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Fabulous Palm Springs Follies
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3 reviews for Fabulous Palm Springs Follies
None of these reviews include the most significant feature of the PS Follies, It is a show put on by senior citizens who are show biz professionals, many of them former showgirls (and 'boys'). They are very talented (and it sends a strong message to stay active!!) but I think it is important to point out that the audience (the time we went anyway) is, for the most part, well over age 65.
Some would say it is a bit schmaltzy, the final number had everyone in red white and blue sequins singing every patriotic song under the sun saluting Old Glory. The show has lots of corny double entendre age related jokes, lots of support spandex tights to make those 75 year old legs look 25.
We took my mother in law (age 80) and she really enjoyed it, my husband, not so much. But I thought it was great fun, believe it or not you will all be seniors someday, and hopefully you will be as spry as the cast of the Palm Springs Follies.
My wife and I finally got around to seeing the follies a few weeks ago and now I wonder why we had waited so long. OK, I suppose if you are under 50 -- or 60 -- you might not like it so much. But, even kids would enjoy the trained dogs and the ventriloquist, though some of the humor may be over their heads. (It's a variety show, and the acts do change from time to time.) The cast ranges in age from 55 to 85, but that doesn't mean they are hobbling around with canes and walkers. It's an amazing show, and we had an absolutely wonderful time. The MC, Riff Markowitz, is really droll, and I laughed so much my sides hurt! I highly recommend this show!
Wow...I guess I'm pertty lucky to be the first to review this incredible 5-star rated show! Not only are the costumes unbelievable and the performers top notch! But each show is an inspiration for anyone wanting to live life to its richess, and fullest and fittest! I am always amazed at the flexibility, and strength of these performers...and yes...I am semi biased since my cousin is co-owner of the show! Go Mary!
p.s. I still want to borrow one of those head-dresses!
