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The Venetian & The Palazzo Las Vegas Awarded 2015 Four Star Rating by Forbes Travel Guide
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 11, 2015

The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas, two of the world's most recognizable destination resorts, both owned and operated by Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS), have once again been honored with the prestigious Four Star Award from Forbes Travel Guide. This is the seventh year The Palazzo has been rated and the ninthconsecutive year for The Venetian. Four Star hotels are described as “outstanding establishments in a distinctive setting with expanded amenities and exceptional service to create a luxury experience.”

FRANK - THE MAN. THE MUSIC. Debuts Tonight at The Palazzo Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2015

Ol' Blue Eyes will sparkle on the Las Vegas Strip again as 'FRANK -- The Man. The Music.' makes its debut at The Palazzo Las Vegas. Honoring the life and music of Frank Sinatra, the show, starring Bob Anderson and featuring a 32-piece orchestra under the musical direction of Vincent Falcone, will open at The Palazzo Theatre, tonight, Jan. 24, 2015. Tickets are now on sale.

Bob Anderson Stars in FRANK THE SINGER THE SONGS at The Palazzo Theatre, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2015

FRANK THE SINGER THE SONGS, starring Bob Anderson, comes to The Palazzo Theatre at The Palazzo Las Vegas, beginning tonight, January 24, 2015.

FRANK - THE MAN. THE MUSIC. to Debut at The Palazzo Las Vegas This Month
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2015

Ol' Blue Eyes will sparkle on the Las Vegas Strip again as "FRANK -- The Man. The Music." makes its debut at The Palazzo Las Vegas. Honoring the life and music of Frank Sinatra, the show, starring Bob Anderson and featuring a 32-piece orchestra under the musical direction of Vincent Falcone, will open at The Palazzo Theatre, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015. Tickets are now on sale.

'LIPSHTICK - The Perfect Shade of Stand Up' Announces Second Season of Wildy Popular Comedy Series at The Venetian Las Vegas
by Robert Diamond - Jan 6, 2015

The Venetian Las Vegas has announced the return of the funniest women in comedy to The Sands Showroom for the second season of 'LIPSHTICK The Perfect Shade of Stand Up.'

LIPSHTICK - THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND UP Set for Second Season at The Venetian Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Dec 22, 2014

The Venetian Las Vegas has announced the return of the funniest women in comedy to The Sands Showroom for the second season of 'LIPSHTICK - The Perfect Shade of Stand Up.'

Bob Anderson to Star in FRANK THE SINGER THE SONGS at The Palazzo Theatre, Beginning Jan 24
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2014

FRANK THE SINGER THE SONGS, starring Bob Anderson, comes to The Palazzo Theatre at The Palazzo Las Vegas, beginning January 24, 2015.

Photo Flash: Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott and Family Join Christmas Tree Lighting at The Venetian
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2014

On Nov. 25, Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott and their children Finn, Stella, Hattie and Liam joined The Venetian Las Vegas to light up the hotel's Christmas tree and take in a special holiday kickoff performance by Human Nature. Scroll down for photos!

LIPSHTICK �" THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND UP Announces New Dates for Oct.-Jan.
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 27, 2014

LIPSHTICK - THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND UP will bring back many of its must-see acts to the Sands Showroom throughout the remainder of the year and into 2015, including Whitney Cummings, Loni Love, Heather McDonald and Iliza Shlesinger. In addition, two new comedians are being added to the lineup.

The Venetian & The Palazzo Receive 2014 Pinnacle Awards
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 19, 2014

The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas have been named a Pinnacle Award winner by Successful Meetings magazine. Marking the 14th year as recipients of the prestigious award, the properties received the following notable honors, including:

GEORGIA ON MY MIND: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles to Open at The Venetian this Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 23, 2014

The Venetian Las Vegas and GOMM Productions, LLC have partnered to bring a special engagement - GEORGIA ON MY MIND: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles - to The Venetian Theatre this fall. This groundbreaking new show will feature a host of esteemed stars including Emmy award-winner Clint Holmes, 10-time Grammy award-winning vocal group TAKE 6, six-time Grammy nominee and DownBeat Vocalist of the Year Nnenna Freelon, and Stella Gospel Award and Grammy award-winning saxophone star Kirk Whalum. The show also introduces the Las Vegas Mass Choir, under the direction of James R. Smith and Edie Aikels, and features the Las Vegas All-Star Big Band, under the direction of pianist and conductor, David Loeb. This dynamic ensemble of all-star performers will celebrate the genius of American music, Mr. Ray Charles, through GEORGIA ON MY MIND, in the Venetian Theatre September 18 through October 29, 2014.

Photo Flash: Wendy Williams Celebrates Opening Night of LIPSHTICK World Premiere at The Venetian
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 15, 2014

LIPSHTICK – THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND-UP celebrated its world-premiere at The Venetian Las Vegas Friday, July 11 with headliner Wendy Williams. The media maven packed The Sands Showroom with a sold-out house in her first-ever stand-up performance. Check out a first look below!

BWW Previews: LIPSHTICK Is Being Put On at the Venetian, 7/11
by Ellen Sterling - May 16, 2014

Comedienne Whitney Cummings (left) visited Las Vegas on Thursday. She was at a press conference at the Venetian Resort and Casino to announce Lipshtick - The Perfect Shade of Standup, a new resident series of performances by female comediennes.

Venetian Las Vegas to Present First Female Comedy Series on the Strip
by Tyler Peterson - May 15, 2014

The Venetian Las Vegas has announced LIPSHTICK - THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND UP, a newly branded resident comedy series that marks the first time in the storied entertainment history of Las Vegas that the comedy stage will be taken exclusively by female performers. The new series will debut July 11 with appearances by daytime television personality Wendy Williams and will bring regular stand-up comedy performances to The Sands Showroom from an opening slate of 14 critically acclaimed comediennes.

Photo Flash: PANDA! Celebrates 100 Shows at The Venetian & The Palazzo
by Diana Heisroth - May 9, 2014

PANDA!, the first-ever Chinese produced show to take up a Las Vegas residency, celebrated its 100th show Tuesday, May 6, at The Palazzo® Las Vegas. Audience members who packed the house at The Palazzo Theatre were invited to sign their names on a commemorative banner on their way into the show. John Caparella, president and chief operating officer of The Venetian, The Palazzo, and Sands Expo, and Elizabeth Hansen, director of Asian leisure sales and marketing, were on hand to present the creative principals and cast with a specially designed cake from The Venetian and The Palazzo's pastry team in honor of the 100th performance.

SMOKEY ROBINSON PRESENTS HUMAN NATURE: THE MOTOWN SHOW Celebrates 1,000 Performances
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 17, 2014

SMOKEY ROBINSON PRESENTS HUMAN NATURE: THE MOTOWN SHOW celebrated its 1,000th Las Vegas performance on Saturday, April 12, at The Venetian Las Vegas. A special appearance was made by show presenter and Motown legend Smokey Robinson.

Lagasse's Stadium Named New Home for Yahoo! Sports Radio in Las Vegas
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 8, 2014

Get in the game with Las Vegas-based 'Sports X Radio with Ken Thomson' as the local radio show streams live on Yahoo! Sports Radio inside Lagasse's Stadium at The Palazzo Las Vegas every Monday through Friday from 7-10pm (PST). Teaming up together to create an unparalleled experience for sports fans, guests can be a part of the action as Yahoo! Sports Radio broadcasts live coverage with 'Sports X Radio with Ken Thomson' each weeknight.

PANDA! at The Palazzo Announces New Dates Through July 2014
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 14, 2014

Meeting popular demand, PANDA!, the first-ever Chinese produced show to take up a Las Vegas residency, has extended its window for ticket sales at The Palazzo Las Vegas through July 2014. Hailed as 'one of Las Vegas' best new productions' and a 'jaw-dropping spectacle' (Sunseeker), PANDA! is produced by a team whose impressive credits include the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. Tickets for the new performance dates are now on sale.

The Venetian and The Palazzo Usher in the Year of the Horse in Magnificent Style
by Robert Diamond - Feb 4, 2014

The Venetian and The Palazzo welcomed the Year of the Horse on Friday, Jan. 31, 2014 with a traditional lion and dragon dance. Mr. Sheldon Adelson, chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands Corporation, along with his wife, Dr. Miriam Adelson were in attendance to paint the eyes of the dragon and bring it to life, kicking off Chinese New Year 2014. Also in attendance to usher in the new year were president and COO, John Caparella; president of global gaming operations, Rob Goldstein; and president of international marketing, Larry Chiu.

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