John Katsilometes
Story Archive
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It's all about booking (and the book) as Louie Anderson opens new chapter at Plaza
Saturday, July 13, 2013 Louie Anderson left Palace Station in March and has opened at the classically appointed Plaza Showroom.
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By the numbers: Gatsby Gamble rolls up $15,000 in $15 million penthouse
Friday, July 12, 2013 It was an evening of opulent philanthropy at the Gatsby Gamble at One Queensridge Place.
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Jeanie Linders’ ‘The D* Word’ filling dates at Shimmer Cabaret
Thursday, July 11, 2013 Jeanie Linders is hoping to re-create the success of "Menopause The Musical" with "The D Word," a new show at Shimmer Cabaret.
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Sarah Guillot-Guyard benefit show scheduled; no ‘Showbiz Roast’ for Vinnie Favorito
Wednesday, July 10, 2013 A fellow Cirque du Soleil performer is setting up a $20-per-ticket show at Town Square to benefit the family of late "Ka" artist Sarah Guillot-Guyard.
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‘Peepshow’ to end Sept. 1 after 4 years at Planet Hollywood
Wednesday, July 10, 2013 It’s bye-bye, Coco Austin, and bye-bye, “Peepshow.” The city’s grandest striptease production is ending its run at Planet Hollywood on Labor Day Weekend, Base Entertainment announced late Tuesday night.
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Mad dash by L.V. Phil's concertmaster; Nick Hissom caked in adoration; salute to America at Cannery
Sunday, July 7, 2013 L.V. Philharmonic concertmaster De Ann Letourneau barely made both ends of a holiday doubleheader at Smith Center on the Fourth of July.
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'Michael Jackson One' puts a new spin on familiar themes and scenes
Friday, July 5, 2013 "Michael Jackson One" is an aggressive show that bobs and moves at Mandalay Bay.
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Alex Schechter’s onstage proposal to Frank Marino is a real showstopper
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Frank Marino never saw it coming — at least until Alex Schechter walked onstage wearing a tux.
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As We See It
'KA' tragedy reminds us that extraordinary expression is not without risk
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Sarah Guyard-Guillot was an ideal fit for Cirque du Soleil.
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With a new single release, it’s time to get to know Nick Hissom — as Nick Hissom
Monday, July 1, 2013 Nick Hissom has a lot going for him, and yet sings, "If I Die Young."
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Terry Bradshaw's one-man show at The Mirage is another mad scramble
Sunday, June 30, 2013 Terry Bradshaw cannot tell his life story in four quarters without reliving The Immaculate Reception. “It was the play of my life,” Bradshaw says.
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Reva Rice keeps bearings with performance on 'quads'; 'Fantasy' adjusting its top; Celine checks in with Veronic
Friday, June 28, 2013 Reva Rice laced up the "quads" during her run in "Starlight Express" at Las Vegas Hilton.
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Artist in 'Michael Jackson One' injured after fall to the stage
Thursday, June 27, 2013 A performer on a "slack rope" fell and suffered a mild concussion in Wednesday's "Michael Jackson One" show at Mandalay Bay.
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Terry Bradshaw is ready to air it out in his debut at the Mirage
Thursday, June 27, 2013 Terry Bradshaw has performed for stadiums full of football fans, but his gig in a Las Vegas theater is a different sort of challenge.
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A&E
Terry Bradshaw—what?!—comes to the Strip for a pair of shows
Wednesday, June 26, 2013 Terry Bradshaw telling jokes. Terry Bradshaw singing. Are you ready for this?
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Veronic summons 50 voices for one big challenge at Bally's
Wednesday, June 26, 2013 Veronic was a country/folk artist until expanding her list of impressions from five to more than 50.
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It's girls' night out as Claire Sinclair goes rogue in 'Pin Up'
Tuesday, June 25, 2013 Claire Sinclair wants to play a more revealing role in "Pin Up" at Stratosphere. On Friday night, she made it happen.
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Notes: EDC bugs out, but LVMS all aglow about its return in 2014; Steve-O is surprisingly photogenic
Monday, June 24, 2013 EDC ended its third run at Las Vegas Motor Speedway early this morning, and LVMS officials are fairly electric about its return.
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Gandolfini was a gracious, generous ‘man’s man’ who loved visiting Vegas
Thursday, June 20, 2013 James Gandolfini often enjoyed Vegas with his friend and "Sopranos" co-star Steve Schirripa, onetime entertainment director at the Riviera.
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Andre Agassi: Jimmy Connors serves up 'narcissism' in 'The Outsider'
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 The relationship between Andre Agassi and Jimmy Connors has always been terse, and Agassi is not happy with Connors' new book.
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Count on 'Priscilla' to be the queen of fabulousness
Monday, June 17, 2013 "Priscilla — Queen of the Desert" is, shall we say, unambiguous in its sensibilities.
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Suit against Sunset Thomas offers new wrinkle in the oldest profession
Monday, June 17, 2013 There are few “firsts” left in the world’s oldest profession, but never before has Sunset Thomas experienced this: She is being sued for not having sex.
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Planet Hollywood no longer in a Sylver state; 'DWTS' ends its tango with the Trop
Sunday, June 16, 2013 Marshall Sylver once professed to have a plan to make millions at PH Live. Instead, his comp-heavy show at Peepshow theater is closing.
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In a case of he said/she said, Sunset Thomas says, ‘I did’
Saturday, June 15, 2013 Sunset Thomas has worked exclusively at Chicken Ranch since the fall of 2011. In her long career, she's never been sued.
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Richard Cheese making a grate return to Sunset Station
Friday, June 14, 2013 Richard Cheese & Lounge Against the Machine are bringing the swing back to Vegas, where they have headlined for 13 years.
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Comedy
Lots of laughs: A look inside the Las Vegas comedy boom
Thursday, June 13, 2013 There is more comedy being performed in Las Vegas today—at any and every level—than in any other time during the city’s history. From new clubs to resident headliners and touring names, comedy is booming here. The wealth of options is great for fans, but for the comedians plying their trade around town, competition is heating up.
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It’s rally time for Ian Ziering as he links up with the Chippendales
Friday, June 7, 2013 Ian Ziering is showing he can take on risque roles as his stint with Chippendales at The Rio proves.
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Noise
Life Is Beautiful's $99 tickets gone in a flash
Friday, June 7, 2013 The window of opportunity to purchase the least-expensive tickets to the Life Is Beautiful festival was about as narrow as a mail slot. The $99.50 tickets for the two-day festival offered today at 10 a.m. were listed as sold out almost instantly.
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Features
The making of an icon: Oscar Goodman
Thursday, June 6, 2013 The former mayor and Mob lawyer talks wiretaps, fame and life after office.
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Ever-evolving Jabbawockeez make a point at Luxor
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 Jabbawockeez have grown up considerably since opening at MGM Grand five years ago.
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Notes: Santana recalls his 'no' to The Rolling Stones; Goodman's unsettling Willie Brown fundraiser; Lewis likes (two) female comics
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 Carlos Santana was asked by The Rolling Stones to be in "Gimme Shelter," an offer he turned down.
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Face-to-face meeting with Phil Knight led Andre Agassi back to the swoosh
Sunday, June 2, 2013 Tennis legend and Las Vegas native Andre Agassi returned to Nike after a personal overture from company chief Phil Knight. “We talked it out. We shared many tears together, talking to each other across a desk,” recalls Agassi.
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Notes: Oscar Goodman to subject himself to skewering; Paul Davis leaves HRH for a different kind of hard rock
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Oscar Goodman follows Zowie Bowie in the throne for "Showbiz Roast" at the Stratosphere in July.
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D time is now for The Scintas to take hold in Downtown Las Vegas
Friday, May 24, 2013 The Scintas bring a family vibe to The D, replacing the old Irish vibe of Fitzgeralds.
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Debbie Reynolds says she wanted more of Liberace the showman in ‘Candelabra’
Thursday, May 23, 2013 Debbie Reynolds has just a few significant scenes in "Behind the Candelabra" but relished the chance to play Liberace's mother, Frances.
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Crazy Horse III halts use of name Crazy Horse Too, but rival club is opening anyway
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Mike Galam's effort to resurrect the name Crazy Horse Too was thwarted today by a judge in Las Vegas.
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The backlash has taken hold — but why was Biebs booed?
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Justin Bieber spent 57 seconds in silence as fans booed him after he won the Milestone Award at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night.
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Penn Jillette finishes second but spins a lot of magic on 'All-Star Celebrity Apprentice'
Monday, May 20, 2013 Penn Jillette was uncertain about returning to "Celebrity Apprentice" but has won nearly $1 million for Opportunity Village on the NBC show.
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Live from the Billboard Music Awards: Swift wins Top Artist; Bieber wins Milestone Award; Prince burns in finale
Sunday, May 19, 2013 The 2013 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena kicked off with a great performance by Bruno Mars and some jokes from host Tracy Morgan.
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Jabbawockeez shift into higher gear with 'Prism' at Luxor
Sunday, May 19, 2013 Together for a decade, Jabbawockeez continue to develop their act and have developed a wide-ranging show with "Prism."
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Penn Jillette’s weekend plans: Baby-sit Trace Adkins’ kids, beat Adkins on ‘All-Star Celebrity Apprentice’
Friday, May 17, 2013 Penn Jillette and Trace Adkins have become close friends during NBC's all-star season of "Celebrity Apprentice."
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LVH books a classic-rock act, and it ain't 'Rock Vault'; Brad Garrett turns to animation and stand-up after sitcom cancellation
Friday, May 17, 2013 "Raiding the Rock Vault" is a classic-rock production show, but Led ZepAgain is in town this weekend.
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Horses of a different color: Crazy Horse Too-Crazy Horse III in court next week; Helldorado Days plots its future
Thursday, May 16, 2013 The famous gentlemen's club on Industrial opens next week, but what will it be called?
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'KWTD': 'Rock Vault' loaded with hits — including a right hook by Howard Leese
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 In the first week of "Raiding the Rock Vault" at LVH, Heart guitarist Howard Leese landed one of his greatest hits.
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Elvis king crowned on Fremont Street, but Sam and Linda Thompson also win
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Chad Collins topped a field of 19 Elvis Tribute Artists, but the brother-sister combo of Sam and Linda Thompson picked up some cash, too.
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For ‘Model Employee’ octet, Mandalay Bay is the first, last and only resort
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 "Model Employee" is a contest among eight models competing to be the spokeswoman for Mandalay Bay.
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Jerry Lewis keeps it crisp at South Point; next stop is Cannes Film Festival
Monday, May 13, 2013 Jerry Lewis appeared solo, without musicians, but made ample use of humor and clips at South Point.
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This news never gets old: The Rolling Stones put on a show for the ages at MGM Grand
Sunday, May 12, 2013 The Rolling Stones' aura was never more powerful than during a hits-loaded show Saturday night at MGM Grand Garden Arena.
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An emotional Clint Holmes performance at The Smith Center is an early Mother's Day gift
Sunday, May 12, 2013 Clint Holmes had never met Gloria Bullard and her family before May 3, but it was an unforgettable night.
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A Rolling Stones-to-Santana letter exhumed, and a by-the-numbers look at the band
Friday, May 10, 2013 In 1970, the Stones asked Santana for permission to use his performance from Altamont in "Gimme Shelter." He said no thanks.