STATELINE, Nev. — Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort is turning back the clock with 80s LIVE, an electrifying new residency that celebrates the music, style and larger-than-life energy of the decade that defined pop culture. The high-octane tribute show kicks off Friday, June 20, with performances at 8 p.m. on select Fridays and Saturdays inside Bally’s Showroom. Tickets start at $19.80, available here.
Produced by Allen Valentine, 80s LIVE is more than a concert, it’s a full-scale production packed with dazzling choreography, powerhouse vocals and a playlist of smash hits from icons including Madonna, Prince, Michael Jackson and more.
“The show blends music, movement and multimedia to create a dynamic, immersive experience that celebrates the iconic music and culture of the ‘80s,” said Valentine. “From pop anthems to rock ballads, attendees can expect nonstop nostalgia, big hair, bold fashion and all the neon vibes that made the era unforgettable.”
Superfans can time travel for the weekend with one of the hotel’s 80s LIVE packages. Package A includes two tickets to 80s LIVE and a $50 dining credit per stay, while Package B offers two tickets and a $100 dining credit. For the ultimate 80s escape, the VIP Package features a suite stay with a welcome gift, $250 dining credit to Ciera Steak + Chophouse and two show tickets per stay.
The cast of 80s LIVE features a powerhouse lineup of vocalists and dancers whose credits span Las Vegas stages, international tours, TV talent competitions and iconic live productions, including appearances on America’s Got Talent, American Idol, The Grammy Awards, Latin Billboard Awards and more:
Singers, alphabetical by last name:
- Alex Bartosch is a Southern California native whose love for Michael Jackson launched a career in musical tributes. He has starred in “Man in the Mirror,” “Rocket Man,” “Hot Jersey Nights” and “December ’63,” performing the hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
- Jadah-Cheri Ellis launched her career by performing in several cabarets and productions in Las Vegas. She also performed in “All Motown” and House of Blues’ “Gospel Brunch,” and sang background vocals on the film “Joker: Folie à Deux.”
- Gabrielle Lopez has headlined on major cruise lines and starred in Cirque du Soleil’s “Mad Apple,” “Exxcite” and her touring Gloria Estefan tribute show, “Turn the Beat.”
- Manda Malina, a solo artist with millions of streams,was a finalist on the Swedish edition of “X Factor.” She has starred in Salvage City at EDC Las Vegas and “Exxcite” and has performed across Europe and the U.S.
- Anne Martinez has headlined Las Vegas productions, including “Bat Out of Hell,” “FANTASY,” “Satine” and “Showstoppers,’” and toured internationally with Foreigner, Asia and Engelbert Humperdinck.
- Steve Major is a Canadian-Hungarian performer and finalist on the Hungarian edition of “X Factor” with credits including “Rent,” “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “The Effectors II,” and cruise line concerts around the world.
- Joshua Smith has performed in “Legends in Concert” and “Magic Mike Live” in Las Vegas, and currently stars in Cirque’s “Mad Apple” and at The Mayfair Supper Club, also in Las Vegas.
- Marcus Terell has appeared on “American Idol,” “America’s Got Talent,” and MTV’s “Making the Band,” and made history as the first LGBTQIA+ headliner on Celebrity Edge cruise line.
Dancers, alphabetical by last name:
- Michael Bailey has performed in “Holiday Inn,” “Mamma Mia” and with Holland America’s StepOne Dance Company.
- Taylor Bradley has danced in “Le Rêve,” Cirque du Soleil’s “The Beatles LOVE” and “Showstoppers” in Las Vegas, with film and TV credits including “Footloose” and “Vampire Diaries.”
- Jillian Gambino performed in Cirque’s “The Beatles LOVE” and toured in “Holiday Glow,” “Christmas Wonderland” and Cirque Paris.
- Maycen Johnson danced in the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show with Usher and in a viral Taylor Swift tribute, and is a regular performer at various Las Vegas celebrity events.
- Jennifer Jordan has performed in “Vegas! The Show,””Burlesque” and “Disco Divas” in Las Vegas following tours with Carnival Cruise Line and Holland America.
- Derek McGinnis has appeared in “Zombie Burlesque,” “Tournament of Kings,” “Brunch of Broken Dreams” and “Apocalesque” in Las Vegas after training in New York City.
- Henry Rivera has danced in “Vegas! The Show” and at The Mayfair Supper Club in Las Vegas. He has performed onstage at the Grammy Awards and Latin Billboard Awards.
- Skylar Joy Schultz is a soloist and former artist coach in Cirque’s “The Beatles LOVE,” with additional credits in “WOW – The Vegas Spectacular” and performer with the Las Vegas Aces.
Whether a lifelong fan or looking for a fun night out, 80s LIVE promises a nostalgic ride that’s totally epic from start to finish. Performances begin at 8 p.m. on select Fridays and Saturdays beginning Friday, June 20. Tickets start at $19.80, available here. Visit www.ballyslaketahoe.com for more information or follow on Instagram, X and Facebook @BallysLakeTahoe.

