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Absinthe
Category: Arts & Entertainment Performing Arts Performing Arts [Edit]
Flamingo Rd and Las Vegas BlvdLas Vegas, NV 89109
Neighborhood: The Strip
(800) 745-3000
- Good for Kids:
- No
260 reviews for Absinthe
260 reviews in English
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Review from Jeremy S.
5/16/2012 1 Check-in Here
I'd heard good things about Absinthe, but after a friend who's opinion I value highly raved about it, I decided it was time to see it. It was even better than I'd heard and it's a show that I'll be back to see again ASAP.
The tent itself is amazing! I've walked past the tent many times and not thought much about it from the outside; the inside is like an entirely separate world that's got something to look at in every direction. It's small enough that there really isn't a bad seat in the house.
The humor is amazingly twisted and it's really not a show for everybody; if you are easily offended, there is a very real chance you will experience moments of panic and absolute mortification. If you can appreciate a quick wit, you will love this show for everything that Gaz and Penny are not afraid to say.
The acts themselves are ridiculously impressive. As a former student of gymnastics and aerial arts, I was seriously impressed at the level of performers they had in such a small, intimate show. The acts themselves are an amazing balance between intimate and technical, each breath-taking in different ways.
This is without a doubt, my new favorite show in Las Vegas.Listed in: My Las Vegas
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Review from Mike F.
Las Vegas, NV
5/12/2012 9 photos
Wow! What a show! This has to be one of the top 3 shows I have ever seen in Vegas!
As I'm sure you've read by now, it is an ADULT ONLY show. Lots of f-bombs and sexual content and the like along with some boobs and butts. As long as that doesn't bother you, you will enjoy this show. Absolutely freaking hilarious! I havent been so entertained at a show like that in a long time!
The acrobats and performances are stunning, impressive, and just awesome to take in! Lots of great eye candy for both the guys and girls.
For me, anything to do with the Gazillionaire was just the best! That guy just had me crackin up! Nothing was off limits for that guy and he just rips the audience! So NOT politically correct! From what I could see everybody was cracking up and having a good time.
We got tickets thru a locals discount of 25.00 off per ticket. If you buy them thru Ticketmaster just use code 25LOC to save. I think it expires at the end of June though.
My only complaint is the seating. The venue is a cool little setup with every seat a great seat, but those seats are tiny, uncomfortable wooden chairs. Plus they are all banded together so it can get a little "cozy" if you're sittiing next to someone with a little girth. Luckily I didnt run into that problem.
All in all, I left this show wanting to see it again very soon. The 90 minute show felt like it just flew by! I can't recommend this show highly enough! Go see it! -
Review from Jay F.
Las Vegas, NV
5/12/2012
Cirque meets Rocky Horror, the ads trumpet. I think that sells Absinthe short. I'd say, Cirque meets Rocky Horror over a warm crack pipe is more like it.
Mind boggling circus acts go down on a 9' stage insanely close to the audience. the Gazillionaire and his assistant Penny blow through the wall of good taste like the Kool Aid Man with their uproariously, screamingly funny antics. Penny's shockingly obscene puppet show and their performance as alter egos Ivan and Ivana are particular highlights.
Torch songstress, beautiful burlesque dream and future ex-wife Melody Sweets seduces the audience with her sultry voice. The dizzyingly fast Green Tornado are literally defying death nightly with their roller skating act, performed on the aforementioned 9' wide stage.
More fun than any other show in Vegas and the first show I recommend to Vegas visitors when anybody asks. -
Review from Jessie N.
Puyallup, WA
5/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Can't wait to see it again!!! With a new cast!!! My absolute FAVORITE Vegas show so far... VERY raunchy and hilarious, not for the easily offended. The acrobatics are just awesome, and what these people can do with such a small place, it amazes me. I've seen it twice!
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Review from CJ B.
Fort Wayne, IN
5/19/2012
The funniest, most entertaining show I've seen in a really long time. I'm not going to go into details because enough people already have. I will easily make it a point to see it again. Well, unless there is another mammoth woman sitting in front of me and my lady recording the entire freakin' show on her crappy cell phone. Oh yeah, that's my only gripe, you are packed in like tuna in those nasty canned tuna in water things.
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Review from Lori K.
5/2/2012
I'm so glad I listened to Melanie V. and Vanan Y. when they suggested we see this show!
I'm also glad I visited Yelp to check out some of the reviews. I came across a Yelper who said the show was "Vulgur, racist and hilarious" and I was pretty much sold, but I also found some tips from Yelpers on how to save $20 by looking out for a guy handing out coupons by the box office. I also agree that VIP is not worth it because any seat is a good seat in this venue.
We tried the tix4tonight booth across from Caesar's around 4pm on a Sunday and were told Absinthe was sold out, so we defaulted to plan B which was to go find the guy handing out $20 off coupons near the box office & get our tickets there. We crossed over to Caesar's and sure as sugar, there was the guy with the top hat handing out $20 off coupons. We were able to buy 3 tickets to that night's show. We were told our seats may not be next to each other, which we were ok with since the tent is only 25 feet wide. It's honestly a very quaint space! However, our seats were side by side in row D front and center!
I have seen a handful of Vegas shows, and Absinthe is in my top 2 that's how good it was. The host is so greasy and creepy yet sooooooooo funny!!! At a certain point in the show I was wiping tears off my face from laughter and couldn't stop rocking back and forth in my seat from laughing, at other points in the show I was shocked, clutching my friends legs, covering my eyes and mouth, astonished and amazed. It truly is one of the best Vegas shows out there. WARNING!!!! If you're easily offended, this show is not for you because the host does poke jokes at audience members which are a little racist and sexist and ageist, but honestly they're just stereotypes not direct attacks so take them all with a grain of salt. Also, if you're offended by cursing or lots and lots of sexual references, this show is not for you.
I would definitely return for an encore viewing of this show! -
Review from Rebecca H.
Dublin, CA
5/1/2012 1 Check-in Here
It's funny. Without a doubt, I laughed my ass off. HOWEVER, it's vulgar, naughty, and definitely not for everybody. You will see boobies and tongues and hear swear words. If that's not your thing, don't do it.
I am always the person who sits behind the guy with gigantism. The seats are set in tiers, but if you are in the middle of a tier behind the 8 foot tall person, you will see nothing that's going on in front of you until the aerialists or whomever is doing their bit heads up into the roof. If you are short, as I am, and prone to sitting behind giants, as I am, ask to sit at the front of a tier or in the front row. Otherwise, be prepared to see a whole lot of nothing.
If you've seen Cirque you've seen most of the acts before, with less boobies, but it's fun being so close and the emcee is really horribly crass and very funny. It's like Zumanity on a smaller scale, and I found it to be a lot funnier and more enjoyable. -
Review from General C.
Las Vegas, NV
5/4/2012
I went to Absinthe for the first time last night not knowing what to expect. Found myself in a bizarre, small-tent circus with very adult humor. It was an absolutely awesome time! The circus acts were great, and because it's a small venue it's all happening right in front of you. The comedy in between acts gives it a raunchy variety show feel and, from what I can tell, everyone was laughing. It's not a show for kids, most grandmas from Ohio, those who take themselves too seriously, or the sober (and to paraphrase the show, if you're sober, what are you doing in Vegas? It's a terrible vacation destination).
For some reason, I was in fact sober during the show, but found myself laughing (LOLing) and saying "Wow" a lot. Add this to your must-see list! -
Review from Lisa N.
5/18/2012
Jaw-dropping. Hilarious. An all around amazing show. The stunt acts are integrated with a comedy skit that runs throughout the show and entails crude/raunchy humor. Absinthe was definitely worth the long line and $100/ticket. Get in line early (general admission) if you want a close seat/to be made fun of because they interact with the first 2 rows of the audience!
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Review from Shanley M.
San Diego, CA
4/27/2012 1 Check-in Here
This show was amazing!!! Something very different from any production I've ever seen, including the Cirque d'Soleil shows. The small tent is so intimate, dark and cozy, with retro carnival themed bars inside.
That said, I was so shocked by some of the jokes they made, I couldn't even laugh. I was too busy gasping and peeking through my hands to see if the audience members "the millionaire" had insulted were going to climb up and punch him.
Love Angel Porrino, but her performance was kinda mehh...oh well. She's still so cute!!
Agree with the other reviewers...you WILL be targeted if you sit in the first couple rows!! Also, get a dragonberry mojito from the stand outside. They are delicious! Then sit back and enjoy the show :) -
Review from Belinda S.
Los Angeles, CA
Eh, I could have done without the jokes. Performances were great, though.
Lots of crass jokes about gays, republicans, minorities, peni$es, whore$, jizzing, etc. If you want to see something actually funny - go to a Jo Koy comedy show. That's what I call funny. -
Review from Allen C.
Oak Park, IL
5/16/2012
The show has strong acrobatics marred by unfunny humor.
The good: The acrobatics do dazzling choreographed acts. The acts have directness and artistry.
The bad: There's a character named Penny who is supposed to be comic relief. She has a long boring monologue in which she describes a sexual encounter. She manages to do so in a way that is neither sexy nor funny. I don't mind raunchy humor that is actually funny, but this segment needed much better scripting.
The ugly: The MC needs to step back and give the acrobats more stage time to do their thing. It's hard to do rude humor well. The creators of South Park can succeed it at because the humor is clever and their rudest characters are somehow impossibly likeable. But the MC doesn't try to be clever or likeable. He attempts to do an audience abuse act. Unfortunately, doing things like singling out a female audience member and repeatedly calling her a sl*t isn't clever. It's about as sophisticated as the insults that seventh graders use.
This show has the potential to be a great show, but it will need ruthless editing. The rude humor bits need to be tweaked so that they are shorter and much funnier. Let the acrobats be the stars of the show. -
Review from Janine W.
5/4/2012
When you walk up the big white tent, you are definitely caught off guard as soon as you walk in. Immediately you are fascinated by its decor - an intimate, French bohemian styled venue that is impressive and fun. Once you are seated, thee is waitress service selling the bartender's concoction of the evening for $5. Delicious and a pleasant surprise, if I do say so.
And this show is fucking fantastic! But if you hate that I swore, then you'll go over the edge in offense at the banter of the host/ funding entity the Gazillonare and his sidekick, Penny Pippets. The swear words are abundant, the jokes are extremely raunchy, but it was continual laughter until tears came to your eyes and your side aches. If you are prudish or are a child, this show is not for you.
The acrobatic performances were undeniably A1, fantastic and awe inspiring. The feats stand up to Any Cirque show. The intimate setting of the tent made it that much better because they were right there. The singer and burlesque singer (who went down to pasties) was good.
The surprising pluses -
The waitress service for the specialty drinks which saved us going to a congested bar and the intimate setting. You aren't going to get that feeling seeing many other shows.
The fact that you can take pictures and video. You couldn't use a flash, but with the lighting, it didn't matter in the slightest.
The disappointment - the seating. I definitely would have ponied up the dough to get out of the tiny, uncomfortable chairs to get a table. The show is worth spending that extra cheddar on better seats.
Go see this show without the children and enjoy yourself. It's worth the money and would be a consideration to see more than once. -
Review from erika r.
San Jose, CA
This is the second Vegas show I've ever watched and I loved it! Regular priced seating ran out, so my boyfriend and I opted for the VIP seating (we had 2nd row). There's a secret entrance for VIP to the show, which is a green telephone booth. The show is set inside a tent right outside of Caesars Palace. The gazillionaire and his assistant made me crack up so hard while they introduced each act, and each act was amazing with all the body strength and flexibility! I highly recommend Absinthe to anyone, except young children (if they're even able to get in). You would have to have an open mind with crude humor that's for sure! btw, VIP gets you a drink ticket as well.
For the length of the show, it was better to be entertained than to gamble your money away! -
Review from Stacia H.
Las Vegas, NV
4/11/2012
Absinthe is my #1 recommended show in Vegas! FOR ADULTS ONLY!
It's hilariously raunchy with a sexy twist. This is a true variety show with a circus theme. This show is not for anyone who is easily offended! It's all in good fun but you need to roll with the punches and be open to A LOT of profanity!
The audience participation is epic. I've seen this show 4 times and they switch up the skits and it's definitely not staged!
*Vegas Locals: Absinthe comes up on http://www.houseseats.com every now and then and I've gotten free tickets twice!
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Review from RicoSha C.
Colorado Springs, CO
4/27/2012 1 Check-in Here
Was watching for the black unicorn all night! Never saw it! Wanna go back and try to find it again .....
Be prepared for your sides and cheeks to hurt from laughing!
Without duplicating what all the other reviews say - and they are spot on! Just go see it. Affordable and THE best show on the strip. -
Review from Kyle K.
4/9/2012
So the ads for Absinthe don't really tell you what the show is about. And when it starts, I think about the pitch for Spectacular!Spectacular! in the movie Moulin Rouge!-- lots of adjectives but nothing really to say what it's about or why it should be made.
And even after seeing it, I can't exactly describe it to you. You just have to go. Because it's awesome.
The show is in a tent at Caesar's-- only 7 rows deep. There's some burlesque from a singer who has 3 numbers (one striptease to pasties, one separate number, and one "reverse strip" back to her costume), some comedy done by the "billionaire" who supposedly funds the show and acts as an MC, and his assistant Penny, who's a cross between an oversexed robot and a mental patient, and then acrobatics/gymnastics.
The singer is Vegas-level fine. The comedy is funny, though the lowest level (making fun of a Japanese person in the audience for not having a camera... making fun of the white guy in boat shoes' made-up fear of the black lady sitting behind him... you get it). I felt myself thinking "Really, you're telling this joke?" a number of times, but still couldn't help but laugh. A bunch.
But what makes this show is the acrobatics/gymnastics. There are tightrope walkers. But instead of them being 100 yards away from you, they're RIGHT THERE. Their balance poles might hit you in the head. There's a roller skate duo (skating in tiny circles on the 8 foot stage) where the Billionaire says beforehand: "Those of you in the front row, don't stand up during this act--you'll get hit in the face." There are trapese artists, Russian acrobats, and other contortionists. And they're all amazing.
I don't want to ruin the surprises, because multiple times I said "No, they're not going to do THAT," and they did. And it's all so close, you can hear the breathing, see the sweat, feel the tension.
Totally enjoyable show, in a beautiful tent (most people sit in wooden chairs, but there are fun couches, barber chairs, etc., toward the back that you might get if you ask nicely), great (but expensive) absinthe-based cocktails, and a fun time.
I can see why there's not a lot of description on Absinthe's advertising--the show is just indescribable. -
Review from Dewey N.
Las Vegas, NV
5/24/2012
The other positive reviews have pretty much said it all...hilarious show, incredibly talented performers. I could have done without the random tit action from two women who contributed nothing but bare breastage to the show, but the acrobatic performances were amazing, and Gaz and Penny were endlessly entertaining. Loved it, I would definitely go see it again.
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Review from Cara S.
Phoenix, AZ
4/16/2012
Very lively and energetic. However, some of the raunch was just gross without really being funny.
The professional acrobatic/roller skating performers were phenomenal!
The chairs are the most uncomfortable I've ever sat in for a show and they are packed in too close together. However, view wise, there is not a bad seat in the house. -
Review from Terry H.
Sun Lakes, AZ
5/9/2012
A friend recommended this show, . I was sold. We saw the first sown on Friday, 5/4, and it was FANTASTIC. It's not for kids, and I was laughing and in awe the entire hour and a half! I will go back! The acts were amazing, incredible talent, the venue is small, so all seats are great seats. I saw negative feedback about the seating, it's cozy, folding type chairs, hooked together, so you can't move to give space between the next person, but it really doesn't make a difference. The comedy is great, and I can't wait to go back. When I talked about the show I saw, it was a bit different than the one my friend saw, so I guess they do change it up. Looking forward to seeing this again!!
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Review from Laura A.
3/20/2012 1 Check-in Here
This show is AMAZING! Highly recommended! We sat in the VIP, the chairs were hard and I felt cramped. (the chairs were arranged in rows in a circle around the stage). I would definitely pay less to sit in the back, it looked a lot more comfortable plus it would be easier to make a visit to the bar! Also if you sit in the back there's less of a chance you will get picked on!
This is an R rated (lots of cussing and sex talk) funny circus with some burlesque, acrobatics, and other cool stunts. The acts were amazing, the comedians so funny, I literally laughed out loud! We will DEFINITELY see Absinthe next time we are in Vegas!Listed in: Viva Las Vegas!
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Review from Camille S.
Las Vegas, NV
5/1/2012
This was without a doubt the best show I have seen in my entire 6 years of living in Las Vegas, however, I would not reccomend this show to those who can't appreciate a little nudity and extremely raunchy comedy. I really enjoyed the intimate atmosphere and eclectic decor inside the tent. Its kind of like some twisted comedy show meets cirque du soleil on mushrooms. Not for everyone, but it was right up my alley. I have not laughed like that in a while. Plus, tickets were reletively affordable in comparison to most of the cheesy commercial bullshit shows that you usually see on the strip. I am disappointed that Absinthe will only be in Las Vegas for a limited time because I would actually love to take some friends from out of town and see it again. Definitely go see this show if you have the opportunity.
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Review from Chris M.
3/13/2012
Warning This Show is Rated R By the MPAA, actually it's Rated a Hard R, actually it's more like a Throbbing, Veiny, Hard R, well you get the point.
Imagine if Rock Horror Picture Show had a Baby with Cirque De Soleil, and that baby lived in a tent in front of Caesars Palace.
The show opens with Melody Sweets who does a nice burlesque opening, we are then introduced to Penny Pibbets and the Gazillionaire who serve as our tour guides into the world of Absinthe.
I've seen the show 4 times (tonight will make #5) and each time it's a little different. They have a few different acts that rotate through depending on the night, but they're all entertaining.
If any of my friends visit, and they want to see a show, I always recommend Absinthe. Hell I'll even tell customers to go to see the show, it's gotten to the point where I almost want a referral card so they know I sent them.
This show is a MUST SEE IN VEGAS, hands down it is the best show on the strip. It may be the best show I've ever seen!Listed in: Vegas Must Dos
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Review from Angela H.
3/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
Absinthe is THE show I have been telling anyone who will listen: GO SEE THIS. Ya, it's all that AND a bag of dicks (which you'll totally get when the one and only Penny Pibbets hits the stage).
Get out, get hammered, get offended, get laid, and go the fuck home.
I'm Princess Potty Mouth, and I approve this message... -
Review from Heather L.
Los Angeles, CA
3/23/2012
Go to http://Vegas.com to get tickets at good prices. DON'T pay extra for VIP seating. There isn't a bad seat in the tent as it's small and intimate enough to see everything from anywhere. Go to the 8pm show and you won't have to wait in line ahead of time for general seating as the doors open at 7:30.
Very entertaining. Shouldn't be compared to a Cirque show as it really isn't trying to be one despite any similarities in some of the types of acts. -
Review from Melanie L.
Miami, FL
3/11/2012
WHERE TO START?
So on our last day staying at the Cosmpolitan we decided that we wanted to see a show (Saturday) and went to the concierge. She really insisted that we see Absinthe. I had never heard of this show and was a little skeptical but she really pushed this show so we decided to just give it a try.
We purchased the VIP tickets and arrived 30 minutes before the show. We were still able to snag front row seats for the earlier 7:00pm show. The entire room was full when the show started.
It is suuuch a unique experience. I have seen various shows in Vegas such as Zumanity, Peepshow, Crazy Horse, "O", & more that I can't even remember (obviously weren't the greatest) and I can honestly say that Absinthe was the best show that I have ever seen in my entire life.
Get there early as the front seats are the best in my opinion. We were in the center of the entire show.
The host was sooo funny my fiance and I were both crying. My cheeks hurt from laughing so hard. He made the funniest jokes about the audience members and the entire room was roaring with laughter.
The jokes are EXTREMELY sexually oriented. Do NOT see if it is a first date or something along those lines as it would be an uncomfortable experience. I saw a bunch of girls with one of the girls' father so I was pretty surprised with that but they all had a great time. He got two audience members to stick out their tongues and touch them against each other (one older lady and a very young party girl). It was such a funny experience. I have never seen any show like this and have been spoiled for the best for my life.
If you see ONEEEE show in Vegas make SURE it's Absinthe.
The show is a mix of comedy & acrobats. Bottom line.
-- Go to the bathroom before as the bathroom is outside of the theater and if you come back during a performance they will make you wait
-- If you don't want to be picked on or are shy do not sit in the front rows
-- They let you videotape and take pictures the entire time as long as there is no flash
-- If you are buying general admission tickets (not VIP) go to the actual box office to purchase them because there is a guy outside handing out $20 off tickets to the show. It does NOT apply to VIP tickets (which are honestly the best seats).
There is one drink included with VIP so it's really worth it to get those tickets. I had a glass of wine with the voucher and I swear they must have given me the entire bottle. Definitely got our money's worth.
We will probably go back to see this show honestly and I have never said that about any show. It is a MUST MUST MUST see. -
Review from Danielle W.
Cloverdale, CA
3/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
::Happy Dance::
I'm not going to waste my time trying to explain to you people how amazing this show is. If you don't go see it, you lose. Simple as that.
Rule 1: If you're a prude, conservative, religious zealot or an overall boring person that never sins, swears or has sex; get out of Vegas and go see The Muppet's or something. Absinthe is heavy on the dirty words, racist slang and sexual innuendo.
Rule 2: Don't go see this show with your parents. Awkward.
Rule 3: There are an excessive amount of super sexy chicks and seriously buff dudes. Save your cats calls when the ball and chain isn't around.
Rule 4: Ignore the seating. It may seem tight and slightly uncomfortable, but when the show starts you won't notice anything but the amazingness in front of you.
Rule 5: Have a great time. It truly is an incredible show. The best I've seen in Vegas to date. -
Review from Leslie M.
Las Vegas, NV
5/4/2012
I had no idea what this show was about nor what to expect, however, it was probably one of the most entertaining shows I have seen in Vegas. It is definitely not for the faint of heart, content wise, as the subject matter is very raunchy at best. If you do not have a sense of humor and thick skin then skip it as they really go to the depths of crude humor. BUT, having said that, it was hilarious from start to finish with amazing acrobats/arial performances. I would definitely recommend this show but it is not for everyone that is for sure.
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Review from Denise L.
Culver City, CA
5/7/2012
Great show....sitting front row is a must! Funny hosts, amazing acts. Beware of vulgar language and crewd jokes! HILARIOUS!! Highly recommend!
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Review from M S.
Barstow, CA
4/29/2012
I wasn't sure what to expect from this show, I suppose something trippy and green themed based on the name but the content was actually pretty diverse and featured some very skilled performers.
I got my ticket at the 'half-price' ticket place at Fremont Street which ended up being way less than the telephone price but about what the normal box office price is. When I arrived for the show I got an upgrade from the doorman/manager to an aisle seat on the third row. From what I could tell, every seat in the tent theater seemed to have a good view of the action but the seats were small, uncomfortable rickety wooden chairs so being on the aisle is key.
The comedian host and hostess of the show were hilarious and managed to keep the flow of the action constant and well tied together. Whatever they make it's not enough, as they probably cover 2/3d of the show with aplomb. There were a lot of crude jokes about homosexuals (both genders), republicans, foreigners, blacks, etc. Nobody is safe in this show but it was all pretty funny if you're not thin skinned.
The acrobatic performers were all pretty amazing and interesting to watch up close. Their skill and years of practice becomes pretty evident when you see the fantastic maneuvers they pull off just a few feet away. The pace and flow of the show are very natural and smooth, highly entertaining.
My only complaints: it was hard to break away from the show for a trip to the bar, and the chairs were pretty damn uncomfortable. -
Review from Fancy P.
Las Vegas, NV
3/15/2012
Favorite show ever!
I had so much fun, I wanted to move into that tent and never leave, especially with that type of humor they have going on in there! Hilarious! Filthy dirty language and soooo funny! We loved every minute of it. -
Review from LB G.
Hollister, CA
4/15/2012
Loved the atmosphere and the fact that the show is right in front of you! Worth the money spent. As with a couple of other shows we went to in Vegas be aware no bathrooms, so go before!
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Review from Rhiannon M.
2/20/2012
Absinthe is unlike the other shows you may catch in Vegas - it's got components of stand-up comedy, circus, and burlesque, but it's intimate in a small venue.
Be willing to laugh at things that might make you uncomfortable - show up, let it happen, and have fun. If you are easily offended, this isn't for you. If you need to be politically correct, this isn't for you. If you are open to nipple tassles, men in speedos, rauchy humor and laughing hysterically, this is your scene.
I splurged for "VIP" section tickets, and can't believe how close I was to the performers. Amazing. Be advised the whole show is general admission, and the VIP section is too (but the seats to choose from are front row and tables).
Foul-mouthed, politically incorrect, and filled with truly impressive entertainers, Absinthe is worth every penny and highly recommended.
Loved this show. -
Review from Jen F.
2/9/2012 2 Check-ins Here
This is one of those things that I SWEAR I wrote a review for..... but I guess not. My second experience with Absinthe is the one I'll review, since I was actually sober for it....
The acts are pretty amazing. They do a lot with a tiny bit of stage space! There's roller skating, tightrope, trapeze, and some silliness as well. Then there's the gorgeous singing fairy... rowr!
This show was a "6 star" review for me the first time I saw it... but in the harsh light of sobriety, I could see the flaws. The "witty banter" between the hosts is straight off a script and gets stale fast. The audience interactions can be strained if there are jerks or a lame crowd. And the seats are hella uncomfortable.
But still. It is a fantastic show, and definitely worth seeing. Just make sure you get a good locals deal!Listed in: Shows!
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Review from Kim A.
2/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
I really loved Absinthe. It was hilarious, vulgar and oddly awe-inspiring at the same time. I like to describe the show as, "Cirque de Soleil and the Moulin Rouge were hit by a Rocky Horror Picture Show bus."
My favorite part of Absinthe was the Gazillionaire and his slightly slow, side-kick Penny. As someone who loves self-deprecating humor, laughing with and at the rest of the audience as the Gazillionaire poked-fun at their race, sexual orientation and political stance was side-splitting. Just be warned, this show is not for the timid or for anyone who takes themselves too seriously (especially if you sit in the front row).
The show is performed in a tent outside of Caesars Palace and since the setting is on the smaller side you can see the action from any seat in the house. The show did a decent job switching from the comedy routine to showcase the talented acrobatic acts and back again without loosing my attention.
Another plus, you can actually enjoy a cocktail of absinthe while you watch the show. Yum! -
Review from MARK B.
2/16/2012
A quaint setting for an entertaining 90 minute show. Filled with beautiful girls , great circus acts and a funny master or ceremony.
If you easily offended with bad language or a little nudity then this show is not for you.
It is non stop action.
If you don't like to get pick on I would not sit close to the stage, especially the VIP seats in the first row.
It reminds me of a grown up Cirque DE Soliel, that is for grown ups.
We had VIP tickets, you enter through a phone booth that has a fake wall.
The only compliant is that the seats are very uncomfortable, how hard would it be to put pads on the wooden chairs.
They let you take pictures and video the show.
A show worth seeing.
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Review from April D.
2/6/2012
It was a really fun show, but if I had to compare to other shows on the strip, I would go with a Cirque show, especially for the price. My biggest complaint was the seating, it'd be nice if it was tiered for better views of T & A. And those wooded chairs were torture on my boney a*s.
The show was funny and sexy and a little bit demented. Amazing acrobatics, vulgar obscenities, and stories of sexual depravity were included in the price of admission. The Gazillionaire and Penny were hilarious. If you sit up front or in sight of those on stage, be prepared to be insulted or better yet; to get pulled up on stage to eventually have your embarrassing YouTube video all over the internet.
The setting for the show is great, love the music played during the acts. Get in line early for a good seat. (The show would be perfect for a Bachelor or Bachelorette party.)Listed in: It's Showtime!
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Review from Eric L.
Downtown, Los Angeles, CA
3/2/2012 1 Check-in Here
This show was awesomely vulgar and hilarious, on top of all the badass acrobatic acts.
I believe most of the seating is first come first served. We arrived maybe 20 minutes before the show started and only the back rows were open. The space is pretty small in a good way, so everyone can see everything from anywhere. It's in a massive tent and along the walls are reserved tables, but we found one spot that was open. I didn't see anyone claim any of the the reserved tables either.
You will get picked on if you're close enough to the front, so if you're uncomfortable with that then you probably shouldn't even watch this show.
Most of the girls are pretty ridonculous as well.
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Review from Nelson Q.
WOW! What hasn't been said about this "breath of fresh air" of a show on the strip?
Absinthe has it all-comedy, circus, burlesque, and tons of profanity! All of the acts were great, and the mouths on Penny and The Gazillionaire had us ROLLIN"!!!!!! There was also a bit of eye candy for the guys and Gals.
The audience participation on stage could've been better if they 'went with the flow" and didn't hold back as much...motorboating and kissing the Gazillionaire? Hilarious!!!
Some of the audience caused a little scare for a moment during the final balancing act where one of the performers lost his balance for a split second because people were suppposed to remain silent until the last performer got off the high wire! Great recovery!
I would most definitely pay again to see this show!
The meet and greet/photo op was the cherry on top, and for those of you who are afraid to live a little and just can't take a joke, this show isn't for you...ALOHA!!!
YELP CHALLENGE 365-(157/365) "The Vegas Show with No Filter"Listed in: YELP 365 CHALLENGE
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Review from David S.
1/27/2012
Should I be offended or a bit turned on? In all honesty, this is a wildly entertaining show. One should come to Absinthe with an open mind and a sense of humor because nowhere else will you hear so much profanity, vulgarity, racism, sexism, and gay slurs being used. Meeting the cast after the performance, it is easy to see that it is all an act.
If there were any conflicting emotions whirling around in my head; it was about how fantastic this show was, how the performers could do half of the stunts, and when was the next time I was going to head to the gym. (The answer was today)
Be warned that no one is safe from the sharp wit of the Gazillionaire. At the half way mark, there is an opportunity for audience participation. Do not sit in the front row and hide if sexually provocative actions make you nervous.
From start to finish, I was laughing so hard that a tear almost ran down my leg. Just kidding, my cheeks just hurt really badly.Listed in: The show must go on.
