Category Archives: Performances
Dance in the Desert Festival in Las Vegas
The 11th annual Dance in the Desert Festival is coming to Las Vegas. The roster includes local and visiting dance artists presenting cutting edge choreography and stirring works to delight every dance aficionado. In 1999 the first annual Las Vegas … Continue reading
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Shock Rocker Marilyn Manson Craves New Las Vegas Gig
Shock rocker Marilyn Manson may have been out of the spotlight for the past few years but he will take center stage at The Joint next month. Manson, 40, whose real name is Brian Warner, will appear at the Hard … Continue reading
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Burners Circle Mutant Wagons in Las Vegas
As a prelude to the huge Burning Man event in Black Rock City in Nevada on August 31 through September 7, the Southern Nevada burners on the First Friday event on August 7 in Las Vegas will be setting up … Continue reading
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Ludacris to Perform Free Show in Las Vegas
In a special promotion with Miller Lite, the Palms Casino Resort and N9NE Group in Las Vega, hip-hop superstar and R&B favorite Ludacris will perform a special concert at the Palms Pool & Bungalows Friday, August 21 at 8 p.m. … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson’s Music to be Celebrated in Las Vegas ‘Birthday’ Performance
For one performance only, Las Vegas ’ top entertainers will come together for a special performance Las Vegas Celebrates the Music of Michael Jackson on Saturday, August 29, 2009, at 3 p.m. from The Pearl Concert Theater inside the Palms … Continue reading
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Father & Daughter Tillis Duo Performs in Las Vegas
Pam Tillis, 52, daughter to country music legend Mel Tillis, didn’t always think that country music was cool. In fact, she went the opposite way, preferring to sing pop rock and R&B with her jazz band in San Francisco in the 1980s. … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson Breaking News
Feverishly following up on leads, eight Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) vehicles arrived this morning looking for Michael Jackson medical records at the offices Armstrong Medical Clinic in Houston, one of the clinics used by Michael Jackson’s personal physician, Dr. Conrad … Continue reading
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Jubilee! Celebrates 28 Years of Classic Las Vegas Glitz, Glamour & Glitter
As one of the longest-running shows on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the retro -glam showgirl extravaganza Jubilee! at Bally’s Las Vegas has entertained more than 11 million guests. On July 31 the show celebrates 28 years of gorgeous showgirls, … Continue reading
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Kids Free at Blue Man Group in Las Vegas
Las Vegas locals have another reason to hit the Strip for a little summer entertainment. The Blue Man Group at the Venetian has a locals-only offer - just mention “Kids Free” when buying your full-price ticket and get one children’s ticket … Continue reading
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Peepshow in Las Vegas in Talks with Aubrey O’Day to Play Peep Diva
Aubrey O’ Day, late of “Danity Kane”, Playboy and Hairspray is now in talks to make her Las Vegas debut in the sexy song and dance extravaganza Peepshow at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, playing the role of Peep Diva. … Continue reading
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Carmen Electra Goes Topless in Las Vegas
When Carmen Electra bared all on the “Crazy Horse Paris” stage in Las Vegas last week, it wasn’t because she was told she had to, and it wasn’t because she had been asked to, either. Electra tossed her pasties to the … Continue reading
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Las Vegan ‘Leverage’ Actress Beth Riesgraf Stars as World’s Best Cat Burglar – & More!
Las Vegas Cimarron-Memorial graduate Beth Riesgraf stars as Parker in TNT’s highly popular “Leverage” TV show, playing a cat burglar with unmatched prowess for stealing priceless works of art, a room full of orphans, and even the Hope Diamond- and … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson Benefit Concert & Jackson 5 Show Planned for Las Vegas
A Michael Jackson benefit concert is reportedly being held August 29 at the Palms, on what would have been Jackson’s 51st birthday. Talent planned will “run the gamut from cast member of current shows on the Strip to the big … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Street Performers Ready Courtroom Act
It the not too distant past it was a common and welcome sight to see street performers performing their shtick along the Las Vegas Strip, serving as eye and ear candy for weary travelers traversing the Sin City byways in … Continue reading
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Cher Returning to Big Screen
Caesars Palace headliner Cher is returning to the big screen, after a 10-year absence. She will sing while playing Christina Aguilera’s mother in “Burlesque,” which starts filming in November.
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Pussycat Dolls Creator Announces New Las Vegas Performer Matt Goss
Burlesque Pussycat Doll’s founder and choreographer Robin Antin has a new act coming to Las Vegas. British singer Matt Goss on September 4 will start performing regularly at the Lounge in the Palms Casino & Hotel. Goss was the lead … Continue reading
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Professional Bull Riders Partner with Hard Rock in Las Vegas
The Professional Bull Riders, Inc. (PBR) announced a new partnership with Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The partnership will bring two marquis events to Hard Rock’s brand-new venue, “The Joint,” a 4,000 seat entertainment facility which held … Continue reading
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All Prostitution Doesn’t Involve Sex in Las Vegas
What do exotic and erotic Strip show performers do when not strutting their stuff in Las Vegas? Strut some more, of course. The 96-seat Onyx Theatre in Las Vegas, housed in the back of a sex show in the Commercial … Continue reading
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19-Year-Old Las Vegas Jazz Jam Session Still Wails
West Las Vegas was historically a proving ground for many of a young musician. Ray Anthony, Lionel Hampton, Sy Zenter and others picked a spot at one of the six clubs on Jackson Street in Las Vegas on Monday nights … Continue reading
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Human Nature, Smokey Robinson Take Las Vegas Back to Doo-Wop’n Roots
Human Nature, below, the Australian all male vocal group that formed as a doo-wop band called 4Trax in 1989, while the four boys were still in high school in Sydney, has now turned into a top chart-smashing Motown group that … Continue reading
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Harmon Lounge & Theater Carve Out Badass Live Music Scene in Las Vegas
The 400-seat Harmon Theater’s lounge, located behind Planet Hollywood’s Miracle Mile shops near the corner of Harmon and the Strip in Las Vegas, is just starting to get noticed big time by Las Vegas entertainers of all kinds. The quaint … Continue reading
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Las Vegan Lady Cage Fighter Gina Carano Ready to Rumble
Las Vegas fighter Gina “Conviction” Carano is a 27-year old role model for female mixed martial arts fighters. She’s a superstar with a perfect fighting record and a penchant for marketing herself, being named to Yahoo’s “Top 10 Most Influential … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Illusionist Criss Angel Plans Revolting Trick
Luxor headliner Criss Angel is up to what many would say is a callous, dirty trick. Courting controversy once again, this time it’s for a stunt that’s likely to shock, if not offend, many U.S. troops and their families. Angel, … Continue reading
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Magician Lance Burton to Perform Six More Years in Las Vegas
After breaking his right foot during a show in May [previous Las Vegas Backstage Access article], magician Lance Burton is staying on the Las Vegas Strip for another six years. Burton and the Monte Carlo hotel-casino said yesterday that they … Continue reading
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Kitsch Rules: Live Rock ‘N Roll Music Plays Every Mile Down Las Vegas Strip Marathon
The Las Vegas Marathon has long been a tradition in the Las Vegas Valley, but now the large national and international appealing race, along with the race course, is getting a whole new makeover under new leadership. The Las Vegas Rock N’ … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Headliner, Impressionist Fred Travelana Dies
Yet another great entertainer has been sadly taken from us… Impressionist Fred Travalena, a headliner in many Las Vegas showrooms and a regular on late-night talk shows with his takes on presidents, crooners and screen stars, has died in Los … Continue reading
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702.tv Launches in Las Vegas
702.tv recently launched in Las Vegas its new Web and TV product from Greenspun Interactive. “News never looked so good,” touts the tagline of 702.tv’s promotional ads, a tongue-in-cheek reference to the show’s non-traditional approach to news. Rob Curley, president … Continue reading
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Carrot Top Earns Six More Years in Las Vegas
Las Vegas prop comedian has signed a six-year contract extension at the Luxor in Las Vegas. He has been performing at the Luxor since 2005.
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Michael Jackson Acts in Las Vegas Get Tribute Style Facelifts
Michael Jackson’s death has caused Las Vegas impressionists and comedians to scurry and quickly alter their acts, turning satirical scenes into sincere tributes. Mirage headliner Terry Fator said he would cut a segment where he dresses up as Jackson and … Continue reading
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Huge “Ribbon of Life” Theatrical Show Comes to Las Vegas
The annual “Ribbon of Life” is a completely original production show. The largest show of its kind staged in Las Vegas, the production typically involves more than 200 performers from Las Vegas Strip shows and other theatrical organizations in the … Continue reading
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Where are the Las Vegas live entertainers?
Las Vegas was historically synonymous with live musicians playing in all the casinos and clubs. They were in every nook and crany in Las Vegas. But, with each passing year, a decreasing number of venues offer the real deal. So, … Continue reading
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Animal Rights Groups Fighting Mad Over Dolphin Acquisitions at The Mirage in Las Vegas
As reported on by Las Vegas Backstage Access on June 7, the dolphin named Sgt. Pepper died on June 4 at The Mirage from complications from a lung infection. Now we learn that two days before the death, two animal … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Celebrates Abolition of Slavery
The Civil War has long since ended and slaves freed, but the spirit of the historic occasion lives on in Las Vegas during the 9th Annual Juneteenth Festival. The national celebration of Juneteenth was precipitated after Union soldiers, lead by … Continue reading
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Las Vegas First Friday ‘Art Crawl’ Event Takes Nosedive
Selling cultural art opportunities in Las Vegas that are ostensibly designed to benefit residents, and not so much the tourists, is apparently a very difficult sell. ‘First Friday’ in Las Vegas started in 2002 as an art crawl, or a monthly … Continue reading
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Nevada Films Goose State Revenue
Although Nevada tourism slumped in 2008, producers and directors of film and television projects spent $110 million shooting and finishing shows in Nevada in 2008. The results surpassed the $103.3 million the Nevada Film Office counted in 2007, when a … Continue reading
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Poker Ace Annie Duke ‘All In’ at World Series of Poker in Las Vegas
Poker ace Annie Duke plays poker like she is running a business, not letting emotions rule her play, thinking quickly and accurately, as witnessed in her latest TV show stint. With CEO-like skills, she is one of the most successful … Continue reading
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Hockey Pros, Celebrities Skate to First NHL Awards Ceremony in Las Vegas
Team sports businesses haven’t been exactly brimming with kindness to Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman. Try as he might – bless his ever-loving, gin-drinking pickled heart – efforts to bring a pro major league team to Las Vegas throughout his tenure have … Continue reading
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“Country Superstars Tribute” Act Temporarily Ends in Las Vegas
The “Country Superstars Tribute” is wrapping up their performances at Fitzgeralds in Las Vegas on June 28, with the “Marriage Can Be Murder” dinner show moving in the next day. The country show with the “Legends’ impersonator format has been … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson Faces $40 Million Lawsuit When Departing to London Shows This Week
Before heading off to London early this week, pop music icon Michael Jackson has a new $40 million lawsuit to contend with. According to his attorney Ira Meyerowitz the new breach of contract lawsuit reportedly won’t stop Jackson from going … Continue reading
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Entertainer “Cuchi-Cuchi” Charo Quits Tribal Tour, Packs Bags for Vegas
It’s been a long time since the Latin flamenco guitar-playing jokster Charo has graced the Las Vegas Strip- 2003 to be to be exact. With the former burlesque show “An Evening at La Cage” closing at the Riviera, she’s heading to … Continue reading
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Magician Rick Thomas Brings White Tiger Act to Sahara in Las Vegas
Magician Rick Thomas and his band of white tigers will open at the Sahara on or about July 1. Thomas has had a long career on the Las Vegas Strip, performing at the Tropicana and Stardust before his show at … Continue reading
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NASCAR Racer Kyle Busch: Enough Already!
Having a “Bad Boy” image, whether in sports, games, or Hollywood has become fashionably en vogue now. Sporting antics and behaviors not of the squeaky-clean kind, if the truth be known, better sell tickets and some say help to develop … Continue reading
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Garth Brooks Roping In New Las Vegas Deal?
As previously reported by Las Vegas Backstage Access, Garth Brooks poo-pooed any plans he had of performing in Las Vegas, supposedly working out a deal with Steve Wynn. Was it a smokescreen? On Monday at the Wynn Encore he had … Continue reading
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Previously Jailed Celebrity Impersonator Trina-Johnson Finn Returns to Las Vegas Home
Las Vegas celebrity impersonator Trina Johnson-Finn arrived back at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas on Wednesday evening, reunited with her husband and realtor, Raymond Finn, and a throng of well-wishers and fellow Las Vegas celebrity tribute artists that were … Continue reading
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CineVegas Film Festival in Las Vegas Offers Movies Galore- And Much More
Running over six days and one weekend, the 11th annual CineVegas film festival, starting this Wednesday, June 10, at the Brenden Theatres inside the Palms in Las Vegas offers a broader range of movie screening opportunities than ever before, providing … Continue reading
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Dolphin Dies at The Mirage in Las Vegas
Sgt. Pepper, born on June 8, 2008 at The Mirage, one of six dolphins at Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat in Las Vegas died on June 4 from complications arising from a lung affection. The dolphin is … Continue reading
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Rare World Series of Poker Feat Pulled off by Las Vegan
Las Vegan Thang Luu, a 34-year-old Vietnam native who has been living in the United States for the past 17 years, has won the $1,500 buy-in Omaha High-Low World Series of Poker (WSOP) event for the second year in a … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Tribute Artist Trina Johnson-Finn Released in Suriname
A judge in Suriname on Friday released Las Vegas entertainer Trina Johnson-Finn who was accused of posing as singer Toni Braxton at a concert there where she was pelted with trash and booed offstage. The 20-year professional singer who has augmented her … Continue reading
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Burlesque Queens Flaunt Their Pasties in Las Vegas
The Burlesque Hall of Fame’s annual Exotic World Weekend is running now through Sunday at The Orleans in Las Vegas. The talent gathering includes retired and active burlesque dancers. It’s been the fifth venue for the celebration in as many … Continue reading
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Stars of “The Hangover” Hijacked in Las Vegas Orgy-fication
Actress Heather Graham plays a single mom stripper in the new Las Vegas-filmed comedy movie “The Hangover,” which opens today. During a break in filming, Graham went to see the Cirque du Soleil hot and naked “Zumanity” show in Las … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Teen Finishes 11th in National Spelling Bee
It was the best Scripps National Spelling Bee finish since at least 1996 for a Nevadan (when the competition started keeping records) when 13-year-old Tussah Heera of Las Vegas valiantly tried spelling the word “herniorrhaphy”- a surgical procedure used to fix hernias. … Continue reading
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Jermanine Dupri Bringing The Rat Pack Back to Las Vegas?
Music producer Jermaine Dupri is reportedly on a quest to bring The Rat Pack era to Las Vegas. Dupri, Janet Jackson’s longtime main squeeze, wants to see Las Vegas return to the time when the coolest dudes in town wore … Continue reading
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Las Vegas TV Producer Allen Fawcett Plans New Vegas Show
Las Vegas TV producer and resident Allen Fawcett has starred in four Broadway musicals, including New York productions of “Shenandoah,” “Rex,” “King of Hearts,” and the American premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” playing as … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson Opening a ‘Thriller’ Casino in Las Vegas
The 50-year-old pop icon singer and prior Las Vegas resident is reportedly planning to launch the zombie-themed gambling den in Las Vegas next year. He is also believed to be working on a new album, several films and a museum … Continue reading
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450-pound Drag Queen Voted Best Joan Rivers Look-Alike in Las Vegas
Cher Impersonator Tiny Bubbles, a 450-pound drag queen, was voted best Joan Rivers look-alike at Annie Duke’s Hard Rock poker benefit in Las Vegas last Wednesday. The event featured 20 Rivers impersonators. Frank Marino, who headlined as Rivers in “An Evening … Continue reading
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The Crazy Girls Show in Las Vegas Struts for U.S. Topless Domination
The Crazy Girls is a topless show showing plenty of bottoms at the Riviera Casino in Las Vegas. But now they also want to spread their sin, taking their wares in a move across America. While they are still appearing … Continue reading
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Rare One-Night Stand for Larry King in Las Vegas
Emmy Award winning CNN broadcast journalist host Larry King will appear in a rare one-night only show in Las Vegas at the Encore in answer to a dare from Encore developer Steve Wynn. With more than 50 years experience in broadcasting, … Continue reading
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Hip Hop Living Legends Award to Toni Basil in Las Vegas
Caesars Palace headliner Bette Midler’s multiple-award-winning choreographer, director, producer and performer Toni Basil will receive the 2009 Living Legends of Hip Hop Award at the 8th Annual World Hip Hop Dance Championship at The Orleans Arena in Las Vegas on … Continue reading
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Nickelback Brings Dark Horse Tour to Las Vegas
Nickelback is bringing their Dark Horse tour to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, September 6. Special guests include Hinder, Papa Roach and Saving Abel. Their 32-city tour kicked off in February and they have been … Continue reading
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Liberace’s Legacy Lives On After Death With Monthly Revue
The Liberace Museum has been a part of the Las Vegas Experience since 1979, entertaining tourists and locals while preserving the Liberace star and funding scholarships for more than 2000 students at more than 100 colleges. “Mr. Showmanship” spent decades entertaining … Continue reading
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It’s No Bull: Bullfighting Comes to Las Vegas!
Las Vegas constantly is reinventing itself as a city. So it comes with surprise that bullfights are now coming to Las Vegas, starting on September 14-15 at the South Point Arena. That follows with the second event on September 27-30. … Continue reading
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Want to meet President Obama in Las Vegas?
How does meeting President Obama sound? Have you ever wanted to create a great campaign slogan? Now is your chance to do both. On May 26th, President Obama, Rachel Yamagata, Rita Rudner, Sheryl Crow, and Bette Midler will be honoring … Continue reading
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Top 10 Las Vegas Entertainment Picks for Memorial Day Weekend
With an estimated 230,000 visitors flocking into Las Vegas over the holiday and entertainment options busting from the seams, here’s our Las Vegas Backstage Access Top 10 best picks for prime time Memorial Day weekend fun faire in Las Vegas: … Continue reading
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Carmen Electra to Star in ‘Topless’ Las Vegas Show
American TV and film personality Carmen Electra is geared up to star in a new ‘topless’ Vegas show, but she will not be going topless. Though the topless cabaret show at MGM Grand has signed Electra, she will not baring … Continue reading
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Phantom of the Opera Fanatics Invited to “Fans Week” in Las Vegas
Famed Broadway director Harold Prince will give the keynote address and share his experience of putting together The Phantom of the Opera at a “Phantom Fans Week” Sept. 16 through 20 in Las Vegas. Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular … Continue reading
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Paris Hilton to Stand Trial for Breach of Contract
Socialite extraordinaire and frequent Las Vegas partier Paris Hilton is like no other. She just slipped up and didn’t honor a deal to promote herself as part of the film Pledge This!, according to its producers. A Miami judge ruled that … Continue reading
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Carlos Santana, Ganja & Bogeymen
Carlos Santana under hypnosis must feel he’s died, gone to heaven, then was lucky enough to have been mysteriously reincarnated smack dab in Sin City. To be honored and appear in a Las Vegas concert series no less, with ticket … Continue reading
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George Clooney Films in Las Vegas
Iconic actor George Clooney was reportedly spotted yesterday shooting film scenes and reacting to fans outside Bally’s in Las Vegas for Paramount’s “Up in the Air.” Later, Clooney shot scenes at a vacant hotel across from Mandalay Bay. When filming … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Goes to Hell for Fun of it
Many believe that Las Vegas already provides the best ‘Hell on Earth’- but it’s all good clean Old West fun when the Helldorado Days celebration comes to the middle of downtown Las Vegas this weekend in Las Vegas. Things come … Continue reading
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No Doubt Headlines Tiger Jam XII This Weekend in Las Vegas
Pop rockers No Doubt will kick off their first tour in five years when they headline Tiger Jam XII presented by AT&T on May 15 and 16 at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Formed in Anaheim, California, No … Continue reading
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Britney Spears’ Camp Slams Las Vegas College Kid
It’s never a dull day in ol’ Britneyland– always a circus, concert tour or not. Jordan Miller, right, a 21-year-old University of Nevada, Las Vegas college student majoring in communications launched his breatheheavy.com Web site all about the pop star, … Continue reading
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Magician Lance Burton ‘Vanishes’ from 19 Las Vegas Shows
Monte Carlo headliner Lance Burton will miss 19 shows after breaking his foot during his May 7 show in Las Vegas. Burton is undergoing surgery in Las Vegas on Monday on his right foot, according to his publicist, Wayne Bernath. The … Continue reading
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Celebrity Impersonator Frank Marino to Star in Tony ‘n’ Tina’s Wedding in Las Vegas
Las Vegas celebrity impersonator Frank Marino’s, the star of the Riviera’s now-defunct “An Evening at La Cage,” in which he hosted the show as a Joan Rivers impersonator for more than 20 years, has packed his bags and on May … Continue reading
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Marie Osmond ‘Very Supportive’ of Gay Rights
Las Vegas performer Marie Osmond has come out in favor of gay rights. In an interview with Los Angeles radio station KOST 103.5, the Flamingo headline said it was “not a sensitive issue” for her. Osmond said she supports gay … Continue reading
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Imprisoned Las Vegas Celebrity Trina Johnson-Finn’s Faces Trial in Suriname
Las Vegas celebrity impersonator Trina Johnson-Finn has been incarcerated since March in a Suriname jail, location of Finn’s Feb. 28 concert. She was denied release on Tuesday and now faces a May 26 trial date on charges of impersonating Las … Continue reading
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Improv Theater in Las Vegas Packs ‘Em In
Whether you are a fan of watching improvisational theater or just maybe would like to try your hand at acting, there are some opportunities for you in Las Vegas. Although, Second City has closed up after eight years at the … Continue reading
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Danny Gans’ Autobiography & Music Video Release
Danny Gans, 52, a leading Las Vegas headliner since 1966, both at The Mirage for 8 ½ years and most recently performing at Steve Wynn’s Encore hotel, died unexpectedly early last Friday in his Las Vegas home. (May 2 Las Vegas Backstage … Continue reading
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Grammy Winner Toni Braxton Sues Lloyd’s of London
Former Flamingo headliner and Las Vegas resident Toni Braxton is suing insurance giant specialist Lloyd’s of London for refusing to pay her for the months of work she missed entertaining in Las Vegas because of her alleged heart condition. The six-time … Continue reading
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Boxing Match of the Year Moments Away in Las Vegas
The long-anticipated and sold out boxing match promoted as “The Battle of East and West,” pitting Filipino Manny Pacquiao (48-3-2, 36 KOs) against Brit Ricky Hatton (45-1, 32 KOs) will start at approximately 8 p.m. (PT) at the MGM Grand … Continue reading
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Woodstock Las Vegas
Forty years ago the Woodstock music festival featured tie-dyed bedecked hippies that espoused peace, love, happiness, fused with lots of freebies - speech, sex and pot - and a plethora of equally mind-blowing music. Now Las Vegas plans to vicariously relive those groovy days and, hopefully, provide … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Entertainment Icon Danny Gans Dies
The Danny Gans Theatre at the Encore will be silent tonight. Long-time Las Vegas entertainer, dubbed The Man of Many Voices, Danny Gans has died at the age of 52, silently in his sleep last night. Singer, actor and impressionist Danny Gans, named … Continue reading
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Actress Kelly Monaco Robbed, Hid Under Las Vegas Bed
Actress Kelly Monaco found herself at the centre of a terrifying burglary in Las Vegas after an intruder broke into her hotel room while she was sleeping. The former General Hospital star is in Sin City performing in the saucy … Continue reading
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Jay Leno Makes Rare Las Vegas, Tonight Show Cancellations
The Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas had to cancel the April 24 and 25 performances of late night talk show host Jay Leno. The 58-year-old entertainer checked himself into Providence St. Joseph Medical Centre hospital on Thursday with what was diagnosed … Continue reading
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Beyonce Heads for Las Vegas Glitter
Since Las Vegas first grew out of the desert dust, powerful female entertainers have always found a home in the main showrooms of Las Vegas casinos and hotels. In just the past year, Las Vegas marquis have invited tourists to spend … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Embraces Hip-Hop Culture
Las Vegas is finally getting in the groove and embracing the hip-hop culture movement, sort of. On April 25 they’re hosting the “Hip-Hop Culture 2009…The Evolution” event which features Las Vegas DJs, MCs, poets, artists, dancers, fashion designers, and other … Continue reading
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Parrotheads in Las Vegas A-hoy!
Legendary singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett will be returning once again to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas for a one night show on May 16. After gaining considerable success in the music business, Buffett opened the Margaritaville restaurants which are … Continue reading
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Lindsay Lohan Spotted Shopping for Men in Las Vegas
Lindsay Lohan is apparently putting an end to her lady lovin’ ways and getting back on the straight and narrow. The “Mean Girl”- who was in Las Vegas last weekend – was spotted leaving several clubs with an unidentified man … Continue reading
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‘Fearless’ Taylor Swift Makes Tracks Back to Las Vegas
Not many artists have an opportunity to make a concert entrance by descending from the rafters in an elevator and exiting to the showroom floor via a David Copperfield magic illusion, but young country music star sensation Taylor Swift had just that, … Continue reading
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Marie Osmond Perserves, Stays on Top
Marie Osmond’s life is a blur. She wouldn’t have it any other way. And, amid all the hubbub in a topsy turvy and sometimes cruel entertainment industry, she stays on top. Marie, the only Osmond sister, lives in Las Vegas, … Continue reading
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Criss Angel Blasts Perez Hilton in Las Vegas
Definitely no love is lost between “Mindfreak” Las Vegas illusionist Criss Angel and celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton. As Angel was ending his magic show Friday at the Luxor in Las Vegas, he announced that he had someone special in … Continue reading
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Miss USA Pageant Plays Musical Chairs
The Miss USA beauty pageant co-host for tomorrow’s smackdown, oops …showdown will not be “Access Hollywood” host Billy Bush. No, correct that, he’s back into the thick of things now. Bush previously cited stomach problems when he withdrew and Mark … Continue reading
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Sold-Out Crowd Rocks new Joint Opening in Las Vegas
The bad economy, $5 beer prices, and long lines didn’t put a damper on the high spirits last night in Las Vegas as The Killers performed to a sold-out crowd during the opening night of The Joint at the Hard … Continue reading
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Miss Nevada’s Gown to Win the Crown?
For decades there’s been a standard beauty pageant look- Aqua net hair, bright red lipstick and that too bright never fading smile. But in the last 10 years, a new image has emerged. The padded shoulders and brittle taffeta skirts … Continue reading
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Jessica Simpson: Blond if you do, blond if you don’t
Jessica Simpson, a frequent Las Vegas visitor, is one of those talented types who can’t seem to catch a break. As a pop singer she was constantly compared to Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera – too voluptuous to be nice and … Continue reading
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Ne-Yo has come a long way . . .
While studying at the Las Vegas Academy of International Studies as a performing and visual arts major, Shaffer Smith learned that it’s okay to be different. Today, 29-year-old Ne-Yo – Shaffer was renamed after Matrix movie character Neo – doesn’t … Continue reading
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All Rise: The King is Back in the Building
For some, death is really not in their cards, it’s just a lifetime spent in purgatory. Keeping with tradition, Las Vegas will celebrate the 40th anniversary of Elvis Presley this July with one of the largest Elvis conventions in the world. According … Continue reading
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Kato who? Uh, is he the homeboy of O.J. Simpson?
O.J. Simpson is cooling his heels in the Big House at the Lovelock Correctional Center in Northern Nevada, eating savory “mystery meat” while serving his nine-to-thirty-three-year term for his memorabilia heist that went terribly wrong at Palace Station. But his … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Tribute to Rhythm and Blues Legend Ruth Brown
A tribute to rhythm and blues legend Ruth Brown will be on April 9 at the Bootlegger Bistro in Las Vegas. The Tony Award-winning Brown, who also won a Grammy, died at age 78 on November 17, 2006 in Henderson, Nevada. … Continue reading
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Criminal Minds Star Morphs into ‘Allllvinnn!’
CBS’s Criminal Minds very popular actor Matthew Gray Gubler is a Las Vegas product born and bred. Performing as the three Ph.D. degree-holding Dr. Spencer Reid on the TV series since 2005, Gubler was raised in a quiet neighborhood near Bob Baskin … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Goes Country, Hollywood Tags Along
When Las Vegas hosts a party, stand back- nothing is ever commonplace in the City of Entertainment. Last night’s 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards at the MGM Grand Arena proved to be no exception. The buzz of the … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Art Scenesters Buckle Up for Bumpy Roller Coaster Ride
The Las Vegas Art Museum shutdown last month. The Nevada Ballet has cutback on staff and postponed programs. The Las Vegas Philharmonic is cutting back and holding on. The Nevada Opera Theatre, though feeling the economic impact, is cushioned somewhat by … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Travel Web Site Upgrades Customer Options
VEGAS.com has revamped its Web site, enabling the creation of custom Las Vegas travel package for their customers with just one visit to the site. The improved VEGAS.com allows consumers to move seamlessly through its many offerings , adding items to … Continue reading
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Out with Miss America, In with Miss USA
No sooner than Miss America pageant contestants sashayed in and out of Las Vegas, then 51 Miss USA contestants strutted in to take their place at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. On April 4 at 6 p.m. all the Miss USA contestants … Continue reading
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Carlos Santana to Headline The Joint in Las Vegas Hard Rock
Iconic guitarist Carlos Santana, 61, and his band, including drummer Dennis Chambers and keyboardist Chester Thompson, has just signed a two-year deal through 2010 to do 36 shows a year in the newly refurbished The Joint, which opens on April … Continue reading
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Nevada Film Industry Weathers Economic Storm with Gusto
While most segments of Nevada’s economy have been shrinking, if not temporarily disappearing all together, there’s one area that not only met budget projections but those projections earned more than $100 million dollars for various Nevada coffers. The Nevada Film Office (NFO) announced that … Continue reading
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Burning Man Turns Up Las Vegas Heat
Tired of the politico-speak, technobabble, and continuous water-drip torture of our choking economy? Want to try your hand at building art- or a mutant vehicle? Perhaps your cup of tea is spinning fire with some poi and java? If you don’t … Continue reading
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Reality is . . . World’s Strictest Parents?
“Reality” programming. Design a fish-out-of-water scenario. Find folks willing to have every moment of their life’s experiences video taped and displayed for what is sure to result in some public ridicule. Then turn on the cameras and get ready to roll … Continue reading
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Lil Wayne Swaggas into Las Vegas
At 12 years old Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. was performing as the Tin Man at Eleanor McMain Secondary School in New Orleans. Now 26 and known as Lil Wayne, he’s preparing to perform the major hits from his 13 year … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Performing Arts Center Plans for Groundbreaking
All is not gloom and doom when it comes to Las Vegas art funding in our recession. The Smith Center for the Performing Arts could break ground in as little as two months, thanks to the City of Las Vegas … Continue reading
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Junk for some is $900,000 art for others
Two San Francisco artists are suing a Gerlach farm-owner claiming he torched La Contessa, a replica of a 16th century Spanish galleon that often appeared at the annual Burning Man festival. Simon Cheffins, an artist, and Greg Jones, a mechanical … Continue reading
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Bye-Bye to Jeff Beacher & The Scintas – Good Luck!
Jeff Beacher and his entertaining band of crazy misfit zanies, dubbed “Beacher’s Madhouse,” have long been Las Vegas entertainment icons, performing at the Hard Rock Casino & Hotel in Las Vegas and elsewhere. Beacher partied at Tao nightclub last week … Continue reading
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U2 Gears Up for Las Vegas Concert
The U2′s “U2360″ tour, scheduled only for large stadium settings around the world, will include an October 23 stop at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas. The announcement coincided with word that U2 had scored its seventh No. 1 album … Continue reading
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Spice Girl Mel B Takes It Off in Las Vegas
Former Spice Girl Mel B, who co-stars with Kelly Monaco, in the upcoming “Peepshow” at Planet Hollywood Resort in Las Vegas feels less is best. While the singer was recently fitting her costumes she felt they weren’t suggestive enough and … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson’s “This Is It!” Tour Sells 20,000 Tickets Per Hour
Europeans apparently still love the 50-year-old ‘Gold’ Gloved Wonder, who inhabited Las Vegas in reclusive style before recently moving to Hollywood. And his fans don’t mind paying for Jackson’s concerts in our economic recession. Following Jackson’s 12-year tour layoff, AEG organizers … Continue reading
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The Lion King Cast Announced
Casting has been announced for the new Las Vegas production of the Tony-winning The Lion King, which will begin previews at the Mandalay Bay Theatre on May 5 with an official opening May 15. The cast features performers who have triumphed … Continue reading
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Criss Angel Receives Good News: Awarded “Magician of the Decade”
For a change, good news showers down on Las Vegas illusionist Criss Angel. The International Magicians Society has awarded the 41-year-old Angel, whose real name is Christopher Sarantakos, its first-ever Merlin Award for “Magician of the Decade” last Saturday in … Continue reading
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Sir Paul McCartney’s Las Vegas April 19 Performance Sells Out In Seconds
Tickets for a one-off gig by Sir Paul McCartney in Las Vegas sold out in seven seconds after going on sale. Just 4,000 fans will be fortunate to see the former Beatle perform at the grand opening of the New … Continue reading
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Nevada Ballet Theatre Gouged by Recession
The nonprofit arts group announced on March 10 that it is trimming its company of dancers from 31 to 22, reducing its administrative staff and leaving vacant positions unfilled. The Nevada Ballet Theatre also has postponed its season finale, “New … Continue reading
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St Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Henderson, Nevada
The 43rd Annual Sons of Erin St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival will be held March 12-15 in Henderson, Nevada. The daily carnival at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 Water Street, will have rides and games with a portion of … Continue reading
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ShoWest Awardees Announced
“Where does one begin when referring to Michael Caine,” said Mitch Neuhauser, ShoWest co-managing director. “With over five decades of films to his credit, Michael Caine has quietly commanded the screen in well over 100 roles. He simply does it … Continue reading
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Elvis is Back in the House
There are Elvis impersonators aplenty in Las Vegas, but one of the most popular is Trent Carlini. Starting this Monday, March 9, Carlini will be officially launching “Elvolution” for seven shows each week in Steve Wryick’s magic theater in the … Continue reading
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Las Vegas World Movie Premier: “Ace Ventura Jr.: Pet Detective” on March 8
Celebrities galore plan to walk the “green carpet” for the world movie premiere of “Ace Ventura Jr.: Pet Detective” on Sunday at Noon (line forms at 10 a.m.) at the Springs Preserve at 333 S. Valley View Blvd. in Las … Continue reading
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Star Power Provides Fundraising Power for ‘Keep Memory Alive’ Lou Ruvo Benefit in Las Vegas
Ka-ching, ka-ching. . . the revenue results have been tabulated for last Saturday’s “Keep Memory Alive” fundraising benefit at the Bellagio in Las Vegas for the new Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. In a choking recession, Keep … Continue reading
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‘This is It’ Says Michael Jackson
As reported by Vegas Backstage Access a couple of times in the recent past, there was a strong indication that there would soon be a Michael Jackson tour announced. Now it’s official: The self-proclaimed 50-year-old King of Pop announced on … Continue reading
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Louis Prima’s Jazz Lives On This Weekend in Las Vegas
It’s been three decades since the legendary jazzman Louis Prima passed on, but his music still lives on through his daughter, Lena. Lena Prima, 45, will be performing a tribute concert to her late father at the Cannery in Las Vegas … Continue reading
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Michael Jackson Expected To Announce $10 Million Performance Deal on March 5
Michael Jackson has reportedly returned to London yesterday to launch his comeback. The 50-year-old debt-ridden King of Pop, who has been living in Las Vegas for the better part of two years while entertaining many performance offers, is scheduled to … Continue reading
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Atlatl Throwing Anyone?
The Valley of Fire State Park, located about 15 miles north of Las Vegas, is known for its vibrant red sandstone landscape with a variety of rock formations including natural arches. But for real special treat on March 27 through … Continue reading
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Elton John Belts Out Last Beat on April 22 in Las Vegas …241 Performances & 3 Years Later
Sir Elton John started out as a limited run scheduled for just 75 shows over 3 years. But as the lights went down on the first Elton John Red Piano performance at Caesars Palace on February 14, 2004, it became clear that … Continue reading
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Illusionists Siegfried & Roy – & Career-Ending White Bengal Tiger -Take Final Las Vegas Curtain Call
Future performances from iconic Las Vegas illusionists Siegfried and Roy – and the white Bengal tiger that ended their prior careers – are, sadly, over. For their last hurrah the trio shared the stage on February 28 at the Bellagio Hotel … Continue reading
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“Men of X” opens at Las Vegas Hooters on March 13
Joining the Las Vegas list of male G-string Las Vegas revues of “American Storm,” “Thunder from Down Under,” and “Chippendales: The Show” will be “Men of X” which opens at Hooters on March 13. The six-man revue is produced by … Continue reading
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Is Michael Jackson going to perform in Las Vegas?
Money-hurting music pop star Michael Jackson, on and off again Las Vegas resident, has got rid of his white gloves and is now in talks to mount a concert comeback with up to 30 live shows in either London or … Continue reading
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Criss Angel’s Girlfriend Holly Madison ‘Disappears’
Criss Angel, 41, magician extraordinaire performing at the Luxor in Las Vegas, and his girlfirend Holly Madison, 29, are no longer a couple. Word is that they broke up when Madison moved back into her parent’s home. According to Angel’s publicist, … Continue reading
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Danny Gans Performs at Wynn’s Encore Theatre
It was first Danny Gans, “The Man of 200 Voices,” performing at the Mirage in Las Vegas in 2000 with Steve Wynn as his backer. And now, not much has changed: “Danny Gans, the Man of More Than 200 Voices,” is regularly entertaining at the … Continue reading
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Coming up this weekend on Las Vegas Backstage Access
Las Vegas Backstage Access is preparing articles to be published this weekend on Danny Gans, Naomi Arin Art Gallery exhibit, Tiger Jam XII, “Men of X,” and, yes, even Michael Jackson- and more. Stay tuned.
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Country Music & NASCAR Rev Their Engines in Las Vegas
More than 10,000 NASCAR fans are expected to swarm the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas this weekend. The sixth annual RaceJam will bring entertainment highlighted by country star Trent Tomlinson and former Lynrd Skynrd drummer Artimus Pyle in … Continue reading
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‘Osmondmania’: Las Vegas Blessing or Curse?
Osmondmania. It’s everywhere- the Las Vegas equivalent to motherhood and apple pie. The seven Osmonds have been performing in front of world-wide audiences for 50 years. They were virtually born on stage and continue to make it their home, thrilling … Continue reading
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Boston’s Vinnie Favorito Packs ‘Em In at the Flamingo in Las Vegas
Times are tough, but you wouldn’t know it by watching the insulting Boston comic Vinnie Favorito throw down a torrent of smack and pack ‘em in nightly at the Flamingo in Las Vegas. Although we’re all perhaps feeling a little … Continue reading
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Hip-Hop Star Nelly Gambles on New Las Vegas TV Show
Hip-hop star Nelly is pacting with “The Biggest Loser” producer 25/7 Productions to take a stab at the popular variety TV genre. “Nelly’s Night in Vegas” is currently being pitched to networks as a weekly series that would feature Nelly … Continue reading
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Munich Symphony Orchestra Takes Las Vegas Center Stage
Hanibal the Cannibal Lechter (Anthony Hopkins) enjoyed listening to their good vibrations as he dined in “The Silence of the Lambs” movie. Now, safely tucked away in your chair, you too can hear the Munich Symphony Orchestra – they’ve recorded music for … Continue reading
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‘Legends in Concert’ Las Vegas Show Upgraded After 26 Years
Tomorrow, February 21, the third longest-running show in Las Vegas, behind only “Follies Bergere” (closing this March) and “Jubilee!” gives its last performance in its longtime home at the Imperial Palace on The Strip. It reopens on Monday, February 23 … Continue reading
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“Menopause” Musical at the Las Vegas Hilton Set to Close April 5th
Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, writer/producer Jeanie Linders created the show as a celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived “The Change.” Since its first performance, … Continue reading
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