Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket
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Based on 56 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket worth booking?
Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $36 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 56 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (56)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $36 per person
Experience the ultimate all request rock n' roll party in the heart of New York! Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with singing, laughter, drinks, dancing, and pure entertainment. Prepare for an interactive
What you get
- Live entertainment
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
About this experience
Experience the ultimate all request rock n' roll party in the heart of New York! Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with singing, laughter, drinks, dancing, and pure entertainment. Prepare for an interactive experience like no other. As 2 of the top piano entertainers in NYC play all your favorites from Billy Joel to Bon Jovi to Britney Spears. Join in the sing-alongs, laugh along with with roasts, toasts, games and shot-giveaways. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, a bachelorette party, or simply having a night out with friends, we create an electric atmosphere that suits groups of any size, from 2 to 200. Choose from a customized menu of Mediterranean delights (at own expense). Bar service is available all night long. Get ready to sing, dance, and rock the night away!
What's included
Included
- Live entertainment
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
What began in New Orleans almost a hundred years ago has finally made it's way to New York City! The interactive event that combines a rock concert, a comedy show and a cabaret - it's dueling pianos. No two shows are ever the same because you make it different every night. Come party the night away in our exclusive show room, with table-side service bringing you the heartiest food, and the tastiest drinks. Celebrating a special occasion in NYC? There's no more unique way to toast your guest of honor that at this one-of-a-kind show. These performers can play almost any song you can think of, and there are prizes all night long for the loudest tables, craziest dancers, and smartest music lovers. There's no experience in NYC like Shake Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Saturdays
The all request, rock n roll party where YOU pick the playlist! Come sing-along, dance-along, laugh-along and drink-along, ALL NIGHT LONG, to ALL your favorite songs!
March 3
The same all-request, rock n roll party that has been SOLD OUT in NYC since 2010, presented immediately following the Billy Joel concert at Madison Square Garden, right next door!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shake Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years (must have valid photo ID)
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years (must have valid photo ID)
- Two Item (food or beverage) Minimum Per Person
- Your tickets will be held at the theater box office for collection on the day of the performance - exchange your voucher here
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 56 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
56 verified traveler reviews for Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Pianists were amazingly...
Pianists were amazingly talented and put on a high energy show for three hours nonstop. Really get the audience going. It was fantastic!
Response from the operator: Hi Joy! Thanks so much for coming to our SOLD OUT Dueling Pianos show! We look forward to seeing you with us again soon!
via Viator
A must do experience!
DUELING PIANOS NYC LIVE! (Chelsea Table & Stage) - FRONT ROW TABLE SEATING Arrived from the UK very late the night before; husband and I, my son aged 21 and his 22 year old girlfriend, and my other 23 year old son. The young adults weren’t up for it as they’d had a really long day seeing sunrise at DUMBO etc. so the idea of wining and dining with live entertainment at 10pm for something their mum had booked was off putting to them. However, as there was no option of cancellation/refund, they decided to join so I wasn’t out of pocket and we ALL had the time of our lives! The guys performing are so talented and the concept behind the show, brilliant! Their quick witted banter and comedy timing as well as their ability to engage the audience, sing and play anything and everything was off the charts! Really impressive work and a real highlight of the holiday for us! We paid extra to sit closer to the action and it was worthwhile but would’ve preferred the larger venue but it wasn’t available for our visit. Stayed until the 1am finish and could’ve gone on!
via Tripadvisor
Nice but be Prepared to Pay per Song
Nice experience , great musical talent but they don't really advertise how it works. You pay for tickets to attend and then in order to request a song you must also pay per song. And a lot of the crowd work is about getting us to compete for song selection so it can leave a "I'm being milked" feel which can taint the overall super entertaining and great musical talent of the hosts. Also, if someone pays a dollar more than you and doesn't want to hear your song , you can get bumped which is wild to me since you just paid. Overall, nice thing to experience but wish they would ease up on the money money money feel. There are other piano bar, requests rooms where the room isn't driven so much by that.
Response from the operator: Hi - thanks for coming to our sold out show! We're thrilled you enjoyed the show, and we'd love to address your comments - At any piano bar, anywhere in the world - songs are accompanied by a tip to the performers. That's universal. As to Dueling Pianos, the "dueling" of the show is precisely what you describe - the audience is entirely in charge of the show. The audience decides what songs to play and what songs to stop - that has been Dueling Pianos for over 50 years, all across the USA, at hundreds of dueling pianos shows. It is a show BUILT on audience interaction and participation - completely unscripted, and NEVER the same twice! It's not about money, it's about giving the audience FULL control of the experience. The show is explained, for those who are new to Dueling Pianos, right at the start of the evening. In fact, we do it twice to make sure everyone knows what Dueling Pianos is. We hope this helps for your next visit! Thanks again!
via Tripadvisor
Not the evening we thought it would be
This wasn't the evening we expected, but perhaps we should have read up on it a bit more. After paying for entrance, drinks and food, we didn't expect to pay for song requests. It seemed like the main focus for tje evening was for the pianists to raise as much money from the audience as possible
Response from the operator: Hi Alison! Thanks for coming to our sold out show. We appreciate your comments - and yes, for any piano bar, anywhere in the world, song requests are always accompanied by a "tip" for the performer - its how they make their living. We look forward to seeing you back with us again soon!
via Viator
Friendly competition that will have you laughing and singing all night
Mark, Sean & CJ gave us such an amazing night! They all knew how to get the crowd involved and create a sense of playful competition for music that got us all interacting with one another. The show was so much better than we ever anticipated it being and it was a great value for so much fun! I spent a good deal of money on the song requests but it’s the best money I spent on my whole trip so I regret nothing! I will definitely be back myself and I’m looking forward to bringing many people that I know because when I tell the story of the night, everyone can’t wait for their turn to see Dueling Pianos! Special thanks for entertaining my love for Green Day and my distaste for country 🤣
Response from the operator: Hey Erica! Our punk rock queen! You guys were a blast! We're so happy you enjoyed the show (and all those fun requests you sent up!) We look forward to seeing you both back with us again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $36 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 56 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket?
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Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Skip the Line: Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos Show Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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