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"Beer Bongs Have More Subtlety"

From Karen D'Souza of Mercury News

"'Zumanity's "Ooh-la-la" quickly turns to just plain "ew!" in this dreadful stab at erotica from Cirque du Soleil. Despite some pleasing, teasing bits of eye candy (nearly nude girls swimming in a fishbowl), there isn't enough wit to this show to impress drunken frat boys, let alone a sophisticated theater crowd. We're talking vaudeville-style sight gags like the do-it-yourself breast enhancements and the dildo-rama. Beer bongs have more subtlety. It's really a skin-show for people too embarrassed to be seen at the real thing. Seriously, the highlight of this burlesque experience is the gift shop. Be forewarned. X-rated Cirque scores a big fat F with this critic."

"Atypical Cirque"

Midgets, BBW's, beefcakes, implied lez action, sorta S&M, almost sexual situations--this isn't your fathers' Cirque du Soliel. For Vegas (and Cirque) it's risky but pervs like me leave wishing for just a little more risk-taking. But then again, it, ain't bad for a major production.

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"Front Row Center!"

Okay, I have to confess that this is the second time we've gone to Zumanity. We first went a couple years ago. Why did we go again? Well, it's erotic, fun, gets you in the mood, is a great show, and we scored the best seats in the house.

Here's a tip for most Cirque shows, all of them except "O", which has an overflow line. Casinos hold the best seats for their high-rollers, and if they don't give them away, they release them a few hours before the show. So, two hours before the show, I scored two seats on the front row couches, DEAD CENTER. There were no better seats. I've been able to do the same thing with Ka and other Cirque shows, I just haven't always pulled the trigger and bought the tickets.

Now, since we were in the front, we definately got messed with, and it was a lot of fun. Of course, it didn't hurt that the missus was wearing a corset that showed off her ample assets. The pre-show performers felt it was necessary to point them out (and complement them, etc.) to the entire audience. We liked it, it was all in good fun, and flattered the shit out my wife. (Maybe I'll add the pic to the profile...)

Now, about the show: We loved it again. The women (other than some obvious exceptions) look incredible. Not a bad rack on the bunch! (And yes, you get to see nudity, etc.) The men are in shape. Even the scarf routine between the woman and the midget (married in actual life) is hot. (Hottest part of the show, in our opinion.)

Yes, there is the guys wrestling then kissing act. If that's not your thing: build a bridge and get over it. Pick that time to go to the bathroom, if you must.

We HIGHLY recommend this show for any couples!

"My Kind of Cirque"

I've seen many Cirque du Soliels and for some reason I really like this one. Perhaps it's because the performers seem more personal, not so distant. It's sexier and there will be some nervous laughter from the more conservative but it's very well done.

I also can't recall a major Vegas production where two males kiss on stage so that's groundbreaking. All in all, I really enjoyed it.