Chippendales, the iconic male dance revue, is relocating to the Linq on the Las Vegas Strip after a successful 22-year run at the Rio. Their final performance at the Rio will be on New Year's Eve, with the new venue opening on January 14 in Mat Franco's theater.

The move marks a return to the Caesars Entertainment family for the troupe, which has sold over 1 million tickets and performed approximately 9,000 shows at the Rio since 2001. The new venue at the Linq Theater offers an increased capacity of 575 seats, compared to the Rio's 400-seat theater.

This relocation comes amid significant changes for the dance company. In October 2023, the dancers announced their intention to unionize, citing concerns over wages and lack of health benefits. The Actor's Equity Association has filed an Unfair Labor Practices complaint with the National Labor Relations Board, alleging retaliation against dancers involved in unionization efforts.

The show's new schedule at the Linq will run Tuesday through Sunday at 9 p.m., with additional 11 p.m. shows on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.com, ranging from $57.96 to $117.95.

Chippendales, which pioneered the all-male dance revue format for female audiences in 1979, continues to be a popular attraction for bachelorette parties and other celebrations in Las Vegas. This move to a prime Strip location at the Linq represents a significant upgrade for the long-running show.

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