MIKE WEATHERFORD e-mail: MWeatherford@reviewjournal.com

Mike reviews shows and headliners in Las Vegas, and he writes an entertainment column twice a week.

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Reviews - 2007

Jul 13: Close Enough: Fitzgeralds' country tribute show hits most of the right notes
Jul 06: A Little Clowning Around: Children, parents warm to the charming, silent comedy of the brief 'Aga-Boom'
Jun 29: 'Defending the Caveman' offers timeless comedic insight
Jun 22: Second City laughs go for the gut and the head
Jun 15: Acrobatics showcase 'Matsuri' a great alternative to magic shows
Jun 08: 'Beauty of Magic' a repeat of other shows without the punch
Jun 01: MAKING IT LOOK EASY: Wayne Brady's improv gets laughs during his old-time variety show
May 25: 'Crazy Horse Paris' revue clings to authenticity of its French format
May 18: Riviera's 'Ice' feels like 'Cirque du Saturation'
May 11: 'Hello Dere' an entertaining time trip
May 04: Bobby Slayton's sex-and-porn comedy is right at home at Hooters Hotel
Apr 27: Steve Wyrick's new magic show is his best yet, but it may be too late
Apr 20: 'Stomp Out Loud' lives up to its name with a little comedy to boot
Apr 01: Time to pull new tricks from magic hat
Mar 31: 'Spamalot' brings Python double talk to the Strip
Mar 30: You Are Getting Very Sleepy: Raunchy 'Mesmerized' pays off for those who can keep their eyes open
Mar 25: It's survival of the fittest in jungle on Strip
Mar 23: A New Brand of Bitchiness - Roseanne Barr
Mar 18: Singer plays Las Vegas on his own terms
Mar 16: Average Joe: Comedian Piscopo reinvents himself as singer in cabaret show
Mar 11: Gloved One could give tribute artists a thrill
Mar 09: Pop Culture Stew: 'Legends in Concert,' Society of Seven blend old-school style with fresh ingredients
Mar 04: There's still a place for old Vegas
Mar 02: 'X' No Longer Marks the Spot: Topless revue loses something in its move to the Flamingo
Feb 25: Even Sin City has some rules about sex
Feb 23: Oh, 'Mamma': After four years, musical still makes for a great gals' night out
Feb 18: The real reasons behind the mini-show
Feb 11: 'Legends' has staying power
Feb 10: Show pleasing if fleeting
Feb 09: Married to Her Act: As long as couples don't change, Rita Rudner's jokes won't have to
Feb 04: Numbers game tricky business
Feb 02: Thank You Very Much: Trent Carlini helps restore Elvis' image on the Strip
Jan 28: Wynn wiser about shows
Jan 26: Still'Crazy' after all these years: 'Girls' gets a welcome makeover in time for 20th anniversary
Jan 21: Versatility big factor in success
Jan 19: King of the Bargains: Mac King's comedy magic show is the best deal on the Strip
Jan 12: Bringing Back the Lounge Act: 'Hitzville -- The Show' recalls the vibe, if not the drink prices, of pre-ultralounge Vegas
Jan 05: Magician on the Move: Rick Thomas takes his likebale afternoon show off the Strip

Final Reviews - 2006
Dec 29: Ballroom Blitz: Modest 'Simply Ballroom' latest show to cash in on dance craze
Dec 22: Sounds of the Season: 'Plaid,' 'Scintas' celebrate the holidays onstage
Dec 15: Something for the ladies at Christmas: Tom Jones skips holiday sentiment to drop a 'Sex Bomb' at MGM
Dec 08: Nothing Compares 2 Prince: Singer throws out most of the Vegas rules during his new free-form show at the Rio