Terry Fator Review: New Show at The STRAT

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Welcome to my Terry Fator Las Vegas review! I had the chance to see his brand-new production at The Strat a few weeks ago.

While his new show still involves puppets, he’s upped the production level and made it much more music-focused.

So, today, I’m sharing my experience. And I’m rating all aspects: theater, participation, acts, and value for the money.

Are you ready to find out if “One Man, A Hundred Voices, A Thousand Laughs?” is any good? Let’s do it!

About Terry Fator

Terry Fator is a ventriloquist, comedian, celebrity impersonator, and singer. He rose to stardom on season 2 of America’s Got Talent, winning the entire show.

He’s since been performing in Las Vegas for over a decade. Recently, Terry moved from New York-New York to The Strat to open a new production.

His new show is all about the “Soundtrack of Our Lives” and how music has a way of bringing everyone together.

You’ll witness hilarious conversations with each puppet and hear a song or two from their favorite music genre.

But the coolest part is the multimedia experience. The larger-than-life visuals make it feel like you’re in the scene with each character!

STRAT Theater

• Stage views: 4.75/5
• Chair comfort: 5/5

Because Terry is popular, he performs in a pretty big space (the Strat Theater) inside The STRAT Hotel.

Stage Views

If you haven’t been inside this theater, the room is long – with just a few elevation changes. So the further back you sit, the more heads you may have in your sightline.

However, the seating is pretty spread out here, so there are lots of “pockets” to see through.

The following picture should give you an idea of the theater’s size. I took this photo standing about two-thirds of the way back in the room:

Two large video screens are on each side of the stage. So, even sitting in the back, you can still get a close-up view of the puppets.

But, if you’re like me, you probably don’t want to pay all that money to watch Terry on a screen anyway. So, if you can, I recommend sitting in Preferred or VIP instead.

Audience Participation

• Crowd Involvement: 4/5

Although no one gets to go on stage, the show offers opportunities for audience involvement.

For instance, you can join in on songs like “We Are The World” and even headbang with Freddie Mercury when he sings “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

Fator also occasionally walks into the VIP section and talks with people there. And towards the end, he goes around the theater, performing with Kermit and meeting guests.

Additionally, one puppet will invite you to play a game with him throughout the night.

Puppets You’ll Meet

• Puppet co-stars: 5/5

I got to see the following characters at the performance I attended:

Walter T. Airdale, Julius, Berry Fabulous, Vikki The Cougar, Hyphen, Duggie Scott Walker, Freddie Mercury, Winston, Kermit the Frog, and Maynard Thompkins.

Other puppets, such as Justin Bieber and Dean Martin, also appear on the screens between the acts.

Below, I’ve compiled a quick overview of the personalities I enjoyed the most.

Walter T. Airdale

Walter T. Airdale was my favorite puppet at the show. He’s a country music star who often has a little too much to drink.

Walter likes variety in his life when it comes to women. (He’s been married at least eight times!)

During his performance, you’ll see Fator and him sing “The Thunder Rolls” by Garth Brooks. He also invites everyone in the audience to join him in a drinking game!

Winston The Impersonating Turtle

If you’re a fan of AGT, you may already know this next puppet: Winston The Impersonating Turtle!

Winston is the most adorable and innocent little guy I’ve ever seen. He loves to always be around Terry and ask him uncomfortable questions.

Like Terry, Winston has a phenomenal talent – he can also impersonate famous personalities.

At the show, Winston performs the song “Down at My Pond,” a parody of Disney’s Under the Sea.

Vikki The Cougar

Vikki The Cougar never reveals her age but willingly provides her physical stats to anyone who asks. She’s also not shy about having a little “work” done to help her feel her best.

Vikki prefers to date young men but occasionally goes for older gentlemen, too – if they’re rich.

At the Vegas show, she performs her rendition of the song “Shake it Off,” which details the wild antics that happened on a recent date.

Hyphen

If you can believe it, Hyphen was a member of The Beatles! He even co-wrote songs with them and will gladly prove it to you at the show.

Hyphen is a master lyricist who loves to change the words of songs to match recent events and celebrity gossip.

During his performance with Fator, he sings a version of “A Hard Day’s Night” and “Yesterday.”

Value For The Money

• Talent: 5/5
• Length: 4/5
• Cost: $$-$$$

On the night I went, the performance started at 5:00 pm and ended at 6:05 pm.

So it was a full 65 minutes of ventriloquism, comedy, and singing – about the average length of a show in town. But there’s a lot packed into this production!

I got to “meet” 10 puppets and heard Terry do over 25 impersonations. Terry and the cast also sang 20 songs from different music genres.

Additionally, Fator shares personal stories, like how Kermit the Frog inspired him to become a ventriloquist and the “sign” his wife received when they first met.

How Much Does It Cost To See Terry Fator?

“One Man, A Hundred Voices, A Thousand Laughs,” is a mid-priced production in Las Vegas.

Gallery seats are the cheapest ticket option, and they typically start around $50. These chairs, though, are at the very back of the theater.

Preferred seating is in the middle of the room and usually costs between $60 and $70. VIP seating is near the stage and averages $80-100 per person (plus applicable fees).

Drinks & Snacks Menu

• Variety of options: 4.5/5
• Cost: $-$$

There’s a snack and beverage bar at the entrance to the theater. So you can quickly grab something before (or during) the production.

Prices are comparable to what you’ll find at other Vegas shows.

For instance, king-size candy and popcorn start at $5. Beer and seltzers are around $12, and wine is about $15. Specialty cocktails are also available for $21-$26.

Here’s what was available when I went. (I wish there were a few healthier food options, but I’ll settle for popcorn any time!)

Snacks: Red Vines, Kit Kat, Sour Patch Kids, M&M’s, and popcorn

Beverages: Beer, wine, cocktails, seltzers, water, Red Bull, and Pepsi products

Show Rating

• Score: 4.6/5.0

I never thought I’d be a fan of a puppet show, but I really enjoy Terry’s performances!

His new production at The Strat is WAY better than I expected. And the high-tech surprises throughout were fantastic.

I’d rate Terry Fator’s show 4.6 out of 5.0 stars. I thought it was a good mix of comedy, ventriloquism, and music. And it’s great for a wide range of ages, too.

What I Liked The Most

I was so impressed with Terry’s ventriloquism skills!

I don’t know how he does it, but I wasn’t even watching him for most of the night because I was so focused on the puppets.

They seemed so alive and real; I almost had to keep reminding myself they weren’t. 🙂

Terry also has this crazy ability to throw his voice and make it sound like someone is talking from the back of the room.

And when the puppets sing together, he can make it sound like they’re doing a duet.

I also especially loved the times when the audience got to participate. It felt like a mini-concert, with everyone clapping and singing along.

What Could Be Better

At Terry’s previous show at New York-New York, his performance was more evenly balanced between comedy and singing.

But now, at his new show, it’s more music-focused than comedy.

It’s only a personal preference, but I’ve always enjoyed the conversations the most. So, I wish his talks with each puppet had been a minute or two longer.

Nevertheless, I still laughed a lot and had an amazing time!

Is Terry Fator Kid Friendly?

Although it’s a puppet show, Terry Fator is also a comedian. So, some guests may find a few topics inappropriate for children.

However, I’ve seen a lot of shows in Las Vegas, and comparatively speaking, his performance is pretty clean. On the night I went, I didn’t hear any swear words.

There were some provocative subjects and references to alcohol, but it’s nothing like Absinthe (if you’ve seen that). Or even what you’ll hear at the comedy clubs in town.

If you plan on bringing young kids, they likely won’t understand the adult jokes. But older children may pick up on them and require an explanation afterward.

That said, I think kids will love seeing Kermit the Frog and singing along to “Rainbow Connection.”

Other Las Vegas Reviews

Most people enjoyed seeing Terry Fator in Las Vegas. The show has an average score of 4.6/5.0 with over 7,500 reviews across the following platforms.

• TripAdvisor: 4.5/5.0, 3,708 reviews
• Vegas.com: 4.7/5.0, 2,720 reviews
• Google: 4.6/5.0, 1,145 reviews

Scores are as of the date of this article.

My Final Thoughts

I can’t get over how different Terry’s new show is compared to the one he did at New York-New York.

He’s completely reinvented his production with brand-new music, conversations, and even changes to the cast.

So, if you’ve seen him before, I recommend checking him out again.

The theater and the immersive multimedia experience blew me away. And I loved how the puppets talked before it started – it was all very Disney-esque!

I think this production is definitely worth it, especially for adults. But, for the best experience, I recommend getting tickets as close to the stage as possible.