Not only does he perform dead-on impressions, Gordie Brown makes the audience laugh with his hilarious song parodies and onstage antics in his self-titled show at the Golden Nugget. He uses well-known quirks of popular entertainers as the source for his lyrics, reiterating why good old fashioned ribbing is just that.
"When I switched the words, that was the magic formula," said Brown.
When Brown was starting his career there were many entertainers who were popular including Michael Jackson, Prince, Tina Turner, Bruce Springsteen, George Michael and Boy George. Having a wide catalogue of entertainers with recognizable characteristics enabled Brown do his impressions and change the lyrics of his songs without losing the audience. If people could immediately recognize the personality, then they could understand Brown's comedy.
"I knew the value of music and a strong persona. It was just the perfect time in music where there were these superstars that transcended years of career," said Brown.
He first opened at the Golden Nugget in 2004 and after two years moved to the Venetian and then Planet Hollywood. After six months of performing as the opening act for Celine Dion's North American tour, Brown is back at the Golden Nugget. His new show features a five-piece band and more hilarious impressions of famous performers that run the gamut from John Wayne to Elvis and Eminem. Instead of trying to sing along, you'll be laughing with tears in your eyes.
"To all the plants I smoked before … I'm glad they came along and helped me find my bong," sings Brown to the tune of Willie Nelson's song "To All the Girls I've Loved Before." This is just one of the many song parodies that he performs in the show.
Sometimes he incorporates props to enhance his impressions, which add to the fun. For Michael Jackson he puts on one sparkly white glove and a hat with wavy black hair attached to it that covers his eyes. He looks just like the real entertainer from his outfit to his signature moon walk.
Don't worry if you are not familiar with every entertainer. Brown takes brief pauses between his impressions to set up the premise for his next bit and reveal who is going to be appearing.
Call (702) 944-9388 for reservations
| Show Times: 7:30 p.m Tuesday-Saturday |
| Show Length: 80 minutes |
| Location: The Gordie Brown Showroom, Golden Nugget |
| Age Restriction: 16+ |
| Prices: General Reserved (yellow) - $36.95 Premium Reserved (orange) - $58.95 NOW $36.95!! Dinner + Ticket Special: General Reserved Seating (orange) and Buffet Dinner - $42.14 VIP Seating (red) - $75.45 |
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*Prices do not include all taxes and fees*