If you’re looking for a unique holiday gift, why not consider the gift of live entertainment? This December, Borgata in Atlantic City is home to some of the hottest music, comedy, and variety acts, all of which make excellent gifts for those on your list. Check out the upcoming entertainment heading to the East Coast’s premiere entertainment destination this December.
Terry Bradshaw: Legendary professional football player and iconic entertainer Terry Bradshaw will make his debut in Atlantic City with his musical, comedy and storytelling production, “The Terry Bradshaw Show”. Bradshaw will bring his dynamic singing ability, endearing personality and charisma to The Music Box with an 80-minute production that chronicles his life’s journey through comedy, music and storytelling. (December 6, 8PM, The Music Box)
Pride Bingo: Join OUT at Borgata and Garden State Equality for PRIDE BINGO on Saturday, December 7 inside the Central Conference Center at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. The event – emceed by Sandy Beach and Whendy Whaxwood with music by DJ James Anthony – will feature a special performance by actor and drag superstar Shangela, as well as former contestants of Asbury Park’s Miss Paradise drag show pageant. Celebrate Pride at this fabulous and campy event, featuring signature cocktails starting at $7, hilarious drag queen antics, and the chance to win real Borgata prizes like overnight stays, dinners, spa treatments, and the Grand Prize $1,000 Borgata Gift Card. (December 7, 3PM, Central Conference Center)
Luann De Lesseps: Don’t miss Luann De Lesseps from The Real Housewives of New York City in Atlantic City! In her nightclub act, Luann performs her hit songs and tells one of a kind anecdotes about her glamorous life in the fast lane. Luann’s three dance singles, “Chic C’est La Vie,” “Girl Code,” and “Money Can’t Buy You Class,” have charted on iTunes and remain consistent favorite club anthems. She will be live at The Music Box for her Holiday Show! (December 7, 8PM, The Music Box)
Handel’s “Messiah”: The Stockton University Performing Arts Program presents the 15th production of Handel’s “Messiah”! You don’t want to miss this classic holiday masterpiece, featuring various groups from Stockton’s choral program and guests from throughout the community. One of The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey’s most enduring traditions returns to Borgata. (December 8, 7PM, The Event Center)
Borgata Holiday Show: Borgata Holiday Show is a festive new musical featuring your all-time favorite Christmas classics, performed to perfection, by the world’s best tribute artists: Sinatra, Streisand, Elvis, Marilyn, Dean Martin, and Johnny Mathis. Accompanied by a swinging band and dynamic dancers, this show will have you singing along and celebrating the joy of the holiday season. It’s the most wonderful time of year to head over to Borgata Casino Hotel & Spa where the Borgata Holiday Show will warm your heart and make your spirits bright! (December 13-15, various times, The Event Center)
Rick Springfield & Richard Marx: Over the past four decades, Rick Springfield has worn many hats as an entertainer and performer, and Richard Marx’s nearly three-decade-long career has had innumerable of highlights. Now both artists are teaming up for an intimate solo acoustic performance at Borgata’s Music Box! Both Springfield and Marx will perform full sets from their songbooks in Atlantic City. (December 13, 9PM, The Music Box)
Brendan Schaub: Stand up comic, podcast host, tv personality, and retired mixed martial artist Brendan Schaub comes to The Music Box at Borgata in Atlantic City. His hit podcast, “The Fighter and the Kid,” with fellow stand up comic Bryan Callen, garners over 10 million downloads a month, one of the top podcasts on iTunes. (December 14, 8PM, The Music Box)
Jason Isbell: This holiday season, join musician Jason Isbell at Borgata’s The Music Box for an intimate acoustic set of memorable songs. The four-time Grammy winner, known for his work with The 400 Unit, comes to Atlantic City this December. (December 21, 9PM, The Music Box)
The Burlesque Holiday Show: It’s time for some adult holiday cheer! The Burlesque Holiday production features a talented, sexy, hilarious cast of dancers, comedians, and performers, along with a multitude of sparkling rhinestone trimming and tassels from the stars of the show with a festive twist. This highly entertaining, fast-paced revue frames classic vaudeville blackout skits and unique variety acts with burlesque-themed dance production numbers, featuring Burlesque star entertainers from around the globe. (December 26-31, Various Times, The Music Box)
Fantasia: American Idol winner turned R&B superstar, Fantasia, is coming to Atlantic City this winter alongside a star-studded ensemble for The Sketchbook Tour. Fantasia will be accompanied by Tank, Grammy Award-nominated singer Robin Thicke, and The Bonfyre. Fans will hear their favorite Fantasia hits along with songs from her 7th studio album, Sketchbook. (December 27, 8PM, The Event Center)
Bert Kreischer: Get ready for some “secret time” with funny man Bert Kreischer in Atlantic City! Bert has evolved from being named Rolling Stone’s 1997 “Number One Partier in the Nation” to one of the top names in comedy, selling out to audiences around the country. (December 28, 7PM, The Event Center)