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January 20, 2009

Metapost: Las Vegas Ongoing Shows & Events

Bally's
Bellagio
Caesar's Palace
Excalibur
Flamingo
Greek Isles
Las Vegas Hilton
Luxor
Mandalay Bay
Mirage
MGM Grand
Monte Carlo
New York New York
Paris
Planet Hollywood
Rio
Sahara
Tropicana
Treasure Island
Venetian
Wynn
Miscellaneous


Bally's

Jubilee (details), Bally's
Price US $65.00-82.00
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The Price is Right (details), Bally's
Price US $49.50
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Bellagio

O (details), Bellagio
Price US $99.00-150.00
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Caesar's Palace

Elton John (details), The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Price US $100.00-250.00
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Bette Midler (details), The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Price US $86.36-227.27
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Cher (details), The Colosseum at Caesar's Palace (Selected Dates)
Price US $95-250
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Excalibur

Tournament of Kings (details), Excalibur
Price US $58.24
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Thunder from Down Under (details), Excalibur
Price US $39.95-49.95
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Louie Anderson (details), Excalibur
Price US $45.00
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Defending the Caveman (details), Golden Nugget
Price US $43.95-60.45
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Flamingo

Nathan Burton Comedy Magic (details)
Price US $17.00-44.00
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Greek Isles

The Soprano's Last Supper (details), Greek Isles
Price US $52.40-74.40
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Las Vegas Hilton

Laugh out Loud with the Scintas (details), Las Vegas Hilton
Price US $39.55
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Menopause the Musical (details), Las Vegas Hilton
Price US $54.45
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Barry Manilow (details), Las Vegas Hilton
Price US $95-225
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Luxor

Fantasy (details), Luxor
Price US $49.50-60.50
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Carrot Top (details), Luxor
Price US $54.95-65.95
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Chris Angel(details), Believe (by Circque du Soliel)
Price US $59-150
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Mandalay Bay

Disney's The Lion King (details), Mandalay Bay
Price US $53.00-168.50
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David Foster and Friends (details), Mandalay Bay
Price US $53.00-168.50
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Mirage

The Beatles LOVE (details), Mirage
Price US $69.00-150.00
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MGM Grand

Ka (details), MGM Grand
Price US $69.00-150.00
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Various Headliner Performances (details), MGM Grand
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Monte Carlo

Lance Burton (details), Monte Carlo
Price US $66.50-72.55
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New York New York

Zumanity (details), New York New York
Price US $69.00-129.00
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Paris

Anthony Cools (details), Paris Las Vegas
Price US $52.75-74.75
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Planet Hollywood

Peepshow (details), Planet Hollywood
Price US $59.00-149.00
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Rio

Penn and Teller (details), Rio
Price US $44.55-85.80
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Tony & Tina's Wedding (details), Rio
Price US $49.99, $79.08, $125(VIP), $149.99 plus tax & fees
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Chippendales (details), Rio
Price US $39.00
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Sahara

The Platters, Cornell Gunter's Coasters, and the Marvelettes (details), Sahara Hotel
Price US $49.50-62.50
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Tropicana


Xtreme Magic (details), Tropicana
Price US $34.10-37.40
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Folies Bergere (details), Tropicana
Price US $64.90-70.40
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Treasure Island

Mystere (details), Treasure Island
Price US $60.00-95.00
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Venetian

Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular (details), Venetian
Price US $76.10-165.20
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Blue Man Group (details), Venetian
Price US $71.50-121.00
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Wayne Brady (details), Venetian
Price US $69.00-89.00
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Wynn

La Reve (details), Wynn
Price US $99.00-159.00
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Danny Gans (details), Mirage
Price US $100.00
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Miscellaneous

Joey & Maria's Wedding (details), Empire Ballroom
Price US $89.00
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Marriage can be Murder (details), Canyon Club at Four Queens
Price US $61.00-76.50
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All That Drag by Lucky Cheng's Drag Cabaret Restaurant (details)
Price US $39.95
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September 7, 2008

Tony Bennett at Las Vegas Hilton

UPDATE--Tony Bennett does not currently have any Vegas shows scheduled for 2008. Any changes will be updated here as they become available.

Location:
Hilton Theater
Las Vegas Hilton
3000 S. Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$70.00 - $90.00 plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
October 12 & 13 - 8:00 PM.

Reservations:
*Tickets will go on sale July 28, 2007.
Hilton Box Office: 702-732-5755 or 800-222-5361.

Description:
Timeless crooner Tony "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" Bennett will be performing two nights at Las Vegas Hilton. Bennett has been entertaining audiences with his velvety voice and easy demeanor for almost sixty years, and he's still going strong.

Check out Bennett's bio, discography, and more at TonyBennett.net.

Hello Dere! at Gold Coast

UPDATE: This show is no longer playing at the Gold Coast Casino. Any future engagements at this location will be immediately updated

Location:
Showroom
Gold Coast
4000 W. Flamingo Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89103

Price:
$29.95 plus live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Wednesday through Sunday - 7:30 PM.
Final performances now through June 17.

Reservations:
Call 702-251-3574 or 888-402-6278, or click here to purchase tickets online.
(Dinner packages available for telephone purchases only.)

Dark Dates:
Monday and Tuesday.

Description:
Husband and wife team Marty Allen and Karon Kate Blackwell combine the comedic talents of Allen ('Ed Sullivan Show', 'Hollywood Squares') with the music of Blackwell, an accomplished singer and pianist.


From the Gold Coast site:

Comedian Marty Allen and singer, songwriter and straight woman Karon Kate are still one of the best comedy/straight routines in the entertainment industry. When you see the show, you will see that he is the Marty Allen of 40 years ago.

One of the reasons for the success of their show is its spontaneity. "Karon has no idea each show what I'm going to say or do. Even the parts that I write, I try to keep fresh. I constantly add new lines so the routines aren't the same," says Marty.

One of Karon's most popular songs is Wedding Wows. It became so popular, she recorded an album and included the song. Her first album, titled simply Karon Kate Blackwell, included Wedding Wows and several familiar songs such as ode To Billie Joe and God Bless The U.S.A. One single, I Can't Laugh was a Cashbox 'pick of the week' selection in August 1994.

Both Marty and Karon say that when they are on stage, they don't think about the fact that they are married. Rather, they just focus on each other's talents. There's a natural dynamic and chemistry whey they perform. Just what keeps Marty going at 85 years old? Duracell batteries, says Karon.

Reviews:

'Hello Dere an entertaining time trip', by Mike Weatheford - Las Vegas Review-Journal
Hello Dere!, by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com

Barry Manilow: Music and Passion at Las Vegas Hilton

Location:
Hilton Theater
Las Vegas Hilton
3000 S. Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$127.00, $154.50, $198.50, and $253.50, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:

All shows at 8:00 PM.

Reservations:
Call 1-800-222-5361, or href="https://reservations.lvhilton.com/cgi-bin/LANSAWEB?procfun+netsls+netsls+tck+funcparms+IOFRWW(A010):MANILOW%2007">click here to order tickets online.

Dark Dates:
Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays.

Description:
Barry Manilow has been entertaining audiences for decades with such classic hits as "Mandy" and "Copacabana." The singer/songwriter/musician has been performing regularly to sold out crowds at the Las Vegas Hilton since 2005.

Reviews:
'Here's to Las Vegas', by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal
Review by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com

Platters, Cornell Gunter's Coasters, Beary Hobb's Drifters at Sahara

Location:
Congo Room
Sahara
2535 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$39 plus taxes and fees.

Schedule:
Daily - 7:30 PM.

Reservations:
Call 702-737-2515 or click here to make reservations through Sahara.

Description:
This musical show will take you back in time as some of the original members of the Platters, Drifters, and Coasters perform classics such as "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes", "Only You", and "Searchin."

From the Sahara site:

It's a triple headliner as The Platters, Beary Hobb's Drifters and Cornell Gunter's Coasters take the stage in the Sahara's legendary Congo Room. Catch these talented performers live as they present dozens of the most popular Top 20 hits of the 50's and 60's. Experience their tight harmonies on hits like "Twilight Time," "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow," "This Magic Moment," "Stand By Me," "Poison Ivy" and "Under the Boardwalk."

To find out more about these influential music groups, check out the links to their websites:
The Platters Site
The Coasters Site
The Drifters Site

Reviews:
'The Platters / Coasters / Drifters', by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com

'The Platters, The Drifters, and The Coasters', review by Ted Newkirk - las-vegas-shows-reviews.com

What people are saying - genesisentertainmentinc.com

Steve Wyrick Real Magic at Planet Hollywood

Location:
Steve Wyrick Entertainment Complex
Miracle Mile Shops
Planet Hollywood
3667 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$65.95 & $87.95, plus applicable taxes and fees.

Schedule:
Saturday through Thursday - 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM.

Reservations:
Call 702-777-7794.

Dark Dates:
Fridays.

Description:
He's one of the most highly acclaimed illusionists in the world, and his show with bigger than life illusions is one of the hippest and hottest on the Las Vegas strip. Wyrick has been performing in Vegas for more than 10 years, and his show is so successful that he now has his own custom-made entertainment complex. To find out more about this amazing performer, click here to visit his website.

From the Miracle Mile Shops website:

Steve Wyrick pulls out all the stops for this one-of-a-kind mega-illusion magic experience. Wyrick's new show is faster-paced, more edgy and uncut, yet has the quality production value of a Broadway performance. Wyrick performs some of the most imaginative and mind-blowing illusions anywhere including making a Lear Jet 35 and AS 350 helicopter appear and a West Coast Chopper disappear into mid-air. Wyrick also incorporates a H2 Hummer into the spellbinding experience. His signature, larger- than-life illusions headline, but it is Wyrick's personal touches that make the show truly unique, allowing audience members to experience both the largest and smallest magic in one unforgettable performance. The total production costs for the show are more than $10 million dollars.

Reviews:
'Steve Wyrick', review by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com
'Steve Wyrick - Real Magic', by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal

Carrot Top At Luxor

Location:
Atrium Showroom
Luxor
3900 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89119-1000

Price:
$65.95 and $54.95, plus service fee and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays - 8 PM
Saturdays - 7 PM and 9 PM

Reservations:
Call 800-557-7428 or Reserve your tickets online now.

Dark Dates:
Every Tuesday.

Description:
World-famous comic Carrot Top has found a home for himself - and his trunks full of props - at the Luxor.

From the Luxor site:

The award-winning comedy of Scott "Carrot Top" Thompson, also titled "Entertainer of the Year!" and "Comedian of the Year," keeps his audience in stitches as he unpacks trunk loads of crazy props and wacky inventions.

Carrot Top describes himself as a culmination of George Carlin ("observational humor"), Steven Wright ("dark, sick humor") and Gallagher ("the props"). Whatever his style, Carrot Top - with his trademark mop of red hair - is rocking Luxor Las Vegas right now! Don't miss the best comedic entertainment in Las Vegas!


Reviews:
On Top of His Game, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal

Howie Mandel At MGM Grand

Location:
Hollywood Theatre
MGM Grand
3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$79.00 inclusive.

Schedule:

All shows at 9:00 PM.

Reservations:
Reserve your tickets online now.

Description:
Deal Or No Deal host Howie Mandel has his roots in comedy, dating back to his 1979 appearance on television's Make Me Laugh. Since then he has entertained millions, both on television and in live performances. He returns to the MGM Grand this spring and summer for a series of limited-engagement runs sure to bring a smile to the faces of his many fans.

Bette Midler at Caesars Palace

Location:
The Colosseum
Caesars Palace
3570 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$86.36, $127.27, $159.09, $227.27 plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Currently scheduled dates:
Feb. 20 - March 9, 2008 - 7:30 PM.
According to Bette Midler's website, she has signed a two year contract, so more dates should become available soon.

Reservations:
Call 1-877-723-8836, or purchase tickets online through TicketMaster.

Dark Dates:
Monday & Thursday.

Description:
Here's your chance to see 'The Divine Miss M'! She can act, sing, and dance, which makes her one of the original triple-threat entertainers of her generation. All of her talent, combined with a natural stage presence and excellent comedic timing, makes Bette Midler one of the most popular performers in the world. To find out more about this amazing and versatile artist, check out her website.

From the Caesars Palace site:

Caesars Palace is proud to welcome its newest diva: The Divine Miss M, Bette Midler! Only a venue like The Colosseum is spectacular enough to contain this powerhouse performer, in what promises to be the biggest, most imaginative show she's ever done.

Las Vegas may never be the same after the arrival of Bette Midler, winner of four GRAMMY® awards, an Emmy and a Tony. Her incomparable sense of humor and extensive song catalog (which includes four chart-topping #1 singles) have earned her staying power and a devoted fan base while lesser talents have come and gone.

Don't miss Midler and her fabulous "Kiss My Brass" section in a Vegas-themed show featuring plenty of girls, gags and guffaws. This is why they call her "Divine."

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Stomp Out Loud

Location:
Stomp Out Loud Showroom
Planet Hollywood
3667 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$45.45, $68.18, & $100.00, plus applicable taxes and fees.

Schedule:
Thursday through Tuesday - 8:00 PM.

Reservations:
Call 702-785-5055 or purchase tickets online through TicketMaster.

Dark Dates:
Wednesdays.

Description:
Stomp Out Loud, the percussionist dream show, is now ongoing at Planet Hollywood. With nothing more than trash cans, pizza boxes, car keys, and other mundane objects, the energetic performers are able to create interesting tribal rhythms that are guaranteed to have the audience moving in their chairs. There is even an interactive area where the audience can show off their musical talent with the same objects used in the show - a great hands-on experience for kids.

From the Planet Hollywood site:

From the original creators of international sensation STOMP, comes STOMP OUT LOUD. With additional sequences created especially for The Showroom, STOMP OUT LOUD is a journey through sound, a celebration of the everyday and a comic interplay of characters wordlessly communicating through dance and drum.

For more news and information, check out the Stomp website.

Reviews:
'Stomp Out Loud', Review by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal

'Review of Stomp Out Loud', by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com

'Stomp Out Loud', by Bob Verini - Variety.com

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Wayne Brady: Making %@it Up! At Venetian

Location:
Showroom
Venetian
3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$89 and $69, plus handling fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:

Show runs Thursday through Sunday at 9:30 PM.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time.

Reservations:
Call 702-414-9000 or 866-641-7469, or click here to order online.

Dark Dates:
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Description:
Popular comedian Wayne Brady, perhaps best known for his long run on ABC's Whose Line Is It Anyway?, brings his act to the Las Vegas Strip for the month of April.

From the Venetian site:

Brady is well known for his hilarious improvised antics, unique musical talents and limitless impersonation skills as showcased on the hit show "Whose Line is it Anyway?" and the syndicated talk show "The Wayne Brady Show." No stranger to the Las Vegas market, Brady will bring a new comedic show featuring a live band and dancers for his month-long engagement at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino.

March 10, 2008

Las Vegas Shows and Events Metapost, March 2008

March 11, 2008

Gipsy Kings, The Joint at Hard Rock
Price US $62.00-132.00
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March 13, 2008

Silverstein, House of Blues
Price US $15.00
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March 14, 2008

Flogging Molly, House of Blues
Price US $20.00
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Twiztid, Jillians
Price US $20.00
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March 15, 2008

Guilty by Association, Jillians
Price US $10.00
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Gogol Bordello, Canyon Club at Four Queens
Price US $22.00
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Marquez vs. Pacquiao, Mandalay Bay
Price US $100.00-600.00
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Moody Blues, Planet Hollywood
Price US $47.25-78.75
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Flogging Molly
, House of Blues
Price US $20.00
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March 16, 2008

Mix 94.1 St. Paddy's Eve Bash featuring The Young Dubliners, The Joint at Hard Rock
Price US $19.00
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March 18, 2008

Matchbox Twenty
, The Pearl Concert Theater at The Palms
Price US $85.00-150.00
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March 19, 2008

J. Holiday $ Trey Songz, House of Blues
Price US $25.00-35.00
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Chicago, MGM Grand (March 19-26)
Price US $75.00-100.00
(Ticket availability online only)
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March 21, 2008

English Beat, House of Blues
Price US $20.00
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Bob Saget, The Joint at Hard Rock
Price US $36.50-66.50
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Evening of Comedy & Magic, Whiskey Petes (March 21 & 22)
Price US $22.45
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March 22, 2008

Fergie, Mandalay Bay
Price US $49.25-101.75
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Candlebox, House of Blues
Price US $22.00
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March 26, 2008

Ace Frehley, House of Blues
Price US $25.00-40.00
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March 28, 2008

Collective Soul, Mandalay Bay
Price US $62.50
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Bad Religion, House of Blues (March 28 & 29)
Price US $22.50
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Major League Weekend--Cubs vs. Mariners, Cashman Field (March 28 & 29)
Price US $36.25-56.25
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March 29, 2008

The Music of Led Zeppelin, Planet Hollywood
Price US $25.00-100.00
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Julio Iglesias, Star of the Desert Arena
CANCELLED

Margaret Cho, Pearl Concert theater at The Palms
Price US $35.00-55.00
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Extreme Thing 2008, Desert Breeze Skate Park
Price US $17.00-27.00
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Kenny Loggins, Primm Valley Resorts, Buffalo Bills
Price US $38.45-49.45
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Whelen All-American Series, The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Price US $10.00
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March 30, 2008

Justice, House of Blues
Price US $25.00
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My Chemical Romance, The Joint at Hard Rock (March 30 &31)
Price US $32.00
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January 17, 2008

Tom Jones at MGM Grand

Location:
Hollywood Theatre
MGM Grand
3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$92.40 inclusive of a 10% Live Entertainment Tax.

Schedule:
Dates for 2008:

Jan 17-30
Mar 27-Apr 9

Shows at 8:00 PM nightly.

Reservations:
Reserve your tickets online now.

Description:

From BroadwayWorld--

"Jones began playing here almost 40 years ago and his is a remarkable record, in that he is by no means an oldies act like so many others who came up in the 60s. He hit a dry patch in his career but came back strong about 20 years ago with his take on the Prince hit, "Kiss." He began to record with the UK's best and brightest -- Van Morrison, Robbie Williams, among them -- and continues to succeed, changing musical genres, always experimenting.

OK, now that we're caught up on the career, how about the show?

For 90 minutes Jones performs a mix of his hits, some standards and, best of all, R& B and blues (both of which he does phenomenally well). His voice today might lack the range it had years ago, but it still has more range than almost any singer around. And it's got more depth. As was true of the late, amazing, Ruth Brown, Jones' voice just gets richer with age.

It's worth noting that his audience is of all ages, both genders and from around the world. Thus, his appeal is, apparently, ageless and universal. And he's not the same "medallion man" you might remember. The 740-seat Hollywood Theatre at the MGM is the perfect size venue in which to see him."

July 3, 2007

Rodney Carrington at MGM Grand

Location:
Hollywood Theatre
MGM Grand
3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$58.50 Inclusive.

Schedule:
July 26 - August 1, 2007.
Shows at 9:00 PM nightly, 8:00 PM on Saturday.

Reservations:
Click here to purchase tickets online through MGM Grand.

Description:
Country comedian Rodney Carrington will be performing a limited engagement at MGM Grand. His act crosses the genres of music performance and stand-up comedy, and his songs have become crossover hits to gain airplay on both country and rock stations.

From Rodney's website:

Rodney broke through with his major label debut "Hangin' With Rodney" in 1998. The album, which featured fan favorite songs "Letter to My Penis" and "Fred," sold more than 475,000 copies and established Rodney, with his trademark black cowboy hat, boots, and Texas twang, as the king of middle class comedy.

The next few years saw four more Top 10 albums: "Live", "Morning Wood", "Nutsack" and "Greatest Hits", all of which continue to receive major radio airplay on both country and rock formats. "Greatest Hits," a double CD, earned a RIAA certified Gold Record and is well on its way to Platinum. His major network comedy, "Rodney," ran on ABC from 2004-2006.


June 21, 2007

Larry G. Jones: The Man of 1002 Voices at Fitzgeralds

Location:
Showroom
Fitzgeralds
301 Fremont St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101

Price:
$22.00 - $39.95

Schedule:
Thursdays through Mondays - 9:00 PM.

Reservations:
Call 702-388-2400 or 1-800-595-4849 or click here to purchase tickets online.

Dark Dates:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Description:
Impressions and song parodies abound as Larry G. Jones shows off his knack for voices in his ongoing show at Fitzgeralds. Ross Perot, Willie Nelson, Austin Powers, Cher, and of course Elvis are just some of the 72 personas he takes on during the performance. You can read about him at his website here.

Reviews:
'Larry G. Jones', by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com
What people are saying - TripAdvisor.com

"His mannerisms and vocalizations are dead-on, it is his comical parodies that set him apart. Unlike most impressionists Jones can readily switch his voice from men to women and back again" - Las Vegas Senior Press

"Jones not only delivers terrific impressions, his comedic talent is well-timed and physically impressive. He's got the sound, facial expressions, the moves - and the talent - to easily fill a larger room. His parody of Johnny Cash's Ring of Fire is hilarious; likewise Julio Iglesias and Willie Nelson. His duet between Nat King Cole and daughter Natalie Cole is awesome. He's a rare late afternoon delight. A must see!." - EVegas.net


May 23, 2007

Diana Krall At Las Vegas Hilton

Location:
Hilton Theater
Las Vegas Hilton
3000 S. Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$125, $115, $105, and $95, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
June 14-17, 2007 - 8:00 PM

Reservations:
Call 800-222-5361 or 702-732-5755, or click here to purchase tickets online.

Description:
Diana Krall has been collecting accolades for her sultry jazz vocals almost as long as she's been singing. Krall has garnered two Grammys, for 1999's When I Look In Your Eyes and 2002's Live In Paris, as well as plenty of critical praise for her work. She brings her one-of-a-kind show to the Las Vegas Hilton's Hilton Theater for four nights this June.

May 21, 2007

Gordie Brown At Venetian

Location:
Venetian Showroom
Venetian
3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$69.00, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Tuesday through Thursday - 7:30 PM

Dark Dates:
Wednesdays.

Reservations:
Click here to purchase tickets online.

Description:
The art of impressions is one of the most popular forms of comedy, and Gordie Brown is one of its most popular practitioners working today. He's been in residence at the Venetian since August 2006, entertaining audiences with a wide range of impressions.

From the Venetian site:

With incomparable comedic timing and a uniquely edgy and energetic style, Gordie Brown takes audiences on a hilarious joyride where the laughs start fast and never stop. Brown has left audiences around the world laughing in the aisles as he brings together his engaging comedy and mastery of impersonation. Accompanied by his sizzling five-piece band, Gordie Brown's performance is a breathless combination of comedy and music that draws from generations of your favorite stars, politicians, and pop culture icons. A performer that defies description and a show unlike anything you've ever seen before. Get your laugh on with Gordie Brown at The Venetian.

Reviews:
Stuck In The Middle, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal

May 10, 2007

Wayne Newton At Harrah's

Location:
The Theater
Harrah's
3475 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$110.00 and $82.50, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
May 10th - May 12th
May 14th - May 19th
May 22nd - May 27th
May 29th - June 2nd
June 5th - June 9th
June 11th - June 16th
June 19th - June 23rd
June 25th - June 30th
July 3rd - July 7th
All shows start at 8:00 PM.

Reservations:
Call 702-369-5222, or click here to purchase tickets online through Harrah's.

Description:
Also known as "Mr. Las Vegas," Wayne Newton has been entertaining audiences in Sin City almost as long as it's been an entertainment destination. With undeniable charm and energy, his show is not one to be missed.

From the Harrah's site:

Wayne Newton, whose voice and singing style are synonymous with great Las Vegas entertainment, will be back at Harrah's Las Vegas, beginning May 1, 2007 and running through July 7, 2007.

"Mr. Las Vegas" will be performing an exciting compilation of his classic hits and favorite songs. Appearing with Newton will be his talented orchestra and ensemble singers. Find out why the city's greatest living legend is still packing houses after 40 years and 30,000 shows!

May 8, 2007

Chicago At MGM Grand

Location:
Hollywood Theatre
MGM Grand
3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$100.00 inclusive.

Schedule:
May 10th-16th, 2007 - 9:00 PM

Reservations:
Click here to purchase tickets online.

Dark Dates:
May 13th.

Description:
Pop group Chicago are one of the most popular musical acts in America over the last four decades, with 26 hit albums and over $120 million in record sales. This spring, they bring their highly popular live show to the MGM Grand's Hollywood Theatre for a one-week run.

May 2, 2007

Bill Maher At Hard Rock

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Hard Rock Las Vegas


Location:
The Joint
Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas
4455 Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$54.50 and $42.50, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
May 4 - 11:30 PM
May 5 - 11:00 PM
June 15 - 9:00 PM
June 16 - 9:00 PM

Reservations:
Click here to reserve tickets online through Ticketmaster. Enter the code TMDEAL in the "Ticketdeals Partner Offer" box to save $10 on each ticket.

Description:
Political humorist Maher made the most of his gig hosting Politically Incorrect on Comedy Central and ABC, becoming a household name before moving to HBO to host Real Time. He's returning to his stand-up roots this spring for a limited engagement at the Hard Rock.

From Bill Maher's site:

Bill Maher is one of the most politically astute comedians in America today. His unflinching honesty and commitment to never pulling a punch have garnered him the respect and admiration of millions of fans. In 2003, Maher launched a new show, "Real Time with Bill Maher," on HBO, a network that's a perfect fit for his irreverent style. The hour-long show airs live at 11:00PM on Friday nights.

Maher's credits include five HBO specials, including the critically acclaimed "Bill Maher: Be More Cynical" and most recently, the Emmy nominated "I'm Swiss." Maher has participated in sold-out comedy tours throughout the United States. He received a Tony nomination for the three-week run of his one-man Broadway Show, "Victory Begins at Home."

An English major graduate from Cornell University, Maher began his career honing his act during the '80s on the New York club scene. He reflects upon this time in True Story, a novelization of his club life and a funny, revealing depiction of the comic.

Bill Maher Talks Vegas:
Politically Charged, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review Journal

May 1, 2007

Elton John: The Red Piano At Caesars Palace

Location:
The Colosseum
Caesars Palace
3570 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$100-250, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
May 8-13: 7:30 PM
Show is dark on Thursday, May 10.

Reservations:
Call 888-435-8665, or click here to reserve tickets online.

Description:
For over 30 years Elton John been a pop icon, with hits like Candle In The Wind, Rocket Man, and The Bitch Is Back building his reputation as a worldwide favorite. Now he's returning to Caesars Palace for a limited engagement.

From the Caesars Palace site:

He has survived the ups and downs of musical stardom for over 30 years. Commercially, creatively, on stage and on record, Elton John is a legendary artist -- one who is still as relevant as ever.

Elton John's finely honed stage presence, a winning factor in targeting his tunes straight into the heart of America, is excess incarnate. In The Red Piano, the showy costumes are replaced by incredible video imagery and stage props, yet the end result is unmistakably classic Elton John.

Gregarious, show-stopping, outlandish and unforgettable. Words that could be Elton John as much as they are Vegas. Together with photographer David LaChapelle, Elton John has created The Red Piano -- a career overview performance you won't soon forget.

The Red Piano takes the audience inside Elton John's world. LaChapelle creates a dreamscape dripping with rich imagery of Hollywood and Las Vegas icons -- each moment created to give the viewer a new, three dimensional interpretation of Elton John and Bernie Taupin's most memorable recordings.

Please note that The Red Piano is designed with a Vegas theme and mature audiences in mind. The video imagery that accompanies the music may at times be considered risqué, and includes montage style scenes that include brief frontal nudity. The Video content is designed within the context of the songs and overall theme of the show.

Reviews of previous Red Piano engagements:
John's videos effective, but he needs more screen time, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal

April 20, 2007

Louie Anderson: Larger Than Life

Location:
Thunder From Down Under Showroom
Excalibur
3850 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$45.00, plus live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Saturday through Thursday - 7:00 PM

Reservations:
Call 702-597-7600, or click here to make reservations online.

Dark Dates:
Fridays. Also, these dates in 2007:
May 8
May 17
July 21

Description:
Comedian (and former Family Feud host) Louie Anderson brings his unique wit to audiences at the Excalibur.

From the Excalibur site:

Louie Anderson is one of the funniest and best-known comedians working today. He's loved by television audiences who never missed his nightly hit series Family Feud or his appearances on late night chat shows. Spend an evening laughing with Louie as he shares his uniquely homespun brand of wry wisdom.

Reviews:
Louie Anderson showcases renewed energy at Excalibur, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal
Review by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com

April 12, 2007

Rita Rudner At Harrah's

Location:
The Theater
Harrah's
3475 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$54, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Monday through Saturday - 8:00 PM

Reservations:
Call 702-369-5222, or click here to make reservations online through Harrah's.

Dark Dates:
Sundays. Also, these dates in 2007:
April 13
April 17
April 30
May 2-4
May 7
May 9-11
May 15-18
May 21
May 23-25
May 29-July 1

Description:

From the Harrah's site:

Rita Rudner brings her unique style of comedy to Harrah's Las Vegas. "I'm very excited because it puts me much closer to the Forum Shops, which I think they might rename the Rita Shops," says Rudner.

In a city of cabarets and production shows, Rudner is one of the few female headliners who has achieved success by keeping her clothes on. An accomplished actress, best-selling author and comedian, Rudner's witty commentary on men and relationships has earned her national acclaim and awards. Her fourth book and second novel, "Turning the Tables," was released in 2006 by Crown Publishing.

Reviews:
Married To Her Act, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal

April 10, 2007

Toni Braxton: Revealed At Flamingo

Location:
Flamingo Showroom
Flamingo
3555 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Price:
$130.70, $108.70, and $86.70, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday - 7:30 PM

Reservations:
Call 702-733-3333 or 800-221-7299, or click here to order online through Harrah's/showtickets.com.

Dark Dates:
Sundays and Mondays.

Also, these dates in 2007:
April 24-28
May 22-26
June 6
June 19-23
July 17-21
August 14-18

Description:
Six-time Grammy winner Tony Braxton combines her life and music with some sexy outfits in her show at the Flamingo.

From the Flamingo site:

Toni Braxton: Revealed is a musical production that draws upon Ms. Braxton's experience as an accomplished musician, singer and Broadway performer, complete with her incredible band, amazing costumes, background singers and dancers.

With one of the most distinctive and recognizable voices in contemporary music, Toni Braxton has built an impressive catalog of five albums that have sold over 40 million copies. She has had a worldwide fan base of music lovers since she first burst onto the contemporary music scene in 1991 with "Love Shoulda Brought You Home."

Reviews:
Room to 'Breathe Again,' by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal
Review by Chuck Rounds - iGoShows.com

March 19, 2007

Celine Dion: A New Day... At Caesars Palace

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Caesars Palace Las Vegas


Location:
The Colosseum
Caesars Palace
3570 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas , NV 89109

Price:
$204, $159, $116, and $80, plus fees and live entertainment tax.

Schedule:
Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30 PM.

Reservations:
Call 1-877-4-CELINE, or click here to book online through Harrah's/Ticketmaster.

Dark Dates:
Mondays and Tuesdays. Also, these dates in 2007:

March 21 - April 11
May 9 - 15
June 6 - 12
July 4 - Aug. 15
Sept. 12 - 19
Sept. 26
Oct. 3
Oct. 15 - Nov. 20
Nov. 28

Description:
Canadian pop superstar Celine Dion has become a big draw on the Las Vegas Strip with A New Day..., created by former Cirque du Soleil director Franco Dragone.

From the Caesars Palace site:

Arguably one of the most popular musical artists of our time, Celine Dion has sold over 175 million albums worldwide, making her the biggest selling female artist of all time.

Celine is thrilled with the opportunity to bring her music to a major theatrical production. "This show marks a turning point in my professional journey. It will guide me to self-discovery, to push the limits of performance and offer a new stage experience to my devoted fans."

"With this show, a new day really does begin for me. I will never again be the same type of performer. I am emboldened by dancers of all disciplines, powerful trainers who made my body stronger and more flexible. I fly, I dance, I bend and I stretch, and, believe it or not, I am enjoying every minute of it." - Celine Dion

An evening spent with Celine is nothing short of extraordinary. She creates her own universe on stage, and then shares it intimately with the audience in a way that heightens and intensifies their senses. You'll leave the show seeing more than you did the day before.

"This is a show about pain, doubt, laughter, talent, beauty, music, friendship, songs. A show about people. About trust. About yes and maybe and no. About ambition, tears and smiles and teamwork. More than anything, though, it is a show about passion." - Celine Dion

Reviews:
As Dion feels more comfortable, her show improves, by Mike Weatherford - Las Vegas Review-Journal
Frommer's review of Celine Dion: A New Day...


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