Hey Explorers,

Have you ever been to a drag show? Yes we’re talking about those shows where men dress up in costumes, lip sync (oftentimes poorly we might add) and impersonate Cher, Madonna and every other diva out there? Well…Tiffany’s show is everything but that – except for the men dressing up like women part.

What’s the best way to describe the show? Does a giant, glittering peacock descending from the ceiling and an enormous, shiny stiletto-heeled shoe rolling onstage answer the question? We thought so.

Tiffany’s Show is self-described as the, “First ever truly transvestite cabaret show in South East Asia”. The entire cast is composed of male performers, even the female ones (but you’d never know). Classic and contemporary songs from stage and screen are brought to life in over-the-top sets, colorful headpieces, and shiney costumes. We’ve never seen so many sequins in one place before!

The show has many memorable numbers and very campy, over-the-top opening and closing numbers. In between set changes, solo and/or duet acts perform in front of the curtain; sometimes stepping into the audience. The rendition of Tina Turner’s Proud Mary was quite good.

Every year since 1998 Tiffany’s Show hosts the “Miss Tiffany’s Universe” beauty pageant. Rising stars showcase their talent with the hopes of becoming a part of this cultural icon in Pattaya.

Like any other theater show, photos aren’t allowed inside. But we caught up with some of the performers afterwards. These ladies are talented, beautiful and world-class. There’s a little something for everyone to enjoy at TIffany’s Show.

As a sponsor of the Ultimate Thailand Explorers Competition, we’d like to thank Tiffany’s Show. Next time we’d love to watch the magic happen from backstage!

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Appeals To: The show is broadway-esque with it’s song and dance numbers. You’re either a fan of this style or you’re not. You may appreciate it’s over-the-top set design and staging however. Plus this is somewhat of a proud piece of Pattaya culture. So on that end, it may be worth seeing, just to say, “I saw it”. Finally, its promotional material touts that it is family friendly. We wouldn’t disagree, but this is a show where men dress up as women. Let loose and make this a teachable moment if the kids ask questions!
Suggested Stay: It’s around a 90-minute show with no intermission. Offered 3 times nightly.
Cost: Prices vary depending on the category of seats you choose. The 1,000 seat theater felt intimate enough that any seat could be a great seat. Tickets start at 500 Baht ($15)
Getting There: It’s at the end Pattaya’s second road. Drive yourself or take a cab. Parking is available, but on busy nights you may want to get there early since the many tour busses take up a lot of the available spaces.
Don’t Miss: Photo opportunities with the performers in the courtyard after the show. But it will cost you some Baht. No matter whether you’re in Thailand or the United States, Drag Queens always have their hand out looking for money!
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BTW: In 2001 TravelCom Magazine ranked it 4th in their “Top 10 Shows Around the World”, falling behind the Moulin Rouge, Siegfried and Roy and Mystere. This ain’t no ordinary drag show friends!

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