The Visitors Guide to Las Vegas' Adult Shows

Las Vegas is known for its gambling and fabulously designed casinos. However, it is also known for the variety of shows available for visitors to attend. One area of shows that are a choice to many are the adult-oriented shows. The adult shows available in Las Vegas fall into one of four categories: female-oriented, male-oriented, erotic-oriented, and classic topless. However, before considering one of these shows on your next trip to Vegas, It is important to understand what is what.

The female-oriented shows are shows that are geared towards the female audience member or to those that have an interest in viewing the male form. These shows include Chippendales - The Show, Men - The Show, Thunder from Down Under, and American Storm. These shows appeal to screaming women who like to watch the male participants strip down to very little. If either you are a fan of watching men in themed costumes or highly choreographed routines dance on stage, then one of these shows will be just right.

The male-oriented shows are shows in which the male viewer is focused on. Many of these shows focus on a small group of topless and otherwise scantily clad women to do everything in their power to entertain men in a manner that is a little classier than the prevalent strip clubs all over the city is. These shows include Crazy Girls, Fantasy, X Burlesque, Ooh La La, Bite, and MGM's Crazy Horse Paris.

There is only one erotic-oriented show, which is a Cirque du Soliel production Zumanity. The show will appeal to any person who likes the idea of eroticism. Many who have attended have said that once this show is done; there are no detours that can get them back to their hotel rooms fast enough.

Finally, you have the classic shows, which include Folies Bergere and Jubilee. These shows have stood the test of time from their inception of the 1950s. They are complete with tons of sequins and feathers, along with huge headdresses. Everything about these types of shows is done tastefully. Though some may say that there is really no need for the toplessness, these shows would not be the same without it.

So which are the best shows to see?

Zumanity - Zumanity, at New York New York is led by one man and two voluptuous (full figured) women that take you on the erotic journey. As with any Cirque du Soliel show, you should expect the unexpected. In addition, the show is very much worth the prices charged. Show is 90 minutes in length and ticket prices are $75.90 Balcony, $86.90 Upper Orchestra, $108.90 Lower Orchestra, and $283.80 Sofa package for two.

Folies Bergere - The current design of the show is to pay homage to the women of the centuries past. This includes those from the 1850s to those of the present day. One of the most interesting things of the show is how the hemlines of the dresses go from floor length, to well above the knee. The show is offered nightly at the Tiffany Theater of the Tropicana Hotel except for Sundays. Tickets are $38.50 for general reserved seating.

MGM's Crazy Horse Paris - Crazy Horse Paris is a cabaret-type show with the girls doing many different things to entertain the audience. The show was recently renamed to Crazy Horse Paris from Le Femme. The original show began in 1951. The show is shown nightly at the MGM Grand Hotel except for Tuesdays. This show is topless and nearly bottomless. Ticket prices are $59.00 for reserved seats

Ooh La La - This show features an all female cast, as well as having an all female crew. One of the features is that guests see the girls warming up for their performance front and center while they arrive at their seats. If you are into French maid costumes, you will love this show. Shown nightly at Paris Las Vegas Hotel except for Wednesday, ticket prices are $58.25 for General Admission seating.

Thunder from Down Under - This show gives women a look at what really goes on down under. With a fabulous cast of Aussie men to keep your attention for a full 75 minutes, you cannot take a chance of missing this show. The range of entertainment reaches from the Village People oriented to mixing of the GI Blues. Tickets at the Excalibur Hotel are $43.95 for General reserved seating.

Jubilee! - The costumes alone are enough to keep you interested throughout the almost two-hour show. The show is full of dancing and singing, and is not in the least bit risqué. The show is nightly at Bally's except for Fridays. Tickets are $50.00 Upper Tier Reserved, $70.00 Standard View Reserved, and $90.00 Table & Premium View Reserved.

Chippendales - The Show - As the show has been seen across the U.S. for many of years, the sets change as do the dancers. However, they are sure to keep you coming back for more. From a mixture of the rocker to the romanticism of the softest bump and grind, the Chippendale dancers will hold your attention. The show is shown nightly except for Wednesday at the Rio Hotel. Ticket prices are $58.25 for floor seats for the 75-minute show.

For more information on purchasing tickets, please contact the box office of the respective show's hotel or visit www.vegas.com.