The Mentalist at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino

Magic gets personal here. The Mentalist at Planet Hollywood mixes comedy, mind reading, and stage magic in a small theater where Gerry McCambridge works directly with the audience. I like the close-up feel and the steady audience participation, which can make the one-hour show feel less like a performance watched from a distance and more like a shared game.

I also like the price. At about $42 per person, it is one of the more approachable evening shows on the Las Vegas Strip, especially when compared with larger productions. The main caution is the adult tone: the show is recommended for ages 16 and older because of language and sexual innuendo, and you should be ready for the possibility of being called on to participate.

Key points before you book

• Gerry McCambridge leads the show: Expect a mix of comedy, magic, and mentalism, with names, memories, wishes, and personal details appearing on stage.
• The small V Theater matters: Its compact layout helps the audience feel involved, though seating arrangements may not always match the diagram shown at booking.
• Participation is central: You may watch someone else reveal a thought, or you may find yourself under the spotlight.
• The location is easy to pair with dinner: V Theater sits inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, surrounded by more than 170 stores and places to eat.
• The show lasts about one hour: That makes it easy to fit between dinner, shopping, casino time, or another evening plan.
• Plan for age-appropriate humor: The material is recommended for people 16 and older, and it is not the best pick if you want a clean children’s show.

Finding The Mentalist inside Planet Hollywood

The show takes place at V Theater, inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino. The ticket redemption point is the V Theater Box Office at 3663 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Suite 360, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109.

The location is useful because you do not have to build your evening around a remote theater. You can eat, shop, and get a drink in the same complex. That convenience is a real part of the value, especially if you are staying somewhere along the Strip and want an easy night without arranging a taxi or hotel transfer.

Give yourself enough time to find the theater. Planet Hollywood and Miracle Mile Shops cover a lot of ground, and casino interiors are not designed for quick navigation. The box office opens at 11 a.m. and is listed as open until 9:30 p.m., though hours can change. You need to pick up the tickets with a valid photo ID for the lead person on the booking at least 30 minutes before the 7:30 p.m. show.

Seating begins 15 minutes before showtime. I would not cut this close. Arriving early gives you time to locate the box office, collect your tickets, and settle in without turning the opening minutes into a small personal crisis.

What the one-hour show actually offers

The Mentalist is built around three ingredients: magic, comedy, and mind reading. Gerry McCambridge moves between them rather than presenting a straight magic act or a serious psychological demonstration.

The mind-reading sections are the main draw. The show may involve names, hometowns, anniversaries, hopes, fears, or other pieces of information supplied by audience members. The effect works best when you stop trying to solve every method and pay attention to the reaction in the room.

That does not mean every moment will land equally well for every person. Mentalism depends partly on your willingness to play along. If you enjoy trying to spot techniques, verbal cues, or stagecraft, you may spend as much time analyzing the act as enjoying it. If you prefer to relax and let the mystery sit there, the show can be more satisfying.

Comedy keeps the tone light. This is important because a full hour of serious mind-reading could feel heavy or repetitive. McCambridge uses humor to keep the audience involved, and the comic moments help the bigger reveals feel less formal.

The magic gives the act another layer. Some people are drawn to the impossible tricks, while others care more about the personal nature of the mentalism. The combination gives the show enough variety to hold attention from start to finish, at least for most audiences.

Audience participation is not a side feature

You are not simply buying a seat and watching a performer work with a few volunteers. Participation is a major part of The Mentalist.

Audience members may be asked to provide information, answer questions, come on stage, or take part from their seats. Several people may be involved during the hour, and the show is designed to make the room feel connected to what is happening.

That is good news if you enjoy interactive entertainment. It also means you should think twice before booking if you strongly dislike public attention. One of the show’s running jokes is that people with private secrets may want to keep a low profile, though the performance is entertainment rather than an actual attempt to expose your personal life.

The chance of being included is also part of the fun for many people. You may arrive expecting to watch someone else, then find yourself wondering if McCambridge will choose your row. That uncertainty gives the show energy that a fully scripted stage production may not have.

If you are shy, you do not have to volunteer eagerly. Still, I would not book this show expecting to remain completely invisible. Participation can happen throughout the room, and the performer’s connection with the audience is one of the reasons the compact theater works so well.

Why the small V Theater helps

V Theater is located in the Miracle Mile Shops, not in a huge arena or a sprawling show hall. The smaller room is one of the strongest features of this experience.

A compact theater can make mentalism more convincing because you can see the people involved and follow the action without feeling far away. It also lets McCambridge address the audience directly. The room becomes part of the act instead of just a container for the stage.

There is a tradeoff. Seating layouts shown during booking may not always look exactly the same once you arrive. One account also noted that people who booked separately did not always end up sitting together, although the small room made that less troublesome.

If sitting next to your companion is essential, check the seating terms carefully and arrive early. If you are separated by a few seats, the intimate layout may soften the problem, but it is still worth treating seating as a practical detail rather than an afterthought.

The room’s mood can also vary with the audience. A lively crowd can add momentum. A quieter crowd may make the show feel less charged. That is normal for interactive comedy and mentalism, where the performer feeds off reactions.

The Miracle Mile setting makes a complete evening easy

You can treat The Mentalist as a stand-alone hour or as one part of a longer night at Planet Hollywood.

Miracle Mile Shops has more than 170 stores and eateries. That gives you plenty of options before or after the show, from a quick meal to a longer dinner and a little browsing. The theater’s location is particularly handy for couples and small groups who want to keep plans simple.

Drinks are available from the Showgirl Bar outside the theater. You may bring those drinks into the showroom, but outside food and drinks are not allowed. Beverages cost extra, so include that in your evening budget.

The casino also offers food, drinks, and other entertainment, though prices in Strip casinos can rise quickly once tax and service charges appear. The show ticket itself is modest, but a full Planet Hollywood evening can cost more than the advertised $42 if you add dinner, drinks, gaming, and shopping.

I like the option to keep spending under control. You can simply attend the show, then walk through the shops. Or you can use the location to build a full night without paying for another attraction.

Is $42 a good value?

At approximately $42 per person, The Mentalist offers a fairly good entertainment value for Las Vegas. The show lasts about an hour, and the ticket includes the selected seating category and the box office service fee.

The value is strongest if you want something more personal than a large production but less expensive than a premium Strip show. You are paying for live interaction, not elaborate scenery, dancers, special effects, or a long running time.

One hour can feel short if you want a major theatrical event. One person found the performance so enjoyable that a longer show would have been welcome. I see the shorter length as both a limit and an advantage: it may leave you wanting more, but it also fits neatly into a busy Las Vegas schedule.

The cost works especially well for a couple, friends, or a family with older teenagers. At $42 each, a group of four still has a manageable ticket total compared with many headline attractions. Just remember that food, drinks, parking, and casino spending are separate.

The show has received a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 2,268 ratings, and 94 percent of customers recommend it. Those numbers suggest strong general satisfaction, but they do not erase the usual personal taste issue. If you dislike audience participation, profanity, or performers who spend time talking about their own career, the value may feel weaker.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend The Mentalist to you if you like live comedy that asks you to pay attention. It suits people who enjoy trying to figure out how a trick works, then giving up when the explanation refuses to appear.

It is also a good pick for:

• Couples who want a low-cost evening show
• Friends looking for something unusual between casino stops
• Families with older teenagers
• Solo visitors who do not mind the chance of being included
• Anyone who wants a one-hour activity near restaurants and shops

The show may not suit young children. The official age guidance recommends 16 and older because of language, and some material includes sexual innuendo. One family found it workable for children aged 12, 14, and 16, but also noted the bad language. I would follow the stated guidance rather than assume the content will be family-friendly.

You should also consider your mood. The act can be a lot of fun when you are willing to play along. If you want quiet, polished illusion with no personal jokes or direct audience contact, another Las Vegas show may suit you better.

What the strongest reactions get right

The most consistent praise centers on three things: the humor, the interaction, and the mystery.

The comedy matters because it keeps the performance from becoming a string of similar demonstrations. People who expected a dry mind-reading act were often surprised by how much humor Gerry brings to the stage.

The interaction is strongest in the smaller room. The audience is not just used as decoration. People contribute information, take part in demonstrations, and sometimes appear on stage. One particularly memorable experience involved a coworker being selected, with the participant convinced she had not been contacted before the show.

The mystery lasts after the curtain call. Several people described leaving still unable to work out how McCambridge had done the tricks. That is a useful test for a mentalism show: you do not need to believe in supernatural powers, but you should leave with a few puzzles that keep working on your mind.

The show also has an approachable feel. It is not presented as a solemn lecture on psychology. Gerry’s personal background is worked into the performance, and the team of Gerry and Maya has been praised for creating an entertaining night together.

The drawbacks you should weigh

The main drawback is the adult humor. Profanity and sexual references can appear, so I would not choose this for a younger family simply because the word magic appears in the description.

The one-hour length may also feel brief. If you want a grand evening production with a large cast and extensive staging, The Mentalist is a different kind of night out.

A third consideration is style. The performance includes personal promotion and references to McCambridge’s reputation and television appearances. Some people may enjoy that confidence, while others may find it self-important. Your reaction will depend on how much performer personality you like in a magic show.

Finally, seating may not unfold exactly as expected. The theater is small, which helps, but the arrangement shown when booking may not perfectly reflect the final setup. Pick up your tickets early, and do not assume that separately booked seats will automatically be together.

Timing, tickets, and cancellation advice

The listed start time is 7:30 p.m. Pick up your tickets at the V Theater Box Office at least 30 minutes before the show, and remember that seating begins 15 minutes before the performance.

Confirmation is provided at booking. Public transportation is nearby, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You arrange your own way to Planet Hollywood.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes made inside that window are not accepted. The cut-off uses local Las Vegas time.

The experience also requires good weather. If the show is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered another date or a full refund. That policy is unusual for an indoor theater event, so check the terms attached to your booking if weather is a concern.

Should you book The Mentalist?

I would book The Mentalist if you want an affordable, interactive Las Vegas show with a small-room feel. The combination of Gerry McCambridge’s comedy, mind-reading, and magic gives you more variety than the title alone suggests, and the Planet Hollywood location makes the evening easy to plan.

Book it with realistic expectations. This is not a child-focused show, not a huge theatrical production, and not a guaranteed escape from being noticed. You should be comfortable with adult language and the possibility of participating.

For couples, friends, solo visitors, and families with older teenagers, it is a strong value at around $42. Pick up your tickets early, allow time to cross the casino and shops, and plan a meal or drink nearby. If you are happy to be part of the experiment, The Mentalist is a smart way to add a little uncertainty to a Las Vegas night.

FAQ

Where is The Mentalist located?

The Mentalist is performed at V Theater inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The ticket redemption point is the V Theater Box Office at 3663 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Suite 360.

What time does the show start?

The listed start time is 7:30 p.m. Seating begins 15 minutes before showtime.

How early should I collect my tickets?

You should collect your tickets at the V Theater Box Office at least 30 minutes before the show. A valid photo ID is required for the lead person on the booking.

How long does The Mentalist last?

The performance lasts approximately one hour.

Is The Mentalist suitable for children?

The show is recommended for people aged 16 and older because it includes language and sexual innuendo. It is not presented as a young children’s show.

Can I buy a drink at the theater?

Yes. Drinks are available for purchase at the Showgirl Bar outside the theater, and those drinks may be brought into the showroom. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the show for a full refund. Cancellations and changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.