Bangkok Calypso Ladyboy Cabaret Live – Asiatique
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Calypso Cabaret is one of Bangkok’s most iconic and vibrant live entertainment shows, celebrating Thai culture through dazzling performances by incredibly talented transgender artists. Located at Asiatique The Riverfront, the show features stunning costumes, impressive choreography, and lively musical numbers that blend traditional Thai dance with modern pop and Broadway flair. With state-of-the-art lighting and sound, Calypso offers a fun, family-friendly evening full of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable moments — a must-see for anyone visiting Bangkok.
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Step into the world of glitter, glamour, and jaw-dropping performances at the iconic Calypso Cabaret Show in Bangkok. Held at the vibrant Asiatique The Riverfront, this high-energy show features talented transgender performers in a spectacular blend of dance, drama, comedy, and song — all set to dazzling lights and extravagant costumes.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children aged 11 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Calypso Cabaret is family-friendly entertainment. Some scenes may include 'swimsuit equivalent' outfits, but there is no nudity. However, to avoid possible disturbance to other audience members, children under 5 years not permitted
- All seats are arranged automatically via first come first serve basis. However if you have a special request - such as wheelchair - we will arrange a special seat for you
- From most hotels, the easiest way to get to Calypso is take BTS Sky Train to Saphan Taksin Station and then use exit 2. Walk to the pier and take the shuttle boat to Asiatique. Boats leave every 10 minutes. Boat trip approximately 10 minutes
- After the show, guests have the choice to take photos with the performers. If you choose to do so, a tip of approximately 100 Baht per performer is appreciated as a gesture of thanks.
Reviews(32)
The show was incredible, amazing costumes, dancing and food
Dear Bridget F, Thank you so much for the spectacular review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had an incredible time at the Calypso Ladyboy Cabaret. Our performers pour so much passion into their dancing, and our production team takes immense pride in creating those vibrant, dazzling costumes. It is wonderful to know that both the live performance and the dining experience combined to give you such an unforgettable evening at Asiatique! Thank you for choosing I Asia Thailand to host your evening. We hope to welcome you back for more spectacular entertainment on your next visit to Bangkok! Warm regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Thoroughly enjoyed the show. The performers are very talented and beautiful. Good mix of different costumes and music. Nice venue.
Dear Jill B, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled that you found the Calypso Cabaret to be a 'polished and professional' experience. Our performers work incredibly hard on their choreography and talent, and we are glad you enjoyed the diverse mix of music and costumes we’ve curated for the show. Asiatique is a wonderful venue, and we’re happy it added to your overall enjoyment. We hope to welcome you back for another spectacular evening soon! Best regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
It was fantastic . Just go. Beautiful costumes and sooo much talent. A beautiful venue. You can order drinks and food also.
Hi Rochelle, Thank you for the glowing recommendation! We are thrilled that you had such a fantastic time at Calypso. 'Just go' is the best advice we could give! Our performers put so much heart into their talent and those intricate costumes, so it’s wonderful to hear they made such an impression on you. Being located at Asiatique, we love that our guests can enjoy the beautiful venue along with great food and drinks for a complete night out. We hope to welcome you back for another spectacular performance soon! Best regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
This was a lame show. Playback singing, bad dancing. Costumes where okay.
Dear Ingo, Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we are glad you found the costumes to be okay, we are sorry to hear that the performance style was not what you were expecting. The Calypso Cabaret is a traditional Thai ladyboy show that focuses on the art of lip-syncing, theatrical impersonation, and grand costume changes—a style of entertainment that has been celebrated at Asiatique for many years. We understand that this classic cabaret format may not appeal to everyone, especially those looking for live vocals or modern contemporary dance. We appreciate your honesty, as it helps other travelers decide if this specific style of cultural entertainment is the right fit for their evening. We hope you found other highlights to enjoy during your time at Asiatique. Best regards, Paul
Disabled friendly. Looks like a fashion show, singing and walking on the stage with background music, no special dancing . Show can be watch from any seat, doesn't have to get the first rows. It runs for about an hour. Snacks and drinks available. Place is nice but seats are uncomfortable. If you pay more you get a couch. I would say that recommended only you have spare time.
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your visit to Calypso Cabaret at Asiatique. We are pleased to hear that you found our venue to be disabled-friendly, as we strive to ensure our performances are accessible to all guests. We appreciate your observations regarding the style of our show. Our production is designed to be a "Cabaret" in the classic sense, focusing on the glamour, costumes, and the art of the "Ladyboy" persona, which often resembles a theatrical fashion showcase. We understand, however, that some guests may be looking for more high-energy choreography. Regarding your comments on seating comfort, we appreciate the honest feedback. We do offer our premium couch seating for those looking for an upgraded experience, but we will certainly take your comments about our standard seating into account for future improvements. We are glad you noted that our theater offers excellent visibility from every angle, allowing guests to enjoy the show without needing to be in the very first rows. Thank you again for your patronage and for recommending us to those with spare time at Asiatique. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Bangkok! Thanks, Paul
It was great when we could actually see … we had tall people in front of us and 3 of us were trying to squeeze in between these ignorant people in front of us
Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are glad to hear that you found the show itself to be "great," but we are sincerely sorry that your view was obstructed during the performance. The seating at Calypso is designed to provide an intimate, theater-style experience, but we understand how frustrating it is when taller guests or inconsiderate behavior in the rows ahead impact your sightlines. Our team always strives to ensure every guest has a clear view of the stage. For future visits, we recommend mentioning any visibility issues to our floor staff or the venue ushers immediately. Often, if there are open seats available, the team is more than happy to help relocate you so you can enjoy the spectacular choreography and costumes without any distractions. We appreciate your patience and hope that, despite the seating challenges, the talent of our performers left a positive impression on you! Warm regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
My husband and I were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the show. The costumes were outstanding and beautiful..... The show was very entertaining. We went to the box office and upgrade our tickets saving a bit too ...
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are delighted that you and your husband were pleasantly surprised by the show. Our performers put a lot of heart into the choreography and those 'outstanding' costumes, so we’ll be sure to share your compliments with them. We're also glad you were able to take advantage of the ticket upgrade at the box office! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Good show good performance really interesting nice theater nice crowd easy access well organized professional
Hi Shan, Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the performance and found the show interesting and well-organized. We take great pride in our theater at Asiatique and work hard to ensure every guest has a professional and 'easy access' experience. We hope the energy of the show was a highlight of your time in Bangkok! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
I went there twice, beautiful choreography and costumes, very good artists and able to create a remarkable energy. EXTRA RECOMMENDED 👏👏👏
Ciao Roberto, Thank you so much for visiting us twice! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the energy, choreography, and costumes of our performers. It is a pleasure to have such loyal guests. We look forward to seeing you for a third time! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
A flamboyant and very entertaining show with fabulous costumes and performances. We had the Thai menu beforehand after our ferryboat ride on the Chao Praya river as the sun went down. Absolutely loved it!
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the flamboyant performances and fabulous costumes at Calypso. It sounds like you had the perfect evening—there is truly nothing like a sunset ferry ride on the Chao Phraya followed by a traditional Thai dinner to set the stage for the show. We are so happy you absolutely loved the experience and hope to welcome you back to Asiatique again soon! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
