Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Even as we bid farewell to some of the winter season's hottest shows, new acts keep 'springing up' at Act II - THE PLACE to go for the best live entertainment in Puerto Vallarta. Here's a look at what Stages has planned to keep you entertained this week.

Chicago, the Musical, Closing Night!
Saturday, April 20 - 7:00 pm

After a very successful, sold-out run on The Main Stage, the fabulous musical, Chicago, is coming to an end. The final performance will be on Saturday, April 20 at 7:00 pm. If you haven't had the chance to see this entertaining and extremely professional show, please make plans to do so now! It is one of the best productions ever presented in Puerto Vallarta! With 12 dancers and 7 principals, this show is a sight to behold! Don't miss out! Get your tickets today at act2pv.com!

John Denver's Co-Star, Renee Armand, Returns to Vallarta in "Born to Be Wild"
Opening Night: Tuesday, April 23 - 7:30 pm

The ever-popular Renee Armand returns to Puerto Vallarta this week, for her 4th season, with her brand-new show, Born to Be Wild! This "wild child" of the 60's will thrill you with her beautiful, soulful voice, as well as her anecdotal stories from her life in the 60's, right in the midst of the musical icons of our era. The memories she evokes will bring tears to your eyes, and will make you want to stand up and sing along to all your favorite songs, too. Hearing Renee sing is an experience you will never forget.

Recently named the "Best Performing Arts Venue in Banderas Bay" by Vallarta Tribune readers, and listed as the "#1 Entertainment Venue" and at #2 for "Best Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta" on TripAdvisor, Act II continues to enthrall audiences every night with its exciting Spring season of entertainment.

Many of these shows sell out, so check the schedule below and get your tickets now so that you don't miss out! Tickets are available today at act2pv.com, and at the box office.

PLAYING THIS WEEK AT ACT II STAGES

Friday, April 19
7:30 pm - Diana Villamonte, "I Will Always Love You," a Whitney Houston Tribute

Saturday, April 20
5:00 pm - "Twist & Shout," 50s & 60s music, song, dance, and schtick (FINAL SHOW!)
7:00 pm - "Chicago" a NuName Production - Get your tickets now! (FINAL SHOW!)
9:30 pm - Mama Tits, starring in "Triple D"

Sunday, April 21
7:30 pm - "Best of ABBA & Elton," starring Us Two and their LIVE BAND
9:30 pm - "Joanna, The Gal with a Gazillion Voices!"

Monday, April 22
7:30 pm - Diana Villamonte, starring in "More Motown & Beyond"
9:30 pm - Mama Tits starring in "Triple D"

Tuesday, April 23
7:30 pm - "Born to Be Wild" starring Renee Armand - Opening Night Party 6:30/Show 7:30

Wednesday, April 24
7:30 pm - Us Two - 4th Wednesday - "Us Two, Unplugged," an acoustical performance
9:30 pm - "Joanna, The Gal with a Gazillion Voices!"

Thursday, April 25
7:30 pm - "Born to Be Wild," featuring the beautiful Renee Armand

Friday, April 26
7:30 pm - Diana Villamonte - "I Will Always Love You," a Whitney Houston Tribute
9:30 pm - "Gringa in Paradise," featuring Hedda Lettuce

OPENING THIS WEEK AT ACT II STAGES

"Born to Be Wild"
Featuring Renee Armand, the voice behind the Oscar-Winning Song, "The Morning After"
OPENING NIGHT - Tuesday, April 23 - Party 6:30 pm / Show 7:30 pm
April 23, 25, 27, & 30, and May 2 & 4 at 7:30 pm

Due to popular demand, Renee Armand, Act II's favorite songstress, returns to The Red Room for her fourth exciting season! Click HERE for show description.

COMING SOON TO ACT II STAGES

"Avenue Q"
Puerto Vallarta's #1 Musical - EVER!
Directed by Alfonso López
OPENING NIGHT: Monday, May 6 - Party 6:00 pm / Show 7:00 pm
Continuing Shows: May 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22 & 25 - 7:00 pm

"Avenue Q," the most popular musical ever presented in Puerto Vallarta, returns in May, just in time for Pride Week! Avenue Q is a delightful, laugh-out-loud American musical that was performed on Broadway from 2003 to 2009. Audiences everywhere have been captivated by its fresh and funny story, and it won the prestigious 2004 "Triple Crown" for Tony Awards... Best Music, Best Score and Best Book!

The story of Avenue Q takes place in New York City and the street is Avenue Q, the only address you can afford when you're fresh out of college, out of a job, or just trying to find your purpose in life. It is a coming-of-age parable that satirizes the issues and anxieties of entering adulthood.

Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score (not to mention the use of full-size puppets that are animated by unconcealed human puppeteers), Avenue Q is a truly unique show that received rave reviews at Act II two years ago!

Although the show addresses slightly bawdy, humorous adult issues (and is not recommended for children), it is very similar to a beloved children's show - a place where puppets are friends. Drected by Act II Entertainment's Musical Director, Alfonso Lopez, Avenue Q features tons of local talent.

Simply put, this show is the perfect choice for those who may be wondering how the hell we got to this point in our lives and are constantly questioning your purpose in life. But, for now, you can just sit back and enjoy a belly-laugh (or two!) and rejoice at the marvel of this modern-day musical!

CONTINUING SHOWS AT ACT II STAGES

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 (Through May 24)

"Chicago" (FINAL SHOW! Get your tickets now!)
A NuName Production
Directed by Edoardo Rocha
Saturday, April 20 at 7:00 pm

The iconic American musical, Chicago, features music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Ebb and John Fosse. When it debuted on Broadway back in the 1970's, Chicago became a classic and won 6 Tony Awards. The Broadway revival in 1996 now holds the record as the longest-running musical revival and the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.

This NuName Production is absolutely amazing! It features 12 dancers, along with stage favorites, Michael Gibney, MaryJo Nelson, Maria Rose, Edoardo Rocha, Joan Houston, and Marsha Ward Ross! This spectacular musical is as addictive as gossip rags, and as unforgettable as any trial of the century. It is the one show you can always count on to give you the thrills and memories that only come from seeing a Broadway musical. It is an unforgettable journey into the crime and corruption of the 1920's.

Hedda Lettuce - "Gringa in Paradise"
Winner Funniest Drag show 2017 - 2018
Hedda Lettuce's smorgasboard of live comedy, songs, and stand-up improvisations
Every Monday - 7:30 pm
Every Friday - 9:30 pm (Through May 24)
Click HERE for show description and review.

"Twist and Shout"
Music and Dance from the 50's and 60's
Produced by Act II Entertainment
Directed by Alfonso López
FINAL SHOW!
Saturday, 20 at 5:00 pm

Act II is pleased to announce a brand new 50's and 60's show, "Twist and Shout," featuring musical hits from the 50's and 60's. The dynamic duo, Pedro Islas and Faride Talamás perform many of the songs that you love... I Wanna Be Loved By You, Can't Take My Eyes Off of You, Be My Baby, Lollipop, I Only Want to Be With You, Twist and Shout, and more! This show has a unique format and is full of singing, comedy, and dancing to the rhythms that changed the world!

"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

Us Two - Musical Duo
Winner - 2017 Best Band Award!
Every Wednesday - 7:30 pm (Through May 22)
A New Show Every Week of the Month
This Week - "Us Two - Unplugged"

"JoAnna, The Gal with a Gazillion Voices"
Drag comedy, singing and impersonations!
April 21, 24 & 28 - 9:30 pm

JoAnna (aka Joe Perry) is celebrating her 13th season as a headline performer here in Vallarta! She started out in NYC, and has won numerous awards, including "The Best Patsy Cline Singer" at the Cowgirl Hall of Fame. She is well-known for her amazing impressions, and can do an amazing impersonation of Cher, Tina Turner, Patsy Cline, Madonna, Marilyn Monroe, Celine Dion, Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton… and more! In addition to PV, JoAnna has enjoyed 6 smash seasons in Provincetown, Massachusetts, and has had 8 fabulous summer seasons in Ogunquit, Maine. The New York Times hails her as "One of the Best!" and the Florida Sun writes that she is "Beyond impressions, Parody and Burlesque."

"More Motown & Beyond"
Starring 'Voice of Mexico' Star, Diana Villamonte
All new Songs, with all the same talent!
Directed by Alfonso Lopez
Every Monday at 7:30 pm (Through May 27)

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 (Extended through May 27)

After her second record-breaking year as one of the Top Headliners of the illustrious Red Room Cabaret, Mama Tits is thrilled to return to Act II for her fourth hit season! This year she is back with her raw and witty take on life, sex, relationships and living your truth. Mama Tits weaves her soulful live singing with her stories and comedy into one big joyride of a show, with a strong message of love, emotion and positive reinforcement, (not unlike her trusty underwire bra)! Jazz, blues, pop, rock and Broadway round out this year's eclectic selection of songs.

"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 (Through May 23)

UsTwo presents a musical tribute to the timeless music of two unforgettable acts which began in the 1970'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 live band) will treat you to an unforgettable evening of music!

Tickets to all shows can be purchased online at actiientertainment.com, or at the box office, which is open daily from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.