Show Tickets for Viva Decades Rewind! Music of the 80s, 90s & Now

Blackpool’s Viva Decades Rewind is a full evening of sequins, comedy, big vocals and familiar music, delivered as a Vegas-style cabaret rather than a quiet concert. Host Leye D Johns keeps the pace moving, while the resident showgirls and vocalists fill the stage with songs from the 1980s, 1990s and today.

I like the guaranteed table that comes with advance booking, and I like that you can order food and drinks without leaving your seat. The two-and-a-half-hour running time, including an interval, also makes this a proper night out rather than a short stage show.

The main thing to consider is the tone. Saturday nights have more of a party feel, and Leye D Johns is billed as outrageous, with some adult content and language. Wednesday is the calmer choice, though children are still admitted only at a parent’s discretion.

Five useful things to know before booking

• The show lasts around two and a half hours: An interval breaks up the evening, so plan on about three hours at the venue.
• Leye D Johns hosts the night: Expect comedy and audience-focused energy between the musical numbers.
• Your table is reserved: Advance booking removes the worry of arriving without a seat together.
• Wednesday and Saturday feel different: Wednesday shows begin at 7:30pm and feel more relaxed. Saturday shows begin at 8:15pm and have a stronger party mood.
• Food and drinks cost extra: Table service is included, but meals and alcoholic drinks are not part of the ticket price.

A Blackpool night built around showbiz

Viva Blackpool gives you the sort of night that Blackpool does especially well: a bright, slightly cheeky stage show that asks you to sit back, sing along and enjoy the spectacle. This is not a formal theatre production with a serious plot. It is a variety cabaret, built from music, jokes, dance and quick changes of pace.

The show combines familiar hits with traditional show numbers. That broad mix matters if you are booking for a group with different tastes. You might have one person who loves 1980s pop, another who prefers 1990s songs, and someone else who simply wants comedy and dancing. The format gives each part of the group something to enjoy.

The production also goes beyond singers standing in front of a microphone. Sequins, feathers, lighting effects, lasers and a large LED screen help create the big-stage look. The result is deliberately showy. If you like polished cabaret and theatrical costumes, you should feel at home. If you prefer a small acoustic venue, this will probably feel loud and highly produced.

The 4.4 out of 5 rating from 386 ratings reflects the show’s broad appeal. The most consistent strengths are the comedy, music, dancing, friendly staff, table service and upbeat atmosphere.

Taking your table before the curtain

Reserved seating is one of the practical advantages here. You are guaranteed a table when you book in advance, which is useful for birthdays, family groups and parties that want to sit together. You do not need to treat the evening like a race for the best available chair.

Your table also becomes your base for the performance. Food and drinks are available to buy, and table service continues during the show. That lets you keep watching instead of repeatedly walking to a bar. It also makes the evening feel more like dinner entertainment, even though the food is an extra cost.

The menu details are not specified, so I would not book this as a set dining experience. Think of food as an optional addition to your theatre ticket. A munchie box has been available on some evenings, and you may find similar snack-style choices, but you should check current options if the meal matters to your plans.

Drinks are also paid separately. Alcoholic drinks are available, but the minimum drinking age is 18. The ticket price covers the live entertainment and reserved seating, not the bar bill.

The opening stretch: singers, dancers and big production numbers

The performance starts with the feel of a variety show. You can expect live vocalists, resident Viva Showgirls dancers and musical numbers built for movement and visual impact. The emphasis is on pace. The show aims to keep one section moving into the next rather than settling into long, quiet passages.

The decade-spanning music is a useful choice for mixed groups. You will hear material associated with the 1980s and 1990s alongside more modern songs, with show numbers added to widen the range. This is not presented as a strict tribute concert to one artist or one band. It is a broad celebration of popular music.

The dancers add color and motion, while the singers provide the main musical focus. The costumes, feathers and sequins are part of the point. Viva is asking you to enjoy old-fashioned showbiz, not to search for a stripped-back performance.

The LED screen and laser effects help the show fill the room. They may be especially appealing if you want a visual night out rather than an evening based only on vocals. On the other hand, the production style is deliberately busy. If you are sensitive to loud sound or flashing effects, keep that in mind before booking.

Leye D Johns brings the comedy and crowd energy

Leye D Johns is the resident host and comic center of the evening. The performance uses comedy to connect the musical numbers, giving the night a familiar variety-show rhythm. Expect jokes, audience interaction and a host who is not afraid to push the energy.

His style is described as outrageous, but the show is not billed as extremely crude or heavily offensive. Some material is adult in nature, and language may not suit every child. The decision to bring children rests with the parent or accompanying adult.

For many groups, the host is a major reason the evening works. The comedy keeps the show from becoming one long sequence of songs. It also gives the audience breathing space between the larger dance and vocal sections.

Your enjoyment will depend partly on how much you like direct cabaret humor. If you prefer a tightly scripted concert with little talking, the host sections may feel lengthy. If you enjoy a comedian who keeps the room involved, they are likely to be one of the night’s highlights.

The interval and the second half

The interval divides the show into two sections and makes the long running time easier to manage. You have a chance to stretch your legs, order another drink or check in with your group before the production begins again.

The show lasts around two and a half hours, not counting the time needed to arrive, order food or leave afterward. With the interval included, you should allow roughly three hours at Viva. That makes it easy to plan as the main event of your evening in Blackpool.

The second half keeps the same mix of comedy, music and dance. It is not a separate attraction with a different theme. Instead, it continues the decade-spanning format and builds toward the finish with more songs, movement and production effects.

The steady pace is useful if your group has different levels of interest. You do not need to love every song for the night to work. The next comic section, dance number or visual change arrives fairly quickly.

Wednesday at 7:30pm or Saturday at 8:15pm

The choice of night can change the character of your evening.

Wednesday shows begin at 7:30pm and have a more relaxed feel. This is the better fit if you want a lively night without the strongest party atmosphere. It may also work well for families and for anyone who wants an earlier finish.

Saturday shows begin at 8:15pm and tend to feel more like a party. The later start may suit a birthday group, a weekend visit or anyone looking for a louder, more social night. The tradeoff is that the atmosphere can be less restrained, and the adult tone may feel more noticeable.

The show is offered in English. Most of the enjoyment comes through music, physical comedy, visual production and familiar songs, but a good understanding of English will help you follow Leye D Johns’s jokes and audience interaction.

Is the $34.55 ticket good value?

At about $34.55 per person, the ticket is reasonable for a three-hour evening of live entertainment, provided you treat food and drinks as separate spending. You are paying for a reserved table, a long stage show, professional lighting and sound, dancers, singers and a resident host.

The value improves if you want one organized evening rather than several separate activities. Your entertainment is arranged from start to finish, and the table service means you can stay in your seat while the show continues.

The total cost can rise once you add meals, snacks and drinks. I would set a separate budget for those extras before you arrive. If you only want a short performance or plan to spend most of your evening exploring Blackpool, the ticket may feel less attractive.

For birthdays and group celebrations, the price can make sense because the reserved table solves a common problem: finding seats together. The production also gives a mixed-age group plenty to watch, from comedy to dance to popular music.

Who should book this Blackpool show?

I would recommend Viva Decades Rewind for:

• Couples who want a playful evening of entertainment
• Families with older children, provided parents are comfortable with adult humor
• Birthday groups and other celebrations
• Friends who enjoy singing along to 1980s, 1990s and modern music
• Visitors who want a full cabaret night rather than a short concert
• People who value a reserved table and service during the performance

I would be more cautious if you dislike loud production numbers, lasers, audience interaction or comedy with an adult edge. This is not a subtle performance. It wants to make an impression through costumes, quick pacing, lighting and plenty of personality.

The show’s broad musical range is helpful for groups, but it also means the evening is not designed around one particular genre. You may enjoy some sections more than others. That is normal for a variety show of this kind.

Practical details that affect your evening

Viva Blackpool is near public transportation, so you can reach it without needing private transport. Transportation to and from the venue is not included in the ticket, so you remain responsible for arranging your own journey.

Confirmation is issued at booking, and a mobile ticket is available. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The activity has a maximum of 50 people, which keeps the scale more manageable than a huge arena event.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Remember that the Saturday party atmosphere and some adult material may not suit every young person. Wednesday is the more relaxed option, but parents still need to make the final call.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. A cancellation inside that 24-hour window is not refunded, and changes made during that period are not accepted.

After the performance, there may be opportunities on some evenings to meet singers or take a photo with entertainers. This is a pleasant extra if it is offered, but I would not treat it as a guaranteed part of the ticket.

My verdict on Viva Decades Rewind

Book this show if you want a complete Blackpool evening with music, jokes, dancing, costumes and a guaranteed place at a table. Leye D Johns gives the night a clear personality, while the singers, showgirls, LED screen and lasers keep the production moving.

Choose Wednesday for a calmer feel and the earlier 7:30pm start. Choose Saturday for stronger party energy and a later night. Budget separately for food and drinks, and remember that the material has an adult edge.

For $34.55, the combination of reserved seating and roughly two and a half hours of live entertainment offers solid value. It is especially useful for groups who want an easy, all-in-one night out. If that sounds like your kind of Blackpool fun, Viva is a sensible booking.

FAQ

How long does Viva Decades Rewind last?

The live show lasts around two and a half hours and includes an interval. Allow about three hours for the complete evening at the venue.

What time does the show start?

Wednesday shows start at 7:30pm. Saturday shows start at 8:15pm.

Is seating reserved?

Yes. Advance booking includes reserved seating and a guaranteed table.

Are food and drinks included in the ticket?

No. Food and drinks are available to purchase separately. Alcoholic drinks are not included.

Is the show suitable for children?

Children are allowed but must be accompanied by an adult. Some content is adult in nature, and parents should decide if the show is suitable for their children.

What language is the experience offered in?

The experience is offered in English.

Can I cancel my booking for a refund?

Yes. You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.