Janet Jackson’s opening at Resorts World Theatre was a custom-made experience.
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The iconic Las Vegas venue plans a celebration of major cities around the world as it takes part in the New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular on the Strip.
Jennifer Hudson is singing from her first holiday-themed album this weekend at Fontainebleau’s BleauLive Theater.
For the first time, gamblers can play 5-card-draw poker with real money from their phones.
Kevin Cronin fronts “An Evening of ‘Hi Infidelity’… And More” at The Venetian Theatre this week. He’s touring without the REO Speedwagon name in 2025.
Micky Dolenz from The Monkees has a date at The Strat Theater next February.
Austin “Chumlee” Russell and Rick Harrison’s new show will feature such celebs as Mark Davis and Billy F. Gibbons.
The need for service, and the passion from those who serve, is strong in Las Vegas.
Wayne Newton is set to headline at the Flamingo on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays through December ’25.
Nevada Ballet Theater and the Musicians Union of Las Vegas Local 369 are miles apart in negotiations.
Caspian’s is attempting the unlikely. The club is mixing live rock ‘n’ roll on a regular basis with high-end food fare (especially caviar) for those apt to snack on Pringles.
“Michael Jackson Drone” — sorry, I mean “Michael Jackson One” — has boosted the tech in its show at Mandalay Bay. And drones and digital enhancements join the dance party.
Jim Murren recalls that Mandalay Bay ‘dramatically helped Luxor and Excalibur,’ and wants that type of high-tide result on the north Strip.
Cody Jinks, appearing this weekend at Dolby Live, says, “I never really got into the whole country scene.”
Jason Aldean honors Route 91 “Routers” at his Kitchen + Bar club at 63 CityCenter.
Brad Paisley’s “One Man Six Strings” plays this weekend at Encore Theater.
The exhibit of wounded veterans’ art opens a day before National Finals Rodeo and several days before George Strait’s concert at Allegiant Stadium.