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On August 27 2007, Bill Williams wrote:

Le Reve was decent (great music) but it seemed like a sophmoric version of O at the Bellagio (I saw both the same weekend). They are both water-based performances, but O has a much grander stage, better acts, better costumes, and much more diversity vs. Le Reve. If you have seen neither, one would probably like Le Reve…but if I could chose, I would do Ka and O. Again, Le Reve is just too much like O but not as good…

On July 30 2007, corey wrote:

I have been meaning to write this review since early June. I came to see Le Reve in May and I must say that I was absolutely impressed!

Before I came to see this show I was skeptical because of the articles I had read from some of you on this site, about stinky water and so on, but I must say I have thought about seeing it again since I last saw it.

Fantastic show and highly recommend it. One last helpful piece of advice, you don’t need the best tickets to see the show. They are all fantastic. In fact I sat in the best seats with the champagne and the chocolate covered strawberries and when I go and see this again I will get closer seats so I can get even closer then every seat is already.

On June 30 2007, Brian wrote:

Hands down best show in Vegas. I can’t wait to see it again this fall.

On March 03 2007, Andrew wrote:

Seen it 4 times and it still is an amazing show. Gets better every time. I can’t wait to see it after the theater is remodeled.

On January 29 2007, zaz wrote:

To those people who said O was better than Le Reve: Are you kidding? I’ve watched all the Cirque du Soleil shows including O and I preferred Le Reve by far!! O got kind of slow and redundant with the whole “my body is a rubber band” thing…Le Reve had more going on and it was just magical…the falling angels scene is unforgettable.

On November 13 2006, Dr. Robin Jones wrote:

The rave reviews posted are probably posted by individuals paid by Drago and Wynn. I guess if you’ve never seen any theatre in you life, Le Reve could possibly appear exceptional. But I saw this act when it was on the ground, long before it came to Vegas – and it was much better then. Now it is confined to the small circle shape of the theatre. Performers cannot swing above you in your seat, for insurance reasons, so the acts are limited to a monotoney of simply raising and lowering from the water.
By the way, every time the performers came out of the water, the faint smell of mold or something musty filled the theatre. The older couple next to us walked out. Others were holding their hands over their mouths and noses.
Save your money for “O.” Le Reve just can’t compare at all. Boring acts with forced, non-conceptual sex scenes.

On November 02 2006, Drew wrote:

Wonderful show. One of the best shows I’ve seen in vegas in a long time.

On October 12 2006, CR wrote:

Absolutely one of the best shows on the strip – go see it. Sit in the front row if you can, the performers will come up right next to you, its like you’re part of the show. You’ll only get a few drops of water here and there.
I liked the show itself, the theatre was like no other and very intimate, and the performers did an excellent job.
The acrobatics done while wet is amazing, with their strength, balance, coordination, and not to mention how good all these guys and girls look in swimwear! The sequence of skits is really artistic and whimsical, but well thought out. Fun show, lots going on and quite a feast for your senses.

On July 28 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Great Show thats all i have to say

On July 28 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Le Rêve is one of the best shows I’ve seen on the strip. Apparently the guys below just like to complain a lot. The theater does not get hot, the fire only last 10 seconds at the most. And tickets don’t cost $150, they actually start at $88 for front row! I’ve seen the show more than once and I would have to say it is better than O at Bellagio.

On July 17 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

This show is wonderful and it truely is a dream. I’ve seen it 4 times and I will see it again when I return to Vegas.

On June 19 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Go see “O” before you see this show, and hopefully you will not go see this show. It is really no comparison to any Cirque show I’ve ever seen, and I hate to say one of the most miserable hour and a half’s I have ever spent. No air flow whatsoever in the huge theater, so bring a hand fan or your own AC because it gets HOT…oh and there is fire involved so it heats up even more. The use of slapstick comedy becomes tired after the 2nd time….and there are more than 2 times that it appears. The performers did a wonderful job, but overall it was a very sub par performance, and I’ve been to almost every Cirque show. The muic is ear piercing as well. Save your change and go see “O” or something else, just not this.

On June 19 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Thank Goodness I did not have to pay actual money to see this show (comp). It was 90 minutes long and it was so boring that our entire group of 7 almost fell asleep. Major disappointment. Do not waste you $150 on this show. Go to O at Bellagio…you will be glad you did.

On May 05 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Of all the shows i’ve seen in vegas, this was the best. Technically and visually brilliant, this was artistry at it’s finest.

On April 18 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Amazing! Incredible. We sat in the first row and got wet. Thrilliing and worth it! get there early. we didn’t know there was a pre-show that starts 15 minutes early- can take photos during the preshow. Super value for the money!

On April 08 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

This show is GREAT. The content of the show is great and the live soundtrack is one of the best I have ever heard. It’s also a great value for your money, you can sit in the first 3 rows for $88. The show has even taken on a new look since it first opened. I saw it when it first opened and I saw it recently and I would say the show was 50% different. AND NO THE THEATER DOES NOT STINK, IT DOESN’T EVEN SMELL LIKE ANY TYPE OF POOL CHEMICALS. I would see this show over any other in Vegas…

On April 01 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Not as good as Mystere, but overall a very good show. Liked this show better than “O” or “KA”.

On March 17 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

I didn’t like this show. While there are some strikingly gorgeous images throughout the performance there are also some horrifying ones. Devils, vampires and pregnant girls with whips are not my thing. Also, the clowns were annoying. The music is wonderful but money is better spent watching other Cirque du Soleil shows down the street. Oh yeah and don’t sit in the first row unless you want to get soaked.

On November 22 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Seemed like a good idea, theater layout, these reviews, BUT, the show stank, literally. What was that smell anyways? Some kind of plumbing problem? Ruined my experience, but what experience, anyways? By the way, where were the costumes? Don’t expect to see any acrobatics or theatrics people expect to see at a Cirque show…, and forget the costumes you are used to seeing in shows like “O”, or “Mystere” . Seemed like “La Reve” was put together in a hurry, i.e. concept is missing. Maybe that’s why they thought to throw in a few insulting sex scenes. Not that sex, or sexiness is insulting, but are you kidding me ? !! Can’t believe people in these reviews said o.k. for kids.
Were the simulated humping scenes necessary? Glad my parents got to see the side preformances of the male actors with their faces down between the girls’ legs, pretending to be “eating them out”...for a couple of painfully slow minutes while the main act was going on. Neat-O. Is that the part O.K. for kids? Not sure how that or the prolonged lesbian scenes along the sidelines fit into the theme of the show…unless we are to believe that dreaming about having oral sex, or giving lesbanism a try, or humping with the girl on top will lead to pregnancy. That’s how the show ends, the main female character, the one with the whip, ending the show with her stomach appearring pregnant. That’s so special. Some people laughed, but I am not sure at what. I was still choking on the fouled-water smell. Couldn’t have been more disappointed. Makes me feel GREAT about the money spent.
How about you see for yourself, eh? OR, Instead, buy a $14 cocktail, wait for 23 minutes to get it, watch the dozen or so hookers stroll into the bar area, or sit outside by the water “show”. The giant head that pops up out of the water will make you fall out of your chair! No kidding. I suppose if you never saw ANY kind of show, then you would be impressed by “La Reve”, maybe. Don’t forget to bring something, a scarf, anything /something perfumed so you can tolerate that smell, whatever it was… P.S. Was that topless performer a man or woman, or a He/She?

On November 21 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Breathtaking – easily the most spectacular thing I have seen in my life – I left Las Vegas 2 weeks ago and cannot stop thinking about it – I agree with the previous review about The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch being a reminder of the show – I actually cried during it – you become so involved in the show you lose yourself completely for 90 minutes – would recommend it to anyone

On November 21 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

It’s like a cheap version of “O”, a bit pointless

On August 11 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Great show. The musical score was great. This show is up there with “O” for my favorite Las Vegas show. It’s better than Zumanity, Ka, and Mystere, and is on par with “O”.

On August 06 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

If you seen O and liked it, you’ll love this show.

On August 04 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Great show

On August 04 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Great show

On August 04 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Great show

On July 25 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

LeReve is incredible!
This is easily the best Cirque de Solei show. I saw the “O” the night before and this show blows the “O” away! The Theatre is magnificent and the performers do some of the most incredible acts that you will ever see!! I would definately see this show again!

On June 24 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

A week after I left Vegas, I was still thinking about Le Reve. It’s artistic, enjoyable, and well worth the price. The theatre itself is extremely cool, and my buddy and I were constantly pointing at all the things that were going on at the same time. Read the notice about getting wet: a front row seat will definitely soak you.

On June 19 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

This is the best show in Las Vegas. I have seen such shows as “O”, A New Day, and Blue Man Group, and this was by far the most enjoyable, creative, and visually magnificient show of all. Don’t pay any attention to the critics who say this show is not worth your time. It most definitely is.

On June 10 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

I highly recomend this show. I just don’t understand why such a great show is getting bad press. All the seats in the theater were no more than 40 feet from the stage… so it didn’t matter where you sat because every seat was a good seat. Le Reve is very similar to ‘O’ at Bellagio because it invovles water as the stage.

On June 03 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

What a great show, perfect from start to finish, as i heard it has improved alot and changed from it’s opening night.

On June 02 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

For the life of me I cant understand why there is not a long wait for tickets for this show. Its one of the best vegas shows I have ever seen, and I have seen them all. The show itself is breath taking and the theater, in general, is much nicer than the ‘O” theater. I plan to see the show a second time this fall when I return.

On June 01 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Don’t know why the show is getting such bad press I found it to be breathtaking. I didn’t see any depressing or dark parts, there are not as many acts as in say “O” but “Le Reve” is just as thrilling if not more so. Everything was perfect I was ready to see it again. The only depressing thing was that it was over way too soon. The show is standard length but time sure does fly when you are totally into the performance. Very very emotional journey that has to be seen. Don’t go expecting a storyline, it is not that type of show it is following a man through his dreams/nightmares and how many of your dreams make sense? I highly recomend the show and can’t wait to see it again and again. Thanks Steve and Dragone for another great thing to do in LV.

On May 30 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Le Reve was the most incredible show I have ever seen. What talented people. The theatre was beautiful and just the perfect size. I would highly recommend seeing this great show!!!!

On May 15 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Great show, spectucular set. Dragone out does Cirque with this one. I really liked the show. I’ve seen all the Cirque shows in Vegas, and this is my favorite.

On May 15 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Spectacularly depressing! Technically and athlitically, this is a tour deforce. Imagery is dark and disturbing. I was reminded of the painting “The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch”.

Several people in my row walked out. Is is possible to acquire post traumatic stress syndrome from a show? I don’t think so, but this comes close.

On May 11 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

WOW

Enough said.

On May 07 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

This show is a shame. A Huge Waste of Money!
It is very Sad, because I really wanted this to be a WOW…but instead we all walked away with a Big “What the Hell was that”.

On May 04 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

This show has the intimacy of Mystere with the spectacular effects of O. Franco Dragone is the master showman, who has done it again!