May 27, 2009
The Signature at MGM Grand is offering a ?His or Hers Getaway? starting at $229 a night. The package includes a two-night stay in one-bedroom suite that can sleep up to four people, champagne and strawberries or bucket of beer and popcorn upon arrival, four poolside cocktails, four passes to Studio 54, and a minimum $25 golf credit or 25 percent off spa treatments at MGM Grand Spa.
For more information, visit www.signaturemgmgrand.com

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May 27, 2009
Disney’s “The Lion King” celebrated its Las Vegas premiere at Mandalay Bay Theatre.
he show is performed at 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday evenings and 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Mandalay Bay’s production is virtually identical to the other companies seen around the globe and is staged with all of the same music, sets, and costumes.
“The Las Vegas production is every bit the equal of the spectacular Broadway experience,” said Thomas Schumacher, producer and president of Disney Theatrical Group.
“From the stunning procession of animals that fill the aisles during ‘Circle of Life’ and the wildebeest stampede to the show’s climactic battle, all of the magic of the original vision will be realized onstage at Mandalay Bay.”
Tickets cost $53, $86 and $113.50.
VIP packages, which include premium seating, a complimentary souvenir program and a complimentary merchandise item, are available for $168.50.
Taxes are included in all prices.
For tickets or more information, call 702-632-7580 or visit www.lionkinglasvegas.com or click the ticketmaster banner ad.

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May 27, 2009
The Palazzo Las Vegas has opened Azure, a daytime luxury pool experience featuring Champagne, frozen grapes, ice towels, cabana massages and Evian water mistings.
Azure features greenery, daybeds, fashion shows, amenity butlers and butlerettes and culinary offerings of Wolfgang Puck.
Culinary offerings include crisp calamari with grilled zucchini and oven-roasted tomato, smoked salmon pizza with black caviar, and Maine lobster salad with heirloom tomatoes and avocado.
Wines and champagne are served by the glass, and magnum bottle service features Dom Perignon, Perrier Jouet Fleur and Veuve Clicquot. Absolut Vodka Saturdays will feature pool events such as entertainment, models, celebrity guests, acoustic performances, live DJs and signature cocktails.
Two fashion shows on Saturdays will feature apparel and accessories from Barneys New York, Diane von Furstenberg, Tory Burch and other luxury retailers of The Shoppes at The Palazzo. Canyon Ranch SpaClub offers spa services, including complimentary SPF lotion application, available to guests during pool hours, as well as other treatments.
Guests of Azure will be greeted at the entrance to the pool by a VIP host and escorted to a lounge chair, daybed or cabana.
Complimentary amenities include fresh fruit, beverages, ice towels, Evian water mistings, and cuisine samplings. Azure will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday through Sunday for guests 21 and over.
For more information, call 702-607-1218 or visit www.azurelasvegas.com

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May 24, 2009
British Airways will launch a new, non-stop daily flight between Las Vegas and London Heathrow on Sunday, Oct. 25. The new flights will be operated exclusively to and from Heathrow’s Terminal 5 by a three-class Boeing 777 offering Club World (business class), World Traveller Plus (premium economy) and World Traveller (economy).
The Club World cabin offers seats that convert to 180-degree flat beds. Roundtrip fares in World Traveller will start at $461 and for World Traveller Plus, $1,206. Roundtrip Club World fares will start at $3.255; all fares are subject to fuel surcharges, government fees and taxes and the $2.50 Sept. 11 Security fee.

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May 22, 2009
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
GREEN DAY LAUNCH FIRST NORTH AMERICAN TOUR IN OVER THREE YEARS!
MULTI-PLATINUM BAND HIT THE ROAD IN SUPPORT OF NEW ALBUM, 21ST CENTURY BREAKDOWN,
Reprise Records’ Grammy® Award winning rock band Green Day have announced that they will hit the road for their first proper tour of the United States and Canada in more than three years beginning July 3rd in Seattle, WA. The first leg of the tour will cross North America through the summer and will make a stop in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on Friday, August 21. Special guest Franz Ferdinand will kick off the show at 8:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 15 at 10am.
Green Day are touring in support of their long-awaited eighth studio album 21st Century Breakdown, which will be released globally by Reprise Records on Friday, May 15th, 2009. Singer-guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist Mike Dirnt, and drummer Tre Cool have been at work writing, arranging, and recording 21st Century Breakdown since early 2006 with producer Butch Vig (Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins). The first single, “Know Your Enemy” was released to radio and digital retailers on April 16th.
Green Day recently performed 21st Century Breakdown in its entirety during a series of warm-up club shows for hometown fans in the Bay Area. In its review of a show at Oakland’s Fox Theater, Rolling Stone commented that the band, augmented by guitarists Jason White and Jeff Matika, and keyboardist Jason Freese, had the “Quadrophenia-like hang of 21st Century Breakdown’s classic rock melodies and lifetime-punk drive down solid” and that the album is “rock opera in which the rock always comes first.” “21st Century Breakdown is Green Day’s best album,” the reviewer concluded, “and at the Fox, they proved that the rock opera can be as punk as a Clash 45.”
21st Century Breakdown is Green Day’s first studio album since 2004’s two-time Grammy Award-winning punk-rock opera American Idiot, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard chart, spawned five hit singles, and went on to sell more than 12 million copies worldwide.
Tickets priced at $54.50 and $49.50 will be available for purchase at www.livenation.com, www.mandalaybay.com and at the Ticketmaster banner ad above.
All dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, and service and handling charges. For more show information visit www.livenation.com

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May 17, 2009
May 30
LAS VEGAS – One of the largest amateur mixed martial arts events in the world will take place on Saturday, May 30, as over 100 fighters from 14 states are currently registered to fight in the Tuff-N-Uff Open Invitational at the Orleans Arena.
“We are excited to bring an amateur mixed martial arts event of this magnitude to Las Vegas and the Orleans Arena,” said Barry Meyer, President and Founder of Tuff-N-Uff. “The dozens of male and female fighters squaring off in this event represent the true future stars of MMA.”
A little over a year ago, Tuff-N-Uff set the standard in sanctioned amateur MMA events showcasing the “Future stars of MMA” in sold-out ballroom events. The Tuff-N-Uff Open Invitational on May 30 takes amateur MMA in Las Vegas to a new level by showcasing what will soon be more than 100 of the top future star MMA talent in one place – the Orleans Arena.
Following the open invitational and a brief intermission, the “Future Stars of MMA: USA vs Mexico” main event begins at 8 p.m. Headlining is an international battle for MMA supremacy, as a team of up-and-coming fighters from Mexican-based Team Combate Extremo make their way to Las Vegas to square off with a the best amateur MMA fighters America has to offer.
“We would like to thank the local fans and fighters for their support as well as our generous sponsors, including The Orleans Hotel and Casino, TapouT, Hitman Fightgear, Las Vegas Nutrition Centers, On The Mat, Ed Hardy, Humble Me Clothing, Rupture Fight Wear, Gamma-O, Toe 2 Toe, Antagonist MMA, Game Over Fight Wear, Title MMA, Sin City Fight Gear, Dominance Fight Gear, The Gun Store of Las Vegas, Goodfellas Bail Bonds and Celebrity Coach,” said Jeffrey Meyer, Vice President of Tuff-N-Uff.
Tickets priced from $25 with a portion of all ticket proceeds benefiting St. Judes, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, The Shade Tree and other local charities. To purchase tickets, please visit any Coast Casino Box Office or call 702.284.7777. For more information visit the event website at www.tuffnuff.net
Fans can pick up 2-for-1 coupons at any Las Vegas Terrible Herbst convenience store and gas stations, Las Vegas Nutrition Centers and On The Mat fight shops

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May 17, 2009
STAR-STUDDED 3rd ANNUAL ANTE UP FOR AFRICA CELEBRITY-CHARITY POKER TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO THE 2009 WORLD SERIES OF POKER® AT RIO IN LAS VEGAS ON THURSDAY, JULY 2 AT 2 PM
ESPN To Televise For The First Time
Las Vegas, NV – How often do you get to rub elbows – literally – with some of the biggest names in Hollywood and in sports and do it in front of a national television audience on ESPN? The 2009 Ante Up For Africa Celebrity-Charity Poker Tournament on Thursday, July 2 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas gives you this special opportunity as the only event of its kind where the general public can participate.
This No-Limit Hold’em poker tournament has an entry fee of $5,000, and puts you side-by-side with Hollywood hotshots, superstar athletes and poker professionals, battling it out in a unique charity tournament where you can walk away with a six-figure payday and contribute to a great cause too.
Celebrities and athletes all over are gearing up to return and will join poker’s most notable players to raise public awareness and funds to support the victims of the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, Sudan, at the 3rd annual Ante Up For Africa (AUFA) tournament during the 2009 World Series of Poker®.
Created by Oscar nominee Don Cheadle and Celebrity Apprentice star and WSOP bracelet winner Annie Duke, the Ante Up for Africa tournament will begin at 2 p.m. on July 2nd at the Rio® All-Suite Hotel & Casino, home of the 40th Annual World Series of Poker (WSOP). To date, Ante Up For Africa has raised close to $2 million for the cause.
This year Ante Up For Africa will host an exclusive party for the players and stars at PURE, one of Vegas’ hottest night clubs. The 3rd Annual Ante Up for Africa Tournament will be televised on ESPN on Tuesday, August 11 from 8-10 PM ET.
“It is an honor and very exciting to have ESPN turn the cameras on for our event,” said Annie Duke. “This will make great strides in raising awareness about this ongoing crisis.”
Among those confirmed to participate, subject to availability, are: Cheadle, Matt Damon, Jason Alexander, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, Montel Williams, Herschel Walker, Hank Azaria, Brad Garrett, Reggie Miller, Marlon Wayans, Sarah Silverman and Casey Affleck, with many more in the process of being confirmed and expressing their interest to play. Also playing, subject to availability, will be poker professionals Howard Lederer, Andy Bloch, Erik Seidel and Phil Hellmuth with many more to be confirmed in the coming weeks.
The tournament will feature a fast-paced structure designed to complete the competition within five hours. Seating for the tournament is open to anyone age 21 or older. Players can register in person at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, or online up to two weeks prior to the event at www.worldseriesofpoker.com under the registration tab.
“I am very pleased that we have raised almost 2 million to date and appreciative of everyone who has participated and donated to help us on our mission of bringing the plight of the refugees of Darfur to the forefront of people’s minds”, said Cheadle.
This event, as is every World Series of Poker tournament, is open to the public for viewing and admission is free. The event will take place in the famed Amazon Ballroom in the Rio Convention Center, just one day prior to the start of the WSOP Main Event, the game’s most prestigious event.
“We are eagerly anticipating the 3rd annual Ante Up For Africa Celebrity-Charity poker tournament,” said World Series of Poker Commissioner Jeffrey Pollack. “We commend the work Don and Annie are doing on behalf of this charity and are excited to partner with them again for what is the most fun-filled day at the World Series of Poker.”
Cheadle, an accomplished poker player, and Duke, who has more than $4 million in tournament winnings, are committed to raising both public awareness about the tragedy in Darfur and funds to aid its victims. As the world’s richest sporting event, the WSOP awarded more than $180 million in 2008 and attracted participants from a record 124 nations.
Nevada Gaming laws prohibit money being given directly from the prize pool to the charity. Accordingly, in the previous events, many of the in the money finishers volunteered to donate half of their winnings to the charity and Ante Up for Africa encourages participants to do the same this year.
More information about the tournament is available at www.worldseriesofpoker.com
If you would like more information regarding the organization, please log onto www.anteupforafrica.org and on twitter at www.twitter.com/anteupforafrica
ABOUT THE WSOP
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is the largest, richest and most prestigious gaming event in the world awarding millions of dollars in prize money and the prestigious gold bracelet, globally recognized as the sport’s top prize.
Featuring a comprehensive slate of tournaments in every major poker variation, the WSOP is poker’s longest running tournament in the world, dating back to 1970. In 2008, the event attracted 58,720 entrants from 124 different countries to the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas and awarded over $180 million in prize money.
The creation of the new delayed Main Event final table more than doubled ratings on ESPN year over year. The WSOP in December, 2008 was named the 7th most admired sports brand in North America by the Turnkey Sports Survey, trailing only the older and more established NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR and PGA Tour among sports properties. In addition, the WSOP has experienced groundbreaking alliances in broadcasting, digital media and corporate sponsorships, while successfully expanding the brand internationally with the advent in 2007 of the World Series of Poker EuropeSM. For more information on the World Series of Poker, please visit our website at www.worldseriesofpoker.com
ABOUT ANTE UP FOR AFRICA
Ante Up For Africa (AUFA) is a non-profit organization founded in 2006 by Don Cheadle, Annie Duke and Norman Epstein. We are dedicated to raising money and awareness for Africans in need. To date, Ante Up For Africa has raised close to $2 million for the cause and has donated to organizations such as Not On Our Watch (NOOW), ENOUGH and The International Rescue Committee.
For more information, please log onto www.AnteUpForAfrica.org
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May 17, 2009
GET WET THIS SUMMER AT FLAMINGO’S ADULT-ONLY ‘GO POOL’
Tan Ambassadors, lush cabanas and hotel packages make a splash at Flamingo Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nev. — Flamingo Las Vegas is ready to dive into another sizzling summer pool season. Set in a sprawling 15-acre tropical retreat, the Flamingo pool is the true definition of a desert oasis. Touted as one of Vegas’ premier pools by MSN.com and recognized by Travel + Leisure Magazine for delivering Sin City’s “best deal” when it comes to cabana service, the fabulous Flamingo’s pool complex is the ultimate destination for adult poolside pleasure.
FLAMINGO GO POOL
At the Flamingo’s adult-only GO Pool, party and paradise collide in an exotic, hip setting. Nestled in a secluded area of the sprawling pool complex, the GO Pool offers the finest in relaxation, allowing guests to partake in “European style” sunbathing. From top-notch amenities and activities to drink specials and industry days, Flamingo’s GO pool has something for the sun worshiper inside everyone.
UNIQUE AMENITIES & ACTIVITIES
Home to Sin City’s original Tan Ambassadors, only at Flamingo Las Vegas can you have a bronzed beauty personally assist you in achieving the perfect summer glow. Equipped with a variety of SPF’s, pasties, aloe and more, these gods and goddesses of the sun offer their expertise absolutely free of charge.
Guests seeking respite from the scorching summer rays may rent one of the luxurious poolside cabanas starting at just $200 a day. Cabanas are outfitted with posh furnishings, a flat screen television, XBox 360, ceiling fan, mini fridge, and a safe.
All GO Pool guests will enjoy fresh and funky tunes spun daily (except Tuesday) by a live guest DJ. For guests who may get antsy relaxing on the deck, the Flamingo GO Pool offers floating beer pong, water volleyball and a “dance pod” that sits in the center of the pool, allowing females to be the center of attention.
DRINK SPECIALS & INDUSTRY MONDAYS
The Flamingo Beach Club sits adjacent to the GO Pool and serves up a variety of food and drink specials including salads, burgers, pizzas, wraps and fruit platters. Corona, Corona Light and Margaritas are 2-for-1 all summer long with a local ID. Locals reign king each Monday for the GO Pool’s industry day. Both males and females with a valid local ID will pay no cover charge and can take advantage of any drink specials offered that day.
BOOK TODAY: ‘GO GET WET’ HOTEL PACKAGE
Guests looking to stay and play at the Flamingo this summer should check out the “Go Get Wet” hotel package (promotion booking code: PKGFGGW). Starting at just $69 a night guests may stay in an award-winning Flamingo GO Rooms and at check-in receive vouchers for two complimentary cocktails redeemable at any of the poolside bars. The GO Rooms are Flamingo’s latest room product, decked out in retro-chic décor and the most advanced in-room, technology including iPod docking stations, in-mirror TV’s, electronic drapes and more. The ‘Go Get Wet’ package is available to book now through Sept. 30.
GO POOL HOURS & ADMISSION
GO Pool is open 7-Days a week from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Must be 21 years or older
Mon. – All locals free, $10 for non-local males
Tues. –Thurs.: Free for ladies, $10 male guests, $20 male non-hotel guests
Fri. – Sun. : Free for ladies, $20 males guests, $25 male non-hotel guests
FLAMINGO LAGOON POOL
Flamingo’s Lagoon pool is the definition of fun in the sun. The beautiful retreat features multiple pools connected by lagoons, waterfalls and seasonal waterslides. The sprawling pool is complete with cabana rentals, an open-air grill, guest DJ’s, floating beer pong, bikini bull riding, water volleyball and pool-side gaming tables.
HOURS & ADMISSION
Flamingo Pool is open 7-Days a week from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cabana Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Hotel room key is required before 1:00 p.m.
LOCALS WELCOME DAILY AFTER 1:00 p.m. (Must be 18 years or older)
For more information on Flamingo Las Vegas or to rent a cabana or book the “Go Get Wet” package visit: www.flamingolasvegas.com or dial
(702) 733-3111.

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May 17, 2009
Ky-Mani Marley headlines legendary artists in concert June 13
LAS VEGAS – The eighth annual Reggae in the Desert concert returns with a collection of well-known reggae acts including Ky-Mani Marley, Gregory Isaacs, Third World, Yellowman, One Pin Short and Jah Fusion. DJ Rhamma will spin tunes throughout the day and in between sets. Steve Edwards is the host for the event.
The concert is set for Saturday, June 13 at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway in downtown Las Vegas. Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 in advance and $25 the day of the show.
Tickets are on sale at the Ticketmaster banner at right.
Ky-Mani Marley, the second youngest of Bob Marley’s 11 children, carries on his father’s tradition of timeless, brilliant and message-filled music in order to inspire and entertain.
The singer, songwriter and guitarist first appeared as a musician in 1996 at the age of 20 when he recorded Like Father Like Son, an album featuring cover versions of his father’s hits. In 2001, his album Many More Roads was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Reggae Album category. His more recent album Radio was released in 2007.
Gregory Isaacs has been an important member of the reggae community for three decades. Born in Jamaica in 1950, Isaacs began his career by working with numerous producers and artists. After owning his own label and shop in Jamaica, Isaacs went on the road and recorded extensively, making a name for himself in the ’70s and ’80s. In 2008, Isaacs released the studio album Brand New Me after nearly 40 years as a recording artist to much reggae acclaim.
Third World, which last played this event in 2007, was conceived in 1973 by teenage guitarist, cellist and singer Stephen “Cat” Coore, who left the Inner Circle Band to start his own group with a fellow musician.
Just a year after the group’s formation, it opened for the Jackson Five. The group debuted on vinyl in 1976 with Satta Amasa Gana and followed it with 96 Degrees in the Shade in 1977.
Since then, the group has welcomed new members and said goodbye to departing musicians, but the sound has remained the same.
For more than 30 years, the group has traveled the world spreading peace, love and unity and has released 22 albums.
As an albino, Yellowman had a rocky start in life and the music industry. Yellowman was deserted by his parents, shunned at stage shows for his appearance and told he only had three years to live.
That was 1983. He turned to music for comfort and became one of the most well-known dancehall artists in the world.
Aside from his own music, he has partnered with rap artists such as Run DMC, NWA, Public Enemy and Doug E. Fresh. He has more than 45 recordings and has appeared on more than 88 compilation albums.
Locals One Pin Short and Jah Fusion also are scheduled to perform along with DJ Ramma. DJ Ramma, also know as Suppa Kirk, began emceeing alongside some of Los Angeles’ best deejays more than two decades. Hailing from Belize, DJ Ramma moved to the Las Vegas Valley in 1995 and has played a key role in bringing reggae vibes to the community. He has performed at numerous spots around town and is celebrating his sixth year as a Reggae in the Desert performer.
Blankets for lawn seating are permitted. Vendors in the Caribbean Islands Vendor Village will have Reggae-style items, exhibits, food and beverages as well as other fare. Domestic and imported beers will be available.
There will be no re-entry, and there will be ATM’s on site.
Sponsors include Miller Lite, Miller Chill, CW Las Vegas, MY LV TV, United Family of Car Dealerships, Mix 94.1, Area 107.9, Point 97.1 and Hot 97.5FM.
For a complete list of performance times, information and tickets, visit www.reggaeinthedesert.com or Clark County Parks and Recreation’s Web site at www.accessclarkcounty.com/parks or call 455-8200.

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May 17, 2009
Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 p.m.
Tickets are $129, $179 & $229, plus any additional service fees
Please visit the Ticketmaster banner at right or www.livenation.com to purchase tickets
LAS VEGAS – Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z with special guest Ciara roll into The Pearl Concert Theater for two performances over Independence Day weekend. The stars return to The Pearl takes place on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
Born Shawn Carter, Jay-Z has solidified himself as an entrepreneur, performer, trendsetter, spokesman and philanthropist. Throughout his career, Jay-Z has opened doors for anyone with talent and determination, all while setting the pace in the world of music and fashion. With the formation of his own record company, Roc-A-Fella Records, and the subsequent release of his 1996 album Reasonable Doubt, Jay-Z has cemented his reputation as one of the most formidable icons in entertainment.
In the past seven years Jay-Z has released eight consecutive multi-platinum albums. Since 1996, Jay-Z has earned multiple Grammy, American Music, MTV Music Video, Soul Train and Billboard Awards.
He is the first hip-hop artist to release an MTV unplugged album, to appear on 60 Minutes or to have a live Showtime televised concert. Jay-Z released American Gangster in 2007 titled after the movie of the same name. This marked Jay-Z’s second album release after coming out of retirement in 2005. His latest effort The Blueprint III is coming soon, but does not have a scheduled release date at this time.
This event is presented by Andrew Hewitt and Live Nation. The Pearl Box Office is open from noon – 7:00 p.m. daily. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and show time is 8:00 p.m. The Pearl is home to Miller Lite Live, presented by Cricket Wireless and sponsored by Citi; for more information on upcoming concerts, please call 702-942-6888.

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