4.9
(288)

The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody - Phoenix

4.9
(288)


The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody - Phoenix
4.9
(288)

⭐ The hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back… is coming at last! Making its way to Phoenix, this previously sold-out experience drops classic sci-fi characters into the world of burlesque. Don’t miss out!

🌌 Phoenix — this is your last chance! The Empire Strips Back closes on Oct 19. See it before it’s gone! 🔥

Tickets for The Empire Strips Back in Phoenix
🎫 General Admission - includes entry to the experience
🎫 Rebel Package - includes express entry to the experience + a t-shirt (depending on size availability another merch item like panties, lightsaber, poster, or calendar could be offered in exchange for the shirt).
👉 For large groups (8+ people), reserve your tickets here
🪑 Seats are assigned upon arrival at the venue on a first-come, first-served basis in the selected zone (Zone A, Zone B, Zone C, Emperor’s Zone, and ADA seats.)

Highlights
🤩 Be transported to a galaxy far, far away, to a world of burlesque fantasy
🌌 Hilarious parody, menacing and risqué dance, and even the droids you're looking for
✨ Your favorite characters are scantily clad, seriously sultry and live on stage
⭐ Previously sold out in Seattle, Portland, Washington DC, New York, San Diego, LA, Detroit, and more

General Info
📅 Date: from October 2025
🕒 Time:
- Wednesdays & Thursdays: 7:30 p.m.
- Fridays: 7 p.m.
- Saturdays: 7 p.m., and 9:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 4 p.m.
⏳ Duration: 2 hours including a 15-minute intermission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime
📍 Location: Herberger Theater Center
👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID
♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant
💰 Price: ticket prices will start at $39
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are looking for, and much, much more! Don't miss out and get your tickets now for The Empire Strips Back in Phoenix!
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Media Reviews
💬 “I’m forever changed. An enormous success. One of the most memorable and impressive live performances I’ve ever seen." - SFGate
💬 "Probably the most fun I've had at a show all year! A must-see." - WeLiveEntertainment
💬 “Star Wars fans, this is the show you’re looking for.” - Reno Gazette Journal
Disclaimer: This is a parody production. Star Wars and its characters are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd or Lucasfilm Ltd. This production is not sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Disney, Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd, Lucasfilm Ltd or any of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and/or third party licensors.

User reviews

4.9 /5
based on 288 reviews
  • The entire show was absolutely fantastic! The jokes were hilarious and the dancing amazing!
  • A great show Very entertaining
  • The most fun I've had all year! Both sexy and hysterical 😄
  • A very entertaining show. The cast was nothing short of exceptional!
  • Very funny and sexy. An entertaining evening worth every penny!
  • Excellent production! Sexy and funny all rolled into one.
  • This show was so fun! Sexy, engaging and just a blast!
  • The show was absolutely phenomenal! I’ve been dancing for over 30 years and these dancers are incredibly talented. Beautiful show, beautiful people, hilarious at times and overall, an amazing show.
  • Great music, choreography, and host. 10/10 will attend again
  • Excellent show great MC beautiful and talented performers! This was our second time seeing this show and we will be going every year that they are out here in Arizona. Strongly recommend.

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About the venue

Herberger Theater

The Herberger Theater Center is a nonprofit performing arts venue, youth education and arts advocacy foundation, and home to several Valley theater and dance companies as well as its own "HTC Presents...

Getting there

Herberger Theater

222 East Monroe Street, Phoenix, 85004

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  • Entry to the experience
Ticket for 1 person, including:
  • Entry to the experience
Ticket for 1 person, including:
  • Entry to the experience

Getting there

Herberger Theater

222 East Monroe Street, Phoenix, 85004