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Are The Scintas Yet Ready For Prime Time?
Welcome to the cruise ship D. With an overhauled new look, the D Hotel goes old style with the return of former Vegas showroom regulars The Scintas in a decidedly, and admittedly, un-modern production.
Noted for their residency in Detroit at Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Italian restaurant and showroom (this chain is also now at the D), The Scintas are dinner theater showbiz. Or, a cruise ship act. Two brothers, a live band and, currently, a guest female singer. Professionally and sonically, the band is tight and taut. The act has clearly performed thousands of times and still endeavor to mix it up. But, this is not a show ever truly destined for the Strip. Or, ever was. Off Strip or Downtown is where it belongs.
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Look Inside The World Of Jabbawockeez's PRiSM
Oh, that minty fresh new theater smell. The Jabbawockeez dance crew have unveiled their new Luxor theater and theatrical concept, PRiSM. So new, it was the first time they had performed in their revamped costumes and so new that the paint wasn't dry on a mural by "Performance Painter" David Garibaldi. He finished it off in front of local media.
We'll have a review of this new show following their official opening on May 31. We are promised it is very different from their Monte Carlo production. But, for now, here is an early peek at what Luxor has helped create for their new residents.
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Two Opening Nights You Can Still Attend (And, One That's Close Enough)
There's seeing a show in Vegas and then there's being among the first ever to see it. Soon, three new productions will make their Strip debuts and, for two of them, you can still scoop up opening night tix. And, while opening night is sold out for a third, tickets are still available for its second night of life.
Jabbowockeez's newest incarnation, PRiSM, will launch at Luxor on May 18. Tickets for its first night can still be had for $60.50 on the low end.
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The Cosmopolitan's 3,000 Seat Chelsea Theater Found
We've finally found The Cosmopolitan's future 50,000-square-foot, 3,000-seat theater. Found it? Did we lose it? Kind of.
The Chelsea should open by the end of this year. It was originally planned to debut in sync with The Cosmopolitan back in 2010. It didn't. Instead, the resort mothballed the concept and has made do with the Chelsea Ballroom, a large convention space with a stage and temporary seating. Some locals hate it, but we've personally never had a problem with it just as we've enjoyed all the live events we've attended at the Cosmo. (The Chelsea Ballroom will naturally be changing its name.)
Over the last couple of years we'd heard a bunch of stories surrounding the abandoned ghost theater. Plans, negotiations, dreams. And, periodically, we'd go searching for where it might have been. And, there's not a hint of it. We were truly stumped.
Vegas Rumors / Britney Spears / Marshall Sylver / Planet Hollywood / Shows / Entertainment / → All Tags
Making Sense Of The Hypnotist, Britney Spears & Little People
Let's call this one of those only in las Vegas stories. Back in January, rumors ran wild that pop princess Britney Spears was negotiating to launch a residency inside the PH Live theater at Planet Hollywood. Hypnotist Marshall Sylver said, not so fast, as he had already block booked that 7,000-seat room to launch his new show, "Real Hypnosis." Gambling a $10 million budget of his own money, he overnight torpedoed the pop diva's plans. Or, so we were told.
Turns out Sylver's show will now be launched inside the resort's 1,500-seat Peepshow theater thanks to some digging by journalist John Katsilometes. And, that's currently a maybe.
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At Strat, A Pin Up With Potential, But Not There Just Yet
This Chatter'er has a confession to make. I have a total girl crush on Claire Sinclair. Unlike some of her artificially enhanced, bleach blonde, spray tanned breast friends, she’s a brunette breath of fresh air. Like a hottie hybrid of Jessica Rabbit and Bettie Page.
So, you can imagine my excitement to see this angel in a centerfold come to life on stage in PIN UP at the Strat. (Aside: I used to think she was only innocently cute, at most. A fabulous Bettie Page spokesperson, but Playmate of the Year? Really? But, then I saw her naked in Playboy, and YOWZA. Those doe eyes, that body and her playful sex appeal. Girrrrrrl. Oh, and those are real! NSFW link, here.)
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Curious About A Show At The Boulevard Theater? Watch One Now
It probably isn't boring working at the Strip's Boulevard Theater. It sounds like you'll never know who will be performing on their stage from week to week. Located behind Fatburger and across the street from the Monte Carlo, this hidden theater is large, remodeled, but still trying to find its legs. We previously alerted you to their latest headliner, Stars In Concert, a celebrity singer impressionist blockbuster from Europe.
We were very kindly invited to a witness a performance, but it closed before we had the chance. Bit of a surprise to everyone. But, fear not. The Las Vegas Stars In Concert show, featuring an Elvis and a Tom Jones, is still running. Back in Berlin.
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Celine Protege Veronic DiCaire To Headline Bally's
They say it's good to know someone in Vegas. And, for Celine impersonator, opening act and friend Véronic DiCaire it's very, very good.
A few weeks ago, we spied audition notices for a Vegas show surrounding the popular Canadian songstress and impressionist that hinted at a Jubilee connection. Now, we can confirm Véronic will indeed take the stage at Bally's Jubilee Theater beginning this summer. She'll be found there weekends June 20 through December 21. Performances will take place Thursday through Saturday. Showtimes will vary from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. And, depending on the date, sometimes both.
Rumor has it that Celine Dion, who still reigns supreme at sister resort Caesars Palace, and husband René Angélil will wear producer hats for this production. Here's a description of the show:
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Entertainment Wrap: Jabbawockeez Set A Date, Plaza Getting Centerfolds, More
A spate of new show announcements may have you making some changes to your Vegas list. Or, not.
At Luxor, we finally know when Jabbawockeez will break it down in a new, built just for them showroom. Their also new production, PRiSM, will launch May 18. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, April 19 and will start at $55. Purchase via luxor.com. A whole new show is promised. This will be Jabbawockeez's third home in Vegas having performed at Monte Carlo and MGM Grand previously.
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The Diceman Cometh To Hard Rock: No Surprises, No Surrender
He’s over here now.
Andrew Dice Clay has jumped from the Strip to the Hard Rock Hotel. And, feels right at home. Tanned, rested and ready this is old-school Dice, energized and loaded for bear. He does the smoke thing. The insult thing. The nursery rhymes. All nicey nice. Been thinking about seeing him in concert? This is how to do it. But, be ready for some sticker shock.
Recently at the Riviera, a club room like Vinyl fits this sort of act. If you don't know what sort of act Andrew Dice Clay offers, we are pretty sure you do not want to go. If you can be offended, you will.
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Renderings, Notes and Songs from Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson ONE
Spoiler alert. We going to reveal some seriously secret content from Cirque du Soleil's soon to arrive Michael Jackson ONE show. The one at Mandalay Bay. So, look away if you don't want to discover the songs they've chosen and the impressive look of the show.
A few weeks ago, we were lucky enough to witness a very small hint of Michael Jackson ONE during their name unveiling event. And now, Cirque themselves have given a broader hint at what’s to come. A behind-the-scenes video profiling their Montreal-based rehearsals features very quick shots of the design renderings and storyboards used to map out the show. Cirque maintains this permanent production will not be Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour Mark II. Totally different, they say. So, if you saw that touring show when it was at Mandalay Bay, do let us know if this feels similar.
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Jeff Civillico Goes Hollywood For Real This Time
Jeff Civillico is going back to his Hollywood roots. But, unlike his previous gig at Planet Hollywood (the Vegas restaurant in Caesars Palace, not the Vegas casino that isn't in Caesars Palace) his next gig will be showing up on TV. The Imperial Palace Quad headliner has filmed a pilot for the Travel Channel titled, Vegas Strip Search.
There's no nudity (that we know of), but Civillico does get around. The performer travels North America seeking out the most talented street artists, venue artists, or any platform an artist can be found showing off their craft. The episode will showcase four of his picks who attempt to teach him their craft before he chooses one to return to Vegas with him to open his Comedy in Action show.
