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Cody Collins, headliner of Country Superstars in the Golden Nugget Las Vegas, recently debuted his first-ever self-titled solo EP, which is available for download on iTunes. The EP features three captivating songs: “It Ain’t Wrong,” “Get Your Goodbye Gone”and “Plain Jane.” To celebrate, Country Superstars is offering a special “Fan Package” for guests of the show at the Golden Nugget Las Vegas now through Aug. 31, 2012. Mention the promotional code “Fan Package” at the Golden Nugget Box Office to receive a meet & greet, autographed photo with Cody Collins and one free download of a Cody Collins original song from iTunes.

“Country Superstars is about showcasing emerging talent so it’s only natural that we also release the original songs from these artists on a platform that can be enjoyed by everybody,” said Leonard Quenneville, Producer of Country Superstars. “The ‘fan package’ gives the audience a piece of the Country Superstars experience to take home.”

The release of Cody Collins EP coincides with the new show format of Country Superstarswhich features emerging solo artists as headliners. These headliners perform new and original songs alongside tribute artists paying homage to some of country music’s greatest talents. Collins, the former frontman of multi-platinum band, Lonestar, is the first of these headliners who performs a mix of original songs as well as Lonestar hits.

Cody Collins EP was produced by songwriter, John Edwards, who has worked with some of country music’s biggest acts including Jason Aldean’s 2010 smash hit album, My Kinda Party.Music tracks for the EP were recorded in the heartland of country music, Nashville, TN at Benchmark Sound, and the vocals recorded locally in Las Vegas at The Hideout. Collins’ EP is recorded and represented under Radical Productions Media.

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Country Superstars, formerly known as Country Superstars Tribute, located inside the Golden Nugget Las Vegas, launched its new show format with the addition of Cody Collins, former lead singer of Lonestar, as its headliner during their Opening Night held on March 29, 2012. Cody Collins captured the hearts of the ladies in the audience with his charming vocals while the Big & Rich tribute artists gave a spot-on performance. Country Superstars is a hybrid show featuring a rotating cast of up and coming country music artists performing original songs and spectacular tribute artists showcasing all the hits.

“The new format of Country Superstars has added another level of depth to the show and the audience is really responding. Cody has brought an amazing energy and charm to each and every performance,” said Producer Leonard Quenneville. “We are excited with the new direction of the show and look forward to the future.”

The new Country Superstars, located in Downtown Las Vegas, is a fast-paced, concert-style production that boasts a live five-piece band with amazing artists bringing country music history alive alongside new up and coming talent. Consistently delivering an unforgettable entertainment experience, Country Superstars, treats audiences to the sights and sounds of America’s heartland in a manner that country fans have come to expect. With the addition of Cody Collins, guests are provided with a different experience and appreciation for Cody Collins as an independent artist. While Collins is best know for his albums with Lonestar including Party Heard Around the World released in 2010, Collins features a combination of original songs along with Lonestar hits including: “Walking in Memphis,” “Front Porch Looking In” and “What About Now.”

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”Body & Soul,” the one-man show starring song-and-dance man, Rick Faugno has announced a $15 per ticket (plus tax and service charge) holiday special through Sunday, Jan. 1.

”Body & Soul” is an arrangement of pop, rock, soul, funk, blues, jazz, and Latin genres. Faugno brings Old School to the modern era with popular stage influences from the past combined with modern day original compositions. The one man show is The New Classic Vegas; the evolution of self-expression through music and dance.

”With the holidays here and gifts, large family gatherings, travel expenses, decorations, and parties, this time can be a bit hectic and financially straining for many,” stated Faugno. ”I would like my fans to come out for a night of entertainment and enjoyment at minimal cost.  The holiday special is my gift to my loyal fans and the community.”

Faugno performs every Friday in ”Body & Soul” at 8:30 p.m. in Shimmer Cabaret at the Las Vegas Hilton. The Holiday Special ticket price is $15 (plus tax and service charge) through Sunday, Jan. 1 and can be purchased at the Las Vegas Hilton box office or by phone at (702) 732-5755 or (800) 222-5361

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Seven-time Grammy Award winner Gladys Knight will be extending her special engagement at the newly transformed Tropicana Las Vegas. Gladys Knight ‘A Mic and a Light’, which showcases 90 minutes of fan favorites such as ‘Midnight Train to Georgia’ and ‘The Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me’ as well as newer hits, was originally scheduled to hold its final performance on September 3.  Due to the show’s immense success, the ‘Empress of Soul’ will continue to entertain audiences Tuesdays through Sundays at 8 p.m. through the end of the year.

‘I am thrilled to be extending at Tropicana Las Vegas through the end of the year. The joy we’ve had performing at the Gladys Knight Theater over the past several months and the overwhelming support from our fans led us to add these additional shows,’ says Knight. ‘Working in this showroom at Tropicana has been a dream come true for me and I look forward to sharing this experience with many more audiences.’

‘Gladys is one of the greatest performers of all time, and we are excited that she and her team have decided to extend their special engagement at our property. They have truly become an important part of the Tropicana family,’ said Melissa Steinberg, Vice President of Casino Operations and Entertainment at Tropicana Las Vegas.

Tickets can be purchased for $75 and $85 plus tax and applicable fees through the Tropicana Box Office by calling (702) 739-2411 or by visiting www.troplv.com. VIP packages are also available for $105 plus tax and applicable fees. Las Vegas locals who purchase tickets at the Box Office are eligible to receive a VIP assigned seat for the price of a general admission ticket Tuesdays through Thursdays when they present a valid Nevada ID.

About Gladys Knight

Soul singer Gladys Knight, a seven-time Grammy Award-winning performer, has dazzled fans since the 1960s when she first toured as Gladys Knight & the Pips. Well-known as the lead singer of the group for hits such as ‘Midnight Train to Georgia’, ‘Every Beat of My Heart’, ‘If I Were Your Woman’, ‘Best Thing to Ever Happen to Me’, and ‘I Heard It Through the Grapevine’, Knight sky-rocketed to fame in the Motown era. Since then, she has recorded more than 38 albums, securing hits on the Adult Contemporary, Pop and R&B charts. She also has numerous television and film credits, such as Tyler Perry’s ‘I Can Do Bad All By Myself’ and ’30 Rock’, as well as starring in the hit Broadway musical, ‘Smokey Joe’s Café’. Fans can learn more by visiting www.gladysknight.com.

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Jimmy Hopper has been one of Las Vegas’ all time favorite entertainers and composers of the past decade. If you remember Jimmy from the Fontana Lounge at Bellagio or Voodoo at Rio, you’ll want to catch this clip.

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Las Vegas’ Ferrari dealership at Wynn Las Vegas, the new Ri Ra Irish Pub at Mandalay Place, Gladys Knight at Tropicana and more.

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One of the most popular acts on the Las Vegas Strip, America’s favorite brother-sister duo, Donny & Marie, will implement some exciting new changes to their show in the intimate Flamingo Showroom at Flamingo Las Vegas. Fans will have the opportunity to see the revamped show beginning Tuesday, May 17.

“Donny & Marie have been some of the most popular entertainers on the Las Vegas Strip for almost three years, and many of their fans come back over and over again to see the show,” said Rick Mazer, president of Flamingo Las Vegas. “We are very excited about the changes to the show, as it will give guests a whole new experience, whether they’ve seen Donny & Marie several times or if it’s their first time. I’m sure fans will return to see the new show again and again!”

The lively 90-minute variety show will still incorporate singing, dancing, comedy and the stars’ signature brother-sister banter. One of the most recognizable changes is the show’s new opening number, which features “It Takes Two” and “Vegas Love,” a song from the duo’s first album in 30 years, “Donny & Marie” which was released in May by MPCA Records. Immediately following the opening is the Dance Stomp, with an unforgettably energetic dance sequence set to “Get the Party Started,” “Dancing in the Streets,” “Knock on Wood,” “Higher” and “Dance to the Music.”

Marie’s portion of the show now includes a fun mash-up of “Walk this Way” and “These Boots Were Made for Walkin’,” which was inspired by the television show, “Glee.” The energy-filled country number includes line-dancing and an only-in-Vegas Swarovski crystal-covered electric guitar and cowboy boots. Marie also sings a new Broadway medley, featuring classics such as “All That Jazz,” “Cabaret,” “But the World Goes ‘Round” from the film “New York, New York” and “Somewhere” from “West Side Story.”

Donny will debut a fresh new version of “Yo-Yo,” the classic he recorded with his brothers 40 years ago. He also plays the piano for “Whenever You’re in Trouble,” a very personal song he wrote about one of his sons. The legendary brother and sister duo also have a special dance off inspired by the hit ABC show in which both of them appeared, “Dancing with the Stars.”

Recently celebrating their 500th show at Flamingo Las Vegas, Donny & Marie opened at the legendary center-Strip property on Sept. 9, 2008 and the worldwide response was so immediate and overwhelming that after only six weeks their original six-month contract was extended through 2011.

Donny & Marie perform at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday – Saturday.

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Legendary Comedian and Impressionist Rich Little is set to launch a new headliner showcase at The Riviera where the hotel brings classic Vegas back to the Strip. Little will bring his acclaimed show “Will the Real Rich Little Please Stand Up?” to the Starlite Theater, five nights a week from May 25 through June 12.

“I’m thrilled to be home for an extended period after touring for the past few years,” said Little. “This new series at The Riv is going to be a great tribute to Vegas of yesteryear and I’m honored that they chose me to launch this.”

Little’s last Vegas engagement was in 2008 and he has since toured the country, performing his standup routine “Will the Real Rich Little Please Stand Up.” He has also made several stops performing his one-man play “Jimmy Stewart and Friends,” which he wrote himself over the course of several years, where he performs 25 characters on the life of Stewart. Little plans on one day bringing his play to Broadway.

Rich Little will be “Bringing Vegas back to the Strip” from May 25 through June 12. Shows will run every Wednesday through Sunday at 8 p.m., dark Monday and Tuesday, in the Starlite Theater (formerly La Cage Theater). Tickets are $29.95 for general admission, $39.95 for preferred seating and $59.95 for Gold Circle VIP. Senior and military with valid ID receive a $20 discount for preferred and VIP seating. All prices are exclusive of tax and fees. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 877-892-7469.

About Rich Little
Infamous for his skewing of political figures, Little has charmed, amused, annoyed and lampooned politicians from here to his native Canada. He entertained at both of Reagan’s presidential inaugurations and has toured the U.S. with his show “The Presidents.” A master mimic of more than 200 voices, Little continues to impress throughout the world, with regular stops in Atlantic City, Reno, Hawaii, Chicago, New York, Canada and London.

Throughout the course of his career, Little has had his own TV show on NBC, appeared on variety shows such as “Ed Sullivan” and “Laugh In,” hosted “The Tonight Show” 12 times, among numerous other appearances. He also was named “Comedy Star of the Year” by the American Guild of Variety Artists, released nine comedy albums and three HBO comedy specials, as well as the Emmy-award winning special “Rich Little’s Christmas Carol” where he was a variety of the well-known characters, only as other famous characters – W.C. Fields as Scrooge, Humphrey Bogart as one of the ghosts, etc.

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It was a full house Friday night as unparalleled ventriloquist Terry Fator celebrated the second anniversary of his hit show, Terry Fator: Ventriloquism in Concert at The Mirage. Media, VIPs, fans and guests lined up at the entrance of Terry Fator Theatre, anxious to get in and see the incredible headliner perform after Fator announced the addition of new puppet, Berry Fabulous. Songs and dialogue never before seen or heard were also in store and as 7:30pm approached, the lights went down and the music went up as Fator took center stage.

Fator opened the show with Phantom of the Opera, bringing Winston the Impersonating Turtle, one of Fator’s most adored puppets, out in a Phantom mask and having on-stage assistant Taylor Makakoa play the role of Christine. Visually stunning and full of energy, with lights, smoke and video, the audience burst into applause as soon as Fator hit the first note. From that moment on, it was a fun and joyful atmosphere inside the theatre as the audience laughed, clapped and cheered with each puppet that hit the stage. Berry Fabulous made a major debut, being rolled out on stage in a large closet. When the doors opened, all there was to see was gold and sparkle as Berry graced the stage and began his hysterically funny routine, singing songs by Judy Garland, Cher and Barbra Streisand.

At the end of the show, President & COO of The Mirage Felix Rappaport surprised Fator by bringing out a tiered cake shaped like Winston. Rappaport went on to congratulate Fator on the second anniversary of his show and wished him many more years of success at The Mirage. Fator was then presented with the key to The Mirage along with a large card signed by The Mirage team. Fator went on to thank The Mirage, his team and fans for their continued support. A special treat was in store for the audience as they received a signed photo of Fator and Berry Fabulous upon exiting the theatre.

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The world’s longest running celebrity tribute show, “Legends in Concert” will bring the spirit of the season to the Strip, with the return of the holiday version of the dazzling production starting Nov. 26 at Harrah’s Las Vegas.

The seasonal version of the 90-minute spectacular will showcase superstar impersonators of past and present, singing the chart-topping hits that launched their celebrity characters into superstardom, as well as a heart-warming Christmas classic. The special holiday song selection features Elton John singing Feliz Navidad, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw doing a special duet of Run Run Run Rudolph, Michael Jackson performing a high-energy version of Santa Clause is Coming to Town, Aretha Franklin belts out a moving version of Oh Holy Night and Elvis croons the holiday classic Blue Christmas. To round out the holiday show, the band performs an instrumental version of Christmas Eve Sarajevo and the entire cast comes to together in the spirit of the season to sing The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.

The “Legends in Concert” holiday show is a full-scale live production, backed with a live band, ten talented back-up singers and dancers and an extensive multi-media presentation. This year marks the fourth annual holiday version of “Legends in Concert.” The show performs Thursday through Tuesday and is dark Wednesday. Contact the box office for show times.

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