Plenty of performers can do the voice. Gordie Brown sings in it, which is a different and much harder trick, and it's why 70 minutes downtown moves faster than shows twice the budget.
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He opens his mouth and Robert De Niro walks out. A beat later it's Elvis, then Jack Nicholson, then a Garth Brooks that shouldn't be possible from the same throat. This is the Golden Nugget Showroom on Fremont Street, and Gordie Brown is roughly four minutes into a set that will hold this pace for 70 of them.
What the night actually is
Gordie Brown is filed under impersonators, but that undersells the shape of the evening. It runs like three shows braided together: a comedy set, a live concert, and a parade of A-list voices. He doesn't just do the voice either, he sings in it, which is a harder trick and the reason the music holds up. Prince, Michael Jackson, Willie Nelson, and De Niro's "you talkin' to me" all pass through. The turns come fast enough that the fun becomes guessing who's next before the first line lands.
When: 7:30 p.m. Where: The Showroom, Golden Nugget, 129 East Fremont, downtown. Run time: 70 minutes. Ages: 21 and over.
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The practical stuff a friend would tell you
The age rule is the part that surprises people, since nothing about the material feels risque; it's the room, not the act. The downtown location is the other thing to plan around. You are steps from the Fremont Street Experience, not stranded mid-Strip, so the walk out of the theater lands you in the middle of something rather than at a taxi line.
The bit worth showing up for
The moment that sells the whole show is the switch: mid-song, mid-phrase, one voice becomes another with no visible gear change. Get there a few minutes early and sit where you can see his face, because half the performance is what happens between the impressions. And with a 7:30 curtain you're back out on Fremont by nine, which is exactly when downtown gets good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gordie Brown?
Gordie Brown is a Las Vegas impressionist, comedian and singer who performs at The Showroom inside the Golden Nugget downtown. His act moves rapidly between celebrity voices including Robert De Niro, Elvis, Jack Nicholson, Prince and Garth Brooks, and the distinguishing feature is that he sings in those voices rather than only speaking in them.
Is the Gordie Brown show worth seeing?
If you like impressions, live music or fast-paced comedy, it's an easy yes, and it packs all three into one show. The vocal work is the real draw, since singing in another performer's voice is considerably harder than a speaking impression. It's a weaker fit if you want large-scale production values, because this is a performance-driven show in an intimate room.
How long is the Gordie Brown show and what time does it start?
The Gordie Brown show starts at 7:30 p.m. and runs about 70 minutes. That early finish is one of its practical advantages downtown: you're back out on Fremont Street with the evening still going, which makes it easy to pair with dinner or the Fremont Street Experience afterward.
Is there an age limit for Gordie Brown in Las Vegas?
Yes, the show is restricted to guests 21 and over. That's driven by the venue rather than the content, since the material itself is built on celebrity impressions, comedy and music rather than adult themes. If you're traveling with kids or teenagers, this one won't seat them regardless of how tame the act is.
Where is the Gordie Brown show performed?
Gordie Brown performs at The Showroom inside the Golden Nugget at 129 East Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas, not on the Strip. The location puts you steps from the Fremont Street Experience, so the show slots naturally into a downtown evening rather than requiring a trip back to the Strip afterward.
By Daniel S.
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