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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
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Ever on with each rising sun.
To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.
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Dh and I are probably going to Las Vegas in June. What are your favorite shows and why? I am possibly considering Cirque du Soleil (although not sure which one - KA or Mystere) and Wayne Brady (I think he's hilarious). I would love your opinions. . . The last time we went was only for about 2 days, so we really didn't get to do anything but sightsee, so I'm completely clueless about shows!!
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Amanda - I've seen 3 of the 5 Cirque shows on Las Vegas - O, Mystere and Love. Mystere is my personal favorite. I the feeling of the show. It is most classic Cirque show of the 3 I've seen. O is technically brilliant. If you're into amazing ttechnology - I'd go there. Love is wonderful as well. It has a definite Cirque flavor and if you're a fan of the Beatle's it would be hard to beat. I haven't seen Ka yet - but want to.
Some other's I've enjoyed - Danny Gans at the Mirage - great impressions and you could take any one with you. He appeals to all ages. Lance Burton at the Monte Carlo. Great magician. Very folksy. His slight of hand tricks are wonderful! I'd to see Bette or Elton John, but the price tag is pretty high. Maybe if I win big some day.
Others I've seen and enjoyed - Rita Rudner, Seoncd City, Clint Holmes (although I don't think he's there now).
We saw Ka, O and Zumanity by Cirque du Soleil on our last visit and we felt O was the best of the bunch by miles. We just adored that show, it was stunning. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the Cirque shows though - we love them all.
Thank you all so much. Lesley, thanks for seeing so many shows!!! I have a feeling I'm going to take yours and Cheryl's advice and see O. My mom and her DBF love Danny Gans!! I've actually seen a DVD they bought while there and he is pretty good. That's probably another one we'll do. Thanks again guys!!
I have been to Vegas quite a few times so I am very excited for you!!! My favorite Cirque du Soliel show is "O" - is just like the water theme. Also, loved Danny Gans, Carrot Top, and Mamma Mia. This past October I went with my husband and parents and we saw The Producers and The Rat Pack is Back. Both these shows were excellent. I am in my 40's and can honestly say that the Rat Pack show was one of the best I've ever seen.
Another less expensive option is the American Superstars(I think that is the name - it is the one at the Imperial Palace). It is an impersonation show (Not female impersonators) and always a lot of fun!!!
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I am taking my mom to vegas in may. I have tickets to danny gans, rita rudner and the improv. She likes the Improv because you get to see three comics and the price is lower than other shows. And have decided to get tickets to see one of the cirque shows too, probably mystere I have heard such good reviews on it. Have fun in June!
I HIGHLY recommend Stomp Out Loud at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino. High energy, amazing music made from ordinary everyday objects (ie: rubber hoses, kitchen sinks, brooms, sticks, car keys and even cigarette lighters) paired with awesome dance moves. It is family friendly and a must see!!! See link:
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The only show I've seen that's also playing in Vegas is Blue Man Group (I think it's the same everywhere). We didn't care for it, though. Just not the type of entertainment we like, I guess. We thought there was no "story line" or anything. I don't know. But others have liked the show so you really gotta see for yourself. On the other hand, there are very few people who don't like Cirque, so maybe that says something also.
You know, you'd think living in Vegas, I would've seen more shows. I've seen 4.
If you are looking for showgirls (old Vegas) go to Bally's Jubilee. Depending on your tastes, they have clothed (expect to see kids) shows and topless (18+). A very good show. We were offered drinks and if I remember right, the waitress keep coming around.
Zumanity is another favorite of mine. Playing at NY NY and brought to you by Cirque. People either like it or hate it. It is all about sex. As soon as you walk in, performers are walking around in barely nothing. Hubby and I liked it, but if you go, try to get center seating. We sat along the side in loveseats. Great concept except that from the side, you miss a lot of what is happening on stage. Audience participation in this show. They do serve food. It is in a box, like you might get on an airplane, but better. Salads, sushi, etc. Drinks too, but not a full service bar. They have a select few and if you don't like them fruity, you're out of luck.
Amazing Jonathon (Sahara-was at the Riviera when we saw him). Amazing on TV. On stage... He was a hubby favorite. Not anymore. Audience participation (mainly to be made fun of.)
The last was isn't playing anymore, so that tells you how bad it was.
Oh, Thunder from Down Under (Excalibur). I know, you're with your hubby, but I want to say it was a good show, though the show room sucked. You know, women are mean when it comes to beefcakes. The line was long . No assigned seating, so there was a mad rush to get in the front. The seating was odd. Set up like banquet tables. If you were on the second level, there was no audience participation at all. The bar was hard to get too as the lines were horrible and the drinks watered down.
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the feeling of the show. It is most classic Cirque show of the 3 I've seen. O is technically brilliant. If you're into amazing ttechnology - I'd go there. Love is wonderful as well. It has a definite Cirque flavor and if you're a fan of the Beatle's it would be hard to beat. I haven't seen Ka yet - but want to. 
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He was a hubby favorite. Not anymore. Audience participation (mainly to be made fun of.) 
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