Spiegelworld’s “DiscoShow,” a wild, fast-paced homage to disco and New York in the early 1970s, opens at the Linq Hotel + Experience in Las Vegas.

Producers say the 70-minute performance “evokes the essence and beating heart of the music and movement that defined a decade,” with a soundtrack that includes dancefloor favorites such as “Le Freak,” “Good Times,” “We Are Family,” “Disco Inferno” and “Everybody Dance.”

A RollerSquad is part of Spiegelworld’s “DiscoShow”. Photo: Gaby Duong

“One of our first big artistic decisions in designing this show was to allow audiences to hear these familiar, classic songs the way they were meant to be heard: in a stunning club setting, on an incredible, state-of-the-art sound system, so that everything feels completely fresh and new,” said director Steven Hoggett, a five-time Tony Award nominee and Obie Award and Olivier Award winner.

Hoggett said the cast of young dancers and performers have diverse backgrounds and experiences to drive the production’s story. “They’re dancers and partygoers, so yes, they love the classic disco hits. But the most exciting thing has been to see how they’ve opened their eyes to cultural history and what young people like them experienced in the early days of disco half a century ago. That’s what makes this show so vibrant and contemporary and will appeal to all generations.”

Eureka O’Hara, best known for her work on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and HBO’s “We’re Here,” plays the role of Mother, a “sassy but big-hearted spiritual guide who leads guests on their express subway disco journey to downtown New York City.”

Also food and drink

In addition to the performances, guests at the meticulously detailed, multi-story venue have access to two bars – Glitterloft, inspired by disco pioneer David Mancuso’s legendary “Rent Party” room, and 99 Prince, whose name is derived from the SoHo address of Mancuso’s parties but is built to look like a dirty subway platform.

The 120-seat Ross Diner serves popular New York American cuisine with twists including lobster hot dog, dirty martini salad and French onion soup with mac and cheese. Main dishes include chicken, steak and a grilled cheese sandwich with marbled rye bread and American cheese, topped with chicken salad and bacon.

Disco popovers are among the menu items at Diner Ross. Photo credit: Spiegelworld

“Diner Ross is our heartfelt tribute to the timeless charm of the diner, reinterpreted with a festive spirit and culinary finesse,” said Anna Altieri, Executive Culinary Director of Spiegelworld. “We have created a menu that includes popular dishes, inviting our guests to enjoy both nostalgia and innovation, and an extremely elegant, yet very casual atmosphere where guests can enjoy an intimate date or quality time with a group of friends.”

The bars and restaurants are open to everyone, even those without a ticket to the show.

Previews began August 14, with the premiere scheduled for September 7. Tickets (starting at $69 plus fees) are on sale now. Performances are Wednesday through Sunday at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.