Spiegelworld's "DiscoShow," a raucous, fast-paced celebration of disco and early 1970s New York City, is opening at the Linq Hotel + Experience in Las Vegas.
Producers say the 70-minute performance "evokes the essence and beating heart of the music and movement that ignited a decade," with a soundtrack that includes dance floor favorites like "Le Freak," "Good Times," "We Are Family," "Disco Inferno" and "Everybody Dance."
Spiegelworld's "DiscoShow" features a RollerSquad as part of the action. Photo Credit: Gaby Duong
"One of our first major artistic decisions in creating this show was to allow audiences to hear these familiar, classic songs as they were meant to be heard: in a dazzling club environment, on an incredible, state-of-the-art sound system, so that it all feels completely fresh and new," said director Steven Hoggett, a five-time Tony Award nominee and Obie and Olivier award winner.
Hoggett said the cast of young dancers and performers have diverse backgrounds and experience to propel the production's storytelling. "They're dancers and party people, so, yes, they love the classic disco hits. But what has been most exciting is seeing their eyes open to the cultural history and what young people just like them experienced in the early days of disco half a century ago. That is what is going to make this show so alive and contemporary and connected to all generations."
Eureka O'Hara, best known for her work on "RuPaul's Drag Race" and HBO's "We're Here," plays the role of Mother, a "sassy but bighearted spiritual guide who leads guests on their express subway disco journey to downtown New York City."
Eats and drinks, too
In addition to the performances, guests in the richly detailed, multilevel venue will have access to two bars -- Glitterloft, inspired by disco pioneer David Mancuso's legendary "rent party" space, and 99 Prince, its name taken from the SoHo street address of Mancuso's parties but built to look like a gritty subway platform.
The 120-seat Diner Ross serves popular New York American cuisine with twists, including the lobster hot dog, the dirty martini salad and French onion soup mac and cheese. Entrees include chicken, steak and a grilled cheese sandwich with marbled rye and American cheese topped with chicken salad and bacon.
Disco popovers are among the menu items at Diner Ross. Photo Credit: Spiegelworld
"Diner Ross is our heartfelt homage to the timeless charm of diners, reimagined with celebratory vibes and culinary finesse," Spiegelworld's executive culinary director Anna Altieri said. "We've crafted a menu that embraces cherished dishes, inviting our guests to indulge in both nostalgia and innovation, and an extremely polished but very casual atmosphere where guests can enjoy an intimate date or good times with a group of friends."
The bars and restaurant are open to all, even those without a ticket to the show.
Previews began Aug. 14, and opening night is set for Sept. 7. Tickets (starting at $69 plus fees) are on sale now. Performances are 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays.