VEGAS THEATRE UPDATE: ‘Mad Apple’ and ‘Menopause the Musical’ Shows Come to an End


Cirque du Soleil to close Mad Apple production at New York-New York in early September 2026. The news was first reported by @LasVegasLocally and confirmed by Casino.org‘s Vital Vegas.

Mad Apple debuted in May 2022, replacing Zumanity, offering a mix of acrobatics, singers, dancers, rappers, and magicians.

Cast members of Mad Apple by Cirque du Soleil perform during the premiere New York-New York Hotel & Casino In Las Vegas in May 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Image: Denise Truscello/Getty Images for Mad Apple)

Mad Apple was created as a New York-inspired variety show, departing from Cirque’s traditional mythology-driven performances, featuring standup comedy and a more flexible cast structure.

With a shorter run than other Cirque productions, lasting just over four years, Mad Apple leaves New York-New York with a vacant showroom.

It is unclear if MGM Resorts will fill the space, as they have been focusing on concerts and flexible programming.

‘Pause’ Stopped

After more than two decades, Menopause the Musical has permanently closed at Harrah’s Cabaret. The show debuted in Las Vegas in 2006, becoming the longest-running musical in the city’s history with over 7,000 performances.

Promotional art for the show. (Image: Menopause The Musical)

Menopause The Musical tells the story of four women experiencing menopausal chaos and bonding over shared experiences, using parody versions of well-known songs from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s.

Featuring performers like Paige O’Hara, Queen Emily, Susan Anton, and Cindy Williams, the show has entertained audiences for years but faced competition from other entertainment options on the Strip.



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