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About The Empire Strips Back
What happens when a galaxy far, far away meets a wildly entertaining burlesque show? This.
The Empire Strips Back takes the galaxy you know and love and gives it a hilarious, adults-only twist — a dazzling blend of burlesque, comedy, and incredible choreography. Fan-favorite characters get reimagined through stunning costumes, playful performances, and plenty of tongue-in-cheek humor, in a one-of-a-kind production packed with laughs, surprises, and eye-catching spectacle from beginning to end.
It's equal parts parody, cabaret, and theatrical production — pop culture celebrated with a fun, flirty edge and just the right amount of mischief. A must-see for couples, groups of friends, and anyone looking to experience something beyond the traditional Vegas show.
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Spike's Take
$39 for a burlesque parody this cleverly staged — that's a fair price for a night that doesn't take itself seriously. Regular price is $43, so you're looking at 9% off. The Empire Strips Back Theater is a good-sized horseshoe room with solid sightlines throughout, but Premium and Preferred — the broad middle of the house — are the Sweet Spot here, close enough to catch every detail of the choreography without paying VIP Emperor prices.
Seating runs four zones: VIP Emperor up front, Premium and Preferred in the middle (the Sweet Spot), and Standard covering the side sections and balcony farther back. The show runs nightly — Monday through Thursday at 8:00 PM, Friday and Saturday at 7:00 and 9:30 PM, and Sunday at 7:00 PM. No flash photography or video once the show starts; still photos may be allowed depending on the night, so check with your usher. Ages 18 and over only.
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Show Details
Venue
Empire Strips Back Theater
Rio Hotel · 3700 W Flamingo Rd. Follow signage from the casino floor to the theater entrance.
Show Days & Time
Nightly · Times Vary
Mon–Thu 8:00 PM · Fri & Sat 7:00 & 9:30 PM · Sun 7:00 PM. Plan to arrive at the Rio 30–45 minutes early so you have time to park, find the theater, and get settled before you sit down.
Duration
2 Hours
No dead time. Fast-moving, number-to-number pacing that keeps the energy up start to finish.
Age Restriction
Ages 18+
Guests must be 18 years of age or older. Valid ID may be requested at the door.
Photography
No Flash or Video
No flash photography or video recording during the performance. Still photos may be allowed — check with your usher once you're seated.
How to Find It
Enter via the Casino Floor
The Empire Strips Back Theater is inside the Rio Hotel. Follow signage from the casino floor — allow extra navigation time on your first visit.
What to Expect
✨ A Galaxy Far, Far Away — Parodied
Fan-favorite sci-fi characters get reimagined through stunning costumes and playful performances, all played for laughs. It's a loving parody, not a tribute act — tongue-in-cheek from start to finish.
💃 Burlesque, Comedy & Big Choreography
Jaw-dropping choreography shares the stage with cheeky comedy, performed by a cast that's clearly having as much fun with the concept as the audience is. Sexy, silly, and self-aware in equal measure.
🎭 Equal Parts Parody, Cabaret & Theater
This isn't a themed lounge act — it's a full theatrical production with real production value, memorable moments, and just the right amount of mischief throughout.
🕐 2 Fast-Moving Hours, No Filler
Numbers rotate quickly enough that the runtime never drags. Nightly at the Rio, so it's easy to slot in whenever you're on that side of the Strip.
Empire Strips Back Theater Seating Chart
Empire Strips Back Theater · Rio Hotel — Click a section for details
VIP Emperor
Premium ⭐
Preferred ⭐
Standard & Balcony
🪑 Sweet Spot
The front row band, closest to the stage. Great if proximity is your priority, but sitting right up front on a horseshoe-shaped floor can mean a tighter angle than the balanced, centered view a little further back in Premium or Preferred.
Part of the Sweet Spot — the band just behind VIP Emperor, centered on the stage with a clean view of the full choreography. Close enough to catch every detail without paying VIP Emperor prices.
The other half of the Sweet Spot — the broad middle of the house. This is where Spike sits: centered, elevated just enough for a clean sightline over the rows in front, and priced well below VIP Emperor.
The side sections and the balcony, farther from the stage. Trades proximity for a wider view of the full production — a solid budget-friendly option in a room with good sightlines throughout.
Frequently Asked
It's an adults-only burlesque parody built around iconic characters from a galaxy far, far away — jaw-dropping choreography, stunning costumes, and cheeky comedy, played entirely for laughs. Equal parts parody, cabaret, and theatrical production, not a tribute concert or a fan convention panel.
No — guests must be 18 years of age or older. Valid ID may be requested at the door. This is an adults-only burlesque production, not appropriate for minors regardless of the playful sci-fi theme.
VIP Emperor is the front row band closest to the stage. Premium and Preferred are the recommended Sweet Spot — the broad middle of the house, close enough to catch every detail of the choreography without paying front-row prices. Standard covers the side sections and the balcony farther back, a solid budget-friendly option in a room with good sightlines throughout.
The Empire Strips Back Theater is inside the Rio Hotel. Follow signage from the casino floor to the theater entrance. Plan to arrive about 30 to 45 minutes early to park, find the theater, and get settled before the house lights go down.
Still photos may be allowed as long as they aren't distracting — please check with your usher on the way in. No flash photography or video recording during the performance.
The Empire Strips Back runs nightly with consistent scheduling, so outright cancellations are rare. Tickets are generally non-refundable once purchased, which is standard for live Las Vegas entertainment. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, you'll be notified and refund options will be provided. Review the full terms at checkout before purchasing.
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