The Empire Strips Back is opening in Las Vegas, a stage show that reimagines the Star Wars universe in the burlesque genre. The production is built on a comedic approach, deliberate provocation, and playing with instantly recognizable imagery that has remained fixtures of popular culture for decades. The project relies not on expanding the canon, but on a parodic take. Here, stagecraft and the thrill of recognition matter more than mythos coherence, so familiar characters turn into material for grotesque, dance, and a show-stopping number. Where and when the series of performances will take place The venue will be the former Chippendales theater in Las Vegas. The run is set to begin on May 4, and the schedule is announced at least through August 24. The choice of date looks symbolic for the fan community, but the organizers present the event primarily as an entertainment product for the city’s entertainment…
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