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- Live from the Billboard Music Awards: The guy from A-ha -- for real -- joins Pitbull and Aguilera
- Sunday, May 19, 2013
- The Billboard Music Awards kicked off with a great performance by Bruno Mars and some jokes from host Tracy Morgan.
- Jabbawockeez shift into higher gear with 'Prism' at Luxor
- Sunday, May 19, 2013
- Together for a decade, Jabbawockeez continue to develop their act and have developed a wide-ranging show with "Prism."
- Penn Jillette’s weekend plans: Baby-sit Trace Adkins’ kids, beat Adkins on ‘All-Star Celebrity Apprentice’
- Friday, May 17, 2013
- Penn Jillette and Trace Adkins have become close friends during NBC's all-star season of "Celebrity Apprentice."
- LVH books a classic-rock act, and it ain't 'Rock Vault'; Brad Garrett turns to animation and stand-up after sitcom cancellation
- Friday, May 17, 2013
- "Raiding the Rock Vault" is a classic-rock production show, but Led ZepAgain is in town this weekend.
- Horses of a different color: Crazy Horse Too-Crazy Horse III in court next week; Helldorado Days plots its future
- Thursday, May 16, 2013
- The famous gentlemen's club on Industrial opens next week, but what will it be called?
- 'KWTD': 'Rock Vault' loaded with hits — including a right hook by Howard Leese
- Wednesday, May 15, 2013
- In the first week of "Raiding the Rock Vault" at LVH, Heart guitarist Howard Leese landed one of his greatest hits.
- Elvis king crowned on Fremont Street, but Sam and Linda Thompson also win
- Wednesday, May 15, 2013
- Chad Collins topped a field of 19 Elvis Tribute Artists, but the brother-sister combo of Sam and Linda Thompson picked up some cash, too.
- For ‘Model Employee’ octet, Mandalay Bay is the first, last and only resort
- Tuesday, May 14, 2013
- "Model Employee" is a contest among eight models competing to be the spokeswoman for Mandalay Bay.
- Jerry Lewis keeps it crisp at South Point; next stop is Cannes Film Festival
- Monday, May 13, 2013
- Jerry Lewis appeared solo, without musicians, but made ample use of humor and clips at South Point.
- This news never gets old: The Rolling Stones put on a show for the ages at MGM Grand
- Sunday, May 12, 2013
- The Rolling Stones' aura was never more powerful than during a hits-loaded show Saturday night at MGM Grand Garden Arena.
- An emotional Clint Holmes performance at The Smith Center is an early Mother's Day gift
- Sunday, May 12, 2013
- Clint Holmes had never met Gloria Bullard and her family before May 3, but it was an unforgettable night.
- A Rolling Stones-to-Santana letter exhumed, and a by-the-numbers look at the band
- Friday, May 10, 2013
- In 1970, the Stones asked Santana for permission to use his performance from Altamont in "Gimme Shelter." He said no thanks.
- Packing his trunk of memories, Jerry Lewis hits the stage at South Point
- Thursday, May 9, 2013
- Jerry Lewis is performing at South Point for the first time since leaving the Muscular Dystrophy Association in 2010.
- The Elvis who Linda Thompson remembers 'got a kick' from impressionists
- Thursday, May 9, 2013
- When Elvis was alive, those dressed as Elvis showed up to his shows at the Las Vegas Hilton. He chuckled at being honored that way.
- Las Vegas entertainers rally for Donny & Marie musician Mike Turnbull
- Wednesday, May 8, 2013
- Mike Turnbull is a favorite among Las Vegas musicians, who are organizing to help him pay medical bills from his throat cancer surgery.
- ‘KWTD’: Frankie Scinta on ‘The Scintas’ trek back to town and performing without Chrissi
- Wednesday, May 8, 2013
- The Scintas opened at Shimmer Cabaret in 2000 and quickly became a fan favorite. Fronted by Frankie Scinta, the family act is now at The D.
- Cirque puts its best feet forward in evoking the imagery of Michael Jackson
- Tuesday, May 7, 2013
- The first rollout of "Michael Jackson One" at Mandalay Bay revealed inventive sets and a great sound system.
- Notes: Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s great, but bout wasn’t; Chrissi Scinta’s stage return in question; Marie Osmond hits the (tomato) sauce
- Sunday, May 5, 2013
- Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a great fighter — too great to ensure that his fights at MGM Grand will be suspenseful or packed with action.
- Beyond 'The Dragon': Andre Agassi and Gil Reyes get a lift with award-winning fitness machine
- Thursday, May 2, 2013
- Andre Agassi and Gil Reyes constructed a version of the C.O.D. Machine during Agassi's playing career. Now it's for the public.
- No ifs, ands or buts about the support for former showgirl Shellee Renee
- Wednesday, May 1, 2013
- Shellee Renee is a former "Crazy Girls" performer and is still close friends with "X Burlesque" co-producer Angela Stabile.
- With ‘Pin Up,’ Stratosphere has it covered — which is not the best idea for Claire Sinclair
- Tuesday, April 30, 2013
- Claire Sinclair is a one-time Playboy Playmate of the Year, which is what lures many fans to the nonetheless covered "Pin Up" at Stratosphere.
- Notes: Leigh Zimmerman triumphs in 'A Chorus Line'; an only-in-Vegas day for Clint Holmes; Brody Dolyniuk is returning
- Monday, April 29, 2013
- Leigh Zimmeran, late of "The Producers" at Paris Las Vegas, came away with an Olivier Award for "A Chorus Line" on Sunday.
- Mary Wilson-to-The Venetian would fulfill a Supreme goal
- Monday, April 29, 2013
- Mary Wilson saw Human Nature at its opening at Imperial Palace four years ago — and now might share the same Venetian theater.
- Siegfried & Roy mulling an anniversary event marking Mirage-Montecore incident
- Monday, April 29, 2013
- Siegfried & Roy are the focus of international attention as the 10th anniversary of the Montecore biting of Roy approaches.
- Holly Madison lends her love for animals to 10th ‘Best in Show’ at The Orleans
- Saturday, April 27, 2013
- Holly Madison has made repeated appearances at "Best in Show" and in 2011 adopted her pooch Louis at the event.
- It's 'Frank & Friends' today, but Frank Wildhorn wants 'Jekyll & Hyde' to play Smith Center
- Saturday, April 27, 2013
- "Frank & Friends" features Broadway composer Frank Wildhorn, jazz great Jane Monheit and Cabaret Jazz headliner Clint Holmes.
- Head of Saks Fifth Avenue is ideally suited for his job
- Friday, April 26, 2013
- Steve Sadove was in town last week for the 10th annual Vegas Dozen, his first visit to the event at Saks at Fashion Show mall.
- Pasquale Rotella's taxing statement: EDC's return in 2014 is in jeopardy
- Thursday, April 25, 2013
- The Electric Daisy Carnival is back at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in June, but LET concerns have jeopardized its future in Las Vegas.
- Prince's guitarist is amped for performances at The Joint
- Thursday, April 25, 2013
- Donna Grantis saw Prince in concert in Toronto in November 2011. A year later, she was in his band.
- Pop Evolution is ready for residency at the Stratosphere starting May 7
- Thursday, April 25, 2013
- David Perrico premiered Pop Evolution last May at South Point. The band now has a home at the Stratosphere.
- Packed Stratosphere house is treated to some serious burning at first 'Showbiz Roast'
- Wednesday, April 24, 2013
- Vinnie Favorito closed the show with a sometimes uncomfortable flourish at the first "Showbiz Roast" at Stratosphere.
- A second Electric Daisy Carnival in L.V. in 2014? David Copperfield Theater? Plus, ‘Beacher’s Madhouse’
- Monday, April 22, 2013
- The Electric Daisy Carnival at Las Vegas Motor Speedway has proven such a boon to business in Las Vegas that tourism officials want more.
- At Hakkasan, it's time to rock -- er, EDM -- around the clock
- Monday, April 22, 2013
- Hakkasan is the most ambitious club project ever in a Strip hotel. Is its marriage to EDM going to last?
- Spotlight returns to 'Power of Love' gala; Marshall Sylver's spectacle takes another twist
- Saturday, April 20, 2013
- The "Power of Love" is set for rebroadcast tonight on Vegas TV, and "Larry King Now" focuses on the gala next week.
- 'Lefty' sweeps up a list of skills for judicious magicians
- Wednesday, April 17, 2013
- Doug "Lefty" Leferovich performs an act in Murray Sawchuck's show at the Tropicana, but he does so much more.
- A reinvigorated Jerry Lewis set for May performances at South Point
- Wednesday, April 17, 2013
- Jerry Lewis last performed in Las Vegas in November and is returning to the site of his final MDA Telethon appearance: South Point.
- By June, the extravagant ‘Priscilla’ will be ready to rumble
- Tuesday, April 16, 2013
- "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert — The Musical" is at once warm and mainstream — and flamboyant and outlandish. It comes to the Venetian Theater for an 11-week run beginning June 18.
- ‘KWTD’: Keith Thompson says The Composers Showcase is happily at home at Cabaret Jazz
- Tuesday, April 16, 2013
- Keith Thompson and Michael Brennan started The Composers Showcase seven years ago at Suede restaurant. That business closed, but the Showcase is prospering.
- Steve Wynn's winning weekend: Raising $1.3 million at 'Power of Love'; dinner with Sheldon Adelson
- Tuesday, April 16, 2013
- Steve Wynn offered a week on his yacht, Aquarius, at Saturday's "Power of Love" gala. He wound up raising $1.3 million.
- In shedding Gold Spike, The Siegel Group reminds that anything's for sale
- Monday, April 15, 2013
- Gold Spike opened in 1976 and was operated for years by Jackie Gaughan. Its days as a hotel-casino ended on Sunday afternoon.
- With Quincy Jones and Sir Michael Caine at the center, ‘Power of Love’ is an all-star jam
- Sunday, April 14, 2013
- Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Snoop Lion, Carlos Santana, Herbie Hancock and Whoopi Goldberg helped make the "Power of Love" gala at MGM Grand Garden Arena a night to remember.
- Quincy Jones at 80: Still celebrating birthdays, but not retirement
- Saturday, April 13, 2013
- He’s not finished. That is important to note, or remind, about Quincy Jones: His artistic passion didn’t stop in the 1980s. It seems only to be reinvigorated as he enters the 80s — his own. At age 80, Quincy Jones is a legend-at-work, not a legend-in-retirement.
- Larry Ruvo’s power of persuasion makes ‘Power of Love’ a philanthropic force
- Thursday, April 11, 2013
- The star-studded lineup for this year's Keep Memory Alive "Power of Love" gala is another example of Larry Ruvo's high-powered connections.
- To theme or not to theme: Casino executives might have this debate
- Thursday, April 11, 2013
- What might transpire in a conversation between casino executives over how a new resort should be themed.
- 'Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' sashays into Venetian Theater
- Tuesday, April 9, 2013
- A show long-rumored to be heading to Las Vegas, "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert," rolls into The Venetian in June.
- The dance between BBR and ‘Pin Up’ makes its way to the stage
- Tuesday, April 9, 2013
- BBR founder Anne Martinez has been onstage in "Pin Up" at Stratosphere, opening speculation that a change in singers is in the offing.
- His live CD recording banked, Clint Holmes preps for appearances at Feinstein's in S.F.
- Tuesday, April 9, 2013
- Clint Holmes' weekend shows at Cabaret Jazz are his first live recordings -- and also the first live shows captured for CD at The Smith Center.
- Brad Paisley's use of Brad Garrett's club a shock to ... Brad Garrett, and more from ACM Awards weekend
- Monday, April 8, 2013
- Brad Paisley set up his equipment and instruments to perform a showcase in Brad Garrett's Comedy Club on Friday. That was fine with Garrett, who learned of it two days later.
- Peter ‘Reveen the Impossiblist,’ manager of Lance Burton, dies at 77
- Monday, April 8, 2013
- Peter Reveen helped deliver Lance Burton to the then-opening Monte Carlo in 1995. Burton performed at the resort until 2010.
- Co-hosts Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan talk each other's pants, and Bryan pockets Entertainer of the Year at ACM Awards
- Sunday, April 7, 2013
- Colin Kaepernick was a highlight of the red carpet walk outside MGM Grand before the show, as the 49ers quarterback chatted about predecessor Alex Smith.
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