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What can you say about a show that has been around for 46 years? What show is that you ask, well, it’s the ”Folies Bergere”. But, don’t fret… they do change showgirls periodically. The Folies Bergere is THE original Musical Extravaganza in Las Vegas, and it is still going strong today. This is a TRUE Las Vegas legend |
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The energy and talent of the dancers was extra-ordinary! We got tired just watching them. Their athletic ability and stamina were on par with world-class athletes. The true stand-outs were the principal Adagio dancers, Stephanie Shaw and Chris Nicholson. They were a sheer joy to watch. Their astonishing strength and agility were phenomenal. | |||||
| The show takes you on a musical journey though time. Starting with the Minuet, to the time-honored Can-Can, which made the Folies famous, through the Flapper days of the ‘20’s, into the Glamorous ‘30’s era, to Rock ‘n’ Roll. |
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The wonderful music that was written and scored by the show’s producer, Jerry Jackson, the internationally recognized costumes and the innovative sets, including a mirror number, ala the Hollywood movies from the ‘40’s kept the audience engrossed through out. | |||||
| During the show, there is one break for the dancers, which was well deserved. In the course of their breather, the headliner, Wally Eastwood the world’s fastest juggler performs. Jugglers are not our cup of tea but, not only was Wally’s juggling ability incredible, including playing a piano by throwing rubber balls at the keys, he was HILARIOUS! He had the audience "OO"ing and "AH"ing and cracking up all at the same time. We really were disappointed when he left the stage. |
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| Reviewed by Marleen Marino |
Jerry Marcellino |
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| Publisher | Music Columnist | |
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