Hearing Voices
Danny Gans Gets Rave Reviews

Showbiz Magazine
By Hilary L. Green

There are certain events that stand out in our minds and hearts and remain with us throughout our lives. Danny Gans’ remarkable show at the Mirage is one of those experiences bound to earn an unforgettable place in your heart and mind.

The award-winning impressionist-singer-comedian-actor-dancer would probably prefer that “father” and “husband” prefaced the list of words that describe him best. He will be the first to tell you how richly blessed he feels and how grateful he is for those blessings.

It hasn’t always been a charmed life for this gentle man. His lifelong dream was to play third base for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was playing in the minor leagues when he injured his Achilles tendon. On one turn of his ankle, his hopes and dreams came to a crashing halt.

Instead of feeling bitter, Gans redirected his focus. He poured his heart and soul into building a new career in the entertainment business. He spent 15 years on the road, singing with bands, doing stand up and honing his knack for impressions. It was time well spent. Gans became the most sought-after act on the coveted corporate entertainment circuit, where performers could earn more in one night than many entertainers earned in a year. The demand for Danny Gans’ popular show led to performances in stadium-size arenas for major international companies like IBM and Heinz.

At the same time, Gans was a familiar face on television, with appearances on “Roseanne,” “Married With Children” and as a regular on Fox TV’s “open House.” He played Dean Martin in the CBS mini-series “Sinatra” and had a recurring role on the popular late-night drama “Silk Stalkings.” He made his big-screen debut alongside Kevin Costner in the hit movie Bull Durham, in which Gans played shortstop Deke Rivers.

A one-man show in California opened the door to every performer’s dream – an original show on Broadway. Although the hard-to-please press praised his Broadway production, Gans decided to bring his talents to Las Vegas, where he could settle down to a life with his family. He showed his true character by putting his family first.

Since arriving in Las Vegas, Gans feels doubly blessed. He has a wonderful life with his family, which includes his wife, three children and their dog Sadie, who Gans refers to as his fourth child. He has taken the Las Vegas entertainment scene by storm. Gans has continually broken box-office records and garnered awards for his astounding show.

Now firmly ensconced in his own theater at the Mirage, Gans sells-out each performance weeks in advance. He has captured the hearts of countless visitors, who describe their experience at Gans’ show as “unforgettable” and “touching.” He has earned the respect and admiration of his peers, including Bill Cosby and Joan Rivers, who describes Gans as “…incredible!” Natalie Cole says, “Nobody has ever done a better impression of my dad,” and the Los Angeles Times sums him up in one word: “Brilliant.”

Gans’ show at the Mirage is a must-see journey that features music, comedy, drama and some very special highlights. It’s a show the entire family will enjoy and remember for a long time.