Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – If you’re looking for high-quality theater productions, internationally renowned musical cabaret or drag shows, look no further than Act2PV. With FOUR shows every night, and new shows opening most every week, Act2PV has been voted the #1 Entertainment Venue in Banderas Bay and is #3 on TripAdvisor’s list of ‘Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta.’
Act2PV’s Daniela Treviño Thanks Her Lucky Stars for Her “Chance Encounter!”
Daniela Treviño’s dreams are coming true after her “accidental audition” at Act2PV last summer. She had accompanied a friend to pick up his paycheck when she saw a microphone laying on a table and picked it up and started singing. Act2PV’s managing partner, Danny Mininni, heard her voice and came out of his office and said, “Girl, you need to perform here at Act2PV! How would you like to have your own show?” The rest is history. Daniela is now the star of her own show, Legendary Ladies, and is one of the four amazing performers in Act2PV’s hit show, The Best of Broadway musical revue.
Daniela started singing and writing songs when she was a young girl. She would share them with her grandmother who encouraged her to pursue her dreams. She loved listening to Selena and Celine and Mariah and Christina, and she practiced their music for five hours every day.
At the age of 22, she started taking singing lessons with a vocal coach who taught her the technique of “belting,” and later studied at the Academia de Artes de Florencia in Mexico City and the Escuela de Musica del Rock a la Palabra in Mexico City. There, she had the privilege of performing for Mexican president, Felipe Calderon.
After various jobs of backup singing in hotels around Mexico, Daniela saw an audition notice for the Cirque du Soleil production in Puerto Vallarta. After 15 days of casting, she got the job! She was thrilled to be able to work with Gilles Croix, co-founder of Cirque, (Rhythms of the Night) as well as Eugenio Caballero, Oscar winner for his lighting and sound effects for the Mexican film, Pan’s Labyrinth. She continued to study with other coaches and sing at Cirque du Soleil, and for the past two years, was designated as Lead Singer for their new project, Savia!
So, dreams really do come true! Danny Mininni says, “This gorgeous young woman has the looks of Sofia Vergara, the comedy of ‘I Love Lucy,’ and the voice of Celine Dion. Act2PV is truly blessed to claim her as a part of our ‘family,’ and I think she has one of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard!” Come and see her Legendary Ladies show on Wednesdays at 5:00 pm or Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and in The Best of Broadway on Fridays at 7:00 pm. Tickets are available at act2pv.com.
SHOWS OPENING THIS WEEK
“Follies La Rouge”
A Broadway/Vaudeville/Burlesque show, presented by Kimberly LaRue
Opening Night – Tuesday, February 4 – Party 6:00 pm / Show 7:00 pm
At last! A dream come true! A “Broadway/Vaudeville/Burlesque” show is coming to Puerto Vallarta! NYC dancer (and new Puerto Vallarta resident), Kimberly LaRue, will present Follies La Rouge, a bedazzling extravaganza, featuring beautiful show girls, gorgeous guys, dynamic singers and fabulous entertainers in a show full of fun, glitz, love and surprises!
Kim has assembled an amazing group of local performers to star in this show. As a dance professional, she has personally choreographed and performed in many NYC musical theater productions, as well as contemporary and improvisational works for the stage.
Act2PV is THRILLED to be able to take advantage of her considerable experience and talent! Five years ago, Kimberly choreographed Act2PV’s very first production, A Chorus Line, as well as the first Encuentros de Danza. She also choreographed an outdoor theatrical/dance event for “Dia de Los Inocentes,” and the fun and fabulous Puerto Vallarta Flash Mob in 2011.
Last May, she presented her second “Encuentros de Danza” at Act2PV to a sold-out audience. Kim is a fabulous dancer and choreographer and is looking forward to spending more time in Puerto Vallarta. Act II is thrilled to welcome her back and can’t wait for you to see her show, produced by Act2PV and directed by Kimberly LaRue. Tickets at act2pv.com.
“The Bee Gees / Elton John”
A Musical Tribute to these legendary singers!
Starring Vallarta’s #1 Musical Duo, UsTwo
Opening Night – Sunday, February 2 – 7:30 pm
Vallarta’s #1 Musical Duo, UsTwo (and their live band), presents a musical tribute to two of the most beloved musical acts of the 20th century, The Bee Gees and Elton John. UsTwo, featuring Daniel Celis and Noemi Plascencia, will perform some of the most notorious songs of these iconic entertainers, such as How Deep is Your Love, Tragedy, Stayin’ Alive, Night Fever and Your Song, Candle in the Wind, Crocodile Rock, Daniel, and more!
Their repertoire changes with each performance as they keep adding new repertoire, but these amazing vocalists (and their live band) will definitely treat you to an unforgettable evening of music.
The Bee Gees is one of the top-selling musical groups of all time. The talented Gibb brothers were most popular in the 60’s and 70’s, and were well-known for their tight harmonies and incredible musicianship. They have sold 220 million records and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Sir Elton John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight) first became famous in the early 1970’s for his oversize glasses and outrageous outfits, but his enduring popularity and incredible talent have earned him five Grammy awards, induction into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame, and sales of over 300 million albums.
Together, these two acts epitomized the soft rock/pop musical sounds that became hugely popular in the 70’s, and is still loved around the world today.
“We saw two of Us Two’s shows in the past week. This couple and their band are absolutely phenomenal. Their energy, stage presence, showmanship, and musical abilities are top rate. Plus, they have a band full of top quality musicians to back them up.” – TripAdvisor
“The Boy Band Project”
Broadway Stars, Boys, Booty-shaking, Belting and all your Favorite Boy Band Hits!
Opening Night – Sunday, February 2 – Party 8:30 pm / Show 9:30 pm
Recently seen on Good Morning America, headlining on Atlantis Cruises, and as cover boys for the NYC Pride issue of GetOut Magazine, The Boy Band Project, is an all gay, scintillating, boy band cover group that re-imagines the sound, movement, and energy of NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Hanson, One Direction, 98 Degrees, O-town, BoyzIIMen, Jonas Brothers and more.
This musical thrill-fest features a group of boys direct from Broadway, so, if you can’t say “Bye Bye Bye” to the hits of your favorite guy groups from the ’90s to the present, now’s your chance to see them covered by a hot roster of effervescent, energy-ridden and extremely sexy boys! These guys prove that while some people have brains, some have looks, and others have talent, the Boy Band Project has it all!
These guys met when they performed together in Altar Boyz, an Off-Broadway musical, and decided to create an official “boy band” of their own. Their shows are interactive and nostalgic and pay homage to the dynamic and romantic style of the originals while highlighting their own considerable talents, heartthrob good looks, and seductive attitudes. As hard as it may be to imagine, the band actually sounds (and looks) better than the original groups that they cover! Tickets are available at act2pv.com.
“These are all men with real voices, trained to deliver real vocals, without auto-tuning and control booth trickery. To sit in a room and listen to voices sing so big that your heart swells, and so small that your heart melts, is, in and of itself, a treat not to be taken for granted. Add spectacularly synchronized steps, genuinely gorgeous gyrations, sexy smoldering stares, and you’ve got an hour of blissfully entertaining time away from the harsh realities that await you, on the street, on your phone, on your computer, on your TV screen. What makes the show so good is that these super hot guys bring all the tongue in cheek humor you would hope for in a boy band cover group, spontaneously interacting with the audience from the stage and out in the house (be prepared for the fourth wall to be seriously broken down), and then they hit you with the harmonies, the harmonies, the harmonies. The solos, the solos, the solos. The talent on the stage is simply overwhelming!” – Steven Mosher, Broadway World
ALL SHOWS THIS WEEK AT ACT2PV
Fabulous Friday, January 31
5:00 pm – “Whitney & Tina” starring Vallarta’s #1 Songstress, Diana Villamonte
7:00 pm – “Best of Broadway!” a musical revue of your favorite Broadway tunes
7:30 pm – “Hello, My Name is Elder Smith,” featuring Broadway’s Daniel LeClaire
9:30 pm – “Tossed Salad,” featuring drag diva, Hedda Lettuce
Super Saturday, February 1
5:00 pm – “Hello, My Name is Elder Smith,” featuring Broadway’s Daniel LeClaire
7:00 pm – “MAMMA MIA!”, the Broadway Musical
7:30 pm – “Legendary Ladies / Celine Dion,” featuring singer/dancer Daniela Treviño
9:30 pm – “The B*ch is Back,” featuring drag diva, Mama Tits
Sunday Funday, February 2
5:00 pm – “Linda Ronstadt: In My Voice,” a musical tribute starring Brenda Gaviño
7:00 pm – “MJ Live,” a musical singing/dancing tribute to Michael Jackson
7:30 pm – “Bee Gees / Elton,” starring the musical duo, Us Two (OPENING NIGHT)
9:30 pm – “Boy Band Project” (OPENING NIGHT) Party – 8:30 pm / Show 9:30 pm
Motown Mama Mia Monday, February 3
5:00 pm – “A Little Bit of Tammie,” featuring RuPaul Drag Race TV Legend, Tammie Brown
7:00 pm – “Mamma Mia!” the Broadway Musical
7:30 pm – “Beyond Motown,” starring Voice of Mexico Runner-Up, Diana Villamonte
9:30 pm – “The B*ch is Back,” featuring drag diva, Mama Tits
Terrific Tuesday, February 4
5:00 pm – “Crooners & Legends,” featuring Marc Lopez
7:00 pm – “LaRue’s Rouge” (OPENING NIGHT) Party – 6:00 pm / Show 7:00 pm
7:30 pm – “Hello, My Name is Elder Smith,” featuring Broadway’s Daniel LeClaire
9:30 pm – Steve Grand, singer/songwriter and overnight internet sensation
Wonderful Wednesday, February 5
5:00 pm – “Legendary Ladies / Celine Dion,” featuring singer/dancer Daniela Treviño
7:00 pm – “AVENUE Q,” a quirky, very funny Broadway musical!
7:30 pm – “Fleetwood Mac & The Eagles,” featuring the musical duo, UsTwo
9:30 pm – “Boy Band Project” 4 Broadway Stars sing all your favorite Boy Band hits
Thankful Thursday, February 6
5:00 pm – “The B**ch is Back,” featuring drag diva, Mama Tits
7:00 pm – “MAMMA MIA!”, the Broadway Musical
7:30 pm – Steve Grand, singer/songwriter and overnight internet sensation
9:30 pm – “Tossed Salad,” featuring drag diva, Hedda Lettuce
Fabulous Friday, February 7
5:00 pm – “Whitney & Tina” starring Vallarta’s #1 Songstress, Diana Villamonte
7:00 pm – “Best of Broadway!” a musical revue of your favorite Broadway tunes
7:30 pm – “Hello, My Name is Elder Smith,” featuring Broadway’s Daniel LeClaire
9:30 pm – “Tossed Salad,” featuring drag diva, Hedda Lettuce
10:00 pm – “LaRue’s Rouge” a Broadway / Vaudeville / Burlesque Show
Please check out the reviews for these shows at “Act II Entertainment Stages” on TripAdvisor and GoogleMyBusiness.com, then go to act2pv.com for more show information, additional performance dates, and to buy your tickets.
MUST-SEE MUSICALS AT ACT2PV
“The Best of Broadway” Musical Revue
Fridays at 7:00 pm
Tickets at act2pv.com.
“The Best of Broadway” is one of the most exciting productions ever experienced at Act2! Directed by managing partner, Danny Mininni, this magical show features four amazing singer/dancers: Daniela Treviño, star of Act2’s “Let’s Get Loud – Showgirl,” Faride Talamas, co-star of last year’s “Twist & Shout,” Marc Lopez, whose “Crooners and Legends” show recently debuted at Act2, and Víctor Do Espirito, former lead singer at Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya and Puerto Vallarta. “The Best of Broadway” showcases 20+ songs from Broadway shows, including A Chorus Line, Grease, Dream Girls, Funny Girl, Les Miserables, Wicked, Cats, West Side Story, Sound of Music and many more. It features incredible dancing, creative set designs, gorgeous costumes and beautiful choral harmonies, duets, solos, and mini vignettes, each song sparkling with pure Broadway brilliance. If you love any kind of music, you will love this show. The high calibre of musical expertise, choreography and showmanship that each person brings to the stage leaves audiences spellbound. People have said it is on par with West End and Broadway productions!
“This show is a must-see! Professional with a capital P and abounding with talent! The bar has been raised to the heavens with this production!” – Donna Larkin
“Such a fantastic show at Act II! Broadway show was full of dance and songs, featuring 4 very talented singers whose voices blended beautifully!” – Sharon Baughman White
“They took my breath away!” – Ed Gill
MAMMA MIA!
A Broadway Musical
Produced by Act2PV
Directed by Alfonso López
Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays – 7:00 pm
Puerto Vallarta loves the Broadway musical, MAMMA MIA! In fact, this exciting production has been selling out every time it is performed! It has sold more tickets in just 2 ½ months than any other show in Puerto Vallarta history, and people are returning to see it again and again!
As a result, Act2PV and MTI International have extended the show into February. Inspired and enhanced by well-known ABBA tunes, MAMMA MIA! is a “feel good” kind of show that will make you want to sing along to the familiar songs, and get up and dance in the aisles!
The story revolves around Sophie, a 20-year old bride, who is planning to get married in a little hotel on a Greek island where she has worked with her single mother, Donna, her whole life. Unbeknownst to Donna, Sophie has longed to find the father she has never known.
After accidentally finding and reading her mother’s diary, she finds clues that point to three lovers from her mom’s “free-spirited” past that “might” be her father. Sophie secretly invites all three of these men to her wedding, and hilarity ensues! This delightful story features lots of nostalgic singing and dancing, as well as a HUGE cast, a creative and colorful set design, custom-created costumes, and brilliant choreography.
“…What a delightful evening. We knew it would be fun, but from start to finish it was absolutely incredible. We will be taking our friends as they come into town.” – Randy Reed
“High energy and great vocals make this a must see performance. The cast of Mamma Mia really connected and energized the audience. Act II is a intimate theater where every seat has a great view of the stage, the lounge is a great spot to have a drink before the show and socialize with the other guests. I was really impressed on how you meet the cast on your way out of the show. It was truly an amazing experience!!” – TripAdvisor
Be sure to check out MAMMA MIA!’s other reviews on TripAdvisor and Google.com. To buy tickets, go to act2pv.com. Get your tickets now because every performance has sold out!
“AVENUE Q”
A musical comedy featuring puppets and human actors
Produced by Act2PV
Directed by Alfonso López
Wednesdays – 7:00 pm
AVENUE Q is a delightful, laugh-out-loud American musical that was performed on Broadway from 2003 to 2019. 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 has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere!
Although the show addresses humorous adult issues… (puppet sex!)… and is not recommended for children, it is actually very similar to a “well-known children’s television show” where puppets are friends. Audiences everywhere have been captivated by this fresh and funny story, and it won the prestigious 2004 “Triple Crown” for Tony Awards… Best Music, Best Score and Best Book! During its 6-month run at Act2PV three years ago, almost every show was sold out!
The story of AVENUE Q takes place in New York City and the street is Avenue Q, the only address a person can afford when they’re fresh out of college, out of a job, or just trying to find their purpose in life. It is a coming-of-age parable that satirizes the issues and anxieties of entering adulthood.
“I thoroughly enjoyed, laughed until I cried, and I’m a sucker for happy endings – I’ve seen this show countless times before, in Ogunquit, Maine; New York City …. This performance rivaled the Best of them!” – TripAdvisor
“We recently moved to Nuevo Vallarta and are starting to explore things to do. We have not been down to the romantic zone much but decided to try out Avenue Q. We had an absolutely amazing time… The cast was unbelievably professional and extremely talented! They took the time to visit with us after the show and we are so excited to put every show on our calendar next season. If you get a chance while visiting Puerto Vallarta you should definitely check this place out. There is a very nice bar so go early and enjoy the entire experience!!” – TripAdvisor
Be sure to check out more Avenue Q’s reviews on TripAdvisor and Google.com. For more information or to buy tickets, go to act2pv.com.
*AVENUE Q has not been authorized or approved by the Jim Henson Company or Sesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content. Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, Book by Jeff Whitty, Based on an original concept by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx. Avenue Q is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized materials are also presented by MTI, 423 W 55th St, NYC, NY 10019 – (212) 541-4684 / (212) 397-4684 FAX
COMING SOON TO ACT2PV
Tuesday, February 18 – “Miscast Men of Broadway”
Featuring Broadway stars from the Boy Band Project performing songs for roles they would never be cast in! An evening of fun, laughter and tears!
ABOUT ACT2PV
With four shows every night, Act2PV continues to bring the BEST OF THE BEST entertainment to Puerto Vallarta in 2020. This beautiful, 5-star venue truly has something for everyone to enjoy! Act2PV’s incredible entertainment, with its amazing sound and lighting systems, is on par with any theater in North America. Excellent live musical entertainment (with no cover) is also offered in the beautiful, fully-equipped Encore Bar, so come early and enjoy a drink before the show.
Tickets to all shows can be purchased online at Act2PV.com, or at the box office, which is open daily from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
The Act2PV Entertainment 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 Act2PV.