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Tape Face Live
With his electric-shock hairstyle, striped shirt and strip of black tape across his mouth, the performer known as Tape Face can't help but leave an impression on audiences. Yet what makes this modern-day master of mime and comedy truly remarkable is the wonder, whimsy and weirdness that fill his one-of-a-kind performances.
Tape Face's appearances on America's Got Talent in 2016 introduced wider audiences to this New Zealand talent. Tape Face is the creation of Sam Wills, who began his performing career as an aspiring clown while a teenager. Drawing from his love of circus, vaudeville and prop comedy, he developed a character that took the art of mime in bold new directions. A hit at the Melbourne Comedy Festival in 2008, Wills' show The Boy with Tape on His Face marked the first major success for the stage persona that he'd later present at such events as the BBC Comedy Prom at London's Royal Albert Hall.
Shortening his name to Tape Face, Wills became one of the standout performers on season 11 of America's Got Talent, advancing to the finals without ever speaking a word. The viral success of his performances led to his first headlining appearances on the Las Vegas Strip. After two hit limited engagements, he began a multiyear residency at Harrah's Las Vegas in 2018. Visitors to the specially built House of Tape will discover a show like nothing else on the Strip.
Tape Face Background
A modern-day master of mime and comedy, Tape Face is the silent stage alter ego of New Zealand's Sam Wills. Wills' signature creation began in his youth in the town of Timaru, where he studied the art of clowning and other performance traditions. After moving to the Christchurch area and establishing himself in New Zealand's comedy scene, he combined elements of circus performing, vaudeville, and prop and shock comedy to create his unique brand of entertainment.
In 2008, Wills introduced Australian audiences to the instantly indelible title character of The Boy with Tape on His Face, a show that became a breakout at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. He also gained fans in the U.K. when he performed the character on TV shows and at live events such as the BBC Comedy Prom in London's Royal Albert Hall and the iconic Royal Variety Performance.
Tape Face's hilarious routines and feats on season 11 of America's Got Talent made Wills' creation a viral phenomenon and an international sensation. On the heels of his AGT performances and his live and TV appearances in many countries, Wills came to Las Vegas for two hit engagements at Harrah's Las Vegas in 2017. The following year, he began his residency at the specially built House of Tape.
Up close, personal and very entertaining! Interaction and audience participation was outstanding. Can't wait to bring my friends back! Pictures after the show really showed that Tape appreciates his audience! And Phyllis added the right amount of sophistication as the supporting cast! Thanks for an outstanding evening.
Americas got talent finalist Tape Face does not disappoint. His facial expressions and body language keep the show moving and speak volumes to get his punch lines across. The show only runs a little longer then an hour but he has me laughing for most of it.
The show has a lot of audience participation. Lots of fun got to get a photo with him after the show.
Fun, interactive show.I haven't laughed like this in a long time. I really liked the venue. small and cozy. He and his supporting castmates are all funny and really make a good show. We saw several other acts - Its Vegas after all - but Tape Face was the best by a good margin.
Absolutely worth every penny! Tons of audience participation. Brilliant show!
Audience participation was hilarious. Not an expensive ticket. I’ve paid over $600 for my family to watch other shows, paid 1/3 for Tape Face and was way more entertaining.
My 15 year old daughter has been bugging me for months to go to this show. I finally caved in and took her. I have not seen her smile or laugh like that in years. That by its self was worth it, however the show is advertised as the funniest in Vegas and its 100% true. This is a must see in Vegas!
It is sooo funny. A great show. So much creativity. I can only highly recommend
For a guy who doesn’t say a single word, this show was still very entertaining. Audience participation makes the show. Tape Face did a great job keeping us entertained.
We saw Tapeface on AGT and loved every act he did (we were rooting for him to win!!). Imagine our delight upon finding out that he was performing in Vegas during our vacation. We booked tickets right away and the show was AMAZING. The whole family loved it. I'm so happy that he's finding success in his career. Recommend +++++
Excellent performance. Loved the small venue. I would highly recommended this show.
Great show! Laughed for an hour and a half. Loved the audience participation. Must see.
Lots of aidience interaction and hilarious show. One of the best shows to see in Vegas
Wasn’t sure what to expect given the advertisement and unsure how to be entertained with silence. However, the show is full of engagement and laughter ! 100 percent recommend !
From the moment we got to our seats we were entertained. Tape face did not disappoint! He has been my favorite since AGT and he was worth every penny. U could tell he just loves making people laugh and be happy!! Can’t wait to take my family members here for there bdays love love love!!!
This was super funny and entertaining. One of my fav shows.
This show is well worth the time out of the casino. From the beginning opener, Tyler the comedian/magician to Tape Face, I hadn’t been this entertained in a long time. This show is audience interactive and will keep you laughing the entire hour and a half. It’s such a smart, simple, extremely funny time. After knowing Tape Face from AGT, to getting to be so up close was amazing. I will definitely see the show again on my next visit to Vegas!
Tapeface is totally unique and original. His show relies completely on audience participation with hilarious results. Go see him and bring all of your friends!
Best show in vegas! Not exactly family friendly fun, but the jokes are subtle. I laughed until I cried. 10/10 would attend again.
I really didn't know what to expect as being from the UK, I'd never seen anything about Tapeface before. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!! I won't spoil it for the reader - but just GO and see him. You won't be disappointed ;)
