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| Sunday, December 7, 2003 | PRIOR ISSUE - ARCHIVES |
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| Starlight Express Skates Back, Mac King's Telephone Record Rescheduled, David Brenner Settles In, Brooks & Dunn "Boot Scootin'", New Year's Eve Offerings, Debbie Reynolds Sets Holiday Gig, Ferrari-Macerate Dealership Slated, Lance Burton Hosts Magic & Comedy All-Stars, Nevada Ballet Theatre Presents "The Nutcracker", JW Marriott Cooks Up Gingerbread Competition, Monorail Update, More... | |
Andrew Lloyd Webber's international roller skating sensation "Starlight Express" is coming to the Aladdin Theatre for eight performances, Jan. 20 - 25. The show opened in London on March 27, 1984 and closed on Jan. 12, 2002 after an almost 18 year run in the West End. It is second only to "Cats" as the longest running musical in British theatre history. Tickets range from $27.80 to $82.80, call 1-866-477-5267 or 702-785-5000.
Webber has written new music expressly for this production of "Starlight Express," along with David Yazbek, the young Broadway talent and Tony Award nominated composer and lyricist of "The Full Monty." The impressive set is centered around a "half-pipe" and an unrivaled lighting and special effects system with more than 1,400 color, pyrotechnics, lasers and optic effects. This production also features an element never before seen in a Broadway show- 3D film sequences bringing the action out to and over the audience.
Comic magician Mac King, who is the afternoon headliner at Harrah's, has rescheduled his Guinness World Record attempt that was postponed last month due to rainy weather. On Tuesday, Jan. 6, at the Carnaval Court, Mac King will attempt to break the world record for the longest game of telephone.
The record endeavor is open to the public to participate in at no charge. Registration is from 9 to 11 a.m., with the first whisper and festivities kicking off at 11 a.m. The event will feature live entertainment with appearances by headlining entertainers, such as Penn & Teller, Clint Holmes, Ronn Lucas, Lance Burton, and The Scintas. The Nevada State Department of Weights and Measures and a representative from the Guinness Book of World Records office will be in attendance to certify the record-breaking attempt.
The current record is at 564 participants and was secured on March 19, 2003, in Dublin, Ireland. King will predict the final whisper prior to the event, which will be sealed and secured in a locked briefcase. When the game is concluded, and the final whisper has been told to the last participant, King will reveal his final prediction on stage with a surprise honorary guest.
Stand-up comedian David Brenner is thrilled to be off the road after spending nearly two years touring with his "Laughter to the People" show following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. He has a deal to perform for 44 weeks in the 250-seat David Brenner Theater at the Westin Casuarina. Tickets are $55, call 702-992-7970.
Brenner is no stranger to headlining in Las Vegas. He began his stand-up career at the Sahara following a star-making performance on the "Tonight Show" in 1971 with host Johnny Carson. From 1971-84, he worked 20 to 25 weeks a year co-headlining at Vegas hotels.
Originally Brenner did observational humor, but switched to topical humor creating laughs with current events. He spends a good part of his day reading countless newspapers and magazines and surfing the Internet to get his material. He jots down concepts and ideas on large cards, and then he goes out on stage and adlibs most of his show. He's amazing and manages to ensure that no two shows are alike.
Brenner is also an author. His fifth book, "I think There's' a Terrorist in My Soup: How to Survive Personal and World Problems with Laughter - Seriously!" was released in October.
Legendary duo Brooks & Dunn, best known for their hit "Boot Scootin' Boogie," will rock the Las Vegas Hilton Theater, Dec. 8-10 at 10:30 p.m. Two of country music's most accomplished songwriters and performers gained popularity in the early '90s with their hit album "Brand New Man." Recently, they released "Red Dirt Road," which is a reflection of their geographical and musical influences throughout their career. Tickets are $65 and $55 plus tax and handling fee, call 800-222-5361.
Country sensation Keith Urban and opening act Craig Morgan will follow, Dec. 11-13. Urban's second solo album entitled "Golden Road," has earned acclaim on the Top 20 Billboard Country Chart with the number one song, "Somebody Like You." Morgan will perform hits from his self-titled debut album as well as his most recent release "I Love It." Morgan spent ten years in the U.S. Air Force before becoming a singer / songwriter. Tickets are $35, $45 and $55 plus tax and handling fee.
On Dec. 31, the Fremont Street Experience will be transformed into the world's biggest dance party. Five city blocks will be rockin' all night long with entertainment on three stages, disco dancing on six platforms from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m., a light and sound show, confetti falling from the canopy and party favors galore. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $35, call 800-249-3559 or 702-678-5777.
Superstar Debbie Reynolds will be featured in The Orleans Ballroom on New Year's Eve. The dinner show and package on Dec. 31 is $139 with tax included.
The New Year's Eve Dance Party at Studio 54 inside the MGM Grand will feature go-go dancers, aerial acts performed by the living art of Armando and Stephanie, bungee jumpers, wall walkers, and DJ Frankie of NYC. Party goers will enjoy complimentary champagne, hors d'oeuvres, and party favors. Tickets are $150 in advance and $175 at the door, call 800-929-1111 or 702-891-7777.
The Palms' GhostBar has announced its ticket price for New Year's Eve is $300 for a party at the top.
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The legendary entertainer Debbie Reynolds will be headlining The Orleans Showroom, Dec. 27 and 28. Tickets are $34.95, $39.95 and $44.95 plus tax, call 702-365-7075. Reynolds' film career began at MGM after she won a beauty contest at age 16 impersonating Betty Hutton. She wasn't a dancer until she was selected by Gene Kelly to be his partner in "Singin' in the Rain" in 1952. This movie made her a star and the rest is history. People are intrigued by the thought that a new Ferrari-Macerate dealership is slated to be a part of Steve Wynn's new $2.4 billion, 2,700-room Wynn Las Vegas resort hotel when it opens in the spring of 2005. Free of charge, visitors will be able to look at half a dozen or more new Ferraris and Maseratis that will be on display in the lobby. They will also be able to buy Ferrari-branded merchandise or have a meal at the Ferrari cafe. Lance Burton is hosting and performing in his second annual special pre-holiday show "Lance Burton's Magic & Comedy All-Stars" featuring some of the world's best magicians - Jeff McBride, "The Great Tomsoni," Norm Nielsen and juggler Tyler Linkin at the Monte Carlo. Tickets for the three performances, Dec. 12-14, are $65.95 lower level and $60.45 balcony seating, call 877-386-8224 or 730-7160. Anyone staying at Mandalay Bay Group hotels, which include the Monte Carlo, Excalibur, Circus Circus, Luxor and Mandalay Bay, are eligible for a $15 discount upon showing their room card. A special "Las Vegas Christmas Celebration" variety show starring Jeff Trachta from "The Bold and the Beautiful" is happening at the Rio from Dec. 13-25. Call 702-777-7776 for details. The Nevada Ballet Theatre will present "The Nutcracker" in the Samba Theatre at the Rio from Dec. 19-23. Tickets start at $30 and there are junior and senior discounts, call 702-777-7776. The JW Marriott is holding its first Gingerbread Competition with teams of five students from local culinary schools creating representations of various Las Vegas landmarks. The gingerbread creations will be on display in the Spa Tower Lobby for the remainder of the holiday season. Dr. Scott Lewis, who has his own successful Monday night "Outrageous Comedy Hypnosis Show" at 10 p.m. in the Le Bistro Theatre at the Riviera, is presenting a new show with partners Robert Allen and Mark Yuizik. "The Hypnosis Zone," starring great hypnotists is taking place, Tuesday through Sunday. Lewis is continuing his Monday night show and adding Tuesday to his schedule. Robert Allen, has the Wednesday / Thursday shift, Mark Yuizik takes over on Friday and Saturday, and Victoria Wayne, recently featured on "Access Hollywood" for her hypnotic style entertains on Sunday. Tickets are $17.95 plus tax and fee, call 702-794-9433. The latest addition to the Fitzgerald's entertainment line up downtown is the trio "Two Girls & a Guy." The show features the magic of Jenny Alexander, the sultry song and dance of Sarafina and the comedy of Scott Alexander. The three performers are featured solo and together. "Two Girls & a Guy" takes place every Thursday through Monday at 5 p.m. in the Showroom. There is no charge for admission, just a one-drink minimum per person. Kampgrounds of America Inc., which operates more than 500 campgrounds in North America and Japan, has signed a 10-year lease to operate the Circusland RV park adjacent to the Circus Circus resort. The campground features 400 full hook-up sites, a swimming pool, convenience store, video arcade, playground, pool tables, a meeting room and a moving sidewalk to the casino. Singer Donna Summer has an exhibit of her artwork entitled "Driven by the Music" at the Entertainment Galleries in The Venetian. The exhibit featuring paintings, mixed-media paintings on paper and limited-edition lithographs is on display though Dec. 17. Art de Vignettes at the Fashion Show is hosting an exclusive meet and greet, and viewing of sculptures by world renown actor, director, singer, poet, painter, sculpture, Paul Sorvino, as well as a trunk show, from 1 to 5 p.m. for the exclusive Lalique Crystal Architectural line on Thursday, Dec. 18. Sorvino has appeared in more than 80 films, numerous Broadway shows, and a number of award-winning television production. His public signing will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. After receiving its first-ever Five Diamond AAA award, Bellagio's Le Cirque has instituted a six-course tasting menu. It costs $115 per person (minimum two diners) and will be available until Dec. 24. The $650 million four-mile-long Las Vegas Monorail project has no firm grand-opening date yet, but it will be sometime in early 2004. All seven stations and nine trains are now in the "testing and commissioning phase." Each train can accommodate 300 passengers, who will have to pay $3 for a one-way ticket and $5.50 for a round-trip; 10-ride, one-day, and three-day passes will also be available. The complete one-way trip, from the MGM Grand to the Sahara, will take approximately 15 minutes, including 30-second stops at the stations. The wait time between trains should be around four minutes. The monorail has attracted corporate sponsors, such as Nextel, Hansen (the beverage company), Motorola, and Paramount Parks, whose names will adorn the trains and stations. Construction and management contracts have also recently been signed for the 2.3-mile monorail extension from the Sahara to downtown Las Vegas, which could be completed by 2006.
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