Dec 7, 2011

‘A Very Terry Christmas’ Holiday-Themed Performances by Terry Fator at The Mirage Hotel & Casino
Terry Fator: Ventriloquism in Concert

Terry Fator: Ventriloquism in Concert presents “A Very Terry Christmas” featuring holiday-themed performances by Terry Fator. In “A Very Terry Christmas,” the stage is transformed into the Fator Family’s “living room” in a journey featuring all of the show’s loveable puppets as they come home for Christmas. With Winston the Impersonating Turtle leading the pack to find his home for the holidays, Fator’s other puppets accompany him as they perform original numbers, Christmas classics and provide their own funny and unique view on the holiday season to the guests.

Without moving his lips, Terry Fator leaves audiences stunned by his talent and cheering for more as he takes them on a journey through the idiosyncrasies of his world of characters, five nights a week. A Very Terry Christmas cast includes Fator and his wife Taylor Makakoa, Winston the Impersonating Turtle, Vikki “The Cougar,” country legend Walter T. Airedale, Duggie Scott Walker, Julius, Hyphen, the world’s greatest Elvis impersonator Maynard Tompkins, Emma Taylor and hip-hop diva Berry Fabulous.

Tuesday through Saturday

Nov. 29 through Dec. 24

7:30 p.m.

(Please note Terry Fator: Ventriloquism in Concert will be dark Nov. 22 – 28)

TICKETS:

Tickets for A Very Terry Christmas are priced at $59.99, $79.99, $99.99 and $129.99, plus applicable fees. An “Most Valuable Package” (MVP) Experience is available for $149.99 per ticket, plus applicable fees. The MVP Experience includes premium seating, an autographed photo, a souvenir show program and a 32-ounce cocktail.

Tickets can be purchased at the Terry Fator Theatre box office, by phone at 702-792-7777 or 800-963-9634 or online at www.mirage.com. For more information, visit www.terryfator.com.

Dec 6, 2011

JOSH GRACIN TO CHANNEL HIS INNER-COWBOY
WITH PERFORMANCE AT PBR ROCK BAR

LAS VEGAS – Country music sensation, Josh Gracin will perform at PBR Rock Bar & Grill, the ultimate spot on the Strip for National Finals Rodeo fans on Thursday, December 8, at 10 p.m.

Performing hits off his brand new self-produced studio album, Redemption, Gracin promises a night full of excitement over American-style comfort food, an endless array of booze and hydraulic mechanical bull riding.

Any country boy can receive 10% off their entire dining bill at PBR Rock Bar & Grill by presenting their NFR ticket stub. After a long day of lassos and hog-tying, guests can enjoy PBR Rock Bar & Grill’s Texas Style Beef Brisket or slow smoked, fall off the bone, Memphis Style Ribs.

PBR Rock Bar & Grill is the latest spot to hit Las Vegas offering beers, bulls and plenty of babes in its sprawling, 16,800-square-foot venue. Open seven days a week from 9 a.m. until the early morning hours, PBR Rock Bar & Grill offers guests hearty, American comfort food and barbeque around the clock. Rodeo queens and bull-riding bucks are dared to attempt to defy gravity on PBR Rock Bar & Grill’s daunting, hydraulic mechanical bull. Located at the center of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, PBR Rock Bar & Grill’s expansive, 3,000-square-foot patio gives patrons a front-row seat to all of the action. Complete with 105 wall-to-wall high-definition televisions, PBR Rock Bar & Grill provides sports enthusiasts with the perfect game-day retreat. For more information, call 702.750.1685 or visit www.pbrrockbar.com.

Dec 5, 2011

WATCH UFC 140: JONES VS. MACHIDA LIVE AT CABO WABO CANTINA
Catch the Light Heavyweight Title Fight at Sammy Hagar’s Cantina

The UFC Light Heavyweight Title will be up for grabs at UFC 140 as current champion, Jon “Bones” Jones, takes on challenger, Lyoto “The Dragon” Machida, live from Toronto, on Saturday, Dec. 10. Cabo Wabo Cantina in Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will be the place to be for all UFC fanatics to catch the nonstop action.

Admission to the viewing party is $20 and includes access to Cabo Wabo’s viewing party where UFC enthusiasts can catch the legendary bout on a large projector screen, as well as multiple high-definition televisions throughout the restaurant and bar. While guests cheer on their favored fighters, they may also enjoy the cantina’s killer margaritas and tasty Mexican fare.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and include the showing of all matches leading up to the main event. For more information or to reserve a seat, guests may contact Cabo Wabo Cantina at 702.385.2226 or visit www.cabowabocantina.com.

Dec 1, 2011

LYNYRD SKYNYRD BBQ & BEER TO ROCK LAS VEGAS STRIP WITH THE SOUTH’S BEST BARBECUE, ROCKIN’ BAR SCENE
Barbecue, Beer Joint to Celebrate Opening with Week-Long Party in December

One of the most iconic rock bands in American history will bring Southern barbecue and entertainment to the Excalibur Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip with the grand opening of Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer in early December.

“With Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, we wanted to create the kind of place that we’d like to hang out at,” says Johnny Van Zant of Lynyrd Skynyrd. “With Southern-style barbecue and great music, this will be the perfect spot for rock and barbecue fans to kick back and have a great time in Vegas.”

“Lynyrd Skynyrd fans from around the globe have reached out about coming out for the grand opening of Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer,” says Michael Frey, co-owner of parent company, Drive This! Entertainment. “We plan to put on a party that fans and barbecue lovers alike will never forget.”

The grand opening celebration will kick off the first day of National Finals Rodeo on Thursday, Dec. 1, and culminate with an exclusive “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon and evening concert by Lynyrd Skynyrd on Thursday, Dec. 8. Throughout the week, Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will feature a series of live bands, promotions, giveaways and more.

The “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon will feature a unique opportunity for fans to enjoy an intimate meal with the band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd and a presentation by Jeff Arnett, the 7th master distiller in Jack Daniel’s 142-year history. The evening concert will offer Lynyrd Skynyrd fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be one of just a few hundred people to see the iconic band perform in their first dining venue. Tickets for the grand opening concert are priced starting at $300 per person. Tickets for the “Eat ‘N’ Greet” and concert package are available for $750 per person. This package will also include an array of signature grand opening items including a limited edition single-barrel bottle of Jack Daniels topped with a commemorative bronze bottle-necker autographed by Arnett and the band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Tickets for this 21+ concert will be available at the Excalibur Box Office at 702.262.4400 starting on Friday, Oct. 28, 2011 at 10 a.m. A portion of proceeds from both events will be donated to the Lynyrd Skynyrd Foundation, which will then make contributions to the Epicurean Charitable Foundation of Las Vegas and Nevada Children’s Medical Center.

Developed in partnership with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Drive This! Entertainment, a Las Vegas-based hospitality company that owns and operates RHUMBAR at The Mirage, Tacos & Tequila at Luxor Hotel and Casino and Casa Fuente in the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will serve fare from Kreuz Market in Lockhart, Tex. A tour of barbecue joints throughout the nation led them to the 111-year-old Texas institution, where the barbecue has been refined to perfection by the Schmidt. Kreuz Market has been widely recognized as one of the top barbeque restaurants in the country, with top honors for their brisket and sausage by the Food Network and Travel Channel, and a rating as Zagat’s number two barbecue spot in the nation.

The band’s famed “Hell House” is the inspiration behind the atmosphere, and band members Van Zant, Gary Rossington and Rickey Medlocke have consulted with the culinary team to highlight some of their Southern favorites.

Designed to capture the spirit of the band’s “Hell House,” the walls are made of authentic barnyard wood, with concrete floors and aged brick completing the downhome feel of the space. Never-before-seen Lynyrd Skynyrd relics including original album covers, guitars, artwork and photos from the bands more than five-decade-long career will be on display for fans. The staff is part of the action – hot bartenders and servers will be swinging, singing and jumping atop the bars and stage throughout the night — leading riotous sing-alongs to classic rock songs and Lynyrd Skynyrd favorites.

Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will serve mouthwatering ribs, brisket, chicken and more. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the high-energy hangout will transform into a late-night, high-energy rock club every night with great music and entertainment. Guests may visit the Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer web site at LynyrdSkynyrdLV.com, follow Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer on Twitter at www.twitter.com/LynyrdSkynyrdLV, or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LynyrdSkynyrdBBQ.

In 2006, Michael Frey teamed up with Craig Gilbert to launch the food, beverage and entertainment company, Drive This! Entertainment (www.drivethisentertainment.com). Their first venture, Tacos & Tequila (www.tacosandtequilalv.com), opened daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Luxor Hotel and Casino in October 2008. The highly-stylized restaurant has a fun, high-energy vibe, an array of margaritas, and an authentic Mexican menu. RHUMBAR (www.rhumbarlv.com), a highly-stylized cocktail lounge and patio at The Mirage, offers a Caribbean-inspired atmosphere and striking views of the Las Vegas Strip. Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, the company’s third venture, opens in December 2011. American Burger Works (ABX) also opens in December 2011 alongside Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, with a New-York style warehouse feel featuring all-American burgers and fries.

Nov 30, 2011

RING IN 2012 AT TAO AND LAVO LAS VEGAS

Kim Kardashian Hosts New Year’s Eve at TAO

New Year’s Eve celebrations in Las Vegas always top the list for best parties of the year and TAO and LAVO will continue that tradition when ushering in 2012. Kim Kardashian will lead the countdown at TAO inside The Venetian while a surprise guest will oversee festivities at LAVO inside The Palazzo, which also offers prime fireworks viewing from the expansive Strip-front terrace.

At each hot spot, guests will be able to savor passed hors d’oeuvres while partaking in an open bar from 9 pm – 11 pm, and can clink glasses with revelers with a champagne toast at midnight. After midnight your TAO or LAVO ticket stub provides access to both clubs, offering two parties in one.

Both venues are offering a limited number of pre-sale tickets at www.wanttickets.com, including an exclusive allotment of advance tickets for LAVO priced at $50 for women and $100 for men. For VIP table reservations call 702.388.8588.

Nov 29, 2011

CRAZY HORSE III GETS COZY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH XXXMAS PARTY HOSTED BY LAS VEGAS HEADLINER AND “HOLLY’S WORLD” STAR ANGEL PORRINO

World-renowned gentlemen’s club Crazy Horse III will celebrate its holiday spirit with the first annual XXXmas Party hosted by sultry Strip star, Angel Porrino, on Saturday, Dec. 10.

The sexy starlet is a Vegas native who captured the world’s attention on E!’s hit reality television show, “Holly’s World.” She currently headlines in the Caesars Palace hit revue, “Absinthe,” as a fun-loving tap dancer. Porrino is known for her rambunctious personality and wows crowds nightly with her enticing stage talents. Porrino is one blonde bombshell that all the revelers will hope to catch under this mistletoe this season. Revelers will also be able to capture the moment in a holiday photo with naughty Santa and Santa’s sexy mistresses.

PLAYGROUND is a revolutionary concept offering multiple rooms to satisfy the 24-hour cravings of tourists and locals alike, including Crazy Horse III gentlemen’s club, Posh Boutique Nightclub, fresh sushi at Sushi All Night and the Harem Hookah lounge. The 40,000+ square-foot venue is located minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip, just a few blocks west of I-15 on Russell Rd.

For VIP, group reservations or further information about PLAYGROUND, Crazy Horse III, Posh Boutique Nightclub, Harem Hookah or Sushi All Night call 702-673-1700 or visit www.ch3lv.com.

Nov 28, 2011

Former “Happiest Mayor in the World,” Oscar Goodman, to star in new Las Vegas-based television show

Oscar Goodman to film pilot for new courtroom show in the Elvis Presley Showroom at the Las Vegas Hilton

Fresh off his appearance in the network television series, “CSI: Las Vegas,” former mayor and Las Vegas icon, Oscar Goodman, is set to film the pilot for a new, Las Vegas-based courtroom show, “Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman.” Filming for “Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman” took place inside the legendary Elvis Presley Showroom at the Las Vegas Hilton, Friday, Nov. 18th.

With his iconic Las Vegas showgirls in tow and a glass of gin in hand, “Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman” will feature real court cases and a gallery filled with celebrities and Las Vegas notables.

“I couldn’t be more excited to make my way back to the courtroom,” said former Las Vegas Mayor, Oscar Goodman. “There’s no city in the world like Las Vegas and there won’t be a show quite like ‘Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman.’”

“Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman” is produced by Wayne Jeffries, manager of History’s “Pawn Stars,” which is cable television’s number one show, and five-time Emmy Award-winning Producer/Director, Jerry Kupcinet, who is often credited for creating the template for courtroom shows on television. Kupcinet’s credits include “Judge Judy,” “Judge Joe Brown” and “Cristina’s Court,” which won the first Emmy Award in the “Court Show” category.

Previously known as the “Happiest Mayor in the World,” Oscar Goodman was admitted to the Nevada Bar Association in 1965. Following a successful law career, during which he represented several defendants accused of being some of the leading organized crime members in America, Goodman served three terms as Las Vegas Mayor, from 1999 through 2011. Goodman’s film and television credits include Martin Scorsese’s 1995 film, “Casino,” and the CBS television series, “CSI: Las Vegas.”

Nov 27, 2011

ROCKHOUSE PARTIES FOR NATIONAL FINALS RODEO
Rockhouse Offers NFR Promotions December 1-10

National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is back and so is Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub’s 10-day party. With the fans in town, the ultra-dive bar will rock the rodeo welcoming NFR fans from across the nation. From Thursday, Dec. 1, through Saturday, Dec. 10, a ticket stub will not only get the cowboy devotees some rowdy rodeo fun, but also complimentary entry and $5 shots.

This rodeo roundup will be the best place in town to catch all of the NFR action. Patrons will enjoy Bull Rider shots, a kick-in-the-pants concoction of Jack Daniels and Red Bull, available for $5 all week. Jack Daniels’ sexy ladies will be on hand throughout the days to serve-up potent shots. Also, a handful of viewing parties shown on 28 high-definition television screens throughout the bar and patio that guarantees every seat at Rockhouse will be the best in the house.

Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas’ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the “VIP” attitude. With bottle service that won’t break the bank, a Strip-view daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is a must-visit hot spot for locals and tourists alike.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops. Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip. The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683 or email info@rockhousebar.com. Stay updated and follow Rockhouse on Twitter @RockhouseVegas and Facebook www.facebook.com/Rockhouselv.

Nov 25, 2011

Warm Up the Skin and Body with Wintery Spa Services at Canyon Ranch SpaClub
Special Services and Packages Perfect for Holiday Getaways – Available through December 31

Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The Venetian and The Palazzo launches its special nourishing and refreshing winter services. In addition to individual treatments, package treatments together for extra indulgence and the perfect cap to a holiday getaway. Packages include an allowance to healthy dining at Canyon Ranch SpaClub restaurants and access to the exclusive Aquavana® experience.

Winter services at Canyon Ranch SpaClub include:

Winter Solstice Massage
Enjoy a deeply relaxing massage with Silent Night bath and body oil by Aromatherapy Associates, created to nourish even the driest skin. Specially chosen oils soothe and soften, while vetivert and wild chamomile leave an exotic fragrance and silky feel. Treatment is $155 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments and $165 for Friday through Monday appointments.

Winter Solstice Cocoon
This deep-moisturizing body wrap begins with a full body-gommage exfoliation to stimulate and revive dry, dull-looking skin. Next, thirsty skin is replenished with a rich body cream fragranced with oils of lemon and mint. After the wrap, we apply an active anti-aging lotion that works wonders. Treatment is $175 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments and $185 for Friday through Monday appointments.

Holiday Radiance Facial
Using the best of the Fleurs, June Jacobs and Environ Skincare lines, this facial is designed to invite the skin to the holiday season and bring a dewy radiance back to the face. This treatment includes cleansing, enzyme exfoliation, steam, toning, and a facial masque for all skin types as well as golden mineral powder to subtly reveal an inner glow. Treatment is $160 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments and $170 for Friday through Monday appointments.

Ice Cream Pedicure
Canyon Ranch SpaClub offers a featured “sundae for the feet” with its Ice Cream Pedicure.

This special pedicure begins with a moisturizing footbath containing a scoop of Ice Cream. Next, the feet are cleansed and exfoliated with an enchanting scoop of Sherbet, followed by a delightful Foot Mask. Finally, after a generous dollop of moisturizing Body Icing, pick the polish, sit back, relax and walk out gorgeous.

The Ice Cream Pedicure flavor for November is Peach Cobbler and the December flavor is Pomegranate Granita. Ice Cream Pedicures are $95 for Monday through Friday appointments and $100 for Saturday and Sunday appointments. Flavors may change without notice.

Package multiple treatments together for the ultimate SpaClub experience:
- Winter Solstice Massage; Holiday Radiance Facial; $10 meal credit – $265 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $305 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Winter Solstice Massage; Winter Solstice Cocoon; $10 meal credit – $280 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $320 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Winter Solstice Cocoon; Holiday Radiance Facial; $10 meal credit – $285 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $325 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Winter Solstice Massage; Ice Cream Pedicure; $10 meal credit – $200 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $240 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Holiday Radiance; Ice Cream Pedicure; $10 meal credit – $205 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $240 for Friday through Monday appointments

Winter services and packages are available now through December 31, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nevada residents receive a 10 percent discount on any Canyon Ranch SpaClub service.

Canyon Ranch SpaClub may be accessed from the fourth floor of The Venetian Resort and the third floor of The Palazzo Resort. Parking is a breeze in The Palazzo underground parking garage, just off of Spring Mountain Road and Las Vegas Boulevard.

For further information and to book an appointment, call 702.414.3600 or 877.220.2688. For a complete Guide to Services, visit www.canyonranch.com.

About Canyon Ranch
Canyon Ranch pioneered the evolution of the wellness lifestyle and has been an industry leader for over 30 years. Operating the world’s most celebrated collection of life-enhancement properties, Canyon Ranch has destination health resorts in Tucson, Ariz., and Lenox Mass., and Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach, the nation’s first luxury wellness hotel and residential community. Canyon Ranch also operates SpaClub facilities at The Venetian & The Palazzo in Las Vegas, Nev. and Canyon Ranch SpaClub at Sea onboard Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, as well as Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 luxury ocean liner. Canyon Ranch has been named the “Healthiest Spa in America” by Health magazine as well as the “Best Spa for Food” by Gourmet magazine. In addition, Canyon Ranch is the only 11-time recipient of the Condé Nast Traveler Best Destination Spa Award and was recently recognized by readers of Travel + Leisure to hold three of the top 10 spots in the magazine’s World’s Best Awards 2010 for Destination Spas.

Nov 25, 2011

Internationally Acclaimed Personal Development Experts Star in “The Keeper of the Keys” Premiering Dec. 8 in Las Vegas

Award-winning Las Vegas author and speaker Robin Jay produces the first funny self-help movie

Blending unique expert segments with a relatable and funny fictional story designed to take the “hell” out of self-help, “The Keeper of the Keys” will premiere Dec. 8 during a red carpet event at the all-new Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas at 7 p.m.

“The Keeper of the Keys” stars Jack Canfield, co-creator of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” franchise and author of “The Success Principles”; Dr. John Gray, Ph.D., author of “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus;” and Marci Shimoff, author of “Happy for No Reason,” “Love for No Reason” and “Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul.” The movie also features 15 experts, including personal development speakers, coaches and authors from around the world, each sharing deeply personal stories of challenges, success and overcoming adversity.

The film’s director and editor Scott Cervine portrays Michael, an everyman who has had a rough couple of months. One night, Michael finds himself embarking on an incredible journey where he encounters experts who can help him regain control of his life. Through his journey, viewers are introduced to seven keys that can improve their lives: appreciation, harmony, faith, courage, passion, empathy and vibration.

The movie was written and produced by award-winning author Robin Jay. Jay began her career in the field of personal development with her first book, “The Art of the Business Lunch” (Career Press), currently in 12 languages. Later, as president of the Las Vegas Convention Speakers Bureau and its parent company, TwoBirds, Inc., Jay published the best-selling anthology series, “The Power of the Platform,” which features motivational stories from more than 60 professional speakers, including Jack Canfield, Brian Tracy, Les Brown, Keith Ferrazzi, Marci Shimoff and other leaders in the industry.
“Ever since the success of ‘The Secret’ self-help films have followed the same formula of delivering endless sound bites from dozens of ‘talking heads,’” Jay said. “I wanted to do something more entertaining and compelling. For that, a movie needs to be funny. I think we have to engage the viewers before we can empower them. This movie is designed to take the ‘hell’ out of self-help by appealing to viewers whether or not they are fans of personal development.”

Following the screening, an after party will be held in the Plaza’s Triple Crown Ballroom and will feature a special “Key-tini” cocktail, Gigi’s Cupcakes, live music and dancing as well as an appearance from Steve Connolly as Elvis.

Tickets for the premiere are $100 each, or two for $150, and includes a walk down the red carpet, opportunities to meet the stars and experts, as well as admission to the after party. Limited VIP tickets priced at $200 include admission to special VIP sections during the screening and after party. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada.

To purchase tickets, or for further information, visit www.thekeeperofthekeys.com.