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OSCAR Winner John Legend to Be Featured Alongside Cirque du Soleil in Vegas
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2015
One Night for ONE DROPimagined by Cirque du Soleil welcomes R&B recording artist John Legend for an exclusive performance at The Mirage Hotel & Casino Friday, March 20.
USITT Seeks Applicants for 2015 Elite Training This May in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2015
USITT is accepting applications for its popular Elite Training weekend May 28-30 at the Cirque du Soleil Training Center in Las Vegas.
THE FOOD CHAIN Runs 3/19-4/4 at Onyx Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2015
Off Strip Productions, The Onyx's resident theatre company, presents The Food Chain by Nicky Silver. The limited run begins Thursday, March 19, at The Onyx in Commercial Center and plays through April 4. The show is directed by Asylum Theatre Artistic Director Sarah O'Connell.
Melissa Ritz to Bring JOURNEY OF A BOMBSHELL to Las Vegas Little Theater, 3/23-24
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2015
Straight from its sold-out run as part of the United Solo Theater Festival in New York City, the award-winning Journey of a Bombshell: The Ina Ray Hutton Story takes center stage at the Las Vegas Little Theater. Las Vegas' own Melissa Ritz brings years of research to this one-woman piece, which earned her the Best Emerging Actress 2014 Award at the festival.
Mimi Bessette, Jesse Lenat & More to Lead DUCK COMMANDER MUSICAL in Las Vegas; Full Cast Set!
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2015
After a nationwide search, full casting for the highly anticipated production, DUCK COMMANDER MUSICAL, is now available. Based on the best-selling book The Duck Commander Family by Willie and Korie Robertson, preview performances for DUCK COMMANDER MUSICAL will begin April 8. The production will make its world premiere at the Crown Theater inside Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino on April 15. The talented cast features Broadway veterans and Las Vegas locals who will join the company in celebration of the Robertson family's rags-to- riches story.
The Venetian Las Vegas Welcomes Joey Fatone as Bourbon Room Owner Dennis Dupree in ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
ROCK OF AGES guest star Joey Fatone received an official welcome to The Venetian Las Vegas with the presentation of a commemorative key to The Bourbon Room onstage at the ROCK OF AGES Theatre.
Liberace's Razzle Dazzle to Return in MUSIC, MEMORIES AND THE MANSION Benefit for Opera Las Vegas This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
This Today night at 8 p.m., exactly 28 years to the month after the passing of Wladziu Valentino Liberace, old friends, former show business colleagues and admirers of the flamboyantly affable entertainer, widely known as Mr. Showmanship, will once again light the candelabra and return music and frivolity into his home. The former Walter Busterkeys inspired the glitz and glamour of many a performer including current day music icons Elton John and Lady GaGa. The celebration is called 'Music, Memories and The Mansion: A Night with Liberace' to benefit Opera Las Vegas, a nonprofit company dedicated to bringing world-class opera to Southern Nevada.
FLIGHT FACILITIES Comes to the Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas This Winter
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2015
Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, recently named "Best Live Music Venue" by Las Vegas Weekly and "Best New Venue" by Vegas Seven, is thrilled to announce Flight Facilities live at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas.
BWW Preview: The Smith Center Presents Broadway Las Vegas 2015-16
by Ellen Sterling - February 26, 2015
Las Vegas' Smith Center for the Performing Arts is an extraordinary place. It's diverse programs encompass just about all of the performing arts. The building, designed by David M. Schwartz is a Neo Art Deco design and features a 47-bell carillon housed in a 17-story carillon tower. The design, Schwartz said at the opening, was chosen to echo the design elements of Hoover Dam, located 30 miles away. It is the first performing arts center in the United States to be Gold LEED certified. After three years of planning and construction, it opened on March 10, 2012.
Las Vegas Bull to Host March Badness Mechanical Bull Riding Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2015
Las Vegas Bull at Town Square Las Vegas will celebrate March with its own special battle of the brackets, the March Badness Mechanical Bull Riding Competition. Every Saturday in March, men and women are invited to compete for weekly $100 cash prizes and the chance to participate in the Saturday, March 28 championship, where the last man and last woman to be bucked off the bull will walk away with $1,000 each.
Liberace's Razzle Dazzle to Return in MUSIC, MEMORIES AND THE MANSION Benefit for Opera Las Vegas This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2015
This Saturday night at 8 p.m., exactly 28 years to the month after the passing of Wladziu Valentino Liberace, old friends, former show business colleagues and admirers of the flamboyantly affable entertainer, widely known as Mr. Showmanship, will once again light the candelabra and return music and frivolity into his home. The former Walter Busterkeys inspired the glitz and glamour of many a performer including current day music icons Elton John and Lady GaGa. The celebration is called 'Music, Memories and The Mansion: A Night with Liberace' to benefit Opera Las Vegas, a nonprofit company dedicated to bringing world-class opera to Southern Nevada.
'GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE,' 'BRIDGES,' CABARET & More Set for Smith Center's 2015-16 Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2015
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts announces the highly anticipated lineup of performances for the 2015-2016 Broadway Las Vegas Series. Running July 2015 to June 2016, the upcoming season sponsored by Southern Nevada Ford Stores will boast Tony Award winners, Broadway blockbusters, fan favorites, silver screen stage adaptations and an exciting first-look at a Broadway-bound spectacle.
Photo Flash: Hakkasan Las Vegas Welcomes Chinese New Year by Honoring 'Wishing Tree' Tradition
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2015
On Thursday, February 19, Hakkasan Las Vegas inside MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, kicked off its Chinese New Year celebration for onlookers and guests as it honored the Chinese "Wishing Tree" tradition, inspired by the famous ancient banyan tree in Hong Kong. Scroll down for photos from the event!
Kathy Griffin to Perform Fourth of July Weekend at The Mirage
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2015
The witty Kathy Griffin will return to the Aces of Comedy lineup at The Mirage Friday, July 3.
Las Vegas Names Feb. 19 MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Day
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2015
This morning (Thursday, Feb. 19) Clark County named Feb. 19 "MDQ Vegas Day" in honor of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET's second anniversary on the Las Vegas Strip. County Commissioner Chris Giunchigliani joined the cast in celebration of the occasion onstage in the Harrah's Showroom at Harrah's Las Vegas for a presentation of the proclamation. The cast and crew of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET shared their thanks and appreciation with the commissioner and were joined by friends and family in honor of the special day.
SNL Alum Kevin Nealon Performs at the Suncoast Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2015
Acclaimed actor and comedian Kevin Nealon will bring his distinctive sense of humor, dry wit and likeable demeanor to the Suncoast Showroom this weekend, February 20 and 21.
Broadway Bound & Studio One's Summerlin Dance Academy to Present THE ADDAMS FAMILY, Now thru 3/7
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2015
Broadway Bound and Studio One's Summerlin Dance Academy will present the theatrical production of 'The Addams Family' at the Summerlin Library Theater, tonight, February 20 - March 7, 2015, for twelve memorable performances, sponsored and supported by the Rudy Foundation.
Onyx Theatre Presents THE WEIRD, Now thru 3/7
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2015
Off Strip Productions, the Onyx Theatre's resident theatre company, presents The Weird by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Chief Creative Officer of Archie Comics. The limited run begins tonight, February 19, at the Onyx Theatre in Commercial Center and plays through March 7. The show is directed by Producing Director Troy Heard.
MARY POPPINS to Fly Over the Rooftops of Summerlin Library & Performing Arts Center, 3/31-4/25
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2015
Expect the winds to change as Signature Productions brings everyone's favorite practically perfect nanny to the stage for a "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" musical adventure. "Mary Poppins" is set to fly over the rooftops of London and into the Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Center on March 31 for a limited engagement of four weeks through April 25. Opening Night is Friday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Life is Beautiful Partners with Communities In Schools of Nevada
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2015
The team behind the internationally-acclaimed Life is Beautiful music, food, art and learning festival announced a new initiative, Our School is Beautiful, on Tuesday, Feb. 17. In collaboration with its inaugural partner, Communities in Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada), the Nevada affiliate of the nation's leading dropout prevention program, Our School is Beautiful aims to empower at-risk students with pride in their schools, their community and in themselves.
Photo Flash: RAIDING THE ROCK VAULT Raises $3,500 for The Cultural Arts Training Foundation
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2015
"Raiding the Rock Vault" raised a total of $3,500 for The Cultural Arts Training Foundation at #RockAndRise, a special charity performance on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015. Proceeds from the event will support the foundation's programs that correspond to One Billion Rising, a global campaign to empower women. Scroll down for a photo!
Las Vegas Philharmonic Presents A GERSHWIN VALENTINE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2015
?This Valentine's Day, the Las Vegas Philharmonic performs its Pops Series III concert called 'A Gershwin Valentine' at 7:30 p.m. in Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center. To start off the evening, the Philharmonic will host a Sweethearts Reception at 6:15 p.m. in The Smith Center's Founders Room serving cocktails and hors d'oeuvres for $50 per person.
RAIDING THE ROCK VAULT Hosts #RockAndRise Charity Event Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2015
'Raiding the Rock Vault' has joined forces with The Cultural Arts Training Foundation for a special charity performance, #RockAndRise, proceeds from which will support the foundation's programs that correspond to One Billion Rising, a global campaign to empower women.
Back Bar USA Hsts FOR THE LOVE OF COCKTAILS Event, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2015
?'For The Love Of Cocktails,' presented by BACK BAR USA in partnership with world-renowned mixologist and author Tony Abou-Ganim, United States Bartenders' Guild (USBG), Delano Las Vegas, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, and Herbs & Rye, will be an exciting three-day mixology event kicking off tonight, Feb 12.
Tickets Now Available for DUCK COMMANDER MUSICAL at the Rio's Crown Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2015
Get your duck calls ready - America's favorite family, the Robertsons, are bringing their story to life onstage for the first time. The highly anticipated DUCK COMMANDER MUSICAL, based on the best-selling book The Duck Commander Family by Willie and Korie Robertson, will make its world premiere at the Crown Theater inside Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino on April 15. Tickets range from $49 to $125 plus applicable taxes and fees and are available for purchase on Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. PT for Total Rewards members, the loyalty program of the Rio's parent company Caesars Entertainment, and Duck Commander fans by visiting www.duckcommandermusical.com. Facebook users who 'Like' the DUCK COMMANDER MUSICAL Facebook page can also gain access to the presale offer. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. PT.

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