Puerto Vallarta Offers Variety of Performing Arts, Music, Drag and More

By Alexis Velasco

ACT II ENTERTAINMENT

Located in the well-known Basilio Badillo street in Zona Romántica, this venue has positioned itself as one of the favorites in town thanks to its extensive variety of shows, including LGBT+ performers. Plays, musicals, drag queen shows and music concerts make from ACT II a not-to-be-missed attraction in your trip to Puerto Vallarta. The venue also has a piano-bar where you can enjoy a drink and socialize before your event starts.

Some of the shows that make up the 2021 season of ACT II Entertainment are: the burlesque success Follies La Rouge; Reflections, A Musical Tribute to the greatest iconic “Lady Bands” of all time and the 6th seasons of the hilarious drag queens Hedda Lettuce (performing Tossed Salad) and Mama Tits (The Bi*ch is Back).

Check our upcoming events and buy your tickets at www.act2pv.com.

THE PALM CABARET & BAR

When it comes to lively music and shows, The Palm Cabaret & Bar has you covered. Located on Olas Altas street at the heart of the gay district of Puerto Vallarta, the venue has been in business for more than 20 years and it is the perfect place to get to know and enjoy the voices of international and national singers and musicians that have become important references in Puerto Vallarta. Some of them are the Kim Kuzma, Spencer Day & Effie Passero, Tonny Kenneth (who has collaborated with Out & About PV Magazine as a host for interviews on social media), Cheko Ruiz & Big Band and many more! Of course, LGBT+ oriented shows are part of the season 2021 of The Palm, including the drag queens Miss Conception (and her multiple costume changes) and Sutton Lee Seymour; as well as more personalities performing mainly during the winter. Visit The Palm’s website for more information:

www.thepalmcabaret.com.

INCANTO

Located in a charming property facing the Cuale river bank, this art center features a piano-bar and a small-format theater that hosts interesting literary events, plays, concerts, and comedy shows. Incanto is a true experience by itself, since you can also enjoy the views of the nature that surrounds the venue from the property terraces. Breakfast and casual dining are also available in this establishment and there’s Open Mic on Sunday nights.

Facebook: Incanto Vallarta.

GARBO PIANO BAR

If you are looking for a more intimate atmosphere to enjoy live music; Garbo Piano Bar is one of the best options as it features jazz, blues, bossa and other Latin rhythms performers. The venue is located on Púlpito Street in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta, so it is also a good choice to have a drink before partying at a nightclub. Some of the favorite artists and music groups that perform here are Piel Canela and the pianist Salvatore Rodríguez.

TEATRO VALLARTA

Although the calendar of events of this theater is not as extensive, Teatro Vallarta is the largest artistic complex in town and usually introduces productions from other parts of Mexico and even from other countries. This establishment has hosted international ballet shows, received renowned Mexican stand-up comedians and theater companies from Mexico City, as well as local productions. Most of these events are aimed at the Spanish-speaking community.

Check out upcoming shows at www.teatrovallarta.com.

PLATAFORMA 322

Conceived as an alternative space for contemporary dance, this cultural center is located in colonia Versalles, which in recent years has become a hotspot due to its exciting culinary offerings, real estate development and convenient location. The venue usually hosts local plays and events by local dance companies and domestic theater companies from cities such as Mexico City and Guadalajara. Plataforma 322 also hosts the festival Espontáneo, which takes place every year in November and offers dance workshops to children, youth and adults throughout the year. Shows are mainly aimed at Spanish speakers. Facebook page: Platform 322 Art and Culture Production.

* We widely suggest to check in advance all the protocols that each theater and venue are enforcing against the Covid-19 pandemic.

$539,000 USD