Jubilee!
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Donn
Arden's lavish stage spectacular. There's A-1 tune-crooning,
million-dollar sets, and the most glitter this side of Hollywood
with costumes by Bob Mackie. And then there's the Jubilee!
dancers - voted "Best Showgirls" by the Las Vegas
Review-Journal's "Best of Las Vegas" readers poll.
Jubilee! is one of the longest running extravaganzas
in Las Vegas. It continues to rate as one of Las Vegas’
finest production shows. With incredible sets, costumes, and
special effects, Jubilee! is a must-see attraction for any
Las Vegas visitor.
Originally premiering in July 1981, Jubilee!
has astonished millions with its spectacular sequences, such
as “The Sinking of the Titanic” and “The
Destruction of the Temple of Samson.” The cast numbers
nearly 100 dancers, singers and specialty acts, all appearing
on one of the largest and most unique stages in the world.
So come see Jubilee! and get yourself a seat up front for
a trip back in time, Las Vegas-style.
This is a topless show! You must be 18 years
and older.
Here are some facts about the show:
- Elevators - it takes 1/2 minute for the
elevator to reach stage level from the basement; there are
five speeds, 8 feet per minute to 40 feet per minute.
- There are 100,000 light bulbs on the set
pieces. It costs $50,000 per year to maintain and replace
light bulbs.
- The show uses enough power for a small
town of 1,000 to 2,000 people. The minstrel set, which is
three stories tall, uses power enough for 20 homes (14,600
light bulbs).
- There are 125 miles of wire in the set
pieces.
4,200 lbs. of dry ice per week is used for fog effects.
- The heaviest overhead stage drop weighs
2,000 lbs.
- The Titanic is an exact replica and is
constructed on a moving frame at a 60 degree tilt.
- The heaviest headdress weighs 35 lbs.
- Two women spend 75 hours per week maintaining
325 wigs for the show.
- The company goes through 1,500 pairs of
tights per year.
Seating
Map
Hotel: Bally's
Times: 7:30 pm and 10:30 pm nightly; dark
on Fridays
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