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Welcome to my Terry Fator Las Vegas review! I had the chance to see the show with my dad a couple of months ago.
Now, I didn’t know anything about Terry before I went. I never saw him on AGT. And I had never seen a ventriloquist live before, either.
All I knew was that the show involved puppets!
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 “Who’s The Dummy Now?” is any good? Let’s do it!
If you haven’t seen Terry before, here’s a quick summary:
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 created a new production called “Who’s The Dummy Now” at the New York-New York Hotel.
At his new show, you’ll meet ten puppets and enjoy their hilarious conversations. You’ll also get to sing along to songs and dance in your seat.
Although it sounds like it could be a bit childish, it’s not at all. Terry’s jokes and topics appeal to a wide range of ages. And it was mostly adults in the audience when I went, too.
Liberty Loft Theater
- Stage views: 4/5
- Chair comfort: 4/5
Because Terry’s show is popular, he performs in a pretty big space called Liberty Loft Theater at the NYNY Hotel.
Stage Views
If you haven’t been inside Liberty Loft, the room is long – with no floor or seat elevation changes. So the further back you sit, the more heads you’ll have in your sightline.
The following picture should give you an idea of the theater’s size. I took this photo standing about halfway back in the room:
A few video screens are throughout, but they’re not huge. And if you’re like me, you don’t want to pay all that money to watch Terry on a screen anyway.
So, if you can, I recommend sitting as close to the stage as possible.
Chair Comfort
As far as the chairs go, they’re all the same, no matter where you sit.
And they’re pretty comfortable, too, with a thick seat cushion and ample leg room.
I wasn’t thrilled about the stretchy fabric covers on them, though. I couldn’t fully sit back in the chair, so it didn’t provide much lower back support.
Audience Participation
- Crowd Involvement: 4.5/5
Although no one gets to go on stage, the show offers many opportunities for audience involvement.
For instance, Fator often talks with guests sitting in the first few rows. And then he uses those conversations in his acts with the puppets.
But even if you’re not sitting in the front, you’ll still get to participate.
Terry may ask you to join in on songs like “Friends in Low Places” or “Can’t Stop the Feeling.” He also asks the crowd questions, where you’ll get to yell out a response.
Just be careful not to make too many comments when Terry isn’t asking for them or you may find yourself talking to security.
Puppets You’ll Meet
- Puppet co-stars: 5/5
I got to see the following characters at the performance I attended:
Walter T. Airdale, Fernando V. Francisco, Willie, Julius, Winston The Turtle, Vikki The Cougar, Maynard Thompkins, Duggie Scott Walker, Kermit the Frog, and Frank Sinatra.
Although he has a rotating cast, you’ll likely see the same puppets as I did. (Typically, only one or two puppets may differ.)
Below, I’ve compiled a quick overview of the characters 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 also likes variety in his life when it comes to women. (He’s been married at least eight times!)
During his performance, you’ll get to see Fator and him sing “I’ve Got Friends in Low Places” by Garth Brooks.
Throughout the night, though, Walter has trouble keeping his mouth shut, frequently adding his commentary to other conversations.
Fernando V. Francisco
At the show, Fernando is known as the “sexiest puppet ever.” He’s so confident and good-looking that he only has to walk into a room, and all the ladies swoon.
He also loves referring to himself in the third person.
One lucky lady in the audience might catch his eye, and he may even try to seduce her. Fernando may also divulge some helpful tips and love advice for couples.
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. Winston’s favorite impression to do is Kermit the Frog.
Vikki The Cougar
Vikki The Cougar never reveals her biological age but willingly provides her physical stats to anyone who asks. She’s also not afraid of a little “work” 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 a rendition of the song “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’.”
Value For The Money
- Talent: 5/5
- Show Length: 5/5
- Cost: $$
On the night I went, the performance started at 7:30 pm and ended at 8:55 pm.
So it was a full 85 minutes’ worth of ventriloquism and comedy, making it one of the longer shows in town.
We got to “meet” 10 puppets and saw Terry do over 25 impersonations. Terry and the cast also sang 15 songs from different music genres.
You’ll also hear how Fator got his start. And see some cool Elvis and Kermit memorabilia, too.
Unfortunately, there isn’t a meet and greet after. But he packs so much into his show that it more than makes up for it.
How Much Does It Cost To See Terry Fator?
“Who’s The Dummy Now?” is a mid-priced show in Las Vegas.
Category C, the cheapest ticket option, typically costs around $50 (after fees). These tickets, though, are at the very back of the room.
Category B usually costs $60-$70, while Category A averages $70-80 per person.
Drinks & Snacks Menu
- Variety of options: 4.5/5
- Cost: $-$$
There’s a snack and beverage bar inside 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, candy starts at $6, popcorn at $9, and non-alcoholic beverages at $8. You can also get beer and wine for around $10 or specialty cocktails for $15.
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: M&Ms, Twizzlers, Peanut Butter M&M’s, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, and popcorn
Beverages: Beer, wine, cocktails, seltzers, Jell-o shots, water, Red Bull, and Pepsi products
Show Rating
- Score: 4.6/5.0
I’d rate Terry Fator’s show 4.6 out of 5.0 stars. I thought it was the perfect balance of comedy, ventriloquism, and music. And it’s great for a wide range of ages, too.
Here’s what I liked the most:
The Good
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 how much audience participation there was. It felt like a mini-concert, with everyone clapping and singing along.
The Not As Good
The theater could be better. Again, it’s like a big conference room with chairs on one level.
That’s not Fator’s fault at all, though. And, in my opinion, his talent is so phenomenal that he’s worth supporting, no matter where you sit in the room.
But, if you have the option, I’d get tickets as close as you can to the stage – either on the sides or in the center of the room.
Is Terry Fator Kid Friendly?
Although it’s a puppet show, Terry Fator is also a comedian. So, there may be topics that some guests find offensive.
However, I’ve seen a lot of shows in Las Vegas, and comparatively speaking, his is pretty clean. On the night I went, I didn’t hear any swear words.
There were some romantic innuendos, but it’s nothing like Absinthe (if you’ve seen that). Or even what you’ll hear at the comedy clubs in town.
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 7,300 reviews across the following platforms.
- TripAdvisor: 4.5/5.0
- Vegas.com: 4.7/5.0
- Google: 4.6/5.0
Scores are as of the date of this article.
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My Final Thoughts
I didn’t think I’d enjoy a show with puppets, but I’m glad I gave it a shot. It turned out to be really fantastic and way better than I expected.
I was so captivated by the dummies the entire time; it’s incredible how he makes them come to life.
My dad also loved it. And he said after the show that he thought Terry Fator and Frederic Da Silva were two of The Strip’s most talented performers.
So I think this production is definitely worth it, especially for adults. But again, I recommend getting tickets as close to the stage as possible for the best experience.