It occurred to me recently that I've never once mentioned a show we have in town called The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies. It is a world-famous, Broadway-caliber live stage production with music, dance, comedy, variety acts and a splash of vaudeville too. It's classic entertainment from the 30's and 40's era, with a feel of old Hollywood glamour and a splash of good old American patriotism thrown in to warm the crowd. It's old school and modern at the same time, but here's the wrinkle (no pun intended): the cast is all over the age of 60, and as old as mid 80's! Yep, these are women and men who have been in show business literally all their lives who love to perform. It is a high energy show, very entertaining, with a bit of slightly off-color humor to amuse the young and old alike. Yes, the majority of audiences are older, but it is a fantastic show, now in it's 17th year! Here are some photos I found on the web to give you an idea..."The Long Legged-Lovelies"
above: Elaborate showgirl costumes with feathers, beads and sequins have a Vegas feel to them
above: Each year the show theme changes, as do the costumes, songs and dance routines.
above: Trina Parks, who was a Bond girl "baddie" called "Thumper" in the 007 flick Diamonds are Forever.
So if you ever get to Palm Springs in the months of November through May, be sure to check out this show. It's classic Palm Springs entertainment that will leave you smiling and inspired too. Here is a video from YouTube of the show:
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