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| Sunday, November 28, 2004 | PRIOR ISSUE - ARCHIVES |
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| Insanity On The Rise, Dishes Dishes It Out, High Top NYE, Big Band Party, Merry Christmas Fundraiser, Strip Shows Support Benefit, World Market Center Tops Off, M&M's World® Opens, Caesars On Ice, Lake Las Vegas Celebrates Winter, Havana Night Club Sizzles, Bounty On Rob MacCachren, Ricochet Rebounds, The Magical Forest Rings Cheer, Vegas Baby She-Elvis, Bob Maheu Tells On Hughes, More... | |
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| NIGHTLIFE |
| RECREATION |
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Even now, only the brave tackle the existing three thrill rides at the very top of the Stratosphere. Early next year, the resort's new venture "Insanity - The Ride" is scheduled to open and it will dangle riders and spin them literally over the edge of the observation deck more than 900 feet above the Strip. The ride will hold 10 passengers in "escape proof" seats as it spins them 40 miles per hour. The centrifugal force will be three Gs, and the ride will move 64 feet past the edge or the Stratosphere tower.
Dishes Buffet opened this month at Treasure Island now called TI. Inspired by the world's finest gourmet food markets, it features a global cuisine assortment with live-action exhibition stations such as Barbeque, Asian, Pasta Sauté, Salad, and Bakery. Dishes also offers a roving chili cart with two varieties of regional American chili that will change weekly.
On Friday and Saturday nights, Dishes presents "Swanky Dishes" offering a selection of upgraded entrée items available at each station such as Lobster Ravioli, Crab Legs, Peel and Eat Shrimp and assorted soufflés.
Dishes is the first buffet design for Jeffrey Beers, known for his dynamic designs including Isla Mexican Kitchen and Tequila Bar at TI and Tabú Ultra Lounge at the MGM Grand.
The energy of the action cooking stations is balanced by a subtle, warm feeling in the dining room of dark chocolate-covered woods and creamy walls. Granite marble, stainless steel countertops and colorful tiles add a modern twist with a sleek, rich feel. A large glass retail wall that is visible from the casino displays preserved spices, oils and ingredients, adds to the market-style buffet.
Dishes seats 425 guests and is open daily for breakfast from 7 to 10:45 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and dinner from 4 until 10:30 p.m. Breakfast is priced at $12, lunch at $15 and dinner at $20 and the Friday and Saturday "Swanky Dishes" costs $26.
The Rio's New Year's Eve party at the Voodoo Café and Lounge will feature two floors of partying with dining, dancing, spectacular views of the Strip's Centennial fireworks display and four admission packages.
Dinner package offers three staggered dining room seatings for $275. Each seating offers a four-course "Creole Tasting" meal, three drink tickets per person, party favors, a midnight champagne toast and access to the 50th floor patio to view the fireworks. The $550 premium package guarantees a reserved table for four, one selection from the Voodoo's bottle menu with mixers and garnishes, and access to the 51st floor patio. The general admission standing room package is $75.
A supplemental Wine Cellar package is also available for $50 a person. before heading up to the Voodoo to partake in the New Year's revelry. To book, call 702-777-7776.
The Riviera will feature the Glenn Williams Band and The Gene White Orchestra in the Royale Pavilion starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are $155.50 inclusive and they include a gourmet dinner, unlimited drinks and party favors.
Williams' career began when, at the age of 15, he earned a spot singing on a popular local TV variety show for nine years. In 1980, he moved to Las Vegas, where he has performed at the Sands, Aladdin, Tropicana, MGM and Bally's, to name but a few.
White toured with the Glenn Miller Orchestra under Ray McKinley, as well as with the bands of Tex Beneke, Les Elgart, Si Zenter and others in the 1960's. From 1993-95, White created, produced and performed on the Big Band Radio Show, "Swing Street," which featured his 21-piece orchestra. He is currently writing musical arrangements for various artists.
Once again, the Top Of The Riv ballroom will offer disc jockey spins beginning at 10 p.m. The $105.50 inclusive ticket includes unlimited drinks, hors d'oeuvres and party favors.
Comics Michael McDonald, Tracy Esposito and Tom Clarke will take over the Riviera Comedy Club. Tickets are $49.99 inclusive with unlimited drinks and party favors.
"An Evening At La Cage" will offer a regular 7:30 p.m. show at $55 and $65 dollars. For Riviera ticket, call 702-794-9433.
The 19th annual "Merry Christmas Las Vegas" holiday benefit performance will be held on Sunday, Dec. 5 at 2:00 p.m. in the Theatre of the Stars showroom at the Stratosphere and taped for local and national television. The fundraising matinee is open to the public, with a requested donation of $25 per person. For reservations, call 702-889-3587.
The scheduled line-up includes The cast of "We Will Rock You" will join forces with special guests from The show is an original cabaret-type show filled with singing, dancing, rock music, standards, and Broadway favorites. Performers will be backed by the seven-piece band from "We Will Rock You." Part of the performance will feature a live auction with signed merchandise from Queen band members, tickets to "We Will Rock You," and a cast photo album.
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A groundbreaking was held this month for the $400 million Boca Raton Resort Condominiums, the newest in luxury mid-rise living at the southwest corner of Serene and Las Vegas Blvd. South. Phase One with 183 residences is scheduled for completion in February 2006. Once completed, the project will have four seven-story towers and 756 units ranging in price from $200,000 to millions. Construction of the first phase of the $1 billion World Market Center furniture showcase is nearly two months ahead of schedule. The project's $200 million, 1.3 million-square-foot Phase One broke ground in September 2003 on a 57-acre parcel downtown. Vertical construction began in May and is expected to top off this month on the nearly windowless 10-story building. Work has begun on building the third tower at The Grandview at Las Vegas, a time-share development at 9940 Las Vegas Blvd. So. The 12-story, 120-unit tower is expected to be completed in about a year and cost an estimated $21 million. Ten towers are planned for the 27-acre parcel. M&M's World®, the 28,000-square-foot, four-story Strip storefront at the Showcase Mall dedicated to the colorful chocolate, is extending the experience to the Ethel M® Chocolate Factory location in Henderson. Recently voted "America's Favorite Icons," exclusive merchandise featuring the beloved M&M® characters will now be available at both locales. M&M's World® opened in 1998. Ice skating is now on the Strip. Caesars Palace has introduced a 60-by-90-foot ice rink, which is open to the public for skating sessions and has a show that opened this weekend called "The Stars Are Out Tonight." The revue will run through Jan. 15 in the 1,800-seat Caesars Palace Amphitheatre that is part of the Roman Plaza area in front of the original casino. Starting today, the futuristic rock comedy set to the music of Queen, "We Will Rock You," has new show times and additional pricing options. Shows are at 8:30 p.m. Sunday - Friday (dark Thursday) and at 7 and 10:30 p.m. on Saturday. There's now a 2 p.m. matinee on Sundays with all tickets priced at $49. Ticket prices are Planet Mall - $45, Radio GaGa - $70, Killer Queen - $85, and Bohemian - $100 plus tax and handling fee, call 877-ROCK-SHOW or 702- 946-4567. The Lake Las Vegas Resort is celebrating "Winter Weekends" with an ice skating rink that is open through Jan. 17, 2005. Hours of operation vary and the rink will be closed Christmas Eve. The cost for ice-skating is $11 per hour for adults, $8 per hour for children. Private lessons are $75 per hour or $40 for a half hour. Skate rentals are $4. For information, call 888-387-1234. "Havana Night Club - The Show" at the Stardust has extended its triumphant Las Vegas Engagement through Jan. 11, 2005. The 55-member troupe of classically trained dancers, singers, and musicians, bring the sizzling beauty of Havana to the Strip. It is the only theatrical spectacular to emanate from Cuba and perform on US soil in more than 50 years, taking the audience on a dazzling journey through the African and Spanish heritage to the Havana's famed nightlife of the 40's and 50's. Tickets are $69.95, call 1-866-525-2077. The Rio has launched an interactive Web site featuring the Voodoo Lounge, Club Rio and Vegas' newest hot-spot, I-Bar ultra lounge. After spending a night out on the town Rio-style, guests may return to the new Web site and look at photographs of their evening taken by roaming professional photographers. The South Beach inspired BiKiNiS located in the southwest corner of the Rio's main floor recently celebrated its two-year anniversary. The 14,000-square-foot dance club includes the Lava Lounge and Swimming Pool VIP Lounge, and an outside casino bar and retail area. For information, call 702.777.6582. Las Vegas native Rob MacCachren, who has won over 100 races including the prestigious Baja 1000, is set to make history in Henderson's annual Terrible 300 desert off-road race being held Dec. 4, by racing in two classes - 1/2 1600 and Truck Class 7300. In addition, a bounty has been placed on him in the Class 1/2 1600 - meaning the first driver in that class to beat MacCachren will receive a $1,500 bonus. All events are free for spectators. Tabu and Studio 54 nightclubs will be closed Dec. 22-27, for the holidays. Ricochet will be performing in the Wayne Newton Theater at the Stardust during the National Finals Rodeo, Dec. 3-11 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $9.95 plus tax. The holiday spirit is radiating at the Opportunity Village's 13th Annual Magical Forest and the Food and Beverage Director's Association of Nevada is contributing to the fundraiser by donating food to be sold at the outdoor event. The Magical Forest will run through Dec. 31. The outdoor holiday light show attracts nearly 200,000 and it is open daily from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for children, $7 for adults, and $10 to $12 for an all-inclusive Unlimited Rides Passport. Kathy Griffin has signed on to do the independent film "Vegas Baby," playing the role of She-Elvis. It's the story of five pals who travel to Las Vegas for a bachelor party. Bob Maheu, who was Howard Hughes business aide from 1957 to 1970, spent three days being interviewed by Leslie Stahl, correspondent for CBS' "60 Minutes." The segment will air on Dec. 10, a week before the release of "The Aviator," starring Leonardo DiCaprio as a young Hughes.
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