Fremont Street Experience President Andrew Simon has worked in TV before, but behind the scenes. He’s the star on “Undercover Boss” on Friday.
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John Katsilometes’ man-about-town column appears on daily on page 3A. Katsilometes moved to Las Vegas from Northern California in 1996 and spent two years with the RJ before moving to the Greenspun Media Group in 1998, where he served as an editor, magazine writer and columnist. He returned to the RJ in August 2016. He has won numerous state and regional awards, including the 2013 Nevada Press Association Journalist of the Year honor, and has been awarded three times for column writing by the Best of the West contest.
Talking of Carrot Top’s act at Luxor, Bob Saget said Friday, “It might not be your cup of tea, but you’re doing something great for people.”
“Sammy Hagar and Friends” will have fewer friends, but same rock vibe, at The Strat Theater.
According to reports, MGM Grand Garden is being held for a possible Grammys telecast in April.
Brandon Flowers recalls a visit to the U.S. Capitol, where he performed a version of “Home Means Nevada” in Reid’s office.
Rob Garrett has seen Neil Diamond’s first shows at Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts, and Diamond’s sendoff at MGM Grand in 2020.
Las Vegas production shows have been hit with dual challenges of CES and COVID to start 2022.
Frank Marino is back in “Legends in Concert” with a cast of superstar headliner tributes.
David Copperfield’s crew, and Mat Franco himself, are shutting down because of positive COVID tests.
The R&B star crossed a roped-off barrier at a resort and started throwing punches early Tuesday morning.
Kodi Lee captured the hearts of the “America’s Got Talent” TV audience, soaring to the Season 14 championship.
David Lee Roth planned to end his career with a flourish on the Strip. It hasn’t worked out that way.
Citing market ticket-buying fluctuation, “Love” at the Mirage is down through Jan. 11.
Guitar great Rick Nielsen remembers when the words “cheap trick” were not welcome on the Strip.
Adam Levine kept the time and had a great time as Maroon 5 christened 2022 with a solid performance at The Chelsea.