After being dark for almost eight months, entertainment is returning to the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip. The plug for these lights is back in the socket as headliners and showrooms return over the next few weeks.
As always, the entertainment capital of the world’s first priority is to keep its visitors healthy and safe. Therefore, the state government has put into effect a basic COVID-19 protocol. This initial phase of entertainment allows for a maximum audience of 250 guests, physically distanced at six feet between parties and a minimum of 25 feet from on-stage performers.
Please note in some cases the show’s venue may reflect a change from previous performances in order to meet all guidelines. Also, each showroom may differ from others per their size and seating arrangement. Masks are required at all shows.
Vegas resident and 16-year Luxor headliner, Carrot Top said, “Vegas entertainment is back. After eight long months, I’m so excited to announce the shows are returning.
“It’s been a long, tough road, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel for us. Can’t wait to be back in the saddle again”
Some shows are opening this week. Others, including seven at the MGM Resorts International’s properties starting Nov. 6. Shows and performers are subject to change with the current health situation. Venues may also vary in their own safety protocols. Check websites for show times, ticket prices, scheduled performers and specific health restrictions.
MGM Grand
Emmy Award winning master illusionist David Copperfield returns to the theater in his name at the MGM Grand.
The ever-popular, Jabbawockeez bring their “Timeless” show back to the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Funnyman, Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club will leave you in stitches at the resort’s Studio A and B Ballrooms.
Luxor
Carrot Top takes the stage at the Luxor Theater. The Best Female Revue “Fantasy” also dazzles the Luxor Theater.
Excalibur
You can catch “Saturday Night Fever’ several nights a week with the Australian Bee Gees at the Thunderland Showroom.
The No. 1 male revue show, Thunder From Down Under, heats up the Thunderland Showroom.
Caesars Palace
With a lineup that would make the Ancient Rome envious, Caesars Entertainment explodes with four hit shows. Side-splitting enjoyment returns with Absinthe beginning Wednesday at the Roman Plaza.
Flamingo Las Vegas
Storming the Flamingo Showroom stage beginning Thursday is the hysterical Piff the Magic Dragon.
Harrah’s
Country gets sexy as X Country has already begun at Harrah’s Cabaret.
America’s Got Talent sensation, Tape Face brings his unique style of showmanship to the Harrah’s Showroom kicking off Nov. 11.
Sam Wills, aka Tape Face told me: “We are beyond excited to bring back the funniest show in Las Vegas at a time where comedy is needed to escape life in general. We are looking forward to presenting the best show possible (under the conditions), and looking forward to seeing how this all plays out.”
The STRAT
With a rotating slate of comedies funniest up-and-coming personalities, the L.A. Comedy Club has returned.
Nov. 4, the No. 1 Michael Jackson Tribute Show in the world, MJ LIVE will teach you the “ABC’s” and make you moonwalk to “Billie Jean.” Dick Feeney, one of Vegas’ top producers, is happy to have this epic show return.
Tuscany
Speaking of the hit-maker, Feeney is also proud to announce the return of The Rat Pack is Back, where Frank, Dino, and Sammy wow the audience in a new showroom Nov. 12.
Tropicana
Harry Basil’s Laugh Factory featuring everyone from Andrew Dice Clay to Rich Little will leave you rolling in the aisles beginning Nov. 4.
Also at the Laugh Factory, Vegas’ hardest working headliner, Murray the Magician comes back with his pranks, illusions, and comedy Nov. 28. The mega-talent also stars in the hit show, Fantasy
Talk is that impersonator and comedy icon Rich Little will also return in November with dates to be announced.
Vets Day show
To honor our veterans, playing at Craig Ranch National Park on Nov. 11 (Veterans Day) is the world-renowned Las Vegas-based Elvis Monroe. This will be the first performance in the “Lower 48” for the popular band. The event will be streamed live on the band’s website elvismonroe.com.
“This free livestream show is to honor all those who have served us so we can walk and speak freely,” said band member Bryan Hopkins. “It’s going to great to be back on stage and doing what we love and making people happy.”