Doo-Wop Legends Sha Na Na Come to Suncoast Showroom Feb. 11-12
By: A.A. Cristi
Rock and roll doo-wop stars Sha Na Na will bring their high school hop dance hits to Suncoast Showroom on Feb. 11-12.
Rising to stardom in the hit musical "Grease" as Johnny Casino and the Gamblers, Sha Na Na combined their penchant for classic rock and theatrics to become a prolific force in bringing doo-wop hits into the 1970's. The band performed six songs on the Grease soundtrack, including their renditions of "Blue Moon," "Hound Dog, "Tears on My Pillow" and more. Sha Na Na hosted its own variety show that ran from 1977-1981, which was one of the most-watched programs in syndication during its run. The series featured performances of 1950's and 1960's doo-wop hits, plus comedy skits and more. The all-star special guest lineup included artists like Chubby Checker, the Ramones, Ethel Merman, Billy Crystal, and many more. In 2013, the group released "Sha Na Na - Greaser High School Hop," a compilation of famous 50's and 60's classic songs. Showtime is 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $19.95 plus tax and fees, and can be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000; online at www.suncoastcasino.com; or in-person at The Orleans Box Office, and gift shops inside Suncoast, Gold Coast and Sam's Town. Tickets may also be purchased the day of the show (depending upon availability) at the venue box office.Located at the corner of Alta Drive and South Rampart Boulevard, Suncoast Hotel and Casino features eight restaurants, a 16-screen movie theater, a 600-seat bingo room, a 500-seat state-of-the-art showroom and an 80,000-square foot casino. For further information, visit www.suncoastcasino.com, on Facebook (www.facebook.com/suncoastcasino), and Twitter (@suncoastcasino). Suncoast Hotel and Casino is a property of Boyd Gaming. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming is a leading diversified owner and operator of 24 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana and Mississippi. Additional news and information on Boyd Gaming can be found at www.boydgaming.com. Boyd Gaming and Suncoast press releases are available at boydgaming.mediaroom.com.
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