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Piff The Magic Dragon Celebrates First Anniversary at Flamingo Las Vegas
It was a magical evening at Flamingo Las Vegas on Wednesday October 5, as “America’s Got Talent” star Piff the Magic Dragon celebrated his first anniversary on the Las Vegas Strip. Complete with a knight in full armor, a jester and, of course, custom Mr. Piffles piñatas, Piff celebrated in front of a sold-out crowd at Bugsy’s Cabaret, which included magicians Penn Jillette, Mac King, Lance Burton and Murray SawChuck, America’s Got Talent alumni Ryan Stock & AmberLynn, who recently opened their show Comedy Daredevil at Hooters Casino Hotel Las Vegas, musician Frank Sidoris, model Alexandria Finley, Vegas headliner Maren Wade, comedian James Bean, BMX pro Ricardo Laguna and model and former Ms. Nevada Lisa Song.
Alexandria Finley, Frank Sidoris, Matt Stabile, Angela Stabile, Piff, Jade Simone, Tiffany Mondell, and Francis
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James Bean
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Lance Burton
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Mac King
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Maren Wade
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Penn Jilette
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Ricardo Laguna
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Ryan Stock and AmberLynn
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Cherry Boom Boom celebrates Grand Opening at The Tropicana Las Vegas
Cherry Boom Boom, the sultry new show that combines sex, music, love and rock-n-roll, celebrated its Grand Opening Thursday night, September 29 in the famous Tropicana Theater at Tropicana Las Vegas.
Cherry Boom Boom cast Carmen Electra
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The first of its kind, the show brings something new, courageous and tantalizing to The Las Vegas Strip, leading a movement about empowerment for strong, sexy women – with a storyline threaded throughout a visceral rock-n-roll performance. The cast consists of 12 featured dancers, specialty acts, aerialists “Boomettes,” a musician for live performances and two comedia del arte actors. Music for the show consists of heart-pounding, classic, Americana beats from Rock Royalty including Kid Rock, AC/DC, Lenny Kravitz, Melissa Ethridge, Joan Jett and so many more. Various musical acts, celebrity hosts and performers round out the show periodically to surprise with guest appearances.
Cherry Boom Boom cast
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In attendance at the boomin’ debut was model and actress Carmen Electra, original members of the Pussycat Dolls, including Carmit Bachar, Kasey Campbell and Staci Flood, magician Lance Burton, musician Don Gloudé, NFL veteran Gerome Sapp and BMX pro Ricardo Laguna.
Also in attendance were Las Vegas headliners, including Anthony Cools, Maren Wade, Murray SawChuck, Thunder From Down Under, Tony Sacca, Troy Burgess, Zowie Bowie's Chris Phillips and cast members from ONE EPIC NIGHT, including co-hosts Jarrett & Raja and Michael T. Ross
Carmen Electra
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Lance Burton and Gabriella Versace
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One Epic Night cast members
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Pussycat Dolls Staci Flood, Kasey Campbell, and Carmit Bachar
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RIcardo Laguna
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Thunder From Down Under
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Zowie Bowie's Chris Phillips
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SEXXY Celebrates 400th Show at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
SEXXY the award-winning sensual topless revue, created, choreographed, directed and starring Jennifer Romas, celebrated its 400th show at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort Hotel & Casino on Wednesday evening, September 28, 2016. Among the invited guests in attendance were magician Lance Burton, singer/songwriter Chadwick Johnson, burlesque star LouLou D’vill, impressionist Rich Little and Vegas headliner ChrisPhillips (aka Zowie Bowie).
Sexxy 400 shows at the Westgate
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SEXXY takes audiences on a journey through their favorite fantasies, alongside Las Vegas’ SEXXY-est dancers and new state-of-the-art lighting and sound. As you enter this erotic, forbidden, tantalizing world of everything SEXXY, guests should leave their inhibitions at the door. Featuring a collection of sensual, sexual, fun and enticing vignettes, SEXXY will arouse a standing ovation in one way…or another.
Sexxy 400 shows at the Westgate
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Sexxy at the Westgate
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Sexxy at the Westgate
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Sexxy at the Westgate
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SEXXY is performed Wednesday through Saturday at 10:30 p.m. inside the Westgate Cabaret at the renowned Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Tickets are $39.95 for general admission and $59.95 for VIP, plus taxes and fees.
Tony Orlando Takes Top Award at Casino Entertainment Awards
Pop music icon Tony Orlando was named Casino Entertainer of the Year Wednesday evening, September 28 at the fourth annual Casino Entertainment Awards.
CEA Winner Tony Orlando
CEA Winner Brenda Lee
Comedian Marty Allen presents award at CEA
Presented by Global Gaming Expo’s (G2E), the Casino Entertainment Awards, are the only awards exclusively honoring outstanding artists, executives and venues in the casino entertainment industry.
Three Dog Night was named Musical Artist of the Year and Gabriel Iglesias won Comedian of the Year at the awards ceremony held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino as part of the week’s G2E conference and tradeshow for the casino industry.
Grammy Hall of Famer Brenda Lee and Tom Cantone, Senior Vice President of Entertainment & Sports at Mohegan Sun Tribal Gaming Authority, were presented with Casino Entertainment Legend awards, which recognize lifetime achievement in the casino entertainment industry.
The Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino was named Showroom of the Year. Thunder Valley Amphitheatre at Thunder Valley Casino Resort won Amphitheatre of the Year.
Other winners included: Angela Gozzi, Entertainment Manager at Resorts World Casino New York City, named Casino Entertainment Executive of the Year; Billy Brill, President of Billy Alan Productions, named Independent Talent Buyer of the Year; and Seth Shomes, Vice President and Head of the Casino Division at United Talent Agency, named Casino Booking Agent of the Year.
Strip Entertainers Raise More Than $13,000 at the Sixth Annual Solo Strips Benefiting Aid For AIDS of Nevada and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Guests packed the Absinthe tent at Caesars Palace on Monday at midnight, September 27 for the sixth annual Solo Strips featuring 14 of Las Vegas' hottest performers baring it all for charity. The event raised more than $13,000 to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BCEFA) and Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN).
Longtime entertainer Francisco Avina opened the night with a stirring performance dedicated to his own personal story and battle against HIV/AIDS, moving the crowd to tears with a solemn reminder about the history of Solo Strips and what it means for those living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Following the moving tribute, longstanding AFAN supporter Bryan Chan returned for his sixth year to host the evening and charmed the room to encourage guests to tip for a cause throughout the evening.
Temperatures continued to rise and gazes turned upwards for a pole performance on towering stilts by Las Vegas dancer and performer Laura Kelsey which got the dollars flowing. 'SEXXY The Show' creator Jennifer Romas stunned in a sleek red dress and steamed things up with co-performer Ryan Kelsey from Chippendales for a number featuring nothing but shadows and silhouettes. Aerialist Drew Leach flew high in nearly nude and the entire cast of 'Cherry Boom Boom' rocked the house with a modern rock and roll burlesque and guests clapped in rhythm with a high-energy, percussion performance from Steve Weiss and Pendu. Other performers included Sheila Joy Burdford, Brittni Trippi, Timber Brown, Alexandria Halbauer, Ben Lerman and Michael Radiff.
Lora Kelsey
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Michael Radiff
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Sheila Joy Burford
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Timber Brown
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Director/producer and "Le Reve - The Dream" retiree Ryan Lyons first brought the show to Las Vegas six years ago and has since raised more than $55,000 towards helping those affected by HIV/AIDS.
"This year, I wanted to bring us back to the very core of why we do what we do and remind us all why we're here," said Lyons. "This show started with humble beginnings with a few close friends wanting to make a difference and has become an annual night to remember, raising thousands for such an important cause."
To honor the Las Vegas community, BCEFA teamed up with AFAN to keep funds here in Southern Nevada. AFAN's Executive Director Antioco Carillo said, "Solo Strips is one of the best events of the year that brings an entire community together to help us in our mission and fight against HIV/AIDS." He continued, "We've made such an impact here in Las Vegas and have come a long way in fighting this disease that affects so many men, women and children."
UNLV Student Selected as Recipient of 2016 Kenny C. Guinn Memorial Scholarship
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) senior Karina Lopez, has been selected as the Southern Nevada recipient of the 2016 Kenny C. Guinn Memorial Scholarship. The announcement was made during a ceremony held at UNLV on Wednesday afternoon, September 22, with Guinn family members, state staff and UNLV Dean of Education, Kim Metcalf in attendance.
UNLV President Len Jessup with Karina Lopez
Karina with Guinn family – Steve, Ryan, Karina, Hannah, Sarah, and Wynn
Karina with family
Lopez is a 2013 graduate of Silverado High School. She is currently pursuing her degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently on the Dean’s List at UNLV, Treasurer Schwartz congratulated Lopez on her achievements by saying, “The Kenny C. Guinn Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of former Governor Guinn and his passion for education and this state. It awards two hard-working Nevada students with additional funds to help with their senior year, a time when many are concerned they won’t have the means to complete college. All of the applicants have commendable records of community service, academics, and other achievements and we are proud to be here today to congratulate another exceptional Nevada student.”
Each year, two $4,500 scholarships are given to two recipients, one in Northern Nevada and one in Southern Nevada. Among the requirements for the scholarship applicants, they must be pursuing a degree in education with the intention to teach in Nevada upon graduation and have a commendable record of academic and community service.
Senate Bill 220 establishing the Kenny C. Guinn Memorial Millennium Scholarship Award was unanimously passed by both houses of the 2011 Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Brian Sandoval. SB 220 created a scholarship fund from donations received by the Treasurer’s office after the tragic death in July 2010 of former Governor Kenny C. Guinn. To date, more than $211,000 has been received by the fund. People and/or businesses wishing to make a tax-deductible donation to the Kenny C. Guinn Memorial Scholarship Fund may send checks
Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:
On October 8, CELINE DION celebrated her 1,000th show in front of an enthusiastic, sold-out crowd at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
Celine Dion
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One of the most anticipated openings of 2016, celebrated chef Gordon Ramsay’s fourth Las Vegas restaurant, GORDON RAMSEY FISH & CHIPS, is now open at The LINQ Promenade.
BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART'S (BGFA) new exhibit “TOWN AND COUNTRY: FROM DEGAS TO PICASSO”, featuring dazzling portrayals of cities and the countryside during the Industrial Revolution, is now open through February 20, 2017. The exhibit, organized in partnership with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, showcases 47 works of art ranging from paintings and prints to drawings and photographs. Featured artists include Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Edgar Degas, Jean-François Millet and many more. Each piece reveals the artist’s interpretation of growth, expansion and development in the United States and Europe during the 19th and 20th centuries. Tickets to BGFA are $17; $15 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older; students, teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free.
In honor of National ‘80s Appreciation Month, the smash-hit musical ROCK OF AGES at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino will keep the party going all month long with the return of the celebrated “ROCKTOBER” deal in October. Patrons can reminisce on the righteous era by purchasing 2-for-$99 tickets for performances through Monday, Oct. 31, when using code ROCKTOBER at time of purchase. The “ROCKTOBER” offer is valid on select seating only and price does not include taxes or fees. Tickets may be purchased at the Rio Box Office.
Fremont Street Experience will become a frightful destination for entertainment and Halloween mischief during its Rock of Horror themed FREMONT FRIGHT FEST, a month long celebration of the spookiest time of year. Through Oct. 31 guests can enjoy free nightly music and performances on all three Fremont Street stages, including the popular stage revue, “Frank & The Steins.” Daring guests can try to survive a new, interactive zombie apocalypse experience and on Oct. 31, the ROCK HORROR BLOCK PARTY will take over Fremont Street Experience, offering guests a ghoulishly great time.
On October 14, visitors to The Park, MGM Resorts International’s newly opened outdoor dining and entertainment district on the Las Vegas Strip, are invited to discover a one-of-a-kind art installation constructed by renowned artist Nathan Sawaya. Sawaya’s new installation PARK PEOPLE featuring large-scale monochromatic human figures crafted entirely from LEGO bricks and situated curiously on elegant wooden benches. Strategically placed throughout The Park, the nine brightly colored sculptures are all taking their individual respites, allowing guests to sidle up next to these “secret keepers” and bare their souls, or take selfies with their new LEGO friends.
Hot off the success of his Netflix comedy special “The Truth Hurts,” WILLIE BARCENA will bring his signature comedy to Sam’s Town Live! on Friday, Oct. 14. Also appearing on the comedy tour is comedian Mike Robles, the creator and star of Galavision’s Emmy Award-winning “Que Locos” comedy shows. Rounding out the tour’s lineup is Steven Michael Quezada, a multi-talented actor and comedian was best known from his significant role on the Emmy Award-winning series “Breaking Bad.” Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets are available starting from $35 plus tax and convenience fees. Tickets can be purchased at any Boyd Gaming Box Office.
Grammy Award-winning entertainer JON SECADA will bring his Latin-influenced hits to the Suncoast Showroom Oct. 14 and 15. Showtime is at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $33 plus taxes and fees, and can be purchased at any Boyd Gaming box office.
Margaritaville Las Vegas will once again host its annual PRE CONCERT POOL PARTY at the Flamingo Las Vegas GO Pool to coincide with JIMMY BUFFET’s concert at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, October 15th. The “Fin Begins” at 11 a.m. on Saturday with an all-day, outdoor, free admission pool party that offers guests interactive games, great food and drinks, live entertainment by The Boat Drunks and exciting giveaways. The band Status will also be performing inside Margaritaville Restaurant on Friday, Saturday and Sunday night at 10:30 p.m.
Police K9 teams from all over the country will compete in the 2016 LAS VEGAS METRO POLICE K9 TRIALS at Orleans Arena on Sunday, Oct. 16, beginning at 8 a.m. Sponsored by Friends for Las Vegas Police K9s and hosted by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, this event showcases the talents of police officers and their K9 partners in a variety of areas, including tactical obedience, agility, handler protection and more. Admission is FREE and open to the public.
The YANDEL show scheduled for this Sunday, October 16th at The Axis at Planet Hollywood has been moved to the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay on the same date. Due to the new venue having a GA area, tickets have been automatically refunded so fans can purchase in the area of their choice. Tickets are available for purchase now at tickemaster.com or the House of Blues box office. Also on the line up Alexis Y Fido, De La Ghetto, DJ Lobo and Gadiel.
Nathan Adelson Hospice, the largest non-profit hospice in Nevada, is gearing up for its 17th ANNUAL WINE & FOOD TASTING EXTRAVAGANZA, being held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20. The event serves as a major fundraiser for the hospice’s Pediatric Program and Families in Need Program. Members of the community and supporters are invited to sample a variety of delectable wines and cuisine from some of the area’s finest restaurants, while enjoying music and a silent auction. The event is being held in the spacious showroom of Gaudin Porsche, 6800 Redwood St., in Las Vegas. Event attendees must be 21 years of age or older. VIP tickets are $150 per person, which includes the VIP Reserve Experience pre-reception from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The VIP reception will feature wines from Johnson Brothers of Nevada and a variety of cheeses from Murray’s Cheese. General admission tickets to the event are $75 per person. Tickets can be purchased by calling Stephanie Forbes at Nathan Adelson Hospice at 702-938-3910.
With their powerhouse voices and melodic variety, THE LAS VEGAS TENORS return to delight audiences of all ages at the Suncoast Showroom Oct. 21 and 22. Showtime is 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $22 plus tax and fees and can be purchased at any Boyd Gaming Box Office,
Old School 105.7 will present the return of “OLD SCHOOL PARTY JAM,” a sensational concert event featuring a collection of R&B legends, to the Orleans Arena on Saturday, Oct. 22. The concert’s lineup includes S.O.S. Band, Lisa Lisa, Zapp, One Way and more. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $35 plus tax and fees, and can be purchased by calling the Orleans Arena Box Office.
Sicilian tenor GENE FERRARI returns to perform on stage at the Italian American Club, 2333 E. Sahara Ave., on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. Show tickets are $25 each.
Returning for his 57th consecutive year as a Las Vegas headliner, internationally distinguished comedian, actor and entertainer DON RICKLES will perform at The Orleans Showroom on Oct. 22 and 23. Showtime each evening is 8 p.m. Tickets start at $69.95, plus tax and convenience fees, and can be purchased at any Boyd Gaming Box Office.
Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas Strip will once again team up with music legend and Flamingo Las Vegas headliner, OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN, to “make strides” against breast cancer with A SPECIAL BRUNCH on Sunday, Oct. 23 from noon – 2 p.m. Newton-John will be joined by acclaimed singer/songwriter and bandmate Steve Real for an exclusive performance, and guests will enjoy additional performances by Chadwick Johnson and Melody Sweets with an appearance by Chippendales. Tickets for the “Turn up the Pink” bottomless champagne brunch are $75 each and on sale now by calling Lisa Hendrixson at 702-650-8590 or visiting ticketweb.com online. Through Hard Rock’s recently launched Hard Rock Heals Foundation, proceeds from the brunch will benefit Making Strides Las Vegas. As part of the event, Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas Strip and Olivia Newton-John will host a group of survivors from MAKING STRIDES. The North Las Vegas Fire Department will park a pink firetruck on The Strip in front of Hard Rock Cafe all day. The firefighters will encourage supporters and survivors to stop by and sign the truck. Proceeds from the fire department’s custom BCA T-shirts will also support Making Strides.
Las Vegas' most prominent entertainers will take the stage once again at the sixth annual "NF HOPE CONCERT” October 23 at The Palazzo® Las Vegas. Benefit organizer Jeff Leibow, formerly of Jersey Boys has brought together a veritable who's who of Las Vegas performers, including Clint Holmes, Gordie Brown, Susan Anton and many others in an afternoon spectacular to raise money and awareness for the Neurofibromatosis Network, an organization dedicated to families and individuals suffering from Neurofibromatosis (NF), and the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation to support NF families in Southern Nevada.Tickets start at $59 and are available by calling The Palazzo box office at 702.414.9000 or 866.641.7469.
HENRY'S PLACE FOUNDATION, a 501(c)3 organization, formed in 2006 to honor Las Vegas Metro Sergeant Henry Prendes who gave his life in the line of duty protecting a victim of domestic violence in his hometown community, will host the 10th ANNUAL HENRY PRENDES CHARITY GOLD CLASSIC at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 at the exclusive Spanish Trail Country Club, located at 5050 Spanish Trail Lane.Individuals can register for $200 and foursomes are $700. The tournament will be followed by a luncheon and awards ceremony, raffle drawing, silent and live auctions featuring prizes for many of the city’s top attractions, restaurants, shows, spas, golf courses and more. Non-golfers are invited to attend an afternoon cocktail and shopping reception starting at 1 p.m. for $30 and stay for the ceremonial festivities. A portion of the registration fees are tax deductible. The tournament is open to all ages and all levels. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
The winner of this season's AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, 12 year old singer songwriter GRACE VANDERWAAL, will headline an exclusive engagement of America’s Got Talent Live, a stage show version of the TV show on Thursday, Oct. 27, Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 29 in the PH Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets range in price from $55 to $185 plus additional taxes and fees.
Celebrity sightings:
Sunday evening, October 9...
Actress Cindy Williams attended The Bronx Wanderers at Bally’s Las Vegas.
Cindy Williams at The Bronx Wanderers
Friday night, October 7...
Mario Lopez and his wife Courtney Lopez dined with a group of friends at TAO restaurant in The Venetian.
Thursday, October 6...
DJ Daddy Kat aka Wiz Khalifa took over Worship Thursday at TAO Nightclub in The Venetian. The multi-faceted artist jumped in the DJ booth and started pumping out hits. Rappers Ty Dolla Sign and Chevy Woods also joined the party and took to the booth as Daddy Kat manned the decks.
DJ Daddy Kat at TAO
Ty Dolla Sign at TAO
Saturday night, October 1...
Country singer Martina McBride enjoyed dinner at LAVO Italian Restaurant in The Palazzo with family, friends and her band.
Friday night, September 30...
“Dancing with the Stars” partners Cheryl Burke and Ryan Lochte enjoyed dinner with friends at TAO in The Venetian.
Wednesday, September 28...
2016 Playmate of the Year, second runner-up on America's Next Top Model, a video vixen and accomplished actress Eugena Washington appeared in tandem with the Scientific Games exhibition at the Global Gaming Expo to autograph headshots and take photos with fans.
Eugena Washington
Photo courtesy of Scientific Games
