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Cirque du Soleil Shows & Musicals in Las Vegas

Immerse yourself in these dazzling Las Vegas musicals that will leave you tapping your toes and reveling in the wonders of the best in entertainment.

When musical theater comes to mind, you may think of crowded streets, the aroma of honey-roasted nuts wafting above the subway grates, costumed characters, and billboard signs that make daylight seem dark.

You don’t have to go to Broadway for amazing musical theater entertainment. Las Vegas is home to famed musicals that beguile audiences every day.

Whether you choose a classic show straight from the Great White Way in NYC, an out-of-this-world experience at one of our Las Vegas shows, or a show paying tribute to artists you love, you’ll be dazzled by these Las Vegas musicals. They're the perfect way to spend your day when you're looking for things to do in Las Vegas.

Our Productions

Cirque du Soleil has come to Las Vegas in Sin City's finest theaters. With seat capacities of nearly 3,000, these venues ensure not a single drop on aerial silks will be missed.

With six performances and diverse soundtracks, you will not want to miss one of our shows.

1. “O” at Bellagio Hotel and Casino

Waves sweep across the stage. Fire explodes on the water. A hypnotic boat sails through the air. Heart-pounding acrobatics and artistry come together at our show “O,” which is staged at Bellagio Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip.

This surreal, lavish production mesmerizes you with beauty in its dreamscape.

Photographer: Simone Coltri

2. Mystère at Treasure Island Hotel and Casino

Steep yourself in the mystery that is life when you visit Mystère at Treasure Island, our first Las Vegas production, which is still playing after 30 years of enchanted audiences.

With a touch of whimsy and inspiring dances, music, and acrobatics, Mystère brings together soaring athleticism and heart-pounding drumming to work its way into your soul.

3. KÀ at MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

Embark on a journey into destiny at KÀ at the MGM Grand, where you’ll experience mind-bending martial arts and heart-stopping pyrotechnics, along with the wild artistry that we're known for.

This epic quest, which takes place on a 360-degree rotating stage, evokes awe with its high-energy excitement.

4. Michael Jackson One at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

You’re in for a thriller of an evening when you head to Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Urban dance and hip-hop explode through the theater as you groove to the amazing tunes from the King of Pop.

The electrifying performances and vivid imagery will not let you stop till you get enough.

Photographer: GAMUNDIA

5. Mad Apple at New York-New York

The Big Apple shimmers and sparkles at Mad Apple, our tribute to New York City itself. Fueled with music inspired by the great city, Mad Apple pairs nightlife dazzle with boozy joy and circus fun.

Vibe with the street performers and gasp at our wild acrobatics during this exciting performance that delivers nonstop cheer.

Photographer: Michael M

Classic Broadway Hits

When Broadway comes to Las Vegas, the results are a starry blast of high-stepping fun. Don’t miss your chance to see real Broadway shows reconfigured as musicals in Las Vegas.

6. Jersey Boys at The Orleans Hotel & Casino

The Tony-winning hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to Las Vegas, delighting audiences at The Orleans Hotel & Casino every week. This show tells the heartwarming true story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and their rise to fame.

You’ll find yourself humming along to Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, and other '60s favorites as you journey behind the scenes of this wonderful story.

Unique Themed Musicals

A musical doesn't have to be a Broadway hit to be popular across the country — and in Las Vegas! In fact, sometimes these shows are hits simply because they're unique things to do in Las Vegas.

These shows leave audiences howling with laughter nightly.

7. Menopause The Musical

It's a musical about what? You read that right — Menopause The Musical has been playing at Harrah's Cabaret for more than 15 years now (and that's on top of the 15 million tickets it's sold off-Broadway and at other venues).

This hilarious show will have you laughing nonstop with unrestrained take on taboo topics. It's even filled with parodies of the songs you love from the '60s, '70s, and '80s. Expect to leave the theater optimistic and smiling — and yes, this show is a great choice for men, too.

Tribute Shows

Some Vegas musicals take you back to the way things used to be, paying tribute to great performers and astonishing moments in history. Indulge your nostalgia when you treat yourself to one of these exciting tribute shows.

8. VEGAS! THE SHOW at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

It’s showgirls, the Rat Pack, and the history of Las Vegas when you visit VEGAS! THE SHOW at the Saxe Theater in Planet Hollywood. Revisit the glamorous past as you journey through the days when Elvis played the Strip, and Tom Jones had women swooning at his concerts.

The enormous cast pays tribute to the best of Vegas entertainment while winning you over with showstopping musical numbers, over-the-top costumes, and the best of classic musical shows in Las Vegas.

Photographer: deluxtrade

Family-Friendly Musicals

Sure, kids aren’t welcome on the casino floors, but there’s plenty for families to do together here, and Las Vegas musical shows are at the top of the list.

Check out these ultra-fun family shows in Las Vegas to keep everyone happily entertained.

9. Tournament of Kings at Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Dinner and a show doesn’t begin to describe the sheer extravagance of this blockbuster that’s been playing nonstop at the Excalibur Hotel for more than 30 years. Tournament of Kings stages an epic conflict between knights of a bygone era in a gigantic arena right in front of you.

Horses joust, kings and wizards vie for power, and pyrotechnics explode around you in this Las Vegas musical show that’s a feast for the eyes — and your taste buds, as audience members dine on Cornish game hens in a (reasonably) authentic medieval meal.

Audience participation adds to the fun, as each section of the theater gets to root for its own team of knights in an evening destined to delight kids and adults alike.

10. Blue Man Group at Luxor Hotel and Casino

Weird and wonderful — that’s Blue Man Group, a trio of men who, yes, are completely blue and ready to surpass then implode your expectations with their wild take on musical Vegas. This trio will turn anything into a musical instrument in their effort to entertain.

Expect to spend your evening laughing, dancing in your seat, and rocking along to this indescribably fun show. It’s a guarantee your kids have never seen anything like it.

Photographer: webstep

Experience the Dazzling World of Las Vegas Musicals

Las Vegas has always been at the heart of live entertainment, and its musical shows bring delight to young and old alike.

Whether you choose to break new ground by watching our performers defy conformity and call you to dream the unimaginable or head to a tribute show that takes you back to the Vegas of the past, Las Vegas is waiting for you.

And of course, the fun doesn’t stop there. With amazing concerts, world-class shopping, high-roller gambling, and top-notch movie theaters, Vegas will keep you on your toes 24/7.

When you opt for one of our shows in Las Vegas, you open the doors to a new, poetic world that inspires, provokes, and thrills at the same time.

Our surreal shows, such as KÀ, Mystère, and “O,” transport you into an otherworldly dream landscape, while Michael Jackson ONE and Mad Apple pair your musical loves with acrobatic displays. Whatever you’re looking for in musical entertainment, Las Vegas is ready to answer the call.

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