Venue: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 35 EUR.
9. Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre
If you're looking for a show for the whole family, Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre should be at the top of your list, especially if you're traveling with children. This show features more than 30 versatile performers on stage: none other than cats and dogs whose exploits you won't believe.
Gregory Popovich, its creator and co-star, is a circus performer who was part of the Moscow, Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circuses. Directed by Popovich, the animals perform feats of balance, tricks and gymnastics, which will surely make you fall in love.
The interesting thing is that all the animals that participate were rescued from shelters before being part of Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre. One more reason not to miss this show that has been successful in more than 20 countries, such as Germany, Mexico, Chile, Holland and Belgium, among others. If you are looking for things to do in Las Vegas with kids, this show is a great alternative.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Days and Hours: Every day at 2.30 pm
- Venue: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 35 EUR.
10. Zombie Burlesque
As you've probably guessed from its name, Zombie Burlesque is a hilarious, witty, provocative and sensual adult show. Created by the same producers of VEGAS! The show, this variety show stars the best actors and dancers in Las Vegas.
Are you going to miss it?
Burlesque, humor, zombies, feats of balance and strength, magic and illusion tricks, choreography and a live big band are presented on stage in this bizarre and original show that pays homage to the horror movies of the 40s, 50s and 60s.
Behind this show there is a very interesting story: zombies and humans coexist in an imaginary society, after the president of the United States made a peace pact with them in 1958. These zombies, who live in Las Vegas, opened Club Z where they present this suggestive, sensual and funny show.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Days and Hours: Every night at 8 pm.
- Venue: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 70 EUR.
11. Stripper 101
Can you imagine coming back from Las Vegas with an official stripper certificate? Yes, in addition to getting married in Las Vegas you can also take your stripper certificate with you. Anything is possible in Sin City. Perfect for a girls' night out or a bachelorette party, Stripper 101 at the V Theater is an interactive proposal where you can have a great time while learning real pole dance moves and exotic dances.
Stripper 101 is not only a show, but a real dance class, where you will receive tips to perform like an experienced exotic dancer. And of course, if you take the class you will have your stripper certificate with your name on it, which will remain as a souvenir of what is sure to be a magnificent night.
In this show you will learn enough to get started in these sexy dances, but if you want to continue learning, keep in mind that Stripper 101 also gives private lessons. Need another reason to attend this show? Cocktails and original photos will not be missing during this show that invites you to connect with your sensuality in a very fun way.
Useful information
- Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Days and times:
Tuesday at 4:30 pm Friday at 1:30, 3, 3, 4:30 and 6 pm Saturday at 12, 1:30, 3, 4:30 and 6 pm Sunday at 3 and 4:30 pm.
- Venue: V Theater, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
- Ticket price: Around 60 EUR.
12. Rainstorm Show
At the Miracle Mile Shops there is a show that you can enjoy for free and almost every hour, which you will find very relaxing in the hectic Las Vegas. The Rainstorm Show is a light, sound and water show that attempts to emulate a thunderstorm inside Suite 5002 of the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, where there is also a water fountain.
If you're looking for a quiet moment before or after a show at Planet Hollywood, after lunch or when you visit the Miracle Mile Shops, this show will be perfect for you. Because can you imagine anything more relaxing than a thunderstorm in a city in the middle of the desert, where it rarely rains? As I said before, everything is possible in Las Vegas, and a thunderstorm inside Miracle Mile Shops is one of those possibilities.
Some useful information
- Days and Hours:
Tuesday through Thursday hourly from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday every half hour from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Location: Suite 5002, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd S inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.