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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Breaking Benjamin Unveil Dedicated Memorabilia Case
August Edition of Mondays Dark Benefits Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada
Fremont Street Experience Presents St. Jude's Ranch for Children a Check for $15,787 from SlotZilla Charity Challenge
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Breaking Benjamin Unveil Dedicated Memorabilia Case
Fans gathered in the hallway between Pink Taco and Fuel Café Express at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, on Thursday, August 18, to watch hard rock band Breaking Benjamin get honored with a memorabilia case dedication.
Photo courtesy of the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
The display showcases Shaun Foist’s drum heads, sticks and cymbal; Benjamin Burnley’s black jacket, wrist bands and picks; Keith Wallen’s boots and prescription glasses; Jasen Rauch’s red flannel shirt; and Burnley’s guitar that was used to throw 30 feet across the stage during the band’s last performance at The Joint on October 22, 2015.
Breaking Benjamin is currently on tour with heavy metal band Disturbed.
August Edition of Mondays Dark Benefits Make A Wish of Southern Nevada
The August edition of the monthly fundraising event Mondays Dark with Mark Shunock, to benefit a local charity, took place on Monday evening, August 15 inside Vinyl at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. This month’s chosen charity was Make A Wish of Southern Nevada.
Mark Shunock
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The theme for the entertainment filled evening was “ICONS”.
Corinne Zarzour opened the show with ’Try’ by Janis Joplin followed by Gloria Vivelo & Elise Victoria singing Whitney Houston’s ’I Wanna Dance with Somebody’. Joe DiNunzio sang ‘You’re Nobody Till Somebody Loves You’; Daryll Borges paid tribute to the late Prince with his rendition of ‘Kiss’; Absinthe’s Green Fairy Melody Sweets sang ’That’s Alright’ by Elvis; Tai Lewis sang ‘Last Dance’ from Donna Summer; Travis Cloer and Chadwick Johnson performed ‘One’ by U2; Jassen Allen sang a solo as well as backup vocals; rocker Stephanie Calvert sang Queen’s ’Tie Your Mother Down; Marc Donovan gave a Sinatra style rendition of ’Touch Me’ by the Doors; Scott Moreau & Rachel Dudt paid tribute to Johnny Cash & June Cater singing ‘Jackson. In a tribute to The King of Pop, Michael Jackson, Martin Kaye performed ’Billie Jean’ followed by Moya Angela singing ‘Rock With You’. Wrapping up the show Chris Phillips to to the stage appropriately dressed as David Bowie ‘Ziggy Stardust’. As always, musical director Kenny Davidsen and the Mondays Dark Band provided back up.
Corinne Zarzour
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Gloria Vivelo and Elise Victoria
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Joe DiNunzio
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Daryll Borges
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Melody Sweets
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Tai Lewis
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Travis Cloer & Chadwick Johnson
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Jassen Allen
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Stephanie Calvert
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Marc Donovan
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Scott Moreau and Rachel Dudt
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Martin Kaye
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Moya Angela
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Chris Phillips
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During the evening’s festivities, Celebrity impersonator John Di Domenico, as Republican Presidential candidate Donald J. Trump, made a humorous campaign stop.
All proceeds from the evening, including ticket sales and a silent auction, go to Make A Wish of Southern Nevada.
Tickets are on sale now for next month’s edition of Mondays Dark which will be held on September 19th. The theme of the evening will be ‘New Country! All proceeds benefitting Shiloh Horse Rescue.
Advance tickets are $20, $30 at the door. For more info visit: http://www.mondaysdark.com #mondaysdark https://www.facebook.com/mondaysdarkvegas
Fremont Street Experience Presents St. Jude's Ranch for Children a Check for $15,787 from SlotZilla Charity Challenge
Fremont Street Experience partnered with CBS RADIO stations: 98.5 KLUC, Mix 94.1, Q100.5, X107.5, and Newstalk 840AM KXNT, to host a SlotZilla Charity Challenge on Monday, August 1 from noon – 6 p.m., to benefit St. Jude’s Ranch for Children. 100% of SlotZilla revenue from flights on the lower Zipline and upper Zoomline went to St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, totaling $15,787.
Photo courtesy of Fremont Street Experience
Photo courtesy of Fremont Street Experience
“Fremont Street Experience is honored to raise money for St. Jude’s Ranch for Children as they do incredible work and have helped improve the lives of many children and families throughout our community,” said Hughes. “The support from the local CBS RADIO stations and the community was fantastic. It was great to see everyone flying down SlotZilla and having fun for a tremendous cause.”
Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:
Las Vegas Market recently announced that its sixth annual “UP ON THE ROOF” GALA raised $9,500 to benefit Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home décor industries' volunteer group that raises funds for AIDS assistance and research through DIFFA: Design Industry Foundation Fighting AIDS, founded in 1992. The fundraiser, widely recognized as a hallmark of the Summer Las Vegas Market, drew nearly 300 supporters to its 2016 edition.” “In six years, Las Vegas Market’s ‘Up on the Roof’ fundraiser has raised nearly $60,000 to benefit Gift for Life” said Dorothy Belshaw, president of Gift & Home Décor, International Market Centers, and Gift for Life board member. The gala raised money both through ticket sales as well as a silent auction that offered nearly 20 unique experiential items and Las Vegas hotels, dining and attraction packages – valued between $200 to $4,850.
CINDY WILLIAMS, who gained fame for her role as Shirley Feeney in the iconic television comedy Laverne & Shirley, will continue to guest star in the GFour Production of MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL® at Harrah’s Las Vegas through October 1, 2016. Williams, an actress and author made her Vegas debut in July, marking the third time she has performed in Menopause The Musical®, having previously appeared in the Tampa, Florida and Laguna Beach, CA productions. The actress joins current cast members Vita Corimbi, Earth Mother, Jacquelyn Holland Wright, Soap Star, Lori Legacy, Iowa Housewife, and Lisa Mack, Professional Woman. Monica Heuser understudies all four roles.
Cast of Menopause The Musical
Photo credit Erik Kabik
Video by Bob Passaro - Courtesy of SCA-TV
After each performance, Williams greets fans and signs copies of her memoir, “Shirley, I Jest!”, a hilarious and heartfelt book about her life in entertainment. In addition, at the August 25 performance, Charles Fazzino, ne of the most popular and highly collected pop artists of all time, presented Willams with a 3-D Menopause The Musical® original creation and was on hand to sign posters following the show.
Las Vegas' longest running musical, Menopause The Musical®, which recently celebrated its 10 year anniversary in the city, has performances Monday at 7:30 p.m. through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., as well as an additional 4 p.m. matinee each Saturday and Monday. Tickets are priced at $49.99 for orchestra seats, $59.99 for premium seating and $74.50 for VIP seating.
ALEX AND ANI celebrated the official grand opening of the Fashion Show Mall location to benefit Grant a Gift for Autism on Thursday, August 25. Created and inspired by founder Carolyn Rafaelian, the eco-conscious and sustainable jewelry brand kicked off the night with an exclusive VIP preview to showcase both new and core collections. From meaningful charmed bangles within the 'Path of Symbols' and 'Celebration of Life' collections, to the natural stone pendant necklaces from 'Earth Sultry,' partygoers shopped with intent and learned more about the brand's ethos to enlighten, enchant and empower its wearers. Guests enjoyed gourmet hors d'oeuvres provided by local farm-to-table Chef Johnny Church with light refreshments, live entertainment, shopping spree giveaways and more.
15 percent of the sales during the event benefitted GRANT A GIFT FOR AUTISM FOUNDATION. "It's an honor to add our fifth ALEX AND ANI location to the Las Vegas community and we are so happy to join forces with Grant a Gift for Autism," said Brett Seitman, president and CEO of Albor. "We truly appreciate their continuous support for families affected by autism and today was a great opportunity for us to come together and give back for a great cause."
Guests Shop For A Cause at ALEX AND ANI's Fashion Show Mall Grand Opening
Photo Credit: Amit Dadlaney
Store Director Elayna Gibson and Guests
Photo Credit: Amit Dadlaney
EMERIL'S NEW ORLEANS FISH HOUSE at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino has announced JEAN PAUL LABADIE as the new chef de cuisine. Chef Labadie brings more than 20 years of culinary experience to this position and rejoins the Emeril's New Orleans Fish House team after initially working at the restaurant in 1996. As chef de cuisine, Labadie will be directly involved with managing the kitchen, hiring new culinary staff and introducing new entree items to the menu.
Due to popular demand. the recently knighted SIR ROD STEWART has added seven more performances scheduled March 15 through April 1, 2017 to his hit Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Tickets for the new 2017 shows go on sale to the public beginning Friday, Aug. 19 at 12 p.m. PT.
Australian based male revue AUSSIE HEAT, formerly known as Aussie Hunks, launches its new name reminiscent of the desert terrain they now call home. Celebrating a milestone one-year of performances, Aussie Heat, comprised of eight classically trained dancers in street, break, hip-hop and acrobatic dancers, incorporates comedy and interactive audience participation for a memorable hands-on experience.The unparalleled revue ignites the stage by delivering the ultimate girls night out complete with sultry routines, intimate interaction and tantalizing innuendos, leaving each guest on the edge of their seat. Aussie Heat performs five nights at week at the V Theater inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. Tickets start at $54.99 (plus applicable tax fees).
Celebrated ventriloquist RONN LUCAS will bring his ventriloquist comedy act to the Suncoast Showroom Aug. 26 and 27. Showtime is at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $19.50 plus taxes and fees, and can be purchased at any Boyd Gaming box office.
The 40th annual MRS. AMERICA PAGEANT returns to its original home at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Saturday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. inside the renowned International Westgate Theater at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Acting as host will be actress Florence Henderson, star of the classic show “The Brady Bunch”. The winner of the 2016 Mrs. America Pageant will go on to represent the United States in the internationally-televised Mrs. World Pageant. Tickets are available for purchase in-person the day of the show.
The National Atomic Testing Museum, 755 East Flamingo Road, invites visitors to delve into Japan's captivating culture during their JAPANESE CULTURE DAY on Saturday, August 27 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This day of fun and adventure will be available FREE for both museum members and non-members alike. (Please note that museum admission is not included). Perfect for families and groups of friends, the event's activities include tea ceremony demonstrations, Japanese-style games, and even a performance from Taiko drummers! Working with the Japan America Society of Nevada and the Office of the Honorary Consulate of Japan, the museum aims to once again shed light on the real Japan.
Influential R&B group KOOL & THE GANG, accompanied by MORRIS DAY & THE TIME, BOOTSY COLLINS AND DOUG E. FRESH, will bring the “Keepin’ the Funk Alive” Tour to Orleans Arena on Aug. 27.Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $49 plus taxes and fees and can be purchased by calling the Orleans Arena Box Office.
A brand new live stage show, “ONE EPIC NIGHT!” co-starring Vegas magic duo JARRETT & RAJA (known as The Magic and Piano Guys), who appeared on “Masters of Illusion” and “Shark Tank” and were Howie Mandel’s wild card pick on season seven of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent”, opens Monday, August 29, 2016 at the Plaza Hotel & Casino for a limited engagement. The show will also feature audience favorites from top TV talent shows including Megan Ruger, a contestant from season six of “The Voice” and season 10 of “American Idol;” Will Champlin, who placed third on season five of “The Voice; and James Durbin, a singer and guitarist from Santa Cruz, Calif., who finished in fourth place on the 10th season of “American Idol.”. Ticket prices (not including taxes and fees)start at $59.95 for general admission, $79.95 for preferred seating, and $109.95 for VIP tickets that offer preferred seating and a meet and greet with the performers. In addition, hotel guests at the Plaza can buy one ticket and get one free while locals (with valid Nevada identification), children (12 and under) and members of the military (with ID) can save $20 per ticket. A special “dinner and a show” package is also available for $130.35 per ticket and includes a three-course prix fix dinner at Oscar’s steakhouse and a preferred seating show ticket.
Jarrett and Raja One Epic Night
The multiplatinum, Grammy Award-winning alternative-rock band, DEFTONES will perform inside The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Tuesday, August 30 at 8 p.m.Tickets start at $44.20 (plus applicable service fees) and can be puchased at the Hard Rock Hotel box office.
Emmy Award winners and Billboard Top 10 Recording Artists THE TEXAS TENORS bring their hit touring show to the Las Vegas Strip for a two night limited engagement Aug. 30 and 31 exclusively at the Windows Showroom at Bally's. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. each evening and tickets start at $49.50 plus tax and fees and $69.50 plus tax and fees.
Singer/comedian BARBARA BRIGHTON, with musical accompaniment Joey Melotti on piano and Adam Shandel on drums, will be performing A SLICE OF BROADWAY, A SLICE OF COMEDY at DD Coffee Shop, 4255 S. Durango (South of Flamingo) from 7:30 pm to 10 pm on Friday, September 2. There is no cover charge. Reservations are preferred. Call (702) 685-3830.
MODERN DONUT AND TREE SQUARE FOOD BANK, a member of the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks, partner to fight hunger this September during HUNGER ACTION MONTH – an initiative designed to raise awareness on the issue of hunger and encourage the public to join the movement to help end it. Modern Donut will ensure your donut cravings benefit a great cause by donating $1 from every online order of a dozen donuts to Three Square, which will put three meals back into the community. Modern Donut offers gourmet, made-to-order donuts delivered fresh to anywhere in Las Vegas and Henderson. Three Square’s partnership with Modern Donut will help the 1 in 6 people who face hunger in southern Nevada – including more than 64 percent of children in the Clark County School District who qualify for free and reduced-price meals.
Already widely known for his quick wit and sharp tongue, Vinnie Favorito has teamed up with Red Mercury Entertainment in a joint venture to produce his new comedy show titled VINNIE FAVORITO UNFILTERED coming to the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, opening Wednesday, September 7th. Vinnie Favorito Unfiltered comes complete with a funny warning disclaimer to audiences: “If easily offended, you might want to see another show as this show intends to offend and will not subscribe to any ideas of political correctness.” So simply stated if you are looking for safe and politically correct humor, then this relentlessly funny show probably isn’t for you. However, if you want something edgy, unfiltered and the feeling you are witnessing a celebrity roast, even if you somehow become the celebrity, then Vinnie just might become your new Favorito. Vinnie Favorito Unfiltered will perform Wednesday through Sunday at 9 p.m. inside the Cabaret Theater at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Ticket prices start at $49 for general admission, $69 for VIP, $100 for Golden Circle and $125 for Golden Circle with meet & greet following the show. All ticket prices subject to applicable taxes and fees.
Celebrity sightings:
Wednesday afternoon, August 24...
NBA star Rasheed Wallace was seen celebrating his nephew’s 21st birthday at Carmine’s in The Forum Shops at Caesars.
Saturday, August 20...
Professional basketball player Dwight “Superman” Howard kicked off his weekend with a group of friends at Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay where he showed off a few moves of his own as he danced with cast members in the aisles. He also enjoyed a private backstage meet-and-greet. Renowned comedian and actor Cedric the Entertainer also enjoyed a family night out at ONE with his wife and children.
Dwight Howard
Photo courtesy of Cirque Du Soliel
Cedric The Entertainer
Photo courtesy of Cirque Du Soliel
Over at Mystère, at Treasure Island “The Original Must-See,” Emmy Award Winning actress Loretta Devine was spotted attending the early performance.
Friday, August 19...
Two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez enjoyed lunch at Cabo Wabo Cantina in Las Vegas ahead of the highly anticipated UFC 202 match.
UFC Welterweight Champion Tyron Woodley and current Flyweight Champion Demetrious Johnson, who holds the longest championship reign at eight consecutive titles, enjoyed a night out on the Strip with dinner and drinks at BEER PARK at Paris Las Vegas. Later in the evening, Woodley,Johnson, Rashad Evans, producer Shaunie O’Neal and Miss Canada, Victoria Pedri, partied the night away at Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop at Paris Las Vegas.
Tyron Woodley and Demetrious Johnson at Beer Park
Photo courtesy of Beer Park
Demetrious Johnson Shaunie ONeal Tyron Woodley and friends at Chateau Nightclub and Rooftop
Photo courtesy of Beer Park
UFC welterweight phenomenon, Rick Story, dined at N9NE Steakhouse at Palms Casino Resort. Following his meal, N9NE Steakhouse Executive Chef Barry Dakake gave Story a VIP tour of the kitchen where he signed Chef Barry’s famous shakedown door.
Rick Story and Chef Barry at N9NE Steakhouse
Photo courtesy of Palms Casino Resort
Monday, August 15...
Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue and a colleague enjoyed lunch at Carmine’s in The Forum Shops at Caesars.
Tyronn Lue at Carmines
Photo courtesy of Carmine's
DJ Daddy Kat aka Wiz Khalifa took over Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Monday night with a special DJ set for the Official PROJECT Party. He fueled up for the night at TAO Restaurant before heading to Marquee where he made his way into the packed nightclub, taking his place in the DJ booth.
Daddy Kat in DJ Booth at Marquee
Photo credit: Tony Tran
Sunday afternoon, August 14...
Former NBA player Derek Fisher was spotted at Marquee Dayclub in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Joined by friends and family, the group took in the day from a grand cabana.
Over at TAO Beach in The Venetian, “Days of Our Lives” star Robert Scott Wilson spent the afternoon at a daybed with friends.
Saturday night, August 13...
Latin artist Marc Anthony was spotted at Marquee Nightclub in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Taking in the party from a VIP cabana, Anthony was joined by his wife and a group of friends.
Former NBA player Derek Fisher was seen at TAO Nightclub in The Venetian, hanging out in the DJ booth with Eric Dlux.
Also at TAO was NFL star Jerry Rice who spent some time in the DJ booth as well.
Friday, August 12...
Dan Reynolds, lead singer of GRAMMY® Award-winning rock band Imagine Dragons, spent an unforgettable evening with a group of three other people, including his wife Aja Volkman, frontwoman of the indie rock band Nico Vega, at “O” by Cirque du Soleil. Before the performance, they were greeted by cast members, where they posed for photos with some of their favorite artists including the show’s Ballerina, Head Comet and Strongman.
Imagine Dragons Day Reynolds with cast members from O by Cirque du Soleil
Photo courtesy of Cirque Du Soliel
Social media starlets and stars of the E! television show WAGS were spotted at Hakkasan Las Vegas Nightclub in MGM Grand. Natalie Halcro, Sophia Pearson and Nicole Williams along with boyfriend and NFL star Larry English arrived at the nightlife destination around 2:00 a.m. after starting their night out at Las Vegas’ newest hotspot, JEWEL Nightclub inside ARIA Resort & Casino.
The stunning group was seen mingling at Hakkasan’s…aboutLASTnight party with Lil Jon. Joined by Hakkasan Group resident DJ Ruckus and girlfriend Shanina Shaik, the group appeared to be fully enjoying their night out in Sin City.
Thursday, August 11...
Recording artist Jermaine Dupri took over Worship Thursday at TAO Nightclub in The Venetian. Fueling up for the night, Dupri enjoyed dinner with a group of friends that included hip hop artist Bow Wow before heading upstairs to the nightclub where Dupri took to the DJ booth.
Jermaine Dupri at TAO
Photo credit: Brenton Ho
Bow Wow at TAO
Photo credit: Brenton Ho
Boston Marathon bombing survivor Adrianne Haslet, a professional dancer who lost part of her left leg when bombs planted near the finish line exploded, visited REAL BODIES at Bally’s. She enjoyed the entire exhibition and was particularly fascinated with the compelling specimens featuring legs and feet.
Adrianne Haslet Davis
Photo credit: Vegas Indoor Skydivin
Adrianne Haslet Davis
Photo credit: Vegas Indoor Skydiving
Boston Marathon bombing survivor Adrianne Haslet-Davis earned her wings at Vegas Indoor Skydiving. The philanthropist, motivational speaker and professional dancer, who recently reached the summit of Volcan Cayambe, Ecuador’s third-highest mountain, once again conquered any fears of heights, as she took flight in the 22-foot tall wind tunnel.
Wednesday, August 10...
Members of the pop rock band R5, Rocky Lynch, Riker Lynch, Rydel Lynch and Ellington Ratliff, were spotted attending the hit show ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace. After taking in ABSINTHE's outlandish and hilarious antics during the 8 p.m. performance, the band went backstage to meet with The Gazillionaire, his raucous assistant Joy Jenkins and security detail.
Rocky Lynch, Riker Lynch, Rydel Lynch, and Ellington Ratliff at ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace
Photo credit: Joseph Sanders
