Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Act2PV’s summer season opening show, the Tony Award Vallarta-Chic Gala, was held on June 16 and attracted a full audience! Hosted by “Liberace” (David Maiocco), the event also marked the grand opening of Vallarta’s newest entertainment venue, Mary Ann’s Ovations Piano Bar. Attendees enjoyed delicious pasta and salad prepared by Act2PV’s new general manager, David Sabella, along with cookies donated by Marsha Ward Ross. Congratulations to Vallarta-favorite Bing Young, who won the 50/50 drawing!
Act2PV proudly announces that over $8,000 USD was raised towards their $20,000 goal for the Capital Campaign/Elevator Installation at Act2PV. Special thanks go to Casa Karma, Unique ATV Tours, Cassandra Shaw Jewelry, Tom Bernes, and Mary Ann Renaldue for their generous auction donations. For those interested in contributing to the elevator fund, donations can be made via PayPal to act2elevatorfund@gmail.com.
THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH
Act2PV held the opening night of its popular FREE “Greatest Show on Earth” last Wednesday evening, and it was a full house. Hosted by Act2PV’s new general manager, David Sabella, the audience enjoyed a lineup of 10 talented performers. Accompanied on the piano by “Mr. Liberace” (David Maiocco from New York City), David Sabella opened the show with an entertaining song and story about his experience of n auditioning and being cast as Mary Sunshine in the Broadway revival of “Chicago!”.
The 10 outstanding performers included Stephanie Wright Watts, Steven Retchless, Gabriela Heart, Yutzil Mar, Montse SD, Sargento Dan, Gloria Fiona, Reina Elizabeth, Sarah Joy Heckbert, and Cate Valcic (producer of the show). One of the evening’s highlights was an incredible piano mashup of Irving Berlin and Ravel, performed by David Maiocco and sung by David Sabella.
PIANO BAR WITH DAVID MAIOCCO
Act2PV is thrilled to showcase the talents of Vallarta entertainers every week and is excited to welcome the great pianist David Maiocco, who will be performing here several times a week during July and August this year. Rumor has it he will also be hosting a new cabaret show called “Liberaunchy” in the upcoming season!
Act2PV Shows this week are:
Friday, June 21
5:00 pm: Happy Hour – Live Entertainment by David Duvall in Maryann’s Ovations Piano Bar
7:30 pm: Karaoke, hosted by Joe Wallace & Cate Valcic
9:30 pm: Live Entertainment by David Maiocco (“Mr. Liberace”)
Saturday, June 22
5:00 pm: Saturday Bingo, hosted by David Maiocco as “Liberace” with live entertainment & prizes
7:00 pm: Live Piano Bar Entertainment with Dinner from Yamada Sushi
Wednesday, June 26
5:00 pm: Happy Hour – Live Entertainment by David Duvall in Maryann’s OVATIONS PIANO BAR
7:00 pm: FREE Greatest Show on Earth (*New Time)
8:30 pm: Music Set – Live Entertainment in Maryann’s Ovations Piano Bar (Artist TBA)
9:30 pm: Piano Bar
Thursday, June 27
5:00 pm: Happy Hour – Live Entertainment by David Duvall in Maryann’s OVATIONS PIANO BAR
7:00 pm: Ensemble Paraiso – From Dylan to Streisand & Bach to Fauré – a musical concert featuring Jean-Guy Comeau, Andrea Jupina, Olga Martinez, and guest soprano, Kathy Overly
8:30 pm: Music Set – Live Entertainment in Maryann’s OVATIONS PIANO BAR (Artist TBA)
9:30 pm: Piano Bar
Act2PV is situated at the corner of Basilio Badillo and Insurgentes in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta. It is renowned as the top entertainment venue in the area, holding the #1 spot on TripAdvisor. Offering a diverse range of performances, Act2PV caters to various tastes, ensuring enjoyment for all visitors. During the high season, Act2PV features three theaters and hosts 4-6 shows nightly, contributing significantly to Puerto Vallarta’s lively nightlife. In the summer months, the Act2PV box office operates from 12 noon to 5 pm on the day before and the day of a show at Danny’s Main Stage Theater or Casa Karma Red Room. Additionally, tickets are available for purchase online at act2pv.com.