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Andrea Domanick

Arts and Entertainment Reporter

Andrea Domanick is a reporter covering arts, entertainment and the behind the scenes stories of life in Las Vegas. Before joining the Sun, she worked in her native Los Angeles covering public affairs, music and culture for outlets including LA Weekly, Southern California Public Radio, the BBC, American Public Media and Broadcasting & Cable. She spent her college years in the tiny splendor of Middletown, Conn., at Wesleyan University, from which she graduated with a B.A. in sociology. Domanick enjoys vinyl records, lemonade and the New Yorker and is a proponent of good grammar. She doesn’t know how to ride a bike.

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Las Vegas becoming a go-to destination for LGBT events, tourists
Monday, March 25, 2013
Since the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority began marketing to the LGBT community in the early 2000s, the city has stepped into the spotlight as one of that demographic's premier travel destinations.

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Neon Reverb report: All the Apparatus steals the show at Beauty Bar
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Cavemen fought the elements with an emotional set, but wild Portland band All The Apparatus got everyone dancing.

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Mario Barth opening tattoo parlor at The Mirage, magician Paul Vigil leaves King Ink
Tattoo titan's second Starlight Tattoo shop is scheduled to debut in May
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Tattoo artist and industry innovator Mario Barth is opening a new location of his Starlight Tattoo shop at The Mirage by the end of May. His King Ink tattoo parlor and nightclub, featuring magician Paul Vigil, is closing.

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Will California's extended drinking hours affect Vegas?
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
In California, the party's over at 2 a.m. That may change soon.

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Bill's Gamblin' Hall to reopen as Gansevoort Las Vegas
Monday, March 18, 2013
Caesars Entertainment announced today that Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon will reopen as Gansevoort Las Vegas, a standalone boutique resort scheduled to debut early next year. The new property marks a partnership among Bill’s owner Caesars Entertainment Corp., the New York-based luxury hotel brand Gansevoort Hotel Group and nightlife mogul Victor Drai, whose eponymous after-hours nightclub has been a mainstay at the location for the past 15 years.

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At Free Energy's Beauty Bar show, hipsters didn't really have—well, energy
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Only a handful of patrons were feeling the band's bombastic pop-rock.

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Tony Bennett, Cheap Trick and Pat Benatar, Alabama Shakes and more announce Vegas shows
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
From classic crooners to indie breakout acts, this week’s Las Vegas concert announcements spans the decades.

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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s the Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con!
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
San Diego’s Comic-Con International will have some competition this summer, thanks to a new comic book and fantasy convention slated for Las Vegas.

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Want to be a rock star? Brian Wilson and Jeff Beck will teach you how at new Las Vegas workshop
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The recordings of The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson and guitarist Jeff Beck have influenced countless musicians over the years, but come April, fans will have the opportunity to learn from the two greats firsthand.

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Concert onsales: Warped Tour, Reggae in the Desert, Widespread Panic announce Vegas shows
Friday, March 8, 2013
Warped Tour, Jazz in the Park, Bauhaus' Peter Murphy and STRFKR are among the Las Vegas shows announced this week.

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Las Vegas tops list of 'Trashiest Spring Break Destinations 2013'
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Las Vegas has topped numerous accolade-filled travel lists in recent months, but a recent ranking from Coed Magazine is not one of them. ...

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Art rock: Martin Lawrence Galleries to debut exhibit by Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen
Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013
Warhol, Picasso, Chagall ... Def Leppard? The British hard rockers will indeed join the company of some of the world’s greatest artists next month with an exclusive exhibit at Martin Lawrence Galleries in The Forum Shops.

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Five independent boutiques shaping the Las Vegas look
Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013
Explore the fashion forces driving our culture with these local trendsetters.

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Review: 'West Side Story' at Smith Center offers masters of choreography and genuine chemistry
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013
Troika Entertainment’s rendition of the classic musical is an entertaining interpretation of the original but struggles in its attempt to balance innovation with tradition.

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Bad news, good news: Phoenix cancels Vegas show; Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Tegan and Sara to play instead
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013
Cancellation is due to "an unforeseen circumstance."

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In Brief: Def Leppard drummer's art, beer at the movies and more
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013
Also, MGM Resorts has its very own Healthy Eating mobile app. For your health.

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Boz Scaggs, Trent Reznor, Green Day's 'American Idiot' coming to Vegas; Beauty Bar announces March shows
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013
On the heels of the Cosmopolitan’s Thursday concert series reveal, a number of local venues announced new concerts that promise to warm crowds up for spring.

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Cosmopolitan announces Thursday pool concert series, featuring Gary Clark Jr., Marina and the Diamonds, Yellowcard
Monday, Feb. 25, 2013
Hot Chip, Marina & The Diamonds, Yellowcard, Gary Clark Jr. included in diverse April-August schedule.

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In Strip's newest casino, swing act Jennifer Keith Quintet keeps spirit of Old Vegas alive
Friday, Feb. 22, 2013
It’s approaching midnight on a Saturday at The Cosmopolitan, and while anxious clubgoers wait nearly an hour to get into Marquee, patrons of Chandelier are already dancing.

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Party capital: Seven of 10 top-grossing U.S. nightclubs are in Las Vegas
Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013
Trade publication Nightclub & Bar revealed its 2013 Top 100 list of the nation's top-earning nightlife venues, with the clubs and bars of the Las Vegas Strip dominating the rankings. Las Vegas is home to seven of the Top 10 establishments.

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Strip performers team up for Town Square production that proves the [show] must go on
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013
Stars of popular Strip show take to the Baobab Stage.

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New design lecture series hopes to invigorate Las Vegas architecture
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013
Local architecture and design nonprofit COLAB Las Vegas has announced its inaugural Spring Lecture Series, a six-part event March 6 through April 29. ...

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From rock stars to ex-cons, meet the stars of Women of Wrestling
Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013
The Women of Wrestling reveal their superhero-inspired backstories and signature moves in the ring.

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Dead disco: Eli Roth's Goretorium launches all-female DJ series for Valentine's Day
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013
The year-round haunted house is expanding its attractions to nightlife with the launch of Stereo Love, a bimonthly all-female DJ series to be held inside the Goretorium’s Baby Dolls Lounge.

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Rio's iconic 'Show in the Sky' to close March 30 after 16 years
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013
After 16 years of entertaining guests, The Rio’s free "Show in the Sky" will come to an end next month. The long-running interactive attraction, ...

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Choke holds and hair spray: In the ring with the Women of Wrestling
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013
Founded in 2000, WoW is back with colorful personalities and athletic performances.

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Want to be a wine expert? Now you can with new master sommelier classes at Bellagio
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013
With 17 sommeliers and three master sommeliers on staff, Bellagio is among the most wine-savvy resorts on The Strip. The hotel-casino is ...

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Las Vegas eateries Earl of Sandwich, Mon Ami Gabi, Lotus of Siam honored in Gogobot Travelers' Favorite Awards
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013
Social trip-planning website Gogobot announced the food and dining portion of its Travelers’ Favorite Awards today, with three Las Vegas eateries among the honorees.

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Zac Brown Band, Erykah Badu, Twin Shadow announce Vegas shows; Celine Dion adds summer dates
Monday, Feb. 11, 2013
Grammy winners Zac Brown Band, The Las Vegas Soul Festival and more announced local shows this week.

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Three necessities for getting hitched in The Wedding Capital of the World
Monday, Feb. 11, 2013
With so many different ways to get married in Las Vegas, it’s easy to forget that there are a few basics that every wedding needs to make it official.

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I do! From drive-thru chapels to Elvis nuptials, six unique ways to wed in Las Vegas
Monday, Feb. 11, 2013
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, love is in the air this week as couples flock to Las Vegas to get hitched. Las Vegas isn't called The Wedding Capital of the World for nothing: From traditional white weddings to quick drive-thru stints to Elvis impersonator-officiated ceremonies, the chapels dotting the corners of the Strip offer something for everyone.

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Local bands audition for Life Is Beautiful. Which succeeded?
Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013
Rusty Maples was the indisputable crowd favorite. Same Sex Mary sounded the most distinct.

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Gay and lesbian wedding expo an opportunity for local businesses to network, show support
Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Rainbow Wedding Network returns to Las Vegas with its “Same Love Same Rights” LGBT Wedding Expo this weekend.

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Photos: The wardrobe behind Cole Porter’s ‘Anything Goes’ at Smith Center
Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013
It’s hours before the debut of “Anything Goes” at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Las Vegas on Tuesday, and while the stage crew ...

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Despite Las Vegas' own mini-Coachella, the real festival is still worth the trek
Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013
Nick Cave, Lou Reed and the Violent Femmes are three key acts who won't be in Vegas.

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Cirque du Skrillex? Resident DJs announced for Light nightclub, opening April 26
Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013
Resident DJs for the Cirque du Soleil-themed club will include Skrillex, Sebastian Ingrosso, Zedd and Baauer.

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Beyond Drai’s: A look at the past and future of afterhours clubs in Las Vegas
Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013
Iconic Las Vegas afterhours venue Drai’s threw its farewell bash Sunday night, as Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall closes its doors for the year to undergo an extensive rebranding and renovation.

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Morrissey postpones Cosmopolitan concert ... again
Monday, Feb. 4, 2013
A bleeding ulcer keeps the British icon from fulfilling his February 9 make-up date.

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Beyonce, Fall Out Boy, Coachella acts announce Vegas shows; Rod Stewart extends residency
Monday, Feb. 4, 2013
"Mrs. Carter Show" world tour brings Super Bowl star to MGM Grand on June 29.

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The D brings new topless revue and comedy-magic show to Downtown
Friday, Feb. 1, 2013
New comedy-magic show “LaughterNoon Starring Adam London” and topless revue “Raack N Roll” will join long-running dinner theater comedy ...

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Drai's After Hours bids farewell ... for now
Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013
Nightlife staple Drai’s After Hours will throw a final bash at Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon this Sunday before the hotel closes for a yearlong renovation and rebranding.

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Hot Chip, Heart and Paramore announce Las Vegas shows; Def Leppard extends residency
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013
With the spring and summer festival seasons approaching, bands are kicking their tours into high gear. From indie up-and-comers ...

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Surprise! Coachella 2013 isn't sold out ... yet
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013
As of Tuesday evening, tickets for the festival’s second weekend remain. Will you go?

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New chapel at Aria brings modern edge to Las Vegas weddings
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013
If you're looking for a Las Vegas wedding without the kitsch, a new chapel is bringing a contemporary option to the Strip.

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Punk Rock Bowling adds Devo, Turbonegro, The Weirdos to 2013 lineup
Monday, Jan. 28, 2013
Other raucous favorites added to the lineup include U.S. Bombs, The Casualties, Channel 3 and Belgium’s Funeral Dress.

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Lady Gaga keeps it weird (and wonderful) at MGM Grand with 'Born This Way Ball'
Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013
Aesthetic oversaturation is Lady Gaga’s signature as a performer, and her creative team and she have mastered the delicate art of keeping the audience ...

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Photos: What does it take to be a Chippendales dancer? Behind the scenes at auditions in The Rio
Friday, Jan. 25, 2013
Though Chippendales is known for dashing good looks and hard bodies, it takes a lot more than chiseled features to make the cut. You've got to have the "it" factor.

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CD Review: Fidlar's 'Fidlar'
Blood, sweat and cheap beer
Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013
Punkish debut disc a slurred, pummeling ode to living fast and dying young.

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Las Vegas vs. L.A.: The pros and cons for the porn industry
Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013
The adult entertainment industry has wrapped up its annual sojourn from Southern California to Las Vegas, where it promotes business and hands out awards. What is stopping porn filmmakers from setting up business here year-round? What might compel producers to move their businesses to Nevada, which has no such law, and what might keep them away?

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Downtown display lets Cirque employees show their artistic talents off the stage
Friday, Jan. 18, 2013
Though few of the artists work professionally in their submitted mediums, the diversity of skill in the artwork on display at “Parade: The Collective,” an art exhibition featuring the work of Cirque du Soleil employees, is striking.

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