In their best years, showgirls acted as Las Vegas ambassadors appearing at openings, store and event promotions, in printed advertisements, and alongside Mayor Oscar Goodman (and former mob attorney) at public appearances. The prominence of showgirls established their role as one of the most recognizable icons of Las Vegas. The spectacular combined the sexy mystique of Paris, the glamor and glitz of Hollywood, and the cosmopolitan sophistication of New York City. The main components of the show incorporated ornate costumes with immense headpieces adorned with exotic bird feathers and expertly crafted rhinestones, expansive and elaborate scenery, original music performed by live orchestras, and imaginative interpretations of historic periods with the respective dance styles of the era. The Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas hosted the progeny production by emulating the original Folies Bergere of Paris’ successful formula of featuring topless, statuesque showgirls, chorus line dancers, elaborate stage sets, with interludes of comedy, magic, acrobats, and animal acts.

The Folies Bergere revue was imported directly from Paris including French creative leadership and cast members. Lasting almost 50 years, Les Folies Bergere was the longest running show in Las Vegas history. Janu Tornell, Stephanie Shaw, Lori Marshburn Soozi Childers, Tim Shaw Tango: Miriam LaRici, Hugo Patyn Jerry Jackson, Charles Lisanby & Bill MorrisĪlbie Berk, Doug Walters, Greg Bosler, Billie Reddie, Jeffrey Silverman, Don Hanna, Billy Tragresser & George Wilkins Produced for the Tropicana & Entertainment DirectorĮntertainment Manager & Production Coordinator

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