Penn & Teller is a comedy magic show named after the world-famous magician duo that hosts it at the Rio Hotel and Casino. The hilarious show has become a Las Vegas staple over the years, and it’s an absolute must-see!
They are scheduled to perform through the end of 2026, making them the longest-running headlining act in Las Vegas history.
Schedule & Tickets
- Schedule: Thursday to Sunday at 9 pm
- Cost: $76 to $175
Penn & Teller perform their 90-minute show every weekend, with occasional performances on Mondays. A 9 pm showtime makes it convenient to fit this show into your trip while still leaving plenty of time before and after for other activities.
Penn & Teller Theater
The show is performed in the Penn & Teller Theater at the Rio Hotel. You’ll find the theater on Rio’s Convention Way, just past Starbucks and the spa.
There are a few options for parking at Rio, but the Pavilion parking lot is the closest to the Penn & Teller Theater.
Seating
In the Penn & Teller Theater, the orchestra and the beginning of the mezzanine sections offer the best view of the stage. Since these are the best seats, they come with a higher price tag.
Luckily, three big screens capture the close-up views, making it easy to see the performance anywhere in the theater. So, even if you purchase cheaper seats, you’ll still have a great time!
The best overall value for your money tends to be in the back of the orchestra or the front of the mezzanine level. This gives you a decent view of the performance and puts you close enough to interact with the audience participation elements of the show without paying top dollar.
Seating at the Penn & Teller Theater begins at 8 pm, an hour before showtime. We recommend getting there early because Penn plays the upright bass with a piano player as the audience is seated.
What to Expect from the Penn & Teller Show
Located at Rio Hotel since 2001, Penn & Teller is the longest-running headliner at the same Las Vegas hotel, and for a good reason! Penn & Teller is a Vegas classic that breaks all the rules of traditional magic.
Audiences are amazed at elements of traditional magic, sleight of hand, classic sideshow routines, and innovative illusions. Penn does all the talking as he narrates and introduces all of the tricks with stories, jokes, and audience interaction, while the mute Teller is the person who pulls off magic tricks.
One thing that makes this magic show unique is that Penn & Teller share the secrets behind some of the tricks, giving the audience an inside look at how the magic happens. This really adds to the excitement because, after all, who doesn’t want to know a magician’s tricks?
The show is full of tricks you are familiar with, like basic card tricks, and many unique to the duo, like their famous bullet catch illusion.
This is considered an edgy show, but anyone five years older is welcome. The tricks are family-friendly, but there is some profanity and lewd jokes.
Who Are Penn & Teller?
Penn Jillette and Raymond Teller make up the famous duo Penn & Teller, who have been blurring the lines between perception and reality since 1975.
Over the years, they have had several TV shows and appearances in films, talk shows, and music videos.
Throughout their careers, they have gathered a group of accolades. Penn & Teller holds Emmy, Obie, and Writer’s Guild awards and even has their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Penn & Teller: Fool Us
Penn & Teller have a wildly successful CW TV Show called Penn & Teller: Fool Us. Fool Us is a magic competition show where magicians try to fool Penn and Teller with how they do the tricks. If they fool the famed magicians, contestants get a five-star vacation and become the opening act for the Penn & Teller show in Vegas.
If you get lucky, you may see magicians from your favorite episodes featured as the opening act at select live performances. Penn & Teller: Fool Us has launched the careers of many new magicians and still does with every season.
As of February 2024, the show is in its 11th season, with a new episode airing weekly.
FAQs
How long is the Penn and Teller show?
The Penn & Teller show in Las Vegas is 90 minutes long.
Does Teller talk in real life?
Teller talks in real life but is mostly mute on stage.
The Penn & Teller show has officially been extended through 2026, so you have plenty of time to experience it yourself. Check out these free Las Vegas shows to make every second of your trip unforgettable!