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Last night (Thursday, Dec. 18) the cast of the smash-hit musical, ROCK OF AGES, celebrated its second anniversary at The Venetian Las Vegas. Following a full standing ovation from the crowded theatre during the show's finale, ROCK OF AGES' raucous narrator Mark Shunock ("Lonny") addressed the house, sharing words of gratitude for the audience and community's ongoing support of the production. At the conclusion of his speech, the company was presented with a commemorative '80s-themed cake, replicating the show's set and featuring members of the cast designed by Carlo's Bakery, made famous by TLC's Cake Boss Buddy Valastro.
To celebrate the holidays and the revitalization of Performance Network, the theatre is offering a special buy one get one free ticket offer on Black Friday, November 28, 2014. The offer is good for any performance of any show in the season including the two holiday shows opening next week which are coproduced by Detroit sports and entertainment executive, Tom Wilson. For more information on tickets, productions and events at the Network or to donate, please go to www.pntheatre.org or call the box office at 7346630681.