Zombie Burlesque at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino

The undead take over 1950s Las Vegas in Zombie Burlesque, a 90-minute stage show that mixes comedy, singing, dancing, burlesque, acrobatics, and a live big band. It is less a frightening zombie story than a campy nightclub party with shambling performers and plenty of cheeky humor.

I like the small V Theater, where performers can play directly to the room instead of disappearing on a distant stage. I also like the strong value at $49, especially if you want a full evening show without paying headline-production prices. The catch is that the comedy can be broad, the seating is narrow, and audience participation means you may be part of the act.

• 1950s Atomic Age setting: A film opens the show by explaining how zombies invaded Las Vegas and settled into Club Z.
• Live music: A big band supplies the tunes rather than relying only on recorded sound.
• Variety-show format: Expect burlesque, comedy, dancing, acrobatics, balancing, and unusual skits.
• Audience interaction: The cast works the room, with front-row and aisle seats most exposed to participation.
• Two seating categories: General seating is available, while VIP places you within the first ten rows.
• Easy pre-show plan: The Miracle Mile Shops offer dining and shopping inside Planet Hollywood.

A Zombie Show That Plays More Like a Nightclub Revue

The basic joke of Zombie Burlesque is simple: the dead have taken over Las Vegas, but they still want to sing, dance, flirt, and put on a good show. That premise gives the cast permission to be silly, sexy, and deliberately over-the-top.

You are not getting a serious horror production. The zombies are comic characters in makeup and costumes, and the show leans into camp. The tone is playful, sometimes bawdy, and aimed at an audience comfortable with adult jokes and suggestive material.

I would describe it as a Las Vegas variety show with a zombie wrapper. Some sections are built around burlesque and dance, while others feel more like stand-up comedy, character work, or circus acts. That variety keeps the 90 minutes moving, but it can also make the show feel loosely connected.

The story is mainly a frame for the performances. If you need a strong plot with a clear beginning, middle, and end, this may feel scattered. If you are happy with a string of comic set pieces and musical numbers, the loose structure is part of the fun.

Entering the V Theater at Miracle Mile Shops

The V Theater is inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, at 3663 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Suite 360. You make your own way there, so no hotel pickup or drop-off is included.

The location is useful for planning a full evening. You can eat at Miracle Mile Shops before the show, browse the stores, and then head to the theater without crossing the Strip. Afterward, you are already in a part of Las Vegas filled with restaurants and casino entertainment.

The main practical issue is finding the theater inside the casino and shopping complex. Give yourself extra time if you do not know Planet Hollywood. The box office opens at 11 a.m. and is scheduled to remain open until 9:30 p.m., though hours can change.

For the 8 p.m. performance, pick up your tickets at the V Theater box office at least 30 minutes before showtime. You need a valid photo ID for the lead person on the booking. Seating begins 15 minutes before the show, so arriving early reduces the chance of rushing through the casino corridors.

What Happens During the 90-Minute Performance

The show begins with a film that sets up the Atomic Age story. It places you in 1950s Las Vegas, where a zombie invasion has turned into an ongoing entertainment business.

From there, the cast brings out a parade of undead personalities. The format includes singing, dance, comedy, burlesque, and a live big band. The band gives the production a more traditional stage-show feel and helps tie together the very different acts.

One number features a ballerina dancing to the Cranberries song Zombie. Another sends astronauts after a zombie with a ray gun, with the strange result that the zombie breaks into a dance routine. These examples give you a good sense of the show’s humor: spooky themes are treated as excuses for absurd stage business.

The host is a major part of the evening. The cast keeps a fast pace, and audience interaction is built into the performance. You may see someone brought onstage, pulled into a joke, or singled out during crowd work. For outgoing couples and groups of friends, that can make the room feel personal. For shy people, it is worth choosing a seat away from the front rows and the aisle leading to the stage.

The show also includes more traditional variety acts. Acrobatics, a contortionist performance, and a balancing act have been singled out as technical highlights. These moments may surprise you because they are more skill-based than the comedy and burlesque sections.

That mix is both a strength and a weakness. It gives the evening plenty of texture, but some acts may feel as if they belong in a different production. The show is held together by its host, music, zombie theme, and comic tone rather than by a tightly developed story.

Burlesque, Comedy, and Adult Themes

The title tells you the main ingredients, but Zombie Burlesque is not simply a sequence of dance numbers. Comedy takes up a large part of the show, including drag comedy and crowd work. Some material is very adult and can be deliberately inappropriate in the classic Las Vegas sense.

The show is intended for people aged 16 and older. It is not a children’s production, and the language, costumes, sexual humor, and audience participation may not suit every teenager or family group.

You should also know that the comedy can touch on sexuality and identity. Some audience members have found those parts funny and entertaining, while others expected more traditional burlesque and felt the focus was different from what they had anticipated. The production is best for you if you enjoy broad comedy and do not need every segment to match a narrow idea of burlesque.

The cast works across male and female comedy and performance styles, with a drag-comedy element included. That can make the show feel more varied, but it also means the evening is not aimed at a single type of couple or audience.

Seating: Is VIP Worth the Extra Cost?

The standard ticket includes the seating category you choose when booking. General admission keeps the price lower, while VIP seating places you in the first ten rows.

At $49 per person, the general option is attractive for a Las Vegas night out. You get a complete 1.5-hour show, tax and fees are included, and you can pair it with dinner or drinks at Miracle Mile Shops. Compared with major Strip productions, this is a relatively modest way to fill an evening.

VIP may make sense if you care about being close to the performers or want a better chance of seeing expressions and small comic details. The show takes place in a relatively small theater, so proximity matters. The first ten rows can also put you closer to the action, which is useful if audience involvement appeals to you.

I would not choose VIP solely because you expect a polished, large-scale spectacle. The room is intimate, and the appeal comes from personality and interaction as much as production scale. Pay extra for closeness and involvement, not for stadium-style staging.

Seats can be narrow, and aisle seats near the route to the stage carry the greatest chance of being noticed. If you like being part of the joke, sit close. If you prefer to watch quietly, choose a seat farther back and away from the main aisle.

Drinks and the Pre-Show Plan

Drinks are available for purchase at the Showgirl Bar outside the theater, and you can bring them into the showroom. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.

The cost of drinks is not included, and prices can be high by ordinary standards. Build that into your budget rather than treating the $49 ticket as the full cost of the evening.

Miracle Mile Shops make the timing easy. Have dinner before the show, collect your ticket, and remain in the same complex. You can also shop before or after the performance. Since the show begins at 8 p.m., an early meal gives you enough room to find the box office and theater without cutting things close.

I would avoid arriving at the last moment. Back-to-back shows can make the entrance area feel disorganized, and you may need time to locate the box office, collect your tickets, and find your seat.

Who Will Have the Best Time Here?

I would recommend Zombie Burlesque for adults and older teenagers who enjoy camp, silly characters, audience participation, and a little raunch with their stage entertainment. It works especially well for couples, groups of friends, and anyone who has already seen the major magic, music, or acrobatics productions on the Strip.

It is also a good pick if you want something different from a polished concert or a serious theater show. The zombie theme gives the night a Halloween-like flavor, but you do not need to attend around Halloween to understand the joke.

You may want to skip it if you dislike crowd work, drag comedy, sexual humor, or unpredictable audience involvement. The show can target people in the room, and a few audience members have found that uncomfortable. Avoid the front rows and stage-side aisle if that is a concern.

You should also think twice if your main goal is classic burlesque. The burlesque numbers are only one part of a larger comedy and variety show. The acrobatics, balancing, contortion, and sketch comedy can be just as important as the dancing.

How It Compares With a Bigger Vegas Production

The appeal here is intimacy and price, not grand scale. The V Theater is small, which lets the cast interact with the audience and makes the performance feel more immediate. You are close enough to see the performers’ comic expressions and reactions.

The trade-off is that the production may feel less polished than a high-budget Strip spectacular. The stage is compact, the seating is narrow, and the show moves between several styles. One number may be a burlesque routine, followed by a comedy sketch, then an acrobatic act.

That change of pace will delight you if you like variety. It may frustrate you if you want a single clear tone. I see Zombie Burlesque as a lively, affordable alternative to a large theater production, not a replacement for one.

The audience response tends to be strongest when the cast is working the room. The host keeps things moving, and the smaller venue gives jokes a direct feel. The show’s best moments are likely to come from that exchange between stage and audience rather than from the central zombie story.

Booking, Timing, and Cancellation

The experience is commonly booked about 32 days ahead, so booking several weeks in advance is sensible if your Las Vegas dates are fixed. Confirmation is provided when you book.

The listed start time is 8 p.m. Collect tickets from the V Theater box office at least 30 minutes before the show, and remember that seating starts 15 minutes before showtime. You can use public transportation to reach the area, and most people can take part without special arrangements.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

Should You Book Zombie Burlesque?

Book it if you want a funny, adult, low-cost Las Vegas show with a live band, unusual characters, and a real chance of audience interaction. At $49, it offers a full 90 minutes of entertainment and fits neatly into an evening at Planet Hollywood.

Choose general seating for the best value. Choose VIP if being close to the stage matters to you, and remember that the first rows are also the most exposed to crowd work.

Skip it if you want a coherent musical plot, child-friendly material, or strictly traditional burlesque. The show is proudly goofy and mixed in style. For the right audience, that is exactly the point.

FAQ

Where is Zombie Burlesque performed?

It is performed at the V Theater inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

How long does Zombie Burlesque last?

The performance lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

What time does the show begin?

The listed start time is 8 p.m.

How early should I arrive?

Pick up your tickets at the V Theater box office at least 30 minutes before showtime. Seating begins 15 minutes before the performance.

Do I need to exchange my ticket?

Yes. Pick up the tickets at the V Theater box office with a valid photo ID for the lead person on the booking.

Is the show suitable for children?

The show is not recommended for anyone under 16 because it includes adult themes and language.

Can I buy drinks at the theater?

Yes. Drinks are available at the Showgirl Bar outside the theater and may be brought into the showroom. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.

What seating choices are available?

You can choose general seating or VIP seating. VIP seating is within the first ten rows.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refundable.