Whispers of Ketchikan Burlesque Experience with Live Music

The show was AMAZING! From the music to the entertainment, EVERYTHING was so much fun! I recommend this experience to everyone (over 18 years old)! The narrative history of the area was a bonus! I would definitely return to see the show!

A great show. Top rate musicians! Local talent…and talent it is!!! Ketchikan history with a flair. Good drinks. Good stories. Good music.

This venue was so much more than I expected. So warm, welcoming, creative and cozy. Everyone I interacted with was awesome. The space was small but so well done. The performance was deliciously spicy and the live music added so much. The bar staff was awesome and the shop was well curated. I can't recommend The Red Lantern highly enough.

Burlesque mixed with some local history of the town. First rate cast and live band. Don't hesitate to go and see. A lot of fun!!

Great show! Easy access to walk to right from ships port. Entertainment was awesome and the gift shop was so neat.

Awesome experience!! The cast, and crew are amazing. This is a definite must see.

An incredible atmosphere speak easy vibes as you step through the velvet curtains into another world with dancers and musicians from Ketchikan bootlegging days!

I wasn’t quite sure what to expect walking into the Red Lantern, but I left thoroughly impressed. The show strikes a rare balance between entertainment and education, bringing Ketchikan’s colorful history to life through live music, storytelling, comedy, and incredibly talented performers. The intimate speakeasy atmosphere makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time, and the cast’s passion for both the performance and local history shines through from start to finish. The live band was fantastic, the costumes were beautiful, and the entire production felt polished while still maintaining a uniquely local charm. Whether you’re a visitor looking for something beyond the typical cruise excursion or a local wanting to experience a different side of Ketchikan’s history, this show is absolutely worth your time. One of the most unique and memorable entertainment experiences I’ve had in Southeast Alaska. Highly recommended.

The Red Lantern's summer burlesque experience, "Whispers of Ketchikan," was the best (and most titillating!) history tour I've been on yet. The live band set the mood and the show's Emcee took us on a whirlwind ride through Ketchikan's prohibition history and the community's legends throughout the years; the performers were talented, funny, hot, and some even performed their own (skilled) live vocals during their numbers. The cocktails were strong and tasty and the venue itself was gorgeous... after walking up the stairs, it felt like I'd been transported to a secret second-floor speakeasy with velvet cushions and crystal chandeliers. Ambiance on point. On the way out, I stopped at their boutique. They had a wide variety of toys and even lingerie for all bodies, flirty accessories and games, a great pregnancy/maternity selection, as well as books, jewelry, stickers, and bath/body goodies. Local artists were featured also!

I live in Ketchikan and took a friend who was visiting me to see the show! Just so damn much fun, you will love it!