Ice Show

Ice Show, released by D. Gottlieb & Co. in 1965, captured the glamour and spectacle of professional ice skating performances that were hugely popular during the 1960s. The machine's theme capitalized on the massive public interest in ice skating shows like the Ice Capades and Holiday on Ice, which were at their peak of popularity during this era.

The playfield design featured elegant artwork depicting figure skaters in dynamic poses, with the backglass likely showcasing a grand ice skating performance scene typical of Gottlieb's artistic style of the period. As an electro-mechanical machine, Ice Show would have utilized the standard mechanical scoring reels and chimes that characterized pinball machines of the mid-1960s. The gameplay likely included standard features of the era such as pop bumpers, kick-out holes, and drop targets.

While not one of Gottlieb's most famous titles, Ice Show represents an important snapshot of American entertainment culture of the 1960s, when ice skating shows were a major form of family entertainment. The machine's theme selection demonstrates how pinball manufacturers of the era sought to capitalize on popular entertainment trends, creating games that would resonate with the public's interests.