Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - With the return of Sutton Lee Seymour, 'The Dueling Drag Divas' and 'Divariety,' and Act II Entertainment's own Danny Mininni directing the play that kick-started the local entertainment scene - all happening during the first week of 2019 - it's going to be a very Happy New Year in Puerto Vallarta!
Act II's founding partner returns to his first love... The Director's Chair!
"The Foreigner"
A Comedy by Larry Shue
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Directed by Danny Mininni
Opening Night: Saturday, January 5 - Party 6:00 pm / Show 7:00 pm
Open Run: Wednesdays - 7:00 pm
Bonus Show: Saturday, January 12 - 7:00 pm
The Foreigner is the story of two guests, Charlie Baker and Staff Sergeant Froggy LeSueur, at a resort-style fishing lodge in rural Georgia. Charlie is depressed because his beloved wife may be dying. To help his friend, Froggy tells Betty Meeks, who owns the lodge, that Charlie is the native of an exotic country who does not understand a word of English. Betty, who has never traveled, is delighted to cater to a stranger who is "as foreign as the day is long." Before long, things start to go awry, as Charlie finds himself privy to assorted secrets and scandals freely discussed in front of him by the other visitors. Charlie must "learn" English quickly and think on his feet if he wants to save the lodge and his new friends.
The Foreigner stars Alex McLauchlan as the charming and adorable Charlie (the Foreigner). "I never thought I'd meet another actor good enough to play the part of Charlie until I met Alex," says director, Danny Mininni. This show also features Act II veteran actress, Cherry DeLorenzo, the only actress that has been in an Act II production every season since its inception. Also starring Maria Rose, Shawn Morgan, Branden Hayes, Al Carswell, and Ocean Olson. 'The Foreigner' is a fantasy of good and evil resulting in side-splitting laughter. This hysterical romp is filled with slapstick and surprisingly, romantic comedy! It has enough warmth and truth in it that it is not only funny, but also often moving. This is solid entertainment and one of the funniest shows you will ever see!
OPENING THIS WEEK AT ACT II STAGES
"DragFlix"
Starring PV & NYC favorite, Sutton Lee Seymour
January 1 - Opening Night Party 8:30/Show 9:30
Every Tuesday - 9:30 pm
Every Thursday - 5:00 pm
Sutton Lee Seymour, known as "the Robin Williams of Drag," is New York City's Live Singing Comedy Queen of Stage and Screen, having performed with Atlantis Events on their gay cruise and resort vacations, and making numerous appearances on Bravo TV's Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen! She has toured with her shows to sold-out crowds in Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, plus other beach "vacation towns" like Ogunquit, Rehoboth, and Saugatuck! In New York City, Sutton Lee Seymour has become the premier "Broadway Queen," hosting and starring in a number of weekly shows and cabarets! Keep up with her adventures and travels on Facebook and Instagram by following @suttonleeseymour.
"Seymour is a wonderfully theatrical singer and a seasoned comedy queen!" - BroadwayWorld.com
"One of the best and brightest talents in New York City!" - Huffington Post
"Divinely Talented!" - Out.com
"Sutton Lee Seymour takes drag to another level." - RevueWM
"Sutton Lee Seymour is the real deal!" - RevueWM
"Funny, witty, fast-paced and entirely entertaining!" - TripAdvisor
"Everyone else should just give up, because [Sutton Lee] wins!" - Benj Pasek, Academy Award and Tony Award Winning Composer
"Dueling Drag Divas"
Comedy Drag Cabaret starring JoAnna, and Emmy-Award Winner, ChiChi Rones
Opening Night: January 2 - Party 8:30 pm/Show 9:30 pm
Sundays & Wednesdays - 9:30 pm
JoAnna is celebrating her 13th season in Vallarta. Starting out in NYC, JoAnna has won numerous awards, including "Best Patsy Cline Singer" at the Cowgirl Hall of Fame. The New York Times hails her as "One of the Best." In addition to PV, JoAnna has enjoyed 6 smash seasons in Provincetown and currently 8 fabulous summer seasons in Ogunquit, Maine.
Emmy Award Winner ChiChi Rones is excited to be back in Vallarta for a 7th season! She is excited to be debuting this all new show here in PV. Bette Midler, Edith Piaf and a duet with Sammy Davis, Jr. & Liza Minnelli, which must be seen to be believed! Iconic voices Shirley Bassey and Judy Garland, all sung in Chi Chi's soaring voice.
Chi Chi has toured extensively throughout the USA and around the globe, with some of her favorite destinations - Spain, UK and Scotland, and has entertained on the high seas on cruise ships, from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean!
In addition to their winter seasons in Puerto Vallarta, the Dueling Drag Divas continue their 7th season in 2019 at their summer residence at Mainestreet in Ogunquit, Maine. Dueling Drag Divas opens January 2nd at 9:30 pm. Their shows sell out most of the time, so purchasing tickets in advance is suggested.
"Divariety"
Featuring World-Famous Drag Divas, Gigi Monroe and Delighted Tobehere!
Opening Night: Wednesday, January 2 - 5:00 pm
January 2, 4, 5, 7, 11, 12 - 5 pm
Based in Juneau, Alaska, Gigi is a celebrated drag diva known the world over for her celebrity look-alikes that will make you look twice! And, wowing audiences from Puerto Vallarta to Gstaad, Switzerland, you'll agree why Beck's Best heralds her as "the best in the field of female illusion."
Delighted hails from New York City and is an internationally-celebrated, award-winning entertainer with a wide vocal range, quick wit and southern charm. She was featured on America's Got Talent, receiving four "YES!" votes from the judges, with Howard Stern exclaiming, "I loved the entire performance!" Individually, Gigi and Delighted are established headliners that will bring you to your feet! Together these two are a tour de force that will have your jaws dropping and sides splitting from the beginning of their show to their final bows!
As the ONLY 5-STAR venue in town, Act II brings you The Best Of The Best! Celebrating their 5-year anniversary, this is their biggest and best season ever! Many people actually plan their trips around Act II's shows! Act II is extremely grateful to the HUNDREDS of patrons that have written 5-star reviews about them! If you haven't been to Act II, take a look at the reviews, as well as the list of this week's shows below.
From stage plays and musicals, to cabaret, drag shows, and concerts, there is something for everyone! If you haven't lived the "Act II Experience," now's the time to do so! For more show information, or to buy your tickets, go to act2pv.com TODAY!
THIS WEEK'S SHOWS AT ACT II STAGES
Friday, December 28
Diana Villamonte "The Concert" - 5:00 pm
"Cinderella, The Musical" - 7:00 pm
Steve Grand, "Not the End of Me" - 7:30 pm
Hedda Lettuce, starring in "Gringa in Paradise" - 9:30 pm
Saturday, December 29
"Little Shop of Horrors" - 7:00 pm
"Twist & Shout," song, dance and schtick, celebrating music of the 50s and 60s - 7:30 pm
Mama Tits, starring in "Triple D" - 9:30 pm
Sunday, December 30
"Cinderella, the Musical" - 3:00 pm
"Nunsense, Amen!" - 7:00 pm
"Best of ABBA & Elton," starring Us Two and their LIVE BAND - 7:30 pm
Emmy-Award Winner, Jai Rodriguez, "Straight Outta Queer Eye" - 9:30 pm (FINAL SHOW)
Monday, December 31
Mama Tits starring in "Triple D" – 9:30 pm
Tuesday, January 1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Steve Grand starring in "Not the End of Me" – 7:30 pm
Sutton Lee Seymour starring in "Dragflix" - Opening Night Party 8:30 pm/Show 9:30 pm
Wednesday, January 2
"Divariety," starring Delighted Tobehere and Gigi Monroe - Opening Night 5:00 pm
"Little Shop of Horrors" - 7:00 pm
Us Two, Volume 1 – "Classics from the 80s and 90s" - 7:30 pm
"Dueling Drag Divas," starring Chi Chi Rones and JoAnna - Opening Night Party 8:30pm/Show 9:30 pm
Thursday, January 3
Sutton Lee Seymour, starring in "Dragflix" - 5:00 pm
"Little Shop of Horrors" - 7:00 pm
Steve Grand, starring in "Not the End of Me" – 7:30 pm
Hedda Lettuce, starring in "Gringa in Paradise" – 9:30 pm
Friday, January 4
"Divariety," starring Delighted Tobehere & Gigi Monroe - 5:00 pm
Diana Villamonte - "I Will Always Love You," a Whitney Houston Tribute - 7:30 pm
Hedda Lettuce, starring in "Gringa in Paradise" – 9:30 pm
CONTINUING SHOWS AT ACT II
"Little Shop of Horrors"
A Cult Musical/Horror Comedy
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Directed by Alfonso Lopez
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays at 7:00 pm (through January 3)
Directed by Alfonso López, the uber-talented director of "Rocky Horror" last year, this beloved horror/comedy/rock/musical is another first-class production at Act II and brings back the sounds and ambiance of the rock 'n' roll era. It stars many of your favorite Act II actors, plus some wonderful new faces, including Maria Rose, Joey Martinez, Alex McLauchlan, Andrew Sands, Shawn Morgan, Eli Estrada, Sasha del Oceano, and Ximena Peña Esparza. It also features the return of Act II Managing Partner, Danny Mininni, to the stage, with his portrayal of the crotchety and hilarious "Mr. Mushnik." With its delightful cast and toe-tapping music, Little Shop of Horrors is a must-see this season. "Little Shop of Horrors" is still breaking box office records making 2018 the most successful year on record. Only 1 more week of the full run, get your tickets Now!
"Fantastic, fun and magical. A intimate venue with a very talented cast. Highly entertaining. I highly recommend going to see this." - Scott R, 11/21/18
"ACT II has done it again! Surpassed themselves. WOW! what a Terrific Show!" - afield2015 Milwaukee, Wisconsin on TripAdvisor, 11/17/18
"Best show ever in Puerto Vallarta. A must see, amazing talent and set design. Would love to see it again." - Michelle S on TripAdvisor, 11/17/2018
Act II Superstar & TV Personality Diana Villamonte in Concert
'La Voz 2018' Runner-Up Presents Special Celebration Show
Friday, December 28th - 5:00 pm
Diana Villamonte, PV's #1 songstress and world-famous television star, returns to Puerto Vallarta after slaying the competition in The Voice of Mexico 2018, finishing as first runner-up! We are so proud of her! We always knew she was OUR super-star, but now, the world knows it, too!
It was so much fun watching Diana in this televised competition, and we have had many requests from people who are in town for the holidays that have begged to see Diana's show! So we have added TWO special celebration shows in December (21st & 28th) to celebrate her huge success! Diana will perform songs from all three of her popular shows, More Motown & Beyond, I Will Always Love You, and songs from her triumphant run on La Voz de Mexico. We are so excited to welcome her home and invite you to join us at the last of these special Christmas week shows! Tickets are available now at act2pv.com!
"Nunsense A-Men!"
This year's Funniest Musical... Bar Nun! (Pun intended!)
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Directed by Alfonso Lopez
Every Sunday at 7:00 pm
"It just keeps getting better! On this trip my husband and I attended 3 shows... Nunsense, Diana Villamonte and Little Shop of Horrors. All were very different and wonderful! I am happy to see that they are expanding the number and types of shows while continuing to bring PV quality live entertainment. The service is excellent and the setting fun. Go early and listen to the music in the bar. And yes, it is for everyone... please don't feel it is only a gay venue... don't miss it!" - Connie, Long Beach, on TripAdvisor 11/16/18
"Twist and Shout"
Music and Dance from the 50's and 60's
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Directed by Alfonso López
Every Saturday at 7:30 pm
"Saw Twist and Shout last night in The Red Room at Act II. So much fun. Music from the 50's and 60's with the premise of the two final contestants of a singing contest. The audience was laughing, cheering and singing along. Great addition to Vallarta nightlife." - Rick DiCarlo 11/25/18
"Twist and Shout was AMAZING! Great singing, great dancing and great concept! A must see!" - Bert Ramirez, Puerto Vallarta
"Twist & Shout had more heart than I've seen in a long time. Excellent and talented performers who gave 1000%!" - Dave Mohr
"Cinderella, the Musical"
A musical based on the fairy tale, Cinderella
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Directed by Alfonso López
Special Holiday Shows: December 28 - 7:00 pm and Sunday, December 30 - 3:00 pm
Every Sunday - 3:00 pm Matinee
"I would highly recommend attending the production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella at Act II Entertainment for a quality evening's entertainment while in Puerto Vallarta. The show is well produced with innovative sets and costumes. The cast is well rehearsed for a seamless presentation. The quality of the singing is outstanding. This will be an evening to remember on your visit to Puerto Vallarta." - chegi2018, on TripAdvisor, 12/2/18
"The third Act II Entertainment musical production of this young season is the fairy tale "Cinderella". The task was enormous with the result absolutely phenomenal. This is a first-rate, Broadway-style show which anyone associated must stand proud and take their bows. Every aspect has been practiced, designed and corrected until according to their exact professional standards. From the classy background deep red curtain portraying the title followed by the Gershwin's Main Title, everyone gathered tonight realized a top quality show is about to be unveiled." - E
Steve Grand - "Not the End of Me"
Featuring Steve Grand, Openly Gay Internet Sensation and Recording Artist
Shows sell out fast, so get your tickets now at act2pv.com
Every Tuesday - 7:30 pm
Every Thursday - 9:30 pm
Friday, December 28 - 7:30 pm (Bonus Show)
Steve Grand returns triumphantly to the Red Room for a 3-month run, after his extremely successful string of shows last season! 100% OF HIS SHOWS WERE SOLD OUT!! In 2013, Grand uploaded a music video to YouTube for his song, "All American Boy." Immediately, it went viral, and within 8 days, he had over 1,000,000 views! The song tells the story of unrequited love between a young man and his heterosexual male friend. As a result of his notoriety, this openly gay artist has been lauded as a trailblazer in the entertainment world and has appearanced on Good Morning America, CNN, Larry King Now, and other media outlets where he has used his platform to advocate for Human Rights and LGBT Equality.
"My first time visiting Act ll and I was impressed. Friendly staff and very well organised, along with some hilarious commentary while being seated, made for an enjoyable night! The small venue was perfect and intimate to watch Steve Grand play. A great and welcome addition to Puerto Vallarta." - Wazza H on TripAdvisor
Diana Villamonte's "I Will Always Love You"
A Musical Tribute to Whitney Houston, featuring PV's #1 Star
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Every Friday at 7:30 pm
"Act II Entertainment Stages and The Red Room Cabaret have another Hit on its list of shows not to miss. Directed by the Amazing Alfonso López, they have brought to life a tribute to Whitney Houston through the very beautiful and talented, Diana Valeria Villamonte! There were laughter, screams of delight and some tears brought forth as Diana Valeria Villamonte showcased her Amazing Voice and Huge Talent. And of course numerous Standing Ovations. Along with her awesome backup singers, Carla, Tony and Hannah, they brought the life and glamor of Whitney Houston back with Class. Another surprise came to the stage which was graced with a very talented saxophone player as he backed up Diana Valeria Villamonte. Check act2pv.com for dates and tickets to see this Awesome Talent and Show. Also don't forget Diana Valeria Villamonte also has another show, "Motown and Beyond" that is Unbelievably Terrific." - David Wilhoit
"We saw Diana Villamonte on her opening night for the season. She is not to be missed! Power house of a voice. Act Two is always our go to place when we are in Puerto Vallarta. All the entertainment is top notch. Having this theatre in PV is one of the top reasons we always return to PV." – Karen B, Toronto 11/11/18 on TripAdvisor
Hedda Lettuce - "Gringa In Paradise"
Winner Funniest Drag show 2017 - 2018
Hedda Lettuce's smorgasboard of live comedy, songs, and stand-up improvisations
Every Thursday & Friday - 9:30 pm
"Awesome great show. I highly recommend Hedda Lettuce, she is an amazing performer." - C Sailor, Puerto Vallarta 11/15/18
"...Hedda Lettuce was hilarious! A little of Dame Edna, a little Joan Rivers and perhaps a smidgen of Don Rickles' snarkiness, but truly, her truly, her comedy is uniquely hers - and a laugh riot!" MitziGabor, 12/16/18, TripAdvisor
Diana Villamonte "More Motown & Beyond"
All new Songs, with all the same talent!
Directed by Alfonso Lopez
Every Monday at 7:30 pm (starting January 7)
Panamanian Beauty and 'Voice of Mexico' Star, Diana Villamonte, returns for her second amazing season with Act II's #1 hit show, "More Motown and Beyond!" This is an all-new show in English, paying respect to the great ladies (and a few of the boys) of Motown (and beyond), with a special tribute to Aretha Franklin, as well as Diana Ross, Shirley Bassey, Whitney Houston, Anita Ward, Etta James, Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin and Donna Summer. This show sells out almost every night, so get your tickets TODAY!
"I am nearly speechless although I have seen her shows over seven times. 'More Motown' continues the string of truly mind-blowing sounds. I felt like I was dreaming. She is going to go so far." - Gary Beck
Mama Tits's All New Show - "Triple D"
Starring Puerto Vallarta's beloved 6'7" POWERHOUSE, Mama Tits!
Every Monday & Saturday at 9:30 pm
"DDD was fabulous Diva Divine Delightful. This woman can sing ...there is no lip synching happening here and her music director piano man kills it! You will feel like you had an intimate Vegas night out! The staff treats you like family with free snack appetizers in the lounge ... Mama greeted everyone after the show! The stairs are worth the climb to see the stars! Fabulous night." - 5 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor
"This was an amazing and wonderful entertainment experience! Definitely not to be missed! Non-stop laughing throughout the entire show. She is quite hilarious. Wonderful singer with a very large personality!" - HoustonGuy2414, 11/11/18 on TripAdvisor
US Two - "The Best of ABBA & Elton"
A musical tribute to ABBA and Elton John, featuring UsTwo and their LIVE BAND
Every Sunday - 7:30 pm
UsTwo presents a musical tribute to the timeless music of two unforgettable acts which began in the 70's, ABBA and Elton John! UsTwo will perform songs that you remember, such as Mama Mia, Dancing Queen, Chiquitita, Sad Song, Candle in the Wind, Rocket Man, and more. Their repertoire changes with each performance, but these amazing vocalists (and their band) will treat you to an unforgettable evening of music!
"I absolutely loved this high energy show. The band consists of very talented musicians. Danny & Noemi masterfully belt out song after song and bring the audience to their feet. Such talent." - Christine P, TripAdvisor
Us Two - The Classics Show
Winner - 2017 Best Band Award!
Open Run: Every Wednesday at 7:30 pm - A New Show Every Week!
Act II is very proud of its talent this season and invites you to come and experience one (or two or three) shows for yourself!
Tickets to all shows can be purchased online at actiientertainment.com, at the box office, which is open daily from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
The Act II Entertainment STAGES complex is located on the corner of Insurgentes and Basilio Badillo on the South side of Puerto Vallarta. For more information, call (322) 222-1512, or follow Act II on Facebook. Click HERE to see what else is playing at Act II STAGES.