Mamma Mia!
Mark your calendars: Las Vegas’ longest running full-length musical returns May 8 for an open-ended engagement at the New Tropicana. Inspired by Abba’s timeless songs, “Mamma Mia!” tells the story of a bride-to-be who invites three men from her mother’s past to her Greek island home in hopes of discovering who her father is. It’s a night full of laughter, music (and spandex). Be sure to say “I do” to this charmer.
“MAMMA MIA!” Tropicana Theater, The New Tropicana Las Vegas 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. South 800.829.9034 From $49 www.troplv.com
Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, 5:30 and 9 p.m.
Dark Fridays
Blue Man Group
A show that ticket-holders of all ages will love, Blue Man Group’s mega-enhanced production at the Monte Carlo should be at the top of every Vegas traveler’s to-do list. A mix of classic Blue Man bits, dynamic new instruments (including cool Smoke Drums that emit ethereal rings into the audience) and sensational technology, this euphoric production is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face, no matter how blue they’re feeling.
“BLUE MAN GROUP” Blue Man Theater, Monte Carlo 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South 800.BLUEMAN Tickets from $59* www.blueman.com/lasvegas
Shows nightly, 7 p.m., with 9:30 p.m. shows on select nights Additional 4 p.m. show on April 19 Dark May 18
Absinthe
Celebrating its third anniversary on April 1, Absinthe
is one of the Strip’s most beloved productions. Showcasing jaw-dropping
acrobatics in an intimate theater-in-the-round presentation, the adult’s only
acro-cabaret variety show has been a crowd favorite since its initial six-month
engagement at Caesars Palace. With mesmerizing acts and raunchy comedy mixed
with old world burlesque, it’s the perfect fit for Sin City!
Wednesday through Sunday, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.;
beginning March 12, show times are at 8 and 10 p.m.
Dark Mondays and Tuesdays
“ABSINTHE” The Roman Plaza, Caesars Palace 3570 Las Vegas Blvd. South 800.745.3000 From $99, VIP $114, VVIP $124 www.absinthevegas.com
Jersey Boys
A toe-tapping joy from start to finish, “Jersey Boys” tells the story of four blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks who went on to “put Jersey on the map!” The Tony Award-winning musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons celebrates its sixth anniversary in Las Vegas this March. Featuring such chart-topping hits as “Sherry” and “Walk Like a Man,” “Jersey Boys” will leave audiences saying, “Oh, What a Night!”
Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday through Friday and Sunday, 7 p.m.
Saturday, 5 and 8:15 p.m.
Dark Mondays
“JERSEY BOYS” Les Theatre Des Arts, Paris Las Vegas 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.777.7776 From $48; VIP $168 www.jerseyboysvegas.com
Rock of Ages
Travel back to a time when wine coolers were cool and Aquanet was a necessity with “Rock of Ages.” Set on L.A.’s infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, the high-octane musical follows small-town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew as they chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. Featuring such raucous ’80s rock tracks as “Here I Go Again” and “Don’t Stop Believin,’” “Rock of Ages” ain’t “Nothin’ But a Good Time.”
Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, 8 p.m.
Saturday, 7 and 10 p.m.
Dark Mondays
“ROCK OF AGES” Rock of Ages Theatre, The Venetian Las Vegas 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South 702.414.9000 From $56; VIP $145 www.rockofagesvegas.com
