Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – If you’re looking for the ultimate entertainment experience, look no further than Act2PV! Located at the corner of Basilio Badillo and Insurgentes in the Zona Romantica, Act2PV is the largest entertainment venue in the Banderas Bay and is bringing you the BEST OF THE BEST entertainment for the 2022/2023 season.
With multiple shows every evening in four different theaters, (the popular Encore Bar, the wonderful Danny’s Main Stage Playhouse, the intimate Marsha’s Red Room Cabaret, and the beautiful OUTDOOR Cassandra Shaw’s Starlight Cabaret), there is something for everyone.
Act2PV features Broadway musicals, stage plays and concerts, as well as internationally-renowned musicians, cabaret theater, and top-quality drag shows. With its amazing sound and lighting systems, Act2PV is on par with any theater in North America. Come early and enjoy LIVE MUSIC EVERY NIGHT (no cover) in the beautiful, fully-stocked Encore Lounge bar.
TripAdvisor has named Act2PV as the #1 entertainment venue and is #2 on their list of “Best Things To Do In Puerto Vallarta.” Act2PV is extremely grateful to the THOUSANDS of patrons that have written 5-star reviews about their shows! If you haven’t had the “Act2PV Experience” yet, now’s the time to do so! For show information, or to buy tickets, go to act2pv.com.
Wanna Be On Stage?
Act2PV is holding auditions on March 25 at 3 pm, and 26th at 2 pm, for two Broadway musicals, La Cage Aux Folles and Rocky Horror Show, that will be performed at Act2PV during the 2023/2024 season.
If you are interested in performing, you are encouraged to audition. Experience is not necessary. (English is helpful, but not required.) Prior to the opening of each show, Act2PV will provide professional acting instruction, vocal coaching and dance coaching for all participants!
Now’s your chance to realize your dreams! Bring a USB with two songs that show off your voice! If you have questions, send a message to info(at)actpv.com.
“If you want to be seen, you have to put yourself out there!” Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Act2PV family and become part of their amazing shows.
Act2PV Show Guide (March 10-17)
Fabulous Friday, March 10
7:00 pm – Fast Love, a George Michael tribute starring Luis Villanueva
9:00 pm – Cher, the Show, a tribute to the one-and-only Cher, featuring Karma La Perra
9:30 pm – It’s Raining Men – Sexiest male dancers in Puerto Vallarta are SIZZLING with SENSUAL choreography, SEXY strip tease, and SEDUCTIVE music, as well as the hardest bodies you’ve ever seen! Featuring the amazing vocalist, Bigi, as Mistress of Men! (*Wednesdays & Fridays)
Sultry Saturday, March 11
6:00 pm – Canciones de mi Padre, starring Brenda Gaviño (with a Live Mariachi Band)
6:30 pm – The Platters and More, starring Keith Tynes (New Day!)
9:00 pm – It’s Britney, B*tch! A tribute to Britney Spears, starring Ximena Esparza
9:30 pm – Schartt$ Creek: Honeymoon in Vallarta – An Unauthorized Parody of the Emmy Award-winning sitcom, Schitt’s Creek (Mondays, Saturdays & Sundays)
Super Sunday, March 12
6:30 pm – Yesterday Once More, a tribute to Karen Carpenter, starring International Headliner, Lauren Jade. (OPENING NIGHT!)
7:00 pm – Follies Moulin LaRouge A bedazzling dance/musical extravaganza featuring beautiful showgirls, gorgeous guys, and a cast of fabulous entertainers and dancers!
7:30 pm – Selena, the Show – a tribute to the Mexican Queen of Tejano, starring Losanna
9:30 pm – The NOT Dolly Show – a tribute to Dolly Parton, featuring Vancie Vega
Marvelous Monday, March 13
5:30 pm – The Best of Broadway, Act2PV’s blockbuster musical revue featuring singing and dancing from your favorite Broadway musicals (in its 4th year)!
7:30 pm – Michael Jackson, The Show, a brand-new look at the life and music of the legendary Michael Jackson
9:00 pm – Showman, starring Tonny Kenneth (BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND)
9:30 pm – Schartt$ Creek: Honeymoon in Vallarta – An Unauthorized Parody of the Emmy Award-winning sitcom, Schitt’s Creek (Mondays, Saturdays & Sundays)
Terrific Tuesday, March 14
6:00 pm – Bruno Mars Tribute, featuring Victor do Espirito
6:30 pm – Mamma Mia! the Broadway Musical (*now Tuesdays & Thursdays)
7:30 pm – Jersey Boys Tribute, a tribute to the Jersey Boys, starring Marc López
9:30 pm – Chick with a Schtik, starring Hedda Lettuce (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Wonderful Wednesday, March 15
5:00 pm – SUPREME, a celebration of the most famous girl groups, from the 50’s on…
7:00 pm – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the Broadway musical
7:30 pm – Ladies of Rock, featuring Us Two’s Noemi Plasencia and her live band
8:30 pm – It’s Raining Men, Sexiest male dancers in Puerto Vallarta are SIZZLING with SENSUAL choreography, SEXY strip tease, and SEDUCTIVE music, as well as the hardest bodies you’ve ever seen! Featuring the amazing vocalist, Bigi, as Mistress of Men! *Now Wednesdays & Saturdays
9:30 pm – The NOT Dolly Show, a tribute to Dolly Parton starring Vancie Vega
Thankful Thursday, March 16
5:00 pm – Crazy for Bette, a celebration of the music of Bette Midler, starring Delilah Beaucoup (New day & time)
7:00 pm – Mamma Mia! The Broadway Musical (Now Tuesdays & Thursdays)
7:30 pm – This is Amy (Winehouse), starring superstar, Brenda Gaviño, and her LIVE BAND!
8:00 pm – Chick with a Schtik, starring Hedda Lettuce (*Tuesdays & Thursdays)
9:30 pm – Viva Las Vegas – starring international pole champion/singer/dancer/drag queen, Stevie Hart (Steven Retchless)
Fabulous Friday, March 17
6:00 pm – Queens of Country, a celebration of the women who made country great, starring Bobbi Goddard
9:00 pm – Cher, the Show, a tribute to the one-and-only Cher, featuring Karma La Perra
9:30 pm – It’s Raining Men, Sexiest male dancers in Puerto Vallarta are SIZZLING with SENSUAL choreography, SEXY strip tease, and SEDUCTIVE music, as well as the hardest bodies you’ve ever seen! Featuring the amazing vocalist, Bigi, as Mistress of Men! (*Wednesdays & Fridays)
Sultry Saturday, March 18
6:00 pm – Opera Concert – featuring Soprano Brenda Gaviño & Live Music (CLOSING NIGHT!)
6:30 pm – The Platters and More, starring Keith Tynes (New Day!)
9:00 pm – It’s Britney, B*tch! A tribute to Britney Spears, starring Ximena Esparza
9:30 pm – Schartt$ Creek: Honeymoon in Vallarta – An Unauthorized Parody of the Emmy Award-winning sitcom, Schitt’s Creek (Mondays, Saturdays & Sundays)
SHOWS OPENING SOON
Yesterday Once More
A Tribute to Karen Carpenter
OPENING NIGHT – Sunday, March 12
Party 5:00 / Show 6:00 pm
Lauren Jade, International Headliner, returns to Act2PV, presenting a timeless collection of the music made famous by Karen Carpenter of The Carpenters. Lauren’s velvety voice closely resembles that of Karen and it’s no doubt that you will be singing along to the classics that made us fall in love with Karen in the first place! As a testament to the struggles that Karen experienced during her life, this show also unveils the importance of self-love while experiencing the roller coaster emotions of relationships. It is a narration for anyone who needs the gentle reminder that “you are enough”. Remember that we’ve only just begun, no matter where you are in your life or love journey.
Wapayasos y Horripicosos
A Bachelor Party-type show with music, comedy and dancing,
featuring super-ripped, sexy and talented young men!
OPENING NIGHT – Friday, March 25
Party – 6:00 / Show 7:00 pm
TWO NIGHTS ONLY! Wapayasos Y Horripicosos is a group of hot and sexy young men (clowns) from Guadalajara that are singers, comedians, and dancers, and play interactive games with the audience. The group originally started out as clowns in a children’s show, but they found that adults loved the clowns even more than kids, so this show became a bachelor-party type show several years ago. The Wapayasos have a huge following around Mexico and they are excited to be presenting this show for the first time in Puerto Vallarta! In this hilarious, fun production, where a good time is had by all, both men and women are welcome! This will be a fun evening you will never forget!
That’s What She Said
A musical cabaret featuring gender-reversing Broadway songs,
starring Nick Rogers (LIVE PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT)
OPENING NIGHT – Saturday, April 1
Party – 7:30 / Show 8:30 pm
Act2PV welcomes Vocalist, Nicholas Rogers, to its stage with his new show, That’s What She Said, complete with LIVE piano accompaniment! This incredible artist flips the script and puts a whole new twist on your favorite Broadway show tunes, performing power ballads from many of the most beloved Broadway divas! Get ready to enjoy a night of classic show tunes, engaging stories, charming humor and a singer with a voice as smooth-as-silk!
“Great stories, song selection, and of course an incredible voice. He’s a rising star in PV!” – Richard Carnegie
Evita Loca
A drag show featuring Broadway star, John Michael Dias
OPENING NIGHT – Sunday, April 2
Party – 8:30 / Show 9:30 pm
Direct from Broadway, John Michael Dias stars as “Miss Evita Loca,” a sassy, brassy “matchy matchy” drag queen who is a cross between Patti Lupone and Ricky Martin. She will take you on an ALL-LIVE SINGING musical journey and provide you with an inside peek at Evita’s HERstory, hopes, and dreams.
John Michael Dias (“Miss Evita Loca”) is a professional Broadway singer/actor with a BFA in Musical Theater from the Boston Conservatory. Some of his Broadway credits include playing the role of Neil Sedaka in the Tony and Grammy Award-winning production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, as well as the First National Tour. He also played Frankie Valli in the smash hit, Jersey Boys, on Broadway, as well as in the First National Tour, Vegas, and Chicago companies.
He has performed with vocal group, The Doo-Wop Project, and produced a solo album, “Write This Way,” which features intimate takes on Broadway and pop favorites like Can’t Take My Eyes off of You and New York State of Mind. His album is currently available on ITunes.
Act2PV is excited to present this show and invites you to see this incredible entertainer where you’ll be able to experience some of the best music available, as well as a top-quality drag performance! Get your tickets today at act2pv.com.
Please save these dates! This is hot off the press, and there was no time to prepare the marketing, but this information will be available soon on BanderasNews.com and the PV Mirror, as well as on the Act2PV website, and social media platforms.
Sunday, March 19 – Act2PV will be holding a fundraiser featuring a Latin band for one of our long-time employees, Camila Descombey Quinto, who has a serious medical condition and is in need of assistance. Details will be posted on the Act2PV website and other social media. Please save the date!
Monday, March 20 – Act2PV will be closed to commemorate the birthday of Benito Juarez, one of Mexico’s most beloved leaders, who is famous for his resistance against the intervention of the French in Mexico during his two terms of presidency in the 1800’s. (All schools and most businesses will also be closed.)
Monday, April 3 – Delilah Beaucoup will present a special JAZZ PROGRAM. More details soon!
Saturday, April 8 – SAVE THE DATE! Act2PV is planning a special “Italian-themed” program to commemorate the first anniversary of the passing of Act2PV Founder, Danny Mininni. Details will be posted on their website and other social media this week.
ENCORE LIVE!
Now Featuring Live Entertainment Every Night!
Act2PV invites you to stop by the beautiful, fully-stocked, Act2PV Encore Bar to enjoy a drink and listen to some great live music every night of the week! It’s a great place to relax or meet friends, both old and new, in a safe, comfortable setting.
Featured Entertainers include:
• Monday: Angel Oléa (Violinist)
• Tuesday: Ana Adame (Singer)
• Wednesday: Angel Hervey (Cellist)
• Thursday: Alonso (Saxophonist)
• Friday: Gerry Barreto (Singer)
• Saturday: Ana Adame (Singer)
• Sunday: Gerry Barreto (Singer)
Tickets to all shows are available NOW at the Act2PV box office, open daily from 10 am to 10 pm, and online act2pv.com. Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover accepted at the box office, and Paypal accepted for payments online.
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 learn more about Act2PV.