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The Best Shows in Las Vegas

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With so many show in Las Vegas it can be difficult to find a general consensus on what is the best. These Las Vegas shows consistently come up in conversations as the top of the heap so plan your vacation and include at least one of these performances.

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1. The Beatles "Love" at the Mirage

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Stand outside the theater as the show lets out and that should be an indication to you as to how good this show is. It's the perfect combination of good music and stunning performers. If there is only one show in Las Vegas that you will see, you will not be disappointed if you choose LOVE.

2. Blue Man Group

You'll be entertained like never before, you'll surprise yourself with the need to tap your feet and you'll engage your senses with a desire to experience it all. So simple, so complicated, so basic so advance. Two shows nightly, everyday of the week, you can bet they are doing something right.

3. Phantom of the Opera at the Venetian Hotel

That guy screaming Christine! Christine! as you walk down the Las Vegas strip, that's me. I'm a huge fan and Phantom the Las Vegas Spectacular is a version you do not want to miss. Take out the intermission and I believe you add something to the entire production. The theater is great and the performance is incredible.

4. "O"-Cirque Du Soleil, Bellagio Hotel Las Vegas

Personally, I like Mystere, at Treasure Island, much more but the general consensus seems to be that "O" at the Bellagio Hotel is much better. I spent too much time trying to figure out how to hold my breath for 3 minutes underwater to enjoy the show. The performers are extremely talented and you will be impressed. The price tag can be high but the entertainment is up there with the best in Las Vegas.

5. Penn and Teller at the Rio Las Vegas

More people seem to love this show than I would ever have guessed. It's a good show but I cannot imagine how many people love the quick witted nature of Penn and the facial expressions of Teller. The bartender was quick to note that she believed they were pouring stiff drinks in the theater because people seemed to be having a lot more fun after that show than any other in Las Vegas. As Las Vegas shows go Penn and Teller do succeed in keeping you interested for the full 90 plus minutes.

6. Jubilee at Bally's Hotel Las Vegas

I have only witnessed the topless shows and I am a regular guy who sometimes gets distracted. However, the bartender noted that an equal amount of women enjoyed the show as well. I have experienced the show with my wife, my mother and my mother-in-law. Each time I have enjoyed the costumes, the performances and the major set changes. Although, I must admit that watching beautiful women while your mother-in-law sits next to you is not much fun at all.

7. Check Prices on Show tickets in Las Vegas

Before you begin, check a few prices on show tickets in order to get an idea of how much you will be spending.

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