VEGAS! The SHOW at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino

Las Vegas has always sold a dream of bright lights, famous singers, sharp suits, and showgirls. VEGAS! The Show turns that story into a fast-moving 90-minute stage revue, starting with the classic era and moving through the stars who made the city famous. I like the live big band and the generous mix of singing, dancing, comedy, acrobatics, and nostalgia. I also like that the show works for families, including young teenagers.

The main drawback is practical rather than artistic: the Saxe Theater can be hard to find inside Miracle Mile Shops. The theater is small, which helps create a close-up feel and means many seats offer a good view, but the cold air-conditioning can be fierce. Arrive early, allow time for the walk, and bring a light coat.

Key points to know before you book

• A 90-minute trip through Vegas history: The production moves from the 1940s through later decades with music linked to the city’s best-known performers.
• Classic names take center stage: Expect nods to Elvis Presley, the Rat Pack, Sammy Davis Jr., Gladys Knight & The Pips, Tom Jones, and other Vegas favorites.
• More than a singing tribute: Showgirls, dancers, acrobats, jugglers, comedy, costumes, and a live big band keep the pace moving.
• Four seating choices: You can select the category that fits your budget and preferred view.
• Inside Miracle Mile Shops: The Saxe Theater is at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, but reaching it takes more time than the address suggests.
• A family-friendly evening: All ages are welcome, and the show is suitable for young teenagers.

What VEGAS! The Show is really about

This is not a single-star concert built around one celebrity impersonator. It is a variety production about the idea of Las Vegas itself: the singers, dancers, musicians, stage acts, and glamorous costumes that shaped the city’s entertainment culture.

The show presents familiar figures rather than attempting to replace them. You’ll hear songs connected with Elvis Presley and the Rat Pack, along with tributes to performers such as Gladys Knight & The Pips and Tom Jones. The cast brings its own voices to the material, so you should think of this as a lively tribute rather than a strict impersonation contest.

That distinction matters. If you want a serious, exact recreation of a particular Frank Sinatra or Elvis concert, this may not match your plan. If you want a colorful night of classic songs, dancing, humor, and old-school Vegas style, the format makes good sense.

The production also reaches beyond songs. Showgirls and dancers add the visual sparkle people expect from a traditional Vegas revue. Acrobats and juggling provide a change of pace, while comedy keeps the show from feeling like one long parade of ballads.

The Saxe Theater inside Miracle Mile Shops

Your evening begins at the Saxe Theater, located at 3663 S Las Vegas Blvd, inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino. The theater is not a separate building with a simple street entrance, so use the venue name and allow extra time to get there.

This is the detail most likely to affect your evening. The mall has plenty of shops and entrances, and finding the theater can take a long walk. I would arrive well before the 7:00 pm start rather than trying to reach your seat at the last minute.

The box office is listed as open daily from 11:00 am to 9:30 pm, though hours can change. Your ticket is held at the Saxe Theater Box Office for collection on the day of the performance, and the lead traveler needs photo identification to pick it up.

Once inside, you can find your seat and settle in. The venue is described as small, and that is useful when choosing a category. You may not need the most expensive option simply to feel close to the stage, although the exact value depends on the seat category available for your performance.

A lounge at the theater offers refreshments, including alcohol before or after the show. Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the theater. The auditorium may feel very cold, so a light layer is a sensible addition to your evening plans.

Stop one: finding the theater at Planet Hollywood

The first part of the experience is less a formal activity than a bit of Las Vegas navigation. You make your way through Miracle Mile Shops to the Saxe Theater, then redeem your ticket and take your assigned seat.

Miracle Mile is convenient if you want to eat, shop, or browse before the show. It also gives you somewhere to wait without standing outdoors in the heat. The tradeoff is that the indoor mall setting can make the theater feel hidden, especially if you are relying only on the Planet Hollywood address.

I would plan to be in the area early enough to handle three things without stress: locate the theater, collect the ticket, and find the correct seating area. This is especially important for a 7:00 pm performance, when a long walk through the resort can quietly eat up your time.

Stop two: music from the 1940s to modern Vegas

After the curtain rises, the show begins its journey through the eras of Las Vegas entertainment. The structure gives you a quick sense of how the city’s stage tradition developed, from postwar nightclub glamour to the larger productions associated with modern Strip entertainment.

The Rat Pack and Elvis are major parts of the classic Vegas section. You can expect music, costumes, and stage mannerisms that recall the period when Las Vegas became linked with headline performers and late-night entertainment.

Sammy Davis Jr. receives a particularly meaningful tribute connected with the Sands. That moment adds some emotional weight to a production otherwise built around speed, color, and fun. It reminds you that the old Vegas story was shaped by real performers, not only by neon signs and casino mythology.

The program also includes references to Gladys Knight & The Pips, Tom Jones, and other entertainers. The range gives the evening more variety than a show devoted to one musical style. Some sections will likely feel more familiar than others, depending on your age and taste.

Younger audience members may not know every song from the older decades, but the visual action helps carry the story. The dancing, costumes, comedy, and side acts mean you do not need a detailed knowledge of classic Vegas music to follow the production.

Singing, dancing, comedy, and side acts

The strongest feature of the format is variety. You are not asked to sit through 90 minutes of one repeated routine. The show shifts among professional singers, dancers, showgirls, musicians, and specialty performers.

The ensemble is not described as especially large, but that can work in its favor. A smaller cast can give the performers more responsibility, and the production depends on them to carry several styles of material. The singing and dancing are central, while acrobatics and juggling add the kind of surprise you expect from a traditional variety bill.

The showgirls provide the familiar Vegas look, with bright costumes and carefully staged movement. The production uses props, outfits, and sets to help mark the different periods. This visual approach is part of the appeal, especially if you want an evening that feels unmistakably like a classic Strip show.

The comedy is mixed into the program rather than treated as a separate stand-up set. That keeps the tone light and helps bridge the musical numbers. You should expect a campy, good-humored presentation, not a solemn museum piece about Las Vegas.

The energy is generally high. Numbers move quickly, and the combination of music and movement helps prevent slow patches. Still, the broad revue format means not every segment will appeal equally to every person. Someone seeking only Rat Pack music may find the later material less interesting, while someone wanting a full modern pop concert may find the old Vegas focus too strong.

Seating, sightlines, and the value of $49

The listed price is $49 per person, with taxes and fees included. That is a reasonable price for a 90-minute production in a major Las Vegas resort, especially when you compare it with large headline shows that can cost much more.

Four seating options let you choose how much you want to spend. The most expensive category may offer a preferred position, but the intimate theater changes the calculation. Since the room is small and many seats are considered good, a midrange category may offer the best balance for many people.

I would choose the seating category based on your priorities:

• If this is a special celebration and you want to remove any doubt about your position, consider a higher category.
• If you mainly want the music and show, a lower-priced option may be enough.
• If you are bringing a family, keeping the ticket cost near $49 can make the evening easier to fit into your budget.
• If you care about seeing facial expressions and close interaction, a front section may be worth the extra cost.

The value is also helped by the show’s range. You are paying for singers, dancers, musicians, specialty acts, costumes, and a complete stage production, not simply a short impersonation set. Beverages cost extra, but you can purchase them at the lounge if you want to make the evening more of an occasion.

Who will enjoy this show most

I would recommend VEGAS! The Show to anyone who wants a broad introduction to old Las Vegas entertainment. It gives you the names, sounds, costumes, and stage conventions associated with the city without requiring an entire evening at a casino lounge or a deep knowledge of the performers.

It is a particularly good fit for:

• Couples looking for a traditional Vegas night out
• Families with older children or teenagers
• First-time visitors who want a classic Strip show
• Fans of Elvis, the Rat Pack, and mid-century entertainment
• Anyone comparing large, expensive productions with a more affordable revue
• People who enjoy variety shows rather than one long concert

The family-friendly rating is useful. All ages are welcome, and the program has enough movement to interest a young teenager. The showgirls and costumes bring classic Vegas glamour, but the overall event is presented as suitable for families.

You may want to choose something else if your main goal is a current pop star, a highly technical stage spectacle, or a strict historical presentation. This is a theatrical version of Vegas memory, with playful exaggeration and a mix of acts. It celebrates the style of the city more than it explains every detail.

Timing and simple evening planning

The performance starts at 7:00 pm and lasts about one hour and 30 minutes. Since hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, you arrange your own way to Planet Hollywood.

The venue is near public transportation, which helps if you are not staying nearby. You still need to allow time for the resort and mall walk. I would not schedule a tight dinner reservation immediately after the show, since the theater’s location inside Miracle Mile Shops can make departure slower than expected.

You can eat or shop at Planet Hollywood before the performance, then head to the Saxe Theater with your ticket collection already in mind. The lounge provides a place for drinks before or after the show, but outside food and beverages cannot go into the auditorium.

The experience requires good weather under its stated policy. If poor weather causes a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. For a full refund when you cancel yourself, you must do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Late cancellations and changes are not accepted.

The best way to set expectations

The title may suggest a nonstop Rat Pack tribute, but the program covers a much wider span. You’ll see classic Vegas figures, yet the show also includes performers and styles from later periods.

That breadth is one of the show’s best qualities if you want a quick tour through several decades. It can be a disappointment if you arrive expecting a focused Rat Pack experience from beginning to end. Read the title as Vegas in the broad sense: singers, dancers, showgirls, comedians, acrobats, and the atmosphere of the Strip.

The production also has a traditional, slightly campy style. That is part of its charm, but it will not suit everyone. Some audience members may find the staging polished and lively, while someone expecting a more modern or realistic theater piece may find it old-fashioned.

I like that the performers do not need to mimic every famous voice exactly. The best reason to attend is the overall evening: familiar songs, skilled ensemble work, costumes, a live band, and a reminder of why Las Vegas became an entertainment capital.

Should you book VEGAS! The Show?

Book it if you want good-value classic Vegas entertainment in a manageable 90-minute package. The $49 price, family-friendly format, small theater, live orchestra, and wide mix of acts make it a sensible choice for a first visit or a lower-cost night on the Strip.

Before booking, make peace with two things: the show is a broad revue rather than a pure Rat Pack program, and the Saxe Theater takes effort to find. Select your seating category with care, arrive early, bring a light coat, and collect your ticket at the box office with photo ID.

I would skip it only if you want a single headliner, modern concert production, or exact impersonations. For everyone else, especially families, couples, and fans of old-school Las Vegas, this is a lively way to spend an evening without paying headline-show prices.

FAQ

Where is VEGAS! The Show located?

It is performed at the Saxe Theater inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, at 3663 S Las Vegas Blvd #454A, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109.

What time does the show begin?

The listed start time is 7:00 pm.

How long does VEGAS! The Show last?

The performance lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes.

What performers are featured in the show?

The production pays tribute to entertainers including Elvis Presley, the Rat Pack, Gladys Knight & The Pips, and Tom Jones. It also includes references to other stars who shaped Las Vegas entertainment.

Is the show suitable for children?

Yes. All ages are welcome, and the show is described as family-friendly.

Are drinks available at the theater?

Yes. Alcohol and other refreshments are available at The Lounge at Saxe Theater before or after the performance. Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the theater.

Do I need to collect my ticket at the venue?

Yes. Tickets are held at the Saxe Theater Box Office for collection on the day of the performance. The lead traveler must show photo identification.

How many seating options are available?

There are four seating categories, and your selected category is included with your booking.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made later are not accepted. If poor weather causes the experience to be canceled, you will be offered another date or a full refund.