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American Storm

Variety Theater
Las Vegas

The men of "American Storm" reveal their sexy side to audiences every Friday and Saturday at Variety Theater.

American Superstars

Stratosphere
Las Vegas

"American Superstars" is a full-scale production show that combines the talents of tribute artists portraying the likeness and musical abilities of today and yesterday's hottest stars.

Barry Manilow

Paris Las Vegas
Las Vegas

Legendary singer-songwriter Barry Manilow’s resident show at Paris Las Vegas has been wildly heralded by critics and fans alike.

Blue Man Group

Venetian's Blue Man Theatre
Las Vegas

Blue Man Group produces exciting and innovative work in a wide variety of media and is best known for its wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine music, comedy, and multimedia theatrics.

Bobby Slayton: The Pitbull of Comedy

Tropicana
Las Vegas

Unleashed and biting back, Bobby Slayton, the "PitBull of Comedy," lets loose on the Las Vegas Strip with his racy, irreverent comedy act in the newly remodeled Bobby Slayton Room at the Tropicana.

Building on the Past

Lost City Museum
Overton

The Lost City Museum is commemorating its 75th anniversary with the opening of a new exhibit entitled "Building on the Past."

Carrot Top

Luxor
Las Vegas

Mixing quick-witted humor with trunks full of gadgets, Carrot Top is one of the most energetic and inventive comedians in Las Vegas.

Chazz Palminteri’s “A Bronx Tale”

The Venetian
Las Vegas

Back by popular demand, The Venetian announced that Academy Award-nominated actor Chazz Palminteri will return to The Venetian Showroom with his critically acclaimed one-man show A BRONX TALE.

Cher

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Las Vegas

After wowing fans for two years with her over-the-top costumes, chart-topping hits and stunning choreography, Cher celebrates the anniversary of her show in May at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace by announcing shows through October 2010.

Chippendales

Rio's Chippendales Theater
Las Vegas

Chippendales features 12 physically gifted male dancers who delight the audience with a series of sexy, yet tasteful, routines.

Country Superstars Tribute

Golden Nugget
Las Vegas

The Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino announces that tickets are now on sale for their newest production show, "Country Superstars Tribute," starting Tuesday, August 31 in the Gordie Brown Showroom.

Crazy Girls

Riviera
Las Vegas

This sensuous topless revue is a fun-loving adventure through the world of beauty, music, dance, and comedy, featuring some of the most stunning show girls in Las Vegas.

Crazy Horse Paris

MGM Grand
Las Vegas

"Crazy Horse Paris," a topless revue, celebrates the beauty and sensuality of women.

CRISS ANGEL Believe by Cirque du Soleil

Luxor
Las Vegas

“CRISS ANGEL Believe” represents a slightly new direction for Cirque, in that it pairs the mesmerizing, surrealistic experience of a Cirque production with the energy and individuality of charismatic entertainer Criss Angel in a dark and disturbing dreamscape.

David Spade

The Venetian
Las Vegas

Following a successful run of shows at The Venetian inside its acclaimed Venetian Showroom, David Spade is set to return for another series of engagements throughout 2010.

Defending the Caveman

Excalibur
Las Vegas

"Defending the Caveman," Broadway's smash hit about the sexes, began a permanent performance schedule at Excalibur in early 2009.

Donn Arden’s “Jubilee!”

Bally's Jubilee Theatre
Las Vegas

It's been more than a quarter century since its debut, and Donn Arden's lavish stage spectacular, "Jubilee!," is still wowing audiences and winning awards.

Donny & Marie Osmond

Flamingo Showroom
Las Vegas

Brother and sister duo Donny and Marie Osmond perform at the Flamingo Las Vegas in a 90-minute variety show which utilizes special effects, video, dancers, and an elaborate custom-built stage.

Envy

Suncoast Casino
Las Vegas

The Suncoast Hotel and Casino announces two new additions to its entertainment schedule for 2010-popular classic rock band Yellow Brick Road and the edgy and modern music act Envy.

Fantasy

Luxor
Las Vegas

"FANTASY," the Strip's most seductive variety show becomes even sexier as powerhouse vocalist Lorena Peril takes center stage with the sizzling cast of Vegas' hottest adult revue.

Fear and Laughing in Las Vegas

Hooters Casino Hotel
Las Vegas

"Fear and Laughing in Las Vegas" features Todd Paul performing extreme juggling and magic.

Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of the Human Form

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
Las Vegas

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is pleased to announce the opening of "Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of the Human Form" May 1.

Frank Marino’s Divas Las Vegas

Imperial Palace
Las Vegas

Imperial Palace is pleased to announce that "Frank Marino's Divas Las Vegas" recently signed a one-year contract to deliver dynamic performances six nights a week at 10 p.m. in the Imperial Theater starting Oct. 17.

Garth Brooks

Encore Theater
Las Vegas

Garth Brooks has performed to sold-out crowds and rave reviews at the intimate Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas.

George Wallace

Flamingo Las Vegas
Las Vegas

George Wallace has done it all: TV, movies, radio, even an appearance on the "Oprah Winfrey Show." Yet, through the years, his dream remained to perform in Las Vegas.

Gordie Brown

Golden Nugget
Las Vegas

Effective August 31, 2010, "Gordie Brown Live!" at the Golden Nugget will perform Tuesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. There will be no performance on Sundays or Mondays.

Green Village

Lied Discovery Children's Museum
Las Vegas

One of the museum's most popular, longstanding exhibits, the Everyday Living Pavilion, is getting a $335,000 renovation, transforming it into the Green Village exhibition.

Greg London’s “ICONS”

Riviera
Las Vegas

Greg London brings his critically acclaimed show, "Greg London's ICONS," to Las Vegas, entertaining audiences with impressions and comedy nightly at 7 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday at the Riviera Hotel & Casino's Mardi Gras Showroom.

Jersey Boys

The Palazzo
Las Vegas

The musical phenomenon, "Jersey Boys," the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons at The Palazzo — the only place on the West Coast to see this runaway hit and has taken Las Vegas by storm.

KÀ by Cirque du Soleil

MGM Grand
Las Vegas

"KÀ," the unprecedented, gravity-defying production by Cirque du Soleil takes adventure to an all-new level at MGM Grand.

Lance Burton

Monte Carlo's Lance Burton Theatre
Las Vegas

Magician Lance Burton will end his historic run at Monte Carlo September 4, 2010. The final performance follows 14 years of captivating audiences at the resort's Lance Burton Theatre.

Larry G Jones

Planet Hollywood
Las Vegas

Comic singing impressionist Larry G Jones takes the stage at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino's Harmon Theater with his one-man show.

Le Rêve

Wynn Las Vegas
Las Vegas

Le Rêve (French for "the dream") takes the audience on a fantastical journey through a subconscious world. Watch dreams take flight in Le Rêve's custom built theater-in-the-round.

Louie Anderson

Excalibur
Las Vegas

Louie Anderson is shy, soft-spoken, sweet, yet above all...outrageously funny! He uses his bashful personality to win over the audience, and it works every time.

Marriage Can Be Murder

Fitzgeralds
Las Vegas

Beginning June 29, "Marriage Can Be Murder" will begin performances nightly inside the Fitzgeralds Showroom at 6:30 p.m. with the same quirky humor and seamless delivery that has kept Vegas audiences coming back for more than 10 years.

Martini Time with Chef Tina Martini

M Resort
Henderson

Similar to a network television cooking show, "Martini Time with Chef Tina Martini" mixes cooking with nutrition, fitness and wellness for a deliciously entertaining and educational experience.

Men of X

Hooters
Las Vegas

Wings aren't the only thing that's hot at Hooters Casino Hotel since the spicy new male revue, Men of "X," recently began performances in the Night Owl Showroom.

Menopause The Musical

Luxor
Las Vegas

"Menopause The Musical" will make the much-deserved move to the Las Vegas Strip and begin performances Tuesday, May 26 at Luxor inside the Atrium Showroom.

MENTAL

O’Sheas
Las Vegas

Mind reader Luke Jermay takes mind games to a whole new level with "MENTAL," which opened at O'Sheas Casino on June 5.

Mid-Century Modern Las Vegas

Nevada State Museum
Las Vegas

The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas introduces its newest exhibit, "Mid-Century Modern Las Vegas." The exhibit features photos of Mid-Century Modern architecture, and runs through October 30.

Mystère by Cirque du Soleil

Treasure Island
Las Vegas

Mystère by Cirque du Soleil is a vibrant 90-minute circus-style production that combines whimsical grace and beauty with powerful and precise athleticism. Mystère is as colorful as it is amazing.

O by Cirque du Soleil

The Bellagio
Las Vegas

Cirque du Soleil weaves an aquatic tapestry of artistry, surrealism, and theatrical romance in the timeless production, "O," at Bellagio in Las Vegas.

Party on the Rocks

Red Rock Resort
Las Vegas

The new Saturday night concert series, beginning May 22 and running through September, offers locals a guaranteed fun night out at an affordable price.

Penn & Teller

Rio
Las Vegas

Penn & Teller are two of the biggest names in comedy. This duo is outrageously funny, sophisticated, and above all—unconventional.

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar

Town Square
Las Vegas

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar at Town Square is Las Vegas’ premier source for nightly singing, laughing, dancing and infectious dueling piano excitement.

Phantom—The Las Vegas Spectacular

The Venetian
Las Vegas

"Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular" celebrated its third anniversary on June 24, 2009 as one of the most successful and longest-running musical theater productions on the Strip.

Playboy Comedy

Palms
Las Vegas

Award-winning Playboy Comedy, every Thursday through Saturday, is hosted by Cort McCown and Paul Hughes, and all shows take place inside The Lounge at the Palms Casino Resort.

Purple Reign: The Ultimate Prince Tribute Show

Hooters
Las Vegas

"Purple Reign: The Ultimate Prince Tribute Show" will continue to party like it is 1999 at Hooters Casino Hotel throughout 2010.

Red Seven Vegas Am Jam Series

Various skateparks
Southern Nevada

Vegas Am Jam has partnered with Red Seven Ride Company to produce the best amateur skatepark series to date.

Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show

Sahara Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas

The Sahara Hotel & Casino, along with famed producers and performers Sandy Hackett and Lisa Dawn Miller Hackett, are launching the only Las Vegas Strip Rat Pack tribute, "Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show" on November 19th.

Sexy & Dangerous

Las Vegas Rocks Café
Las Vegas

"Sexy & Dangerous" starring Mario and Jenny from "America's Got Talent" will open their family variety show in the Embassy Theatre at the Las Vegas Rocks Café beginning on Thursday, May 27.

Summer of the ‘70s

Fremont Street Experience
Las Vegas

The music and culture from the decade of the 1970s will return to downtown Las Vegas this summer as Fremont Street Experience presents the "Summer of the '70s" festival and free concert series.

Terry Fator & His Cast of Thousands

The Mirage
Las Vegas

New impressions, new celebrity voices, new puppets, and more laughs than ever — "Terry Fator & His Cast of Thousands" fills the stage with celebrity singing impressions and unparalleled ventriloquism, backed by a sizzling live band.

The Amazing Johnathan

Harmon Theater
Las Vegas

The Amazing Johnathan, comedian and magician, recently moved his sadistic sense of humor to the Harmon Theater next to Planet Hollywood.

The Beatles Love by Cirque du Soleil

The Mirage
Las Vegas

The big-budget production at The Mirage in Las Vegas is the result of a marriage between the Beatles, a British phenomenon, and the Canadian-born Cirque du Soleil.

The Dirty Joke Show

Hooters
Las Vegas

This hilariously outrageous show gives you a behind-the-scenes look at three Vegas comedians as they attempt to outdo each other with the funnest jokes they know.

The King’s Ransom Museum

Imperial Palace
Las Vegas

Imperial Palace Las Vegas welcomes The King's Ransom Museum, a one of a kind exhibit of Elvis Presley artifacts and priceless personal treasures, on Oct. 21, 2009.

The Lion King

Mandalay Bay
Las Vegas

Based on the 1994 Disney animated film, "THE LION KING" continues to reign as one of the most popular shows around the world, recently welcoming its 50 millionth guest worldwide.

The Mac King Comedy Magic Show

Harrah's Las Vegas
Las Vegas

Mac King performs The Mac King Comedy Magic Show at Harrah’s Las Vegas Tuesday through Saturday at 1 and 3 p.m.

The Magic & Tigers of Rick Thomas

Sahara Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas

Master illusionist Rick Thomas, who has amazed audiences around the world, is now performing in his new home at the Theater inside the distinguished Sahara Hotel & Casino on the famed Las Vegas Strip.

The Rat Pack is Back

Plaza Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas

With an incredible cast and full orchestra Rat Pack is Back easily out "swaggers" its competition.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition

Luxor
Las Vegas

The 25,000-square-foot exhibit features numerous items from the Titanic, including luggage, the ship's whistles, floor tiles from the first-class smoking room, a window frame from the Verandah Cafe, and an unopened bottle of champagne with a 1900 vintage. In addition, the exhibit features a piece of Titanic's hull, a full-scale re-creation of the Grand Staircase as well as a newly expanded outer Promenade Deck, complete with the frigid temperatures felt on that fateful April night.