When we refer to the scene in VegasVille as a participation sport, the overnight opening-night party at Jewel is what we’re talking about. The club has overtaken the former Haze nightclub, closed 18 months ago, and …
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Steve Wynn makes quick change at Intrigue; Red Mercury scales Stratosphere
Bill Boyd’s passion for hometown burns bright as ever
Taking the lead from his legendary father, Bill Boyd, the founder and executive chairman of Boyd Gaming, continues to enrich the community with his vision and generosity. On Saturday night, he was honored at the …
At Aria, poker ace Bobby Baldwin hits the club at Jewel
Bobby Baldwin has long been a master at turning a profit at 2 p.m. Now he’s focused on 2 a.m. …
A cool hang with Robert Irvine is just the start at ‘re-energized’ Tropicana
Say this for Robert Irvine: When he hangs out at the Trop, he really hangs out at the Trop. The star chef who hosts Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible” made the ultimate delivery order Monday …
Hello? More dates for Lionel Richie at Axis? Boyband revue sauntering into Sin City Theater
Lionel Richie’s initial run at Axis at Planet Hollywood sold well enough to spark speculation that he’ll extend beyond the announced dates this fall. …
The Cult’s Ian Astbury brings the fire, but can simmer, too
The man who sings “Fire Woman” can be a flame-thrower onstage. But in conversation, Ian Astbury feels more like a candle, warm and calm. “I’m not the type who seeks the limelight, and I’m not all about accolades,” the frontman for The Cult said …
David Spade returns to the Mirage, and remembers the Riv
“I did 21 shows per week—this was before SNL, so that was my schedule—and they actually offered to pay you in chips in those days.”
From El Rancho Vegas to MGM Grand, Tony Bennett is still a hot ticket
Tony Bennett recalls what it was like for singers in the early days of Las Vegas. Which is to say, there was not a lot of work for singers in the early days of Las Vegas. …
‘Forever Purple’ Prince tribute show set for June 7 at Smith Center
The Kats Report Bureau at this writing is Beach Cafe at Tropicana Las Vegas on Monday night. The news out of this building tonight is the announcement of a new restaurant fronted by …
Monday By the Numbers: ‘Power of Love’s’ 35-person turnout in 1995 — and 16,000 since
This week, Monday By the Numbers turns its spotlight on one of the year’s great philanthropic events — and events of any kind — the Keep Memory Alive “Power of Love” charity gala benefiting …
L.V. doubleheader: Paul Zerdin opens ‘vent’ at P.H.; Scorpions blackout at Joint
Once more the lineup of shows was uniquely VegasVille. Early in the night, it was ventriloquist Paul Zerdin with his “Mouthing Off” show at Planet Hollywood Showroom. Later, it was a scramble to the Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel to catch veteran German rock band …
‘Magic Mike’ muscling onto crowded stage; Criss Angel moves back ‘Mindfreak Live!’ opening
Caesars Entertainment is abuzz lately with new or updated shows, including Paul Zerdin’s “Mouthing Off” toggling with Frankie Moreno at PH Showroom and Wayne Newton’s “Up Close and Personal” at …
‘X’ turns XIV at Flamingo; Steve Wynn not grooving to overpaid DJs
A product of the Matt and Angela Stabile “X” empire, “X Burlesque” at Flamingo is advancing with new numbers and visuals. …
Operation Frankie Moreno is finally at full force at Planet Hollywood
I won’t say the man was nervous. He handled that himself Wednesday night. “Why am I so nervous?” Frankie Moreno asked everyone and no one in particular …
Steven Tyler to tell all in Venetian appearance
The man who has long demanded, “Walk this way, talk this way,” will be doing some talking — along with singing — on the Strip in July.
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