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Bally’s Las Vegas
Jubilee!
Jubilee!, the longest-running show on the famous Las Vegas Strip, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Jubilee! is the last production show of its kind and remains synonymous with Las Vegas . Conceived, staged and directed by the legendary Donn Arden, the elaborate retro-glam extravaganza features gorgeous showgirls, lavish costumes, dazzling scenery, world-renowned specialty acts, dynamic music and graceful pageantry.

Showtimes: Nightly; 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. The 7:30 p.m. show on Saturday is the only covered show of the week.

Dark Days: Friday. The 7:30 p.m. show on Saturday, March 17 will be dark.

Tickets: Tickets can be purchased at the Bally’s Box Office or by calling 1-800-237-SHOW (7469). Groups of 12 or more, call (702) 967-4585. Must be 18 or older for regular show and 13 or older for the covered show. Pricing:  Tickets range in price from $57.50 to $117.50.

Jubilee! Backstage Tour:

The All-Access Backstage Walking Tour gives guests the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get behind the scenes of Las Vegas ’ longest-running and most popular showgirl production. The tour is given by a Jubilee! showgirl or showboy.

Showtimes: Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays; 11 a.m.

Tickets: Tickets can be purchased at the Bally’s Box office or by calling 1-800-237-SHOW (7469).  Bally’s also offers private backstage tours for groups of 25 or more. The private tours include a make-up demonstration and a more in-depth look at the show. Private tours can be arranged seven days a week and are priced at $20 per person.  Guests must be 13 or older to attend.

Pricing:  $17 or $12 with the purchase of a Jubilee! show ticket.

The Price is Right Live™

Just like the classic television game show, “The Price Is Right Live™” offers the chance to win cash and fabulous prizes by playing the beloved and popular games such as “Hole-in-One,” “Cliff Hangers,” "Punch-a-Bunch,” “Race Game,” and of course, “Plinko.” The show also features the “Contestant’s Row,” the spinning “Big Wheel” and “The Showcase” where prizes include appliances, jewelry, vacation packages and a new car.

Joey Fatone will host through April 8.

Showtimes: Wednesday through Sunday; 2:30 p.m.
Dark Days: Monday and Tuesday.

Tickets: Tickets are available at the Bally’s and Paris Box Offices, or by calling 702-967-4567 or toll free at 1-877-374-7469. Tickets can also be purchased via www.ballyslasvegas.com. There is no age requirement for ticket holders.  Contestants must be 21 years of age or older.

Pricing: Tickets are $56.25.

Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon

Big Elvis
Big Elvis performs all the hits of the King of Rock & Roll, as well as other popular tunes in the genres of rock, country, gospel, R&B and pop spanning six decades of music. Big Elvis interacts with his audience, invites them to participate in his show and performs requests, including both popular and obscure songs. During his renditions of Elvis ballads, Big Elvis shows his warm heart and bares his soul to the extent that there is not a dry eye in the room.

Showtimes: Monday through Friday; 3, 5 and 6:30 p.m. in Bill’s Lounge. Guests must be 21 years of age and older.

Pricing: Complimentary.

Cook E. Jarr

Cook E. Jarr’s show is a mixture of booming, booty-shaking music and plentiful patter from the motor mouth musician, punctuated by the Cookster’s dog barks, imitation engine-revving (which comes in handy during “Born to Be Wild”) and other trademark sound effects. While Jarr sings along to pre-recorded tracks of funky hits old and new, red and blue lights revolve, police car style atop speakers pumping out a nonstop beat.

A strobe light fires up at random intervals, while a mirrored disco ball twirls overhead.

Showtimes: Saturday and Sunday; 6 to 8 p.m. in Bill’s Lounge
Pricing: Complimentary.

Drai’s After Hours

Drai's is one of Las Vegas ' hottest nightclubs, with a full selection of fine wines, champagnes and cigars for your after-hours enjoyment accompanied by music and a resident DJ.

Hours: Open Thursday through Sunday starting at 1 a.m.

Phone Number: 702-737-0555
Cover: $20 for ladies, $30 for men (prices are subject to change based on holidays or special events).

Caesars Palace

 ABSINTHE
One part vivid imagination, two parts carnival and a shot of old world burlesque mixed with a heavy dash of decadence and you have ABSINTHE. Audiences are treated to a night of imagination and excess with performances that amaze and inspire. The cast of eccentrics evoke thrills and chills as they perform amazing feats of virtuosity within mere feet of the audience surrounding the intimate stage. 

Showtimes: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Sunday; 7 p.m.

Dark Day: Monday.
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased in person at the Box Office at Caesars Palace , by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Absinthe.”
Pricing: General admission tickets are $79 and VIP tickets are $109 (inclusive of entertainment tax).

Matt Goss

Presented by Robin Antin, creator of The Pussycat Dolls, Goss’s show offers a dynamic blend of musical talent. Backed by a 9-piece band and sexy female dancers known as The Dirty Virgins, Goss, who has sold more than 17 million albums worldwide, entertains guests with a production featuring a mix of his career hits, songs from his new album and popular covers.

Showtimes: Friday and Saturday; 9:30 p.m. at The Gossy Room.

Tickets: Tickets can be purchased in person at the Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace , by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Matt Goss.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799.  Pricing: General admission tickets are $40 (inclusive of entertainment tax).

PURE Nightclub

Owned and operated by nightlife and dining pacesetter Angel Management Group, PURE nightclub is a collage of designs unlike any other in Vegas, with styles inspired by the hottest spots in Miami , New York and Los Angeles blurred together in one. Pure whites, elegant reds, and soft purple hues set the enchanting ambiance of PURE from the intimate interior to the open deck. The largest outdoor, year-round nightclub in Las Vegas , PURE features a captivating view of the Sin City glitter, The Las Vegas Strip.

Hours: Tuesday, Thursday – Sunday; 10 p.m. – close; Thursday and Sunday (Terrace Only).  

Phone: (702) 731-PURE
Cover: Varies per night.

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

 Celine Dion
Celine’s brand new show includes her biggest hits mixed with timeless classics and pays tribute to some of the most celebrated songs and artists of all time. The glamorous show features a full orchestra and band and is set to a visually stunning presentation designed exclusively for the 4,300 seat state-of-the-art venue.

Showtimes: June 9, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26, 27, 30; July 1, 3, 4, 6 – 8, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31; Aug. 1, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17 – 19; 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: For tickets, call 877-4-CELINE (423-5463). Tickets may also be purchased in person at The Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.), online at www.thecolosseum.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Celine Dion.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799. Pricing: Tickets range in price from $55 to $250, not including taxes and fees.

Elton John

World-renowned singer, songwriter and performer, Elton John returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace with an all new show, “The Million Dollar Piano,” marking the beginning of a three-year residency at The Colosseum and his second as a Caesars Palace headliner. Elton is accompanied by his band, which includes Davey John stone on guitar, Bob Birch on bass, John Mahon on percussion, Nigel Olsson on drums and Kim Bullard on keyboards with a special appearance by percussionist Ray Cooper.
Showtimes: April 13 – 15 and19; 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets may be purchased in person at The Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.), online at www.thecolosseum.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Elton.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799
 Pricing: Tickets range in price from $55 to $250, not including taxes and fees. There is an eight ticket limit per customer.

IL DIVO
The IL DIVO 2012 world tour, the group's fourth, follows the release of the quartet's latest album, “Wicked Game” and provides a new mark of achievement for the signature vocal blend and unique operatic arrangements which have captivated millions and launched a classical-crossover sensation.
Showtimes: July 13 – 14; 8 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets may be purchased in person at The Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.), online at www.thecolosseum.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Il Divo.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $55 to $125, not including taxes and fees. There is an eight ticket limit per customer.

Jerry Seinfeld

After retiring from his hit series, Seinfeld immediately returned to what he loved most – performing standup comedy. Seinfeld can now be seen performing standup across the country on an ongoing basis, offering his fans a constant flow of new material.
Showtimes: April 27 – 28; 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets may be purchased in person at The Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.), online at www.thecolosseum.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Jerry Seinfeld.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $75 to $150, not including taxes and fees.

Rod Stewart

Rod Stewart: The Hits. is a concert celebration featuring a set list of the rock and R&B favorites which have defined Stewart’s unparalleled five-decade-long career. The spectacular, state-of-the-art production, presented by AEG Live, is a culmination of Stewart’s seminal hits like “Maggie May,” “You Wear it Well,” “Hot Legs,” “You’re in My Heart” and “Some Guys Have All the Luck” mixed with a few surprise rarities and sizzling covers. Rod Stewart: The Hits. gives audiences that intimate, only in Las Vegas concert experience – with no fan more than 120 feet from the magnificent stage.
Showtimes: March 24, 25, 28, 31; April 1, 4, 6, 7; 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets may be purchased in person at The Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.), online at www.thecolosseum.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Rod Stewart.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799.

Pricing: Tickets range in price from $49 to $250, not including taxes and fees.

Shania Twain

Shania Twain, international superstar and the world’s best-selling female country artist of all time, returns to the stage and vocal spotlight with a two-year residency at The Colosseum. The music icon will bring all of her biggest hits in her new show SHANIA: STILL THE ONE exclusively to The Colosseum beginning December 1, 2012.
Showtimes: Dec. 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14 and 15; 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets may be purchased in person at The Colosseum Box Office at Caesars Palace (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.), online at www.thecolosseum.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or on www.ticketmaster.com keyword: “Shania.” For groups of 12 or more, call (702) 946-4799.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $55 to $250, not including taxes and fees.

Flamingo

Donny & Marie
The 90-minute extravaganza showcases Donny and Marie's greatest hits in a multimedia spectacle presented on a custom-designed stage with multiple video screens and a sizeable cast of electrifying dancers. Donny and Marie's timeless hits include "Paper Roses,” “Make the World Go Away,” “I'm Leaving It (All) Up to You,” “Morning Side of the Mountain,” “Puppy Love,” “Soldier of Love” and “Deep Purple” among others.

Showtimes: Tuesday – Saturday; 7:30 p.m. in the Flamingo Showroom.

Dark Days: Sunday and Monday. Show will be dark April 3 – 18.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $95 to $260, not including taxes and fees.

George Wallace

George Wallace, who has been selling out comedy clubs and concert venues all over the country, derives his comedy from the everyday and simply shares moments of life. He finds humor everywhere he turns, from media to relationships to dialogue clichés. At all costs, he avoids standard opening lines and is known to be an ace at reading an audience. Among other comics, Wallace is known as "the guy who can roll the room over if it's dead.” Opportunity
Showtimes: Tuesday – Saturday; 10 p.m. in the Flamingo Showroom.
Dark Days: Sunday and Monday.  Show will be dark March 16 – 17, 27 – 31; April 3 – 14; May 22 – 31; June 1 – 9; July 24 – 28; Aug. 21 – 31; Sept. 1 – 15; Oct. 16 – 27; Nov. 20 – 24 and Dec. 25 – 29.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $49.95 to $75, not including taxes and fees.

John Edward

Known for his popular internationally syndicated television shows, "Crossing Over with John Edward" and " John Edward Cross Country,” author, lecturer and psychic medium John Edward has become notable for his unique ability to connect with those who have passed on and his compelling, down-to-earth approach to his work.
Showtime: July 21; 11 a.m. in Bugsy’s Cabaret.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com. 
Pricing: Tickets start at $195, not including taxes and fees.

Jon Lovitz

One of the world’s most recognizable comedians for almost three decades, Jon Lovitz, will bring a dose of laughter to Flamingo Las Vegas when he performs a limited engagement in the iconic Flamingo Showroom. In his five years on “Saturday Night Live,” Lovitz was nominated twice for an Emmy® Award and became known for some of the series’ most well-known characters, including “Tommy Flanagan of Pathological Liars Anonymous,” “Master Thespian,” “Hanukkah Harry” and “The Devil.” Lovitz has also appeared on several television shows, Broadway and more than 30 feature films.
Showtime: March 16 and 17; 10 p.m. in the Flamingo Showroom.
Tckets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Pricing: Tickets are $39.99, $59.99 and $79.99 for VIP seating, which includes one drink. Ticket prices do not include tax and fees.

Nathan Burton

Nathan Burton has performed magic since the age of four, honing his act into a 60-minute whirlwind of unique, in-your-face magical illusions blended with comedy and showgirls, all tied together with Burton’s engaging personality. A veteran Las Vegas performer, Burton has also achieved nationwide fame for his performances on “America’s Got Talent” and “The Entertainer,” as well as appearances on “Miami Ink” and VH1’s “Surreal Life: Fame Games.”
Showtimes: Tuesday – Sunday; 4 p.m. in the Flamingo Showroom.
Dark Day: Monday.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $34 to $44, not including taxes and fees.

Vinnie Favorito
Vinnie Favorito is known nationwide for his abilities as an infamous "roaster.” Unlike most comedians and roasters, Favorito does not have pre-planned skits or notes, but relies on his quick wit and stellar memory to crack impromptu jokes – “a modern-day Don Rickles (but funnier)." If you like the Roasts on Comedy Central, you'll love Favorito.
Showtimes: Nightly; 8 p.m. in Bugsy’s Cabaret.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $54.95 to $64.95, not including taxes and fees.

X Burlesque

The steamiest show on the Strip, X Burlesque showcases a variety of performances by six gorgeous dancers set to music by today's hottest artists. Some new additions include a feisty Latin number, a Country-Western medley set to Jessica Simpson's "Boots" and Toby Keith's "She's a Hottie" and a sexy performance to Aerosmith's "Pink." For 90 minutes, the burlesque beauties bare their assets all while teasing, seducing and playfully interacting with the audience.
Showtimes: Nightly; 10 p.m. in Bugsy’s Cabaret.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $44.95 to $55.95, not including taxes and fees.

X Burlesque University

Guests of X Burlesque University (XBU) will learn a variety of tips to achieve the subtle and sexy art of burlesque. Taught by the same talented and beautiful women who perform in the adult revue, guests learn first-hand what goes into being a showgirl in Vegas. From artful showgirl choreography to effectively applying showgirl make up, guests at XBU will have more than just a good time to take home with them from a Vegas vacation. Upon completion of the 75-minute class, XBU students will receive a complimentary make-up kit, professional souvenir photo and official XBU diploma to proudly display.
Classes: Saturday; 3 p.m. in Bugsy’s Cabaret.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Flamingo Box Office, by phone at (702) 733-3333 or (800) 221-7299 or by visiting www.flamingolasvegas.com. For more information, visit www.xburlesqueuniversity.com.
Pricing: Tickets are $34.95, not including taxes and fees.

Harrah’s Las Vegas

Defending the Caveman
Defending the Caveman is the longest-running solo play in Broadway history and now a celebrated worldwide success. Caveman has won the hearts of millions across the globe. Its "outrageously funny and surprisingly sweet exploration of the gender gap" (Chicago Sun-Times) has made Defending the Caveman "a comic phenomenon" (New York Times).
Showtimes: Nightly; 7 p.m. with additional 4 p.m. performances on Sunday and Monday.
Tickets: Tickets are available at the Harrah’s Box Office, by phone at (702) 369-5111 or by visiting
www.harrahslasvegas.com.  For groups of 15 or more, call 1-866-462-5982.

Pricing: Tickets are $39.95, not including taxes and fees.

Improv at Harrah’s

The Improv at Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino has been named “Best Comedy Club” in the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s coveted “Best of Las Vegas” poll numerous times.  Other Improv accolades include “Best Comedy Club” by Casino Player Magazine and “Best Comedy Club in Southern Nevada ” by Nevada Magazine. The Improv is the longest-running comedy club in Las Vegas and the first standup comedy club ever created, with the opening of the first Improv in New York City in 1963.

Scheduled Guest Appearances (Subject to change):

March 13 – March 18: Rocky Laporte Gene Pompa, Ron Morey
March 20 – March 25: Dat Phan, Avi Liberman, Jodi Borrello
March 20 – April 1: Scott Kennedy, Josh Rachford
April 3 – April 8: John Caponera, Katsy Chappell, Kenny Kane
April 10 – April 15: Sal Richards, Flip Schultz
Showtimes: Nightly; 8:30 and 10:30 p.m.