It’s been almost nine months since Les Folies Bergere at the Tropicana was shut down.  It’s still amazing to me that so many tourists probably have no idea what they’re missing, the real showgirl shows are so rare nowadays and Folies ended just before it’s 50th anniversary, which is this Dec 2009. I feel like my art is so important now to help preserve the classic, beautiful image of the showgirl and Las Vegas in it’s heyday.

I was very honored to present Jerry Jackson, creator, choreographer and director of the show since 1975, with one of my sculptures on closing night for the show. It is titled “Express Yourself” and not only imitates one of his famous poses from the show, but is clothed in a tiny reproduction of one of the famous costumes he designed.  (a photo with Jackson and my self which is on the site under follies – would like that photo linked to my web site)   ( which will be 2 pictures of ‘Express Your Self’ the Sculpture & Painting, over a link back to web site) The beauty of Las Vegas and it’s showgirls won’t be forgotten with these timeless creations of art!

Being a former dancer and backstage painter myself, Jerry Jackson gave me the honor of recreating scenes from the show Les Folies Bergere and many of the show girls in portraits. To see more of my collection, please go to my web site where you can see more Vegas showgirl history, via a UNLV link