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MIKE WEATHERFORD

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


Columns - 2007

Jul 12:
Strip musicals go for lucky seven
Jul 08: Las Vegas tribute artists get their day
Jul 05: Magic show might be casualty of union battle
Jul 01: Beatles, Cirque toast their success
Jun 28: Couple happy to be big fish in small pond
Jun 24: Magicians pull family fun from up their sleeves
Jun 21: Tribute acts offer next best things
Jun 17: Paris Hilton stunt puts prop comic in pokey
Jun 14: 'Ooh La La' raises some eyebrows
Jun 10: Son's words make mom proud
Jun 07: Comedy revue pushing the envelope
Jun 03: Efforts aiming to preserve 'Lost Vegas'
May 31: 'Caveman' takes crack at battle of sexes
May 27: Comedy veteran exploring new digs
May 24: Tribute to Ozzy trick or not so tasty treat?
May 20: Las Vegas getting it on with award shows
May 17: 'Caveman' and couch coming to casino
May 13: Venue betting on Bette's wide appeal
May 10: Venues offer locals more options
May 06: Productions searching for the sweet spot
May 03: Flamingo adding Vannelli to lineup
Apr 29: Soapbox orator tackles trivial
Apr 26: Singer pushing on despite slow start
Apr 22: New shows bring ticket headaches
Apr 19: Supremes' Wilson defends legacy
Apr 15: 'Hello dere' comedian holds key to longevity
Apr 12: Survey shows ticket prices up
Mar 29: Reclusive Sly keeps them guessing
Mar 22: Angel making way to sin city
Mar 15: Celine beats Babs but doesn1t top Madge
Mar 08: Amazing Johnathan to bid farewell
Mar 01: 'Shag' pitch lands on Fremont canopy
Feb 22: 'Jersey Boys' may land on Strip
Feb 15: Parton still going strong at 61
Feb 08: Hawaiian singers bond easily
Feb. 01: Hasselhoff content in 'Producers'
Jan. 25: Brand consistency leads to 'La Femme' name change
Jan. 18: Mentalist's tricks include filling seats for other shows
Jan. 14: Please bring these shows to town
Jan 11: First 'Producers' rehearsal draws old friends and a few new faces

Final Columns - 2006
Dec 28: Promoter leaves Hard Rock for new job at Palms
Dec 24: A little coal never hurt anyone in showbiz
Dec 21: 'Forever Plaid' to end run, but group could pop up again
Dec 17: Matinee competition heating up
Dec 14: Dom Irrera may not be a huge name, but at least he's funny


Interviews & Features in 2007

Jun 22: Singer Cole didn't want to wait for her pop career to be over
Jun 22: Axis of Evil-ution
Jun 15: Strike Up the Band
May 25: Memorial Day Madness
May 18: The Brady Hunch
May 11: Poolside Playing
May 04: Career Celebration
Apr 27: Breaking the Ice
Apr 20: Politically Charged
Apr 13: The Voice Within
Mar 23: New Stomping Ground
Mar 23: Theater decor a collage of car parts, traffic signs
Feb 02: 'Springtime' in Winter: Broadway smash 'The Producers' opens at Paris Las Vegas
Jan 26: Tween Dreams: Disney brings its smash-hit 'High School Musical' to the Thomas and Mack
Jan 19: Las Vegas Stripped: Lindsey Buckingham, Aaron Lewis go acoustic this weekend
Jan 12: Writing Her Own Ticket: Rita Rudner has her novels to fall back on as she reopens at Harrah's
Jan 05: Elvis: The Comeback: A new Sahara tribute brought impersonator Trent Carlini out of retirement

Final Interviews & Features - 2006
Dec 22: Three 'Phantom' performers get more then a paycheck out of their job
Dec 15: Maceo's Chance to Blow
Nov 17: Still on the D-List - Kathy Griffin

Columnists Index


Books by Mike

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