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| Sunday, December 19, 2004 | PRIOR ISSUE - ARCHIVES |
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| Rick Springfield Rings In New Year, Roman Empire Skating, Downtown Brown On Disc, Teatro Euro Celebrates, Peter Max Opens Gallery, 'Aussie Angels' Heaven Sent, George Carlin Moves, Josh Groban Performs, Guinness World of Records Closes, Polar Bears Frolick, "Happy Holidays Las Vegas" CD, Holiday Magic Begins Benefit, Johnny Dark Stands Up, Wine Tasting Dinners Illuminate Holidays, Vote For Blackjack Hall Of Fame, More... | |
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Singer, actor and 80's heartthrob Rick Springfield will bring his famous brand of rock 'n' roll to The Hideaway Showroom at the Silverton located three miles south of the Strip off I-15 on New Year's Eve, Dec. 31 at 11 p.m. Tickets are $54.99, call 1-866-946-4373 or 702- 914-8557.
Born Richard Lewis Springthorpe in Sydney, Australia, Ricky as he was then known, received a guitar for his 13th birthday and taught himself to play. He went on to join Australia's most popular teen bands, Zoot, and spread his wings as a guitar player and songwriter. His revamped version of the Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" sustained a 21-week run on the charts.
In 1971, his first single, "Speak to the Sky," made the charts before he ventured to America, where he guest starred in a number of television series including "The Rockford Files," "Wonder Woman," "The Six Million Dollar Man," and the motion picture "Battlestar Galactica." Within days of starting his new role of Dr. Noah Drake on the number one rated daytime drama, "General Hospital" in 1980, Springfield's new label, RCA, released "Jessie's Girl" from his album "Working Class Dog," which spent more weeks on the charts than any other album in 1981.
More recently, in 2001 and 2002, Springfield starred in "EFX Alive" at the MGM Grand in 2001-2002. Since then, he completed his new album "shock/denial/anger/acceptance," which is set for release in February along with plans for a new tour.
Had the privileged opportunity to see "Legends On Ice" at the intimate Caesars Amphitheater, an outdoor entertainment venue that seats 1,750, but can be expanded to fit 4,500. Every Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 16, this ice show featuring Olympic and World Champion skating stars performing solo numbers and big production ensemble numbers like Curier & Ives Pageantry and Skating Toys done in an "Ice-Capades"-style is dazzling audiences. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $50 for box seats plus tax and fees, call 702-866-1600.
There will also be special Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve shows. Tickets for New Year's Eve are $50 and $100.
Viktor Petrenko, Elvis Stojko and Paul Wylie will be alternating throughout the rest of the show's run. A few of the constant lineup include Dan Hollander, US Bronze Medalist & International Ice Comedian, Internationally acclaimed Adagio Pair Team - Matt Evers & Ellicia Sheperd, and American Open Show Act Champion Irina Grigorian, who steals the show by effortlessly handling a multitude of hula hoops while skating. This Ukrainian beauty now makes her home in Las Vegas.
The amphitheater, which is currently featuring public skating daily, is nestled in Caesars new Roman Plaza that replaced the long people mover that conveyed patrons into Caesars Palace from the corner of the Strip and Flamingo Ave. for decades. The entertainment and retail plaza is a $40 million five-acre project that includes the first new porte cochére at Caesars since 1979. The Plaza also features Viale, a 230-seat Italian indoor-outdoor restaurant; Spanish Steps bar, 250 seats under a permanent umbrella structure; a 200-seat weddings and events venue; and a number of vendor carts. Over the holidays, you can enjoy the spectacular giant Christmas tree with changing light patterns that Caesars Palace has put up in this area.
Gordie Brown, the star of his own show downtown at the Golden Nugget, released a CD this month with two original holiday songs. Brown is well known in Las Vegas for his repertoire of voices and impersonations that he has focused on for 20 years; however, this CD showcases his singing and songwriting.
The CD will be available for $5 plus postage through www.gordiebrown.com. Brown is currently working on his self-titled debut album of all original songs set for release in mid-2005.
Tickets for Browns show with his live band are $60.50, call 702-386-8100.
The MGM Grand held a star-studded grand opening celebration hosted by R&B sensation Usher for the Teatro Euro Bar. The party followed the 2004 Billboard Music Awards on Dec. 8. Some of the Invited celebrities who attended included: Paris Hilton, Maroon 5, Hoobastank, Nick Lachey and Petey Pablo, to name a few.
Teatro, which translates to "theatre" in Italian, has a catwalk and treats guests to sensuous themed performances that include cabaret, go-go, tease and Asian influences. Once inside the dome-shaped room that holds 150 guests, you notice the environment adorned by plush red Ferrari leather, polished stainless steel, and a backlit projection wall of glass bottles with monitors behind each displaying sensuous images from flames to female silhouettes.
Teatro Euro Bar is open daily from 6 p.m. through closing. For reservations, call 702-891-3695.
Artist Peter Max will open The Art of Peter Max Gallery at the Forum Shops at Caesars on Jan. 7 and 8, 2005. Max will meet fans on both dates from 6-9 p.m., call 702- 644.7070 for information.
Since the late 1960s, Max's work has been an artistic symbol of American pop culture. Max's imagination and vision can be found in over 100 museums and galleries throughout the world and on a variety of canvases, including the Berlin Wall and a Boeing 777 jumbo jet, currently in use by Continental Airlines.
Max has painted portraits of numerous world leaders, including the last six U.S. Presidents, the Dalai Lama, and Mikhail Gorbachev. He has also been designated Official Artist of numerous international events, including six Grammy Award broadcasts, three World Fairs, and six Super Bowls.
The Art of Peter Max Gallery displays over 150 original paintings that range in price from $1,200 to an eight-foot tall "Liberty" for $150,000.
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The producers of the internationally acclaimed "Thunder From Down Under," male strip show playing at the Excalibur have now introduced the female version of the show in the form of "Aussie Angels" at the Las Vegas Hilton. The sexy new wonders from Down Under have taken over a 10 p.m. time slot in the 300-seat Shimmer Cabaret that they share with comedian David Brenner. Tickets are $39.95 plus tax, call 1-800-222-5361. Comedian George Carlin is out at the MGM Grand and will move over to the Stardust in 2005. A second performance day has been added for Kevin Spacey at the Stardust. He will now appear at the Stardust on Sunday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Dec. 27, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $59.95 plus tax. Other headliners at the Stardust in January include Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, who put on a show not to be missed Jan. 12-15, the group Chicago Jan. 19-22, and Wayne Newton Jan. 24-Feb. 9. Singer Josh Groban with special guest Chris Botti will perform a concert at Mandalay Bay on Saturday, March 19. After many years, the Guinness World of Records on the Strip has closed. Winter has arrived in the Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens with a holiday display featuring a group of six Arctic polar bears frolicking in the "snow banks," and giant ice-bursts reflecting the sunlight's prism suspended above. The centerpiece of the gardens is a majestic holiday tree stretching 45 feet tall and embellished with sparkling mirrors and gold and red ornaments. It is crowned with an eighteen-point star, signaling hope for the season and joy to all. The free holiday display will run until Jan. 8, 2005. Vezzo Records has paired with the Stratosphere and Molyneux Entertainment to produce "Happy Holidays Las Vegas," a CD compilation of Las Vegas headliners and top recording artists performing holiday music. All the proceeds will benefit Las Vegas-based Foundation for Positively Kids according to Mark Massimino, owner of Vezzo Records and entertainment director for the Stratosphere. The Foundation for Positively Kids is a local non-profit organization dedicated to developing services for comprehensive care of Nevada's terminally ill children. "Happy Holidays Las Vegas" may be purchased on line at www.positivelykids.org or call for information at 702-380-7747. JW Marriott is hosting a 13-day holiday celebration -- Holiday Magic Las Vegas -- to benefit 13 different local charities. The celebration running through Dec. 22 features carolers, professional ice skaters, holiday décor, food and beverages, and a community Christmas tree. Holiday Magic begins at 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Stand-up comedy actor Johnny Dark will bring his subtle, calm, non-vulgar humor to the Riviera Comedy Club, Dec. 20-26. In addition to spending years on the comedy club circuit, he has many television credits. More recent television appearances include dramatic roles on "L.A. Law," "Equal Justice," "Superior Court," "Point Man," CBS' "Touched By An Angel," HBO's "Stand Up, Stand Up," A&E's "Caroline's Comedy Club," and John Byner's "Comedy on the Road." You can often find Johnny participating in the Riviera's Celebrity Slots and Blackjack Tournaments held several times a year. Appearing with Dark are John Bizzare and Dan Rothenberg. Tickets are $17.95 plus taxes, call 702-794-9433. Harrah's World Series of Poker has won a Horizon Award from the Atlanta Sports Council, which recognizes innovation in advertising, marketing, technology and media in the business of sports. Plans are under way for a massive New Years celebration entitled Cloudburst to take place at the Fashion Show Mall. The event calls for a two- level, 21 years and older party that will culminate in a concert by Crystal Method, have over-the-top fashion productions and live video feeds that will light up the 400-foot long Fashion Show "Media Curve" and the 480-foot long Cloud. Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster. The new fine dining restaurants Sushi Roku and BOA Steakhouse located in the new section of The Forum Shop will be doing early seatings with set menus and a late seating that will flow into a party on New Year's Eve. Tickets will also be available for the party only, which will begin at 10:30 p.m. Both restaurants offer indoor / outdoor dining and elevated 180 degree views of the Strip and the New Year's Eve fireworks. For information and details, call 702-733-7373. Wine tasting dinners are planned at Spiedini in the JW Marriott in Summerlin on Wednesday, Dec. 29 for $65, call 702-869-8500, and at Sazio in the Orleans on Tuesday, Dec. 28 for $45, call 702-948-9500. On Jan. 2, at the annual Blackjack Ball in Las Vegas, two new members will be inducted into the Blackjack Hall of Fame. This year's nominees are Ian Andersen, Julian Braun, Bill Erb, James Grosjean, Lawrence Revere, and the Four Horsemen of the Aberdeen Proving Ground. You can visit (webpage gone) to read the bios of the nominees, all of whom are legends in the world of blackjack, and cast your own votes.
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