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A Review of the Las Vegas Show Danny Gans at the Danny Gans Theatre

17 November 2008

A Review of the Las Vegas Show Danny Gans at the Danny Gans TheatreFor people not overly familiar with Las Vegas, you may not know who Danny Gans is. If not, he’s a singer-slash-comedian who was once a professional baseball player. Danny’s been called “the man of a thousand voices,” “the ultimate impersonator,” and even “the most famous actor who never appeared in Bull Durham,” (an ironic pun to the fact Danny appeared in the hit Kevin Costner film but ultimately had his scenes cut) but is also a very accomplished and funny comedian. Any man who has a theater in Las Vegas named after him must be doing something right. And if you’re feeling the need for a good laugh, Danny Gans is currently at the Danny Gans Theater.

The reigning Entertainer of the Year in Las Vegas welcomes the audience in with some warming commentary before going straight into his act. Although, many have seen his show multiple times and claim Danny has a propensity to switch it around some.

However, a lot of his material, such as the singers he impersonates, remains the same. If you’re looking to be blown away by any showgirl-type kicks or high-flying acrobatics, then you’ve better cancel in advance.

Danny Gans’ show is more an old-school Vegas show. It’s a glimpse back into the past where Sinatra, Martin and the rest of the Rat Pack ruled supreme with their comedic acts intertwined with singing.

Danny’s repertoire is extensive. He can do a spot on impression of Johnny Carson, both vocally and physically. When he gets to Frank Sinatra, he invokes the spirit of the man, and bellows out a deep, pure voice that would earn a thumbs-up from any critic.

Some of his newer impressions like John Mayer need some refining, but he’s definitely on the right track. His Michael Jackson impression is hysterical, although just run-of-the-mill compared to the hundreds of other comedians who impersonate Mike. He also does voices like Kermit the Frog, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton, James Taylor, Jeff Foxworthy, and more.

The show is all Danny, all the time, for one and a half hours. A lot of people criticize the Danny Gans show, but there’s a theory floating around that most aren’t intelligent enough to get the humor. He does have a habit of using a brand of “smart” humor. A lot of people want an assault on the senses and not something they have to think about. But when it comes to being a solid entertainer, Danny is as good as it gets.

The ticket prices are about $100, which is good for Vegas standards in 2008. The show is really, really loud. So if you have a problem with sensitive ears, you may want to skip it or sit in the back. In order to really get it, you have to be older, or at least privy to the history of Vegas and past performers. If you’re going in there to watch a 50 Cent impression, you’ll be disappointed.

Tags: las vegas, the mirage, frank sinatra, danny gans, bull durham, entertainer of the year, michael jackson, kermit the frog,
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