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American Idol alum, Katharine McPhee, made a special musical appearance at AZURE Luxury Pool on Saturday, June 26th for ‘Stereo Love Live’. The sultry singer and songwriter graced the poolside stage and hosted the day time party to celebrate the launch of Belvedere Pink Grapefruit Vodka. Kat arrived with her husband to The Palazzo on Friday where they checked in at the VIP Lounge to their luxurious Siena suite. Kat was wearing a loose fitting cream crop top with cut-off jean shorts, flip flops and sporting her signature short, now brunette, hair do.

When Kat walked into the suite she gasped at how spacious it was and said, “What are we going to do with all this space.” Friday night Kat saw Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular and was overheard saying how much she loved the show. Later that evening Kat enjoyed dinner at FIRST Food and Bar at The Palazzo. Kat wore a loose fitting tunic top with leggings. She sipped a glass of wine and ate crème brulee for dessert. She loved the view and the food. Before leaving the restaurant, Kat and her husband took several pictures in the FIRST photo booth. When asked about FIRST, Kat mentioned “The Chef even came out to say Hi.”

Saturday morning, Kat worked out at Canyon Ranch SpaClub to prepare for her poolside performance at AZURE Luxury Pool and later she and her husband relaxed with massages.

Kat glowed on the carpet wearing a Joie jumpsuit. Kat’s tips for staying fit for the beach or pool, she suggested “stay away from bread and eat lean.”

Kat enjoyed Wolfgang Puck’s famous pizza and Chicken Caesar Salad in her cabana before taking the stage.

Kat performed a musical set for her fans at AZURE pool. Feeling the heat, she took off her stiletto heels and gold necklace to jump off the stage and get into the water where she sang to her fans.

Kat announced, “I don’t know about you, but I’m having fun here celebrating Belevedere Pink Grapefruit Vodka and of course hanging here at The Palazzo.”

Back on stage, Kat cooled off by spritzing herself with an Evian water misting and sang a song she wrote “Surrender” while fans clapped and cheered. Soaking up the rays, Kat performed her rendition of Kings of Leon’s hit “Use Somebody” while the crowd sang along.

About to exit the stage, the pool guests started to scream for one more song. Kat asked for requests and her fans yelled “Somewhere Over The Rainbow.”

Before melting in the Vegas heat, Kat sang it and pleased her fans. After the performance, Kat took a dip in the pool to cool off.

Following Kat’s poolside performance, she and her husband headed to dinner at her favorite spot in Las Vegas, TAO Asian Bistro at The Venetian. Kat mentioned, “It’s a tradition to go to TAO. I always get asked if I want to go anywhere else and I say no, we are going to TAO – it’s my favorite place. I love the Chilean Sea Bass and the Lobster Won Tons.”

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Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular Tickets

First Food & Bar Reservations and Information

Palazzo Resort Casino

Solaro Information

TAO Asian Bistro Reservations and Information

Venetian Resort Hotel Casino

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Rapper and songwriter Busta Rhymes will bust a move and a tune at Eva Longoria Parker’s Eve nightclub Saturday, July 3.

Best known for Billboard Top 100 hits such as “Don’t Cha,” starring The Pussycat Dolls

“I Know What You Want, ” featuring Mariah Carey and “What’s It Gonna Be,” with Janet Jackson, Rhymes will take over the nightclub for an exciting Independence Day bash. Doors open at 10:30 p.m. Admission is $30 for men, $20 for women. For table reservations please email reservations@evethenightclub.com or call 702.227.3838.

Eve, located in Crystals at CityCenter, is situated directly above Longoria Parker’s celebrated steakhouse, Beso, which was recently named ‘Best New Restaurant’ by the Las Vegas Review Journal annual readers’ poll. Upon entering the opulent nightspot, Eve envelopes guests in ultimate luxury with lavish VIP booths, floor-to-ceiling windows and 50-foot-tall arched ceilings to accentuate the glamorous interior. One-of-a kind colossal video screens surrounding the dance floor are a striking, state-of-the art feature unique to Eve alone. Renowned DJs and a premium sound and lighting system make Eve the ultimate nightclub to dance the night away.

Located at 3720 Las Vegas Boulevard South, at the entrance at The Park across from ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter, Eve is open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m.

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OUTDOOR FESTIVAL INFO

Be sure to check out our new Cajun menu. For the summer we have sno-cones, ice cream and the slider truck will be here as well. The vendors near the stage will be serving hotdogs, desserts and drinks.

Buy a Best Friend of First Friday card and help support your favorite Las Vegas arts event for just $25 per year. (go to this link for benefits:
http://www.firstfriday-lasvegas.org/foff.html ) We also have special “I ‘heart’ First Friday” t-shirts available for just $7 (for 7 years) at the First Friday Las Vegas Information Table (located in front of The Funk House).

City ordinance requires no glass bottles or cans!

OUTDOOR EXHIBITION SPACES:

Steve Watley-paintings and prints

Paul Tokarski-paintings/mixed media

Leslieann Farrel–paintings

Randy Jones–painting, drawing, prints

LAND ROVER STAGE

6pm The Inhalers/Classic Rock

8pm Koolpop and the Groove Masters/Funk, Rhythm and Blues

Gallery Exhibits:

Art @ The Funk House “Someone Get This Hero the Best Medicine” New work by shanmichael—-Exhibit through July 30, 2010—First Friday 6-10pm—First solo exhibit by shanmichael in over 2 years, not to be missed. 1228 S. Casino Center Blvd. LV, NV 89104 702.678.6278 www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com

The Box Office located @ 1129 S. Casino Center Blvd. Music-Art-Photography! Photographers: Michelle Kolchins, Bill Gerrard, Topher Pettit, Kim Cochrane, Glenn Elliott, Tracie Graf. Artists: Nay, Diego, Shannon, Nina G. Acoustic Invasion. First & 3rd Fridays 6-10 p.m. THE ART DISTRICT. (702) 388-1515, myspace.com/theboxofficecion, facebook.com/theboxofficecion

BRETT WESLEY GALLERY – Located downtown in the heart of the 18b Arts District, award winning Brett Wesley Gallery is a respected resource for collectors, designers, and corporations. The gallery specializes in contemporary paintings, photography, and sculpture by established and emerging artists. 1112 S. Casino Center Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89104, call: 702.433.4433, email: victoria@BrettWesley.com, website: http://www.BrettWesleyGallery.com Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 12 – 6:00 p.m.

Every month City of the World Gallery, 1229 Casino Center, Las Vegas, has a featured artist. July’s artist is Dan Swenson, artist, art instructor, mentor for first year teachers in Clark County. See his work and what City of the World has to offer at www.cityoftheworld.org.
D’Arte Designs POP-UP Gallery Presents “Fluent Sensations of Touch”
featuring new abstract paintings by Sigrid Brunel & the uniquely hand crafted sculptural porcelain of Teresa Testa of Windancer Studio on First Friday only at Holsum Design Center, suite 140 from 6 pm – 10 pm. contact: www.dartedesigns.com or call 702-372-3755.

El Cortez/First Friday Express Trolley

The El Cortez Hotel & Casino is sponsoring an Express Trolley. The trolley will take patrons from the El Cortez, 600 East Fremont Street at the Cortez Garden Gateway (with 1,200 free parking spaces in the garage and also valet) to The Funk House Trolley Stop at First Friday (and back again). The bus will run from 6:00 p.m.(starting at the El Cortez) until 10:00 p.m. with the last First Friday stop at approximately 9:30 p.m. Take advantage of the convenient parking and avoid traffic after the event. You can also enjoy the Entertainment District’s after parties when you arrive back at the El Cortez.

Next First Fridays: July 2, August 6 and September 3, 2010

First Friday Las Vegas July 2, 2010–6:00 pm -10:00 pm

Join us in welcoming our newest annual First Friday Las Vegas sponsor–Brett Wesley Gallery. You can find out more about this amazing new gallery @
http://www.brettwesleygallery.com .

This month we will have over 100 artists, both visual and performance in the Outdoor Festival area including the surrounding galleries. New food vendors. Live bands and so much more.

We would like to thank all of the artists and area businesses that made donations in support of our First Friday Las Vegas fundraiser on June 9. The event was hosted by the Downtown Firefly at their location in The Plaza. We also thank everyone that attended, purchased art and silent auction items. The event was a great success. You can go to this link for the list of contributors: http://www.firstfriday-lasvegas.org/fundraise.html

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Plaza Hotel and Casino

El Cortez Hotel and Casino

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Effective today, Planet Hollywood Resort and PH Towers eliminate resort fees. The two resorts will join the other Harrah’s Entertainment Las Vegas properties, including Paris Las Vegas, Bally’s, Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Caesars Palace, Flamingo Las Vegas, Imperial Palace and Harrah’s, in not imposing mandatory resort fees attached to a room reservation.

The elimination of resort fees allows guests to allocate their budget toward entertainment, dining, shopping or room upgrades rather than amenities that they may not use or desire. Other Strip resorts outside of the Harrah’s Entertainment Las Vegas portfolio have implemented such fees. These resorts offer competitive promotional rates; however, in many instances, an additional resort fee is assessed when booking the reservation online. In some cases, the fee may be in excess of 40 percent of the base room rate.

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Cast members from Disney’s THE LION KING (at Mandalay Bay) will be performing in Los Angeles at The Grove outdoor shopping and entertainment district during a free event on Friday, July 9 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Performers will include Kissy Simmons, who joined the Las Vegas company after appearing as “Nala” on Broadway; Buyi Zama, a native of South Africa, who has performed as “Rafiki” in seven productions of THE LION KING around the world; and Jelani Remy as “Simba,” previously seen in the theatrical touring production of High School Musical. Join the cast as they celebrate “THE LION KING Day” at The Grove, performing iconic songs from the Broadway phenomenon such as “Circle of Life,” “Shadowland,” “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Endless Night” alongside the FAME Church Choir, Los Angeles.

As part of the celebration, guests can also join in the festivities by creating their own LION KING themed mask made from recycled products with Ann Closs-Farley Designs from 3-7 PM.

For Las Vegas, Disney hand-selected an acclaimed, international cast of performers from productions of THE LION KING across the globe including Broadway, Taipei, South Africa, London, Los Angeles, Australia, Toronto, Shanghai, Paris and Holland.

The Las Vegas production of THE LION KING is virtually identical to the other companies seen around the globe and is staged with all of the same spectacular music, sets, and costumes that have made it a worldwide phenomenon. The show is performed at Mandalay Bay Monday through Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with weekend shows at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. For additional information, visit: www.LionKingLasVegas.com

ABOUT THE LION KING

THE LION KING began as a 1994 animated feature-length film developed and produced by the Walt Disney Company. On stage, Director Julie Taymor’s creative vision blends elements of African art and Broadway artisanship to depict anthropomorphic animal characters. The story, a coming of age parable set among animals indigenous to the African savanna, tells the tale of Simba, the lion cub who rises to be the King of the jungle.

THE LION KING continues to reign as one of the most popular shows on Broadway and around the world. THE LION KING can also be seen on stage across North America and in Las Vegas, London, Hamburg, Paris and Tokyo. Now in its 13th year, THE LION KING is the eighth longest-running musical in Broadway history and one of only five musical productions in theatre history to play for ten years or more on both Broadway and the West End.

THE LION KING has been seen by more than 50 million people in 13 different countries and translated into five different languages (Japanese, German, Korean, French, Dutch).

THE LION KING made history in September 2009 when two of its signature costumes were inducted into the permanent collection of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.

The global phenomenon is the winner of more than 70 major awards worldwide, including the 1998 Tony Award® and NY Drama Critics Award for Best Musical, the 1999 Grammy® for Best Musical Show Album, and the 1999 Laurence Olivier Awards for Best Choreography and Best Costume Design.

Julie Taymor was the first woman in theatrical history to win the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical. She is also the winner of the 1998 Tony Award for Best Costume Design.

Taymor, along with designer Michael Curry, has created hundreds of masks and puppets for THE LION KING. Scenic design is by Richard Hudson; costume design is by Julie Taymor; lighting design is by Donald Holder. Choreography is by Garth Fagan. The book has been adapted by Roger Allers, who co-directed the animated feature and Irene Mecchi, who co-wrote the film’s screenplay.

The Broadway score features Elton John and Tim Rice’s music from The Lion King animated film along with three new songs by John and Rice; additional musical material by South African Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor and Hans Zimmer; and music from “Rhythm of the Pride Lands,” an album inspired by the original music in the film, written by Lebo M, Mark Mancina and Hans Zimmer. The resulting sound of THE LION KING is a fusion of Western popular music and the distinctive sounds and rhythms of Africa, ranging from the Academy® Award-winning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” to the haunting ballad “Shadowlands.”

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Award-winning Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace is proud to bring spirituality, meditation and relaxation to the famed Las Vegas Strip with the addition of both yoga and water Qi Gong classes. Since opening in 2006, Qua Baths & Spa has focused on total wellness – melding principles of Western world relaxation and Eastern world philosophies of healing. Yoga and water Qi Gong are an expansion of that vision.

“We find that our clientele is coming to Las Vegas for a total wellness experience, to leave a more relaxed and balanced person than when they came,” said Chrystal King, director of Qua Baths & Spa. “We have many guests who come for a single service, however the trend at Qua is leaning toward a full day of relaxation –a massage, chakra balancing, hypnotherapy and then close the day with yoga.”

Led by yoga master Swami Ramananda, Qua’s yoga practices are held weekly in the newly opened “Tranquility” yoga center in Caesars Palace. With more than 40 years experience teaching yoga, Ramananda’s practices strongly focus on rhythmic breathing and guided meditation.

Ramananda also leads Qua’s water Qi Gong classes, which are hosted on a weekly basis in the serene, open-air Bacchus pool. The pool deck overlooks the resort’s newly expanded Garden of the Gods swimming oasis, creating a relaxing escape from daily stresses. Qi Gong is a meditative practice that uses slow graceful movements and controlled breathing techniques to promote circulation and enhance overall wellness.

Qua Baths & Spas hosts yoga each Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. in the Tranquility yoga center, located in the Color Boutique, along Appian Way. Water Qi Gong is hosted each Saturday at 2:00 p.m. in the Bacchus pool in the Garden of the Gods pool oasis. Participation in Caesars Palace yoga and water Qi Gong classes is priced at $15 per person for each class; each class may be paired with fitness facility access for $35. Guests may experience a class and have access to the fitness room, plus the spa’s Roman Baths, therapy pools, steam sauna and Arctic Ice Room for $55.

For more information on Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace dial (866) 782 – 0655.

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WOOD-FIRED PIZZA

MARGHERITA • ‘Bel Paese’ Cheese, Tomato, Basil. . .14

BOSCO • Roasted Mushroom Puree, White Truffle Oil, Robiola Cheese. . .17

PEPPERONI • Spicy Pepperoni, Bufala Mozzarella, Oregano. . .17

BIANCA • Arugula, Spinach, Ricotta and Prosciutto. . .17

SPICY SHRIMP • Chili-Lemon Shrimp, Pesto, Oven-Dried Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic. . .19

MEATBALL • House-Made Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Bel Paese. . .17

OYSTERS
½ Dozen . . .18 1 Dozen . . .36

APPETIZERS
HERBED GARLIC BREAD. . .8

Ciabatta Bread, Garlic, Herbs

CHEESE PLATE. . .13

Selection of Artisan Cheese, Seasonal Compote, Warm Pistachio-Cranberry Bread

ARANCHINI WITH BRAISED VEAL AND FONTINA. . .14

Crispy Rice Fritters, Braised Veal, Fontina, Tomato Sauce

WOOD-FIRED CLAMS CASINO. . .16

Broiled Cherrystone Clams, Roasted Peppers, Pancetta

THREE CHEESE RAVIOLI. . .20

Roasted Tomato Sauce, Parmigiano, Pesto

SLICED PROSCIUTTO WITH SEASONAL MELON. . .15

Parma Ham with Fresh Melon, Parmigiano and Arugula

FRIED CALAMARI. . .17

Crispy Sweet Onions, Remoulade Sauce

ROASTED SHRIMP ‘SCAMPI’. . .23

Canelinni Beans, Oven-Dried Tomatoes, Lemon, Garlic

SAFFRON MUSSELS. . .18

Roasted Mussels, Toasted Pasta, Tomato, Shallots, White Wine

SOUP AND SALADS
CIOPINNO…16

Shellfish, Whitefish, Saffron Broth

CAPRESE SALAD. . .18

Heirloom Tomatoes, Bufala Mozzarella, Basil, Aged Balsamic Vinegar

WARM GOAT CHEESE SALAD. . .11

Arugula, Fire-Roasted Mushrooms, Avocado, Sweet Corn

CAESAR SALAD. . .11

Creamy Garlic Dressing, Parmigiano, Ciabatta Croutons

MINESTRONE SOUP. . .13

Tomato Broth, Roasted Vegetables, Pesto

BEEF CARPACCIO. . .18

Marinated Artichokes, Ricotta Salata, Crispy Eggplant Toasts, Garlic-Anchovy Aioli

BIBB LETTUCE, APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD. . .13

Sweet Blue Cheese Dressing, Candied Walnuts

• Allergy menu available upon request •

PASTA

BUCATINI ‘AMATRICIANA’. . .26

Pancetta, Tomato Sauce, Pecorino Romano, Roasted Onions

MAINE LOBSTER ‘FRA DIAVOLO’. . .44

Spaghetti, Maine Lobster, Shrimp Sauté, Spicy Garlic-Tomato Sauce

RIGATONI WITH MEATBALLS. . .27

House-Made Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Pecorino Romano

BAKED LASAGNA. . .24

Traditional ‘Bolognese’ Meat Sauce, Béchamel, Tomato Sauce

ROASTED SHRIMP ‘PUTTANESCA’. . .27

Penne Pasta, Capers, Olives, Spicy Peppers

LINGUINI WITH CLAM SAUCE. . .25

Roasted Littleneck Clams, Garlic, Olive Oil, White Wine, Parsley

RICOTTA CAVATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE. . .24

Cheese and Semolina Dumplings with Red Wine Meat Sauce

ANGEL HAIR ‘POMODORO’. . .22

Fresh Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic, Pecorino Romano

CHICKEN FETTUCINE ALFREDO. . .24

Herb Roasted Chicken Breast, Parmigiano Cream Sauce, Snap Peas

MAIN COURSE

ROASTED PORK CHOP WITH SAGE AND GARLIC. . .34

Stuffed with Fontina Cheese and Prosciutto, Butternut Squash, Apples, Raisins

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS. . .36

Roasted Cauliflower, Capers, Raisins, Brown Butter

BRAISED SHORT RIB OF BEEF. . .34

Barolo Wine, Glazed Shallot in Port wine

RIB EYE STEAK. . .46

Roasted Winter Vegetables

VEAL PICCATA. . .34

Loin of Veal, Capers, Parsley, Lemon Butter Sauce

VEAL MARSALA. . .35

Loin of Veal, Wild Mushroom, Marsala Wine Sauce

VEAL PARMIGIANA. . .36

Cutlet of Veal, Chunky Tomato Sauce, Bufala Mozzarella, Parmigiano

ALASKAN HALIBUT. . .38

Roasted Fennel, Blood Oranges, Citrus Vinaigrette

ROASTED CHICKEN BREAST. . .27

Braised Artichokes, Baked Tomatoes, Capers, White Wine

PAN SEARED WILD SALMON. . .35

Roasted Potatoes, Confit Tomatoes, Watercress, Herb Butter

BAKED EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA. . .23

Seasoned Bread Crumbs, Bufala Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce

ADD TO ANY DISH

Side of Pasta. . .8 Chicken Breast. . .8

Sauteed Shrimp. . .12 Meatballs (each). . .2

Lobster … 24

SIDES. . .7

Crispy Fried Potatoes with Truffle Oil and Parmesan Cheese

Seasonal Risotto Roasted Winter Vegetables Roasted Garlic Bulbs

Macaroni and Cheese Gratin Spinach Creamy Asiago Potatoes

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Summer is not complete without a road trip to Vegas, and this summer the destination is the Strip’s only ultra dive bar, Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub.

As part of Budweiser SELECT’s 55 Days of Summer, Rockhouse will kick off Fourth of July with the ultimate “Road Trip Weekend,” Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 5. Via car, bus or hitchhike, friends, foes and strangers alike will trek to Rockhouse for a packed lineup of non-stop partying. Road trip revelers will enjoy complimentary cover, two-for-one beers and well drinks, and non-stop beer pong competitions all weekend long.

To top it off, partygoers will also celebrate the nation’s birthday with the Strip’s rowdiest tailgate party, “Red, White and Booze.” The Independence Day bash will feature a stunning lineup of bikini-clad cocktail waitresses and a delicious tailgate menu including mini corn dogs, chimichangas, hamburgers, chicken fingers and fries.

Not a road-tripper? Anyone 21 and over can still be a part of the patriotic party all weekend long. Rockhouse’s “Road Trip Weekend” and “Red, White and Booze” tailgate is all part of Budweiser SELECT’s 55 Days of Summer lineup. For more information, visit RockhouseBarandNightclub.com or call 702.731.9683.

Day or night, its 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 will give partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the “VIP” attitude. With a knockout lineup of gorgeous bartenders, bottle service that won’t break the bank, a walk-away daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is definite must-visit hotspot for locals an 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.

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Singing sensation Clint Holmes brings his powerful voice and magnetic stage presence back to the Suncoast Showroom July 10 and 11.

Holmes’ fans know him as more than just a singer. He’s famous for making every performance an original and captivating audiences with his charisma and signature style. Among his many recordings is the Top 10 smash hit “Playground In My Mind (My Name Is Michael).” His album Edges produced many other standout songs, including “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” the romantic “Shouldn’t It Be Easy By Now,” the playful “Gotta Get Up” and the thought-provoking “Let My Son See Africa.”

With a long history of entertaining audiences in Las Vegas, Clint is known for his six-year run in Clint Holmes at Harrah’s. Named Las Vegas’ “Best Singer” for four times and “Entertainer of the Year” three times by readers of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Holmes’ fame stretches far beyond Southern Nevada. He was also Atlantic City’s “Entertainer of the Year” three times, and starred in Clint Holmes’ Sophisticated Rhythms, a dynamic stage show that traveled through music from the 1940s to the present.

His 1996 critically acclaimed musical Comfortable Shoes, which opened in New Jersey, was a poignant and uplifting journey into Holmes’ interracial family’s struggle to find its identity. In 2002, an updated version of the musical opened at The Royal George Theatre in Chicago. Among the show’s rave reviews, the Chicago Tribune called it “a night of fully realized theatrical entertainment.” Holmes also continues to partner with long-time friends Susan Anton, Domenick Allen and Martin Nievera for a showcase of solo performances, duets and group numbers as the wildly popular Vocal Soup.

In a career that began with an invitation from Joan Rivers to be her sidekick and announcer on The Late Show, Clint Holmes has proven himself as a well-respected performer, even earning the honor of being the featured performer at the Democratic National Convention on the evening of Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential nomination. Also familiar to fans’ ears, Holmes was the voice of Lowenbrau Beer for four years.

Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available starting from $29.95, plus tax and convenience fees and can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 702.636.7075

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Las Vegas just can’t get enough of the sassy senior, which is why “America’s Got Talent” finalist Grandma Lee will be returning to headline at Bonkerz Comedy Club at Palace Station July 5 through Sept. 4 nightly. Fans will have a chance to see Grandma Lee uncut and uncensored.

The Oklahoma native was ironically inspired to take up comedy after the death of her husband and a series of odd jobs such as news reporter and directory assistance operator. In 1995, Lee decided to attend a local comedy workshop to get her laughing again. Since then, this outrageous 76-year-old grandmother has electrified audiences all over the country with her off-color humor and spunk.

Lee won the hearts of millions and made it all the way to the grand finale last season on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” making it her personal goal to help older people realize that it’s never too late to follow your dreams. She won the 2003 Las Vegas Comedy Festival at the MGM Grand and was chosen as a finalist for the 2004 season of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” She is so popular with TV audiences that “Last Comic Standing” had her on as a special guest during three different seasons and chose her as a Top 10 Favorite Comic on the show. Guests at Bonkerz can get a daily, controversial dose of their favorite senior, uncut and uncensored, like never before.

“I’m really excited to be back again for another round at Bonkerz Comedy Club. The audience here in Las Vegas really is the best,” said Grandma Lee.

About Bonkerz Comedy Club

Bonkerz Comedy Club, winner of the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s 2010 “Best Comedy Club,” presents six headliner shows weekly – Monday through Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $34.95 each. Station Casinos hotel guests and locals with a valid Nevada ID receive a $15 discount. Bonkerz hosts a comedy jam Sunday evenings featuring local up-and-coming comics at 8:30 p.m. The club features a rotating schedule with a new headliner and feature act every week. Doors open one hour before showtime and guests must be 18 years or older. Tickets can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center and The Fiestas or by calling (702) 547-5300

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