LIOZ: Comedy Magic Uncensored at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

LIOZ turns the polished world of famous magicians into a comic playground, mixing absurd magic tricks with fast, sometimes slapstick humor. His act draws on more than 20 years of performance and his appearances on America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent, and Australia’s Got Talent.

I like the easy evening timing and the two-in-one format: you get magic and stand-up comedy in one 75-minute show. I also like the seating choice, since you can keep the price near $34.99 or pay more for reserved or VIP table seats. The catch is simple: if you want serious, traditional magic, the comedy can feel like the main event rather than a side dish.

Key points before you book

• LIOZ sends up famous magicians: Expect parody, exaggerated stage tricks, and comic surprises rather than a formal magic lecture.
• The show lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes: Its 8:30 pm start fits neatly into a Las Vegas evening.
• You can choose your seat category: Rear, reserved, and VIP table options let you match the show to your budget.
• Miracle Mile Shops is right outside: Build in time for dinner, drinks, or shopping before or after the performance.
• The humor is central: One performance element is a magic trick with a blank magazine that changes from black drawings to colored pictures, while the act also uses plenty of slapstick.
• The published score is strong: LIOZ has a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 82 ratings, with 90 percent of people recommending the show.

A magic parody show with comedy up front

LIOZ is not selling a quiet demonstration of sleight of hand. His act pokes fun at the grand style of famous illusionists, then pushes the tricks into deliberately ridiculous territory. The result is part magic show, part stand-up routine, and part comic performance piece.

That blend explains the show’s appeal. You may watch a trick unfold, understand the basic setup, and then find that the joke comes from how wildly LIOZ presents it. The comedy can be broad and physical, with quick jokes and exaggerated reactions. If you enjoy performers who send up stage conventions, this gives you something different from the usual Las Vegas magician.

The show has earned attention through appearances on America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent, and Australia’s Got Talent. Those television credits matter because they give you a clear sense of the act’s public style: big visual moments, quick pacing, and humor that needs to land with a large audience.

The title includes uncensored, so you should expect adult-oriented comedy rather than a quiet family matinee. The supplied details do not list specific language or subjects, so I would not try to predict the exact boundaries of the material. I would simply choose another show if you want something strictly child-focused or purely elegant.

What happens inside the V Theater

Your evening starts at the V Theater, located at 3663 S Las Vegas Boulevard, Suite 360, inside the Planet Hollywood complex. The ticket redemption point is the V Theater box office, and the listed start time is 8:30 pm.

There is no separate sightseeing stop or guided walk. The theater visit is the experience, and the advertised performance lasts around 75 minutes. That compact length works well in Las Vegas, where you may want to fit a show between dinner and another evening plan.

The theater’s location also makes planning easier. You can visit Miracle Mile Shops before the performance, eat nearby, or browse after the curtain. Since the show begins at 8:30 pm, you have room to make an earlier dinner reservation without rushing from another part of the city.

The show itself is built around LIOZ’s comic magic persona. Expect a steady sequence of illusions, jokes, audience-facing energy, and visual gags. The supplied material does not provide a full running order, so I would not expect a traditional act divided into named sections. Think of it as a continuous comedy performance with magic woven through it.

One example gives you a useful clue about the style. LIOZ uses a blank magazine with black drawings, then reveals colored pictures when it opens again. That is a recognizable magic effect, but the act places it inside a larger comic presentation. If your priority is the number of difficult tricks, you may find the selection modest. If you care about the joke, timing, and absurd presentation, the same routine may work better for you.

Why the two-in-one format matters

Las Vegas offers plenty of shows built around one main skill. LIOZ gives you two forms of entertainment at once, which can be useful when your group cannot agree on a straight magic show or a straight comedy club.

The magic gives the evening visual structure. Even when a joke misses your taste, a trick or surprise can keep the pace moving. The comedy, in turn, keeps the act from feeling like a formal demonstration. LIOZ can make a familiar illusion feel fresh by treating it as a parody of the grand magician tradition.

I like this format for an evening when you want something light and self-contained. The show does not ask you to spend half a night on a long production. You sit down, watch a fast performance, and finish with the rest of the Strip still available.

The tradeoff is that neither side may satisfy a specialist. A serious magic fan may want more intricate illusions and less slapstick. A comedy fan may want longer stand-up sections and fewer tricks. LIOZ works best when you are happy to let both styles share the stage.

Seating choices and the $34.99 price

The listed price is $34.99 per person, with taxes and fees included. That gives you a clear starting price instead of a low figure that grows sharply at checkout. The exact category you receive depends on the choice made during booking.

You can select rear or reserved seating, with VIP table seats available as an upgrade. The rear option is the sensible budget choice if the main goal is to get inside the theater and enjoy the full act without paying for a premium position. Reserved seating may be worth considering if you want less uncertainty about where you will sit.

VIP table seating changes the feel of the evening, but the supplied information does not give the upgrade price or any included food and drink. Treat it as a seating upgrade, not as a package with refreshments. Beverages are available for purchase, but they are not included in the ticket.

At $34.99, the value depends on your expectations. For a 75-minute Las Vegas show that combines comedy and magic, the price is reasonable if you want an easy night out and do not need a large production. It is less compelling if you measure value only by the number of complex magic effects.

The strongest praise focuses on the laughs. One audience member described laughing from beginning to end and called it a good adult evening. Another praised the mix of impressive tricks and jokes, as well as LIOZ’s ability to keep the audience involved from start to finish. Those reactions point to the real value: you are paying for LIOZ’s comic delivery as much as for the mechanics of the illusions.

Planning an evening at Planet Hollywood

The V Theater sits within Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, with Miracle Mile Shops nearby. That gives you a convenient plan for the hours around the show without requiring hotel pickup or a long transfer.

You are responsible for reaching the theater. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so check your route and allow time to find the box office at the listed address. The venue is near public transportation, which gives you another way to reach the performance.

A practical plan looks like this:

• Arrive in the Planet Hollywood area before 8:30 pm.
• Use Miracle Mile Shops for dinner or shopping if that suits your schedule.
• Redeem your ticket at the V Theater box office.
• Attend the 75-minute LIOZ performance.
• Return to the shops afterward for a drink, dessert, or more browsing.

You do not need to create a full day around this show. That is one of its strengths. The performance fits into a larger Las Vegas itinerary, and the nearby shops give you a useful backup if you arrive early.

The booking confirmation is issued at the time of purchase. Since the show is often booked about 30 days ahead, reserve early if the date and seating category matter to you. Advance booking is especially useful for a popular evening time, when a last-minute choice may leave you with fewer seats.

The comedy style and the main drawback

The biggest question is not whether LIOZ uses magic. He does. The question is how much comedy you want wrapped around it.

The act has been described as full of over-the-top tricks, quick humor, and slapstick. That can make the show lively and accessible, even if you do not know much about magic. You do not need to study technique to understand a comic reveal or a deliberately silly stage moment.

But a negative response focused on the opposite issue: too few tricks and too much slapstick. That is a fair warning, not a contradiction. The same structure that makes the show funny for one person can make it feel light on magic for someone else.

I would not book this expecting a solemn, mysterious performance in the style of a classic illusion showcase. Book it for parody, comic timing, and a performer who uses magic as part of a larger joke. The word uncensored also signals that the evening is intended for adults and may not suit every group.

The published rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 82 ratings, with 90 percent recommending the show, suggests that the comedy-first approach works for most people who choose it. Still, the lower rating provides useful guidance: taste matters more here than technical expectations.

Who will enjoy LIOZ most

I would recommend LIOZ to you if you want a shorter Las Vegas show with a relaxed, comic mood. It suits couples, friends, and adults looking for something more unusual than a standard stage production.

It also works well for a mixed group. One person can enjoy the magic, another can focus on the jokes, and both get a complete evening performance. The act’s high energy helps if you prefer shows that keep moving rather than spending long stretches on one illusion.

You may want to choose another production if you want any of the following:

• A serious, traditional magic show
• A child-focused performance with clearly listed family content
• A long theatrical production with music, scenery, or a large cast
• A drink or meal included in the ticket
• A detailed itinerary beyond the theater visit

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The experience requires good weather, and if poor weather causes cancellation, you receive the choice of another date or a full refund. That condition is worth noting even though the show takes place indoors.

Booking, changes, and practical details

The ticket includes the selected show category plus all taxes and fees. Drinks cost extra, and transportation to and from Planet Hollywood is not part of the booking.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before the show are not accepted, and cancellations inside that window are not refunded. The cut-off follows Las Vegas local time, so make changes early if your plans are uncertain.

The listed start time is 8:30 pm. The performance lasts approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Since no hotel transfer is included, leave enough time to reach the theater, find the box office, and settle into your selected seating area.

I would also keep your post-show plans flexible. The show has a fixed start and an approximate duration, while nearby Miracle Mile Shops gives you an easy place to continue the evening afterward.

Should you book LIOZ?

Book LIOZ if you want a comedy-led magic show with quick pacing, visual tricks, and an adult tone. The $34.99 starting price is fair for a compact 75-minute performance, especially because taxes and fees are already included.

Choose reserved or VIP table seating if having a preferred position matters to you. Pick rear seating if you mainly want an affordable night of entertainment. Either way, go in expecting parody and slapstick, not a pure showcase of advanced magic.

I would skip it if your ideal magician performs long, serious illusions with minimal comedy. But if you want to laugh, see a few surprising tricks, and keep the rest of your Las Vegas evening open, LIOZ is a sensible pick at Planet Hollywood.

FAQ

Where does LIOZ perform?

LIOZ performs at the V Theater inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.

What is the address of the theater?

The ticket redemption point is the V Theater box office at 3663 S Las Vegas Boulevard, Suite 360, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109.

What time does the show start?

The listed start time is 8:30 pm.

How long does the performance last?

The performance lasts approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

How much does admission cost?

The listed starting price is $34.99 per person. Taxes and fees are included.

What seating options are available?

You can choose between rear and reserved seating, with VIP table seats available as an upgrade.

Are drinks included with the ticket?

No. Beverages are available for purchase but are not included.

Is transportation included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, although the venue is near public transportation.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate in the experience.