Show Review - Folies Bergere Reviewed by Reader Charles

Saw the Show April 2007

Con:No real cons. Music is good but not up to the standard of the Cirque du Soleil shows or Crazy Horse

I absolutely and wholeheartedly recommend the show. Here is why:

I wanted to see the show because (i) I am a perpetually horny reprobate and (ii) the show is a piece of Las Vegas history. Because the show got decent but not outstanding reviews in a guidebook I trust (Unofficial Guide to Vegas) I was expecting it to be good but not great.

I LOVED THIS SHOW AND CANNOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT IT!!!! I also love Crazy Horse at the MGM Grand, my benchmark for Las Vegas topless revues, and I was not expecting FB to come anywhere close. I was surprised to find I actually liked FB BETTER in some respects (and that's no dis at all to CH, a show that is also great but very different).

This show is beautiful, supremely elegant, entertaining, and deeply moving. The showgirls are stunningly attractive women and extremely talented dancers. I was fortunate enough to sit right next to the stage, and I fell in love with each dancer I made eye contact with. The torch singer and host are both very personable and talented, and the variety act comedian is hilarious. Also starring in the show are the wonderful sets and costumes, which enhance the beauty and talent of the cast but also serve as works of art in their own right.

I have seen Fantasy, Jubilee and Crazy Horse (both in Las Vegas and Paris). I can honestly say that in my opinion Folies Bergere BLOWS AWAY Fantasy and Jubilee (good as both those shows are). In my view it stands alongside Crazy Horse as the best topless production show in Vegas.

Summary: SEE IT, SEE IT, SEE IT!!! YOU WILL LOVE IT!!!!

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