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Mondays Dark to Host Live Stream Telethon Event to Benefit the Las Vegas Entertainment Community, Partnering with The Actors Fund

 

 

 

 

Mondays Dark to Host Live Stream Telethon Event
to Benefit the Las Vegas Entertainment Community,
Partnering with The Actors Fund

Charitable variety show, Mondays Dark, will partner with The Actors Fund, to raise funds for the Las Vegas entertainment community through a telethon event held from 5 – 11 p.m. PST on Monday, April 27.

 

Las Vegas residents and communities across the country are invited to enjoy a night of entertainment, starring both local Las Vegas entertainers and nationally recognized headliners, including Brad Garrett, Joey Fatone, Dot Marie Jones, Jon Taffer, Clint Holmes, John DiDomenico, cast members from Cirque Du Soleil and others.  The star-studded performances will be broadcast free of charge on the Mondays Dark website and all their social platforms.

In an effort to provide relief to Las Vegas actors, dancers, musicians, crew members, whose shows have been cancelled amid the coronavirus epidemic, Mondays Dark will donate 100 percent of funds raised to the local entertainment community through The Actors Fund.  Those interested in donating may visit www.mondaysdark.com.  A complete lineup of entertainers for the evening will be announced in the coming weeks.

 

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with an amazing organization that does so much for the entertainment community,” said entertainer and creator of Mondays Dark, Mark Shunock. “The Actors Fund is not a household name in Las Vegas like it is in Los Angeles and New York, and I hope Mondays Dark can help change that. Whether you work backstage, in wardrobe, dance, sing, act, The Actors Fund can help you.”

The Las Vegas entertainment community seeking assistance are encouraged to visit The Actors Fund website at www.theactorsfund.org.

 

“Thank you to Mark and everyone at Mondays Dark for demonstrating the creativity of the entertainment community in action and cooperation at its best,” said The Actors Fund chairman, Brian Stokes Mitchell. “This generosity will help ensure The Actors Fund will be there for those in need in the performing arts and entertainment industry in the Las Vegas community.”

 

To stream the live event,   visit www.mondaysdark.com or follow any of the Mondays Dark social media platforms.

 

About Mondays Dark and The Space:

Mondays Dark was founded in November 2013 by entertainer and philanthropist Mark Shunock. Shunock’s goal was to provide the community a sizzling mix of entertainment, music and comedy while supporting local charities such as Opportunity Village, Nevada SPCA, Orion Cancer Foundation, Keep Memory Alive, AFAN Aid for Aids of Nevada, and Habitat for Humanity to name a few.  Since its launch, Mondays Dark has raised over $1 million for Las Vegas charities, one event at a time, one ticket at a time.  The Space is Vegas’ Community Driven, Charity Based Arts Complex consisting of a 3000 square foot raw performance/event space, Black Box Theatre, Rehearsal Studio, Pod Cast Studio, and a Piano Bar. Since opening, it has hosted Tony Winners, Grammy Winners, fashion shows to birthday parties. For additional information on Mondays Dark, or The Space please visit www.MondaysDark.com or www.thespacelv.com and follow on social media @mondaysdark or @thespacelv.

 

About The Actors Fund:
The Actors Fund is a national human services organization that fosters stability and resiliency and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan. Through offices in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund serves everyone in film, theater, television, music, opera, radio and dance with programs including social services and emergency financial assistance, health care and insurance counseling, housing, and secondary employment and training services.

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Groovy! The Space Adds Evil Dead The Musical HD to Fall Performances✋✋

 

“You…bastards! You dirty bastards!” – Ash Williams
Join Ash and Friends as They Battle Evil in “Evil Dead The Musical HD”
 at The Space October 2-27 – Tickets On Sale Now!

 You’re going down!  Down to The Space that is, as Ash is back for an exclusive engagement of “Evil Dead The Musical HD” live in all its horror/comedy glory with the ultimate battle – Demon vs. Ash. Whether you grew up on the Evil Dead franchise from the ’80s and ’90s, think Ash is the King or can recite every line from “Army of Darkness,” this show is for you!  “Evil Dead The Musical HD” is a musical ride through the cult-hit story never witnessed before.  The virtual set whimsically takes you through the cabin, the forest and even to S-Mart in an adventure that can only be described as the “ultimate virtual experience in grueling terror.” This limited run, Vegas engagement will play October 2-27 nightly at 8 p.m. (dark Mondays & Tuesdays).  Tickets start at $30 for general seating and $35 for exclusive ‘Splatter Zone’ tickets (hint – you WILL be covered in fake blood) and available now online at www.thespacelv.com and www.evildeadtickets.com.

“Evil Dead The Musical HD” takes all the elements of the cult classic films “The Evil Dead,” “Evil Dead 2,” and “Army of Darkness” and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.  Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to music.  The songs in the show are completely off the wall as well. Titles like “All the Men in My Life Keep Getting Killed by Candarian Demons” and “What the F**k Was That?” has had audiences rolling in their seats, and screaming for more and more blood.  You don’t need to be a fan of “Evil Dead” to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you.  Is it scary?  No!  Is it gory?  No.  This is a pure comedy start to finish.  It has fun with the horror genre, and in doing so appeals to a wider audience than you could ever imagine.  Plus it’s the only show with a ‘Splatter Zone’ – a section of the audience that gets covered in fake blood.  And with this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, “Evil Dead The Musical HD” is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.

While the “Evil Dead” films are the definition of cult movies, as a stage show, “Evil Dead The Musical HD” has become a cult sensation of its own.  The show played Off-Broadway in New York, has broken records in Toronto, has won awards in Korea, launched three North American tours, and has had over 200 productions mounted across the globe.  Critics rave about it, with everyone from “The New York Times” to “Maxim” giving it top marks.  And because this show appeals to both the fans of the films (of which there’s still tons), and the new audience who loves it purely as a stage show, theatres who put on the production are blown away by the audience response.  “Evil Dead The Musical HD” is truly the grooviest show you will ever experience.

ABOUT THE PRODUCERS:
Roshi Entertainment is the inventor of the “movie musical,” a concept that creates the emotion and feeling of watching a movie unfold unpredictably in front of your very eyes. Roshi focuses on quality entertainment, interactive experiences for audience members, and virtual sets, with seamless transitions from one scene to the next. Simply put, if our audiences are having fun, WE are having fun. We are proud to work with The Space on our inaugural showing of Evil Dead The Musical HD, and hope you enjoy!

ABOUT THE SPACE:
The Space, the brainchild of Las Vegas entertainer and philanthropist Mark Shunock and Vegas’ new community-driven, charity-based arts complex, is a haven for all arts and artists in Las Vegas and designed to accommodate a wide variety of events including the award-winning Mondays Dark, plays, musicals, intimate concerts, readings, workshops of all kinds, ancillary fundraising events, parties and photo shoots. Featuring state-of-the-art technology and a convenient location with ample parking, The Space offers featured charities additional community space and multi-level sponsorship opportunities to local businesses. Furthermore, The Space offers a variety of kid-friendly productions and youth programs like “Kids in the Space,” which offers classes and workshops to the youth in Las Vegas.  The arts complex features a 3,000 sq. ft. raw performance space, a black box theater, two rehearsal studios, podcast/recording studio, and a vintage piano bar and lounge.  For more information on The Space, please visit www.thespacelv.com, like on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSpaceLV, or follow on Instagram and Twitter @TheSpaceLV.

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Mondays Dark Turns Five with Blowout Celebration on Monday, Dec. 17!

 

CELEBRATION, CHEERS AND CHARITY AT
THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF MONDAYS DARK

Philanthropist and Entertainer Mark Shunock Leads End of Year Celebration on Monday, December 17 at The Joint!  More than 40 Charities in one Venue!

 

Break out the champagne, raise a glass and toast Las Vegas’ Philanthropic Event of the Year, Mondays Dark, as they celebrate their 5th Anniversary on Monday, Dec. 17 at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas!

 

Mondays Dark begins at 8 p.m. with doors at 7 p.m. $20 and $40 reserved tickets are available now online at www.MondaysDark.com. Tickets are extremely limited, so get them before they’re gone.

 

Guests can enjoy a stellar night of entertainment from Vegas’ top entertainers and bid on luxurious live & silent auction items including art, show and concert tickets, dining packages, spa treatments, jewelry, and more.

 

The 2018 charity partners included White Horse Youth Ranch, St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Miracle Flights, Baby’s Bounty, Tyler Robinson Foundation, HELP of Southern Nevada, New Vista, Positively Arts Foundation, Speedway Children’s Charities, Forgotten Not Gone, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, Sin Sity Sisters, Leaders in Training (LIT), Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada, Alzheimer’s Association, Officer Down, Adam’s Place, Yellow Pants Project, Children’s Heart Foundation, and Las Vegas Firefighter Youth Hockey.

 

The lineup of entertainers for the event will be announced soon. Mondays Dark will announce the 2019 charity lineup at the anniversary event, with another 21 local charities in store, that’s 42 local organizations under one roof. 2019 will is be a monumental year for Mondays Dark, as the event surpass the $1 million raised for Las Vegas non-profits.

 

Founder Mark Shunock, will once again host the Mondays Dark celebration he began back in 2013 while starring in the hit Broadway musical, “Rock of Ages.”  During his time here, Shunock wanted to give back to Vegas and support local charities in the area.  Enlisting some of his entertainer friends, Mondays Dark was born.  Five years in, Mondays Dark has been named “Best of the City” from Vegas Seven in 2014 and “Best of Vegas” from Las Vegas Weekly the following year.  In addition, Shunock received the 2014 Angel Award for Cultural Advocate/Entertainer of the Year and recently won Best Philanthropist from “Best of Las Vegas” and the Las Vegas Review Journal and the Impact Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals Las Vegas Chapter for Mondays Dark.

 

Shunock opened The Space, a community-driven arts complex that is the haven of all arts and artists in Las Vegas and is the permanent home to Mondays Dark. During its first two years, The Space has hosted a variety of locally-produced plays and musicals, 21 Mondays Dark events, theater workshops, community gatherings, private parties, concerts by top entertainers, burlesque, comedy showcases and so much more. A few familiar faces seen onstage thus far include Vegas headliner Penn Jillette, award-winning performer John Lloyd Young, Tony-Award winner Alice Ripley, and FX comedy series “Baskets” star and comedian Louie Anderson.

 

Currently, Shunock can be seen as the MC in “Magic Mike Live” and the in-arena host for the Vegas Golden Knights.

 

ABOUT MONDAYS DARK AND THE SPACE:
As Las Vegas’ premier entertainment community and the city’s most anticipated fundraising event, Mondays Dark was founded in November 2013 by entertainer and philanthropist Mark Shunock.  Shunock’s goal was to provide the community a sizzling mix of entertainment, music and comedy while supporting local charities such as Opportunity Village, Nevada SPCA, Orion Cancer Foundation, Keep Memory Alive, AFAN Aid for Aids of Nevada, and Habitat for Humanity to name a few.  Since its launch, Mondays Dark has raised more than $800,000 for Las Vegas charities, one event at a time, one ticket at a time. With the opening of The Space, Mondays Dark opens the doors to a wide variety of additional community outreach to Las Vegas; from local productions to children’s workshops, from targeted fundraisers to Mondays Dark events, and from fashion shows to weddings. For additional information on Mondays Dark, including updates on The Space, programming and charitable events, please visit www.MondaysDark.com or www.thespacelv.com. Connect via Instagram @MondaysDark, Twitter @Mondays_Dark or Facebook at www.facebook.com/MondaysDarkLasVegas. Mondays Dark is a 501(c)3 organization.

 

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Mondays Dark Turns Five! Dec. 17 Party Celebrates 2018 Charities, Announces 2019 Charities — MD will raise $1 Million in 2019 for Nonprofits

 

Mondays Dark Turns Five!
December 17
Party celebrates 2018 beneficiaries, announces 2019 charities
 Mondays Dark to hit $1 million raised for charity next year

 

It’s time for cheers, charity and fun for the fifth anniversary celebration of Mondays Dark, the twice-monthly celebrity-driven variety show benefitting local nonprofit organizations. With 42 charities under one roof, the anniversary party has become one of the largest philanthropic events of the year. It happens Monday, Dec. 17 at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

 

Guests will enjoy a stellar night with some of Las Vegas’ top entertainers who will be announced in the coming weeks. Festivities also will include a live and silent auction with art, show and concert tickets, dining packages, spa treatments, jewelry and other great prizes, and the reveal of the 21 Mondays Dark beneficiaries for 2019.

 

“I can’t believe Mondays Dark is five years old. I love our year-end celebration which brings all of our partners together as well as our new ones for next year ‒ 42 local groups celebrating each other under one roof.  It’s a cool party,” said Mark Shunock, entertainer and philanthropist who founded Mondays Dark. “In 2019, we’ll hit the $1 million mark in funds raised, and this is something our team is extremely proud of.”

 

The Mondays Dark 2018 lineup included: WHY Ranch/White Horse Youth Ranch Foundation, St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Miracle Flights, Baby’s Bounty, Tyler Robinson Foundation, HELP of Southern Nevada, New Vista, Positively Arts Foundation, Speedway Children’s Charities, Forgotten Not Gone, Cure 4 the Kids Foundation, Sin City Sisters of the Perpetual Indulgence, Leaders in Training, Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada,  Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter, Officer Down, Adam’s Place, Yellow Pants Project, Children’s Heart Foundation, and Las Vegas Firefighter Youth Hockey.

 

Doors for the Mondays Dark fifth anniversary party open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20, $30 and $40 per person. There are also seven VIP Box Suites available at $1,500 for 12 people including food and cocktails. The Hard Rock is located at 4455 Paradise Rd. Tickets are available at www.MondaysDark.com.

 

Shunock developed the idea to give back to the community and support local charities with Mondays Dark in 2013 when he was starring in the hit Broadway musical, “Rock of Ages.” He enlisted some of his entertainment friends to help, and Mondays Dark was born. The popularity and reach of the fundraisers has continued to grow with charities and performers eager to be involved. By year’s end, 80 nonprofits will have been helped.

 

Mondays Dark was named “Best of the City” from Vegas Seven in 2014 and “Best of Vegas” from Las Vegas Weekly the following year. In addition, Shunock received the 2014 Angel Award for Cultural Advocate/Entertainer of the Year and was named Best Philanthropist from “Best of Las Vegas” and the Las Vegas Review Journal and the Impact Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals Las Vegas Chapter for Mondays Dark.

 

About Mondays Dark and The Space
Mondays Dark was founded in November 2013 by entertainer and philanthropist Mark Shunock, who currently can be seen as the emcee for “Magic Mike Live” and the in-arena host for the Vegas Golden Knights. He wanted to provide the community with a sizzling mix of entertainment, music and comedy while supporting the many charities in Southern Nevada. To date, the 501(c)3 organization has raised more than $800,000 for local nonprofits, one event at a time, one ticket at a time. With the opening of The Space arts complex in 2016 by Shunock, Mondays Dark found a permanent home and opened the door to a wide variety of additional community outreach to Las Vegas – from local productions to children’s workshops, from targeted fundraisers to Mondays Dark events, and from fashion shows to weddings. Quickly earning a reputation for hip and intimate experiences, The Space features a 3,000-square-foot raw performance space, black box theater, two rehearsal studios, podcast/recording studio, and a vintage piano bar and lounge. It is located at 3460 Cavaretta Court off of Polaris Ave. just north of Harmon Ave. For additional information on Mondays Dark, including updates on The Space, programming and charitable events, visit www.MondaysDark.com or www.TheSpaceLV.com or connect via Instagram @MondaysDark, Twitter @Mondays_Dark or Facebook at www.facebook.com/MondaysDarkLasVegas.

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KENDRA SCOTT CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF LAS VEGAS STORE WITH THE CAST OF MAGIC MIKE LIVE ON SATURDAY, JUNE 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

KENDRA SCOTT CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF LAS VEGAS STORE WITH THE CAST OF MAGIC MIKE LIVE ON SATURDAY, JUNE 2

Proceeds from the weekend to benefit Mondays Dark

 

 On Saturday, June 2, leading fashion accessory brand, Kendra Scott will celebrate the first anniversary of its Las Vegas Store located inside the Fashion Show Mall with cast members from the hit Las Vegas show Magic Mike Live. In celebration of the milestone, Kendra Scott will host an in-store event in partnership with Mondays Dark, a locally based variety show founded by Mark Shunock that donates 100% of its proceeds to local charities. Guests that spend $100 or more at Kendra Scott or donate $20 directly to Mondays Dark will have the opportunity to take a photo with cast members from Las Vegas’ “hottest show,” Magic Mike Live. 20 percent of proceeds from June 2 will benefit Mondays Dark.

 

In addition to photos and fun, the day will feature shopping, philanthropy and a lineup of alcohol-infused Sin City cupcakes along with an in-store raffle where lucky winners will receive a pair of tickets to see Magic Mike Live at the Hard Rock Hotel.  Throughout the weekend (June 1-3, 2018), if patrons go in-store or call and mention Mondays Dark, 20 percent of those proceeds will also go back to the charity. For more information, please visit MondaysDark.com.

 

 

ABOUT KENDRA SCOTT

Kendra Scott is a leading fashion accessories brand inspired by the personal experiences, travel, and sense of community of its CEO and designer, Kendra Scott. Sold at premiere retailers including Selfridges (UK), Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and over 600 specialty boutiques worldwide, the brand boasts a thriving web business and numerous namesake stores across the country. Kendra Scott is known for its kaleidoscope of beautiful accessories as well as the innovative and customizable Color Bar™ experience. As the brand continues to grow, the company remains true to its founding philosophy of “Family, Fashion, Philanthropy.”

 

ABOUT MAGIC MIKE LIVE LAS VEGAS

Hailed as “the modern strip show we deserve” by USA Today, declared “the most-buzzed-about new production” in Las Vegas by the Las Vegas Review-Journal and celebrated as “the show that has everything you could ever want” by Glamour UK, MAGIC MIKE LIVE LAS VEGAS is an all-new, first-class entertainment experience based on the hit films Magic Mike and Magic Mike XXL. Serving as “the cure to the common male revue” (Las Vegas Sun), the show recreates the mythic Club Domina as a cabaret nightclub space inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino that has been fully redesigned to capture the magnetism of the Magic Mike franchise.  The state-of-the-art venue is designed with the capabilities to house a show that features 13 of the hottest and most talented men in the country performing in front of, behind, above and all around the audience.  Conceived by Channing Tatum and co-directed by Tatum and film franchise choreographers Alison Faulk and Teresa Espinosa, the show features sexy and daring themed dance and strip routines punctuated by one of a kind acts from a wildly diverse cast of performers.  MAGIC MIKE LIVE LAS VEGAS is a sizzling 360 degree dance and acrobatic strip tease spectacular guaranteed to bring on the heat.

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The Venetian and The Palazzo, Powered by Sands Cares, Make a $25,000 Donation to ‘Mondays Dark’

 

THE VENETIAN AND THE PALAZZO, POWERED BY SANDS CARES, MAKE A $25,000 DONATION TO ‘MONDAYS DARK’

 

Sands Cares, the global corporate citizenship program of The Venetian, The Palazzo and Las Vegas Sands Corp., is donating $25,000 to help fund the operating costs of local philanthropic organization, Mondays Dark.

Twice a month, Mondays Dark gathers an eclectic cast of guests, including stars from Hollywood and the Las Vegas Strip, musical acts, comedians, athletes, and the occasional celebrity chef, for 90 minutes of conversation, entertainment, and plenty of laughs – with a mission is to raise $10,000 per performance for a rotating roster of Las Vegas charities. The $20 variety show has become one of the hottest tickets in town and the list of charities waiting to partner with Mondays Dark continues to grow. Since 2013, the ongoing program has partnered with more than 50 local charities, raising more than $500,000.

“By helping to fund their operating costs, we can ensure that 100 percent of funds raised at each performance can go to Las Vegas charities,” said Stephanie Stanton, director of Sands Cares. “Through this donation, we want to help Mondays Dark run with virtually no expenses.”

The donation will be ceremoniously presented by the cast of “BAZ – A Musical Mash Up” at an upcoming show.

“When I moved to Vegas to open Rock of Ages, The Venetian was essentially my home for three years. I had the time of my life performing there and became great friends with many who work there,” said Mark Shunock, founder of Mondays Dark and The Space. “It’s an honor to have Sands Cares recognize Mondays Dark and the work we are doing in the community. To have them on our team is something I don’t take lightly. It means the world to me and I’m so grateful for their support.”

Las Vegas Sands Corp. has a deep and longstanding commitment to giving back to not only our community, but integrates philanthropic work worldwide with the help of priceless donations, such as countless hours of Team Member volunteerism, and in-kind support.

“Not only does this donation support the Las Vegas arts community, it also a nonprofit that is ‘paying it forward’ by fundraising for other nonprofits,” continued Stanton. “This is a great example of an organization that has found a way to serve multiple audiences and is a win/win for everybody.”

Upcoming partner charities include St. Jude’s Ranch for Children and Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (February); Miracle Flights and Baby’s Bounty (March); Tyler Robinson Foundation and HELP of Southern Nevada (April); and New Vista and Positively Arts Foundation (May).

Sands Cares also donated theatre and staging equipment to help the organization create The Space, a Las Vegas community-driven charity-based arts complex, and home to Mondays Dark.

 

 

ABOUT MONDAYS DARK AND THE SPACE:
As Las Vegas’ premier entertainment community and the city’s most anticipated fundraising event, Mondays Dark was founded in November 2013 by entertainer and philanthropist Mark Shunock.  Shunock’s goal was to provide the community a sizzling mix of entertainment, music and comedy while supporting local charities such as Opportunity Village, Nevada SPCA, Orion Cancer Foundation, Keep Memory Alive, AFAN Aid for Aids of Nevada, and Habitat for Humanity to name a few.  Since its launch, Mondays Dark has raised more than $500,000 for Las Vegas charities, one event at a time, one ticket at a time. With the opening of The Space, Mondays Dark opens the doors to a wide variety of additional community outreach to Las Vegas; from local productions to children’s workshops, from targeted fundraisers to Mondays Dark events, and from fashion shows to weddings. For additional information on Mondays Dark, including updates on The Space, programming and charitable events, please visit www.MondaysDark.com or www.thespacelv.com. Connect via Instagram @MondaysDark, Twitter @Mondays_Dark or Facebook at www.facebook.com/MondaysDarkLasVegas. Mondays Dark is a 501(c)3 organization.
ABOUT SANDS CARES
Las Vegas Sands has a deep and longstanding commitment to giving back. Sands Cares, integrates philanthropic work worldwide, including financial giving, Team Member volunteerism, and in-kind support. The ultimate goal for Sands Cares is to build on the company’s legacy of making an impact in the areas cared about most – the people and those working in the hospitality industry, the communities team members call home, and the planet share.
About The Venetian® and The Palazzo® Las Vegas
Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, The Venetian Las Vegas features all-suite accommodations, exquisite restaurants and world-class entertainment and shopping. The luxury resort offers elegant suites, including standard suites that are nearly double the size of the average Las Vegas hotel room. The Venetian is home to restaurants from celebrated chefs including Wolfgang Puck, Thomas Keller, Emeril Lagasse, Lorena Garcia and Buddy “Cake Boss” Valastro. The resort also features Canyon Ranch SpaClub; a five-acre pool and garden deck; TAO nightclub; the Grand Canal Shoppes retail and dining mecca; a 120,000-square-foot casino and poker room.
Conveniently connected to The Venetian, The Palazzo Las Vegas offers an alluring and elegant resort experience for those seeking a luxurious escape in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.  Guests enjoy chic all-suite accommodations, world-class shopping, including a flagship Barneys New York, and lavish dining experiences from renowned chefs Emeril Lagasse and Wolfgang Puck.   Soaring lobbies and atriums open to exclusive resort amenities, including The Aquatic Club, Grand Canal Shoppes and Canyon Ranch SpaClub. The resort features more than 2.25 million square feet of meeting and convention space, including the Venetian and Palazzo Congress Center and the famed Sands Expo Convention Center.
For more information, visit venetian.com or palazzo.com. The Palazzo Las Vegas and The Venetian Las Vegas are properties of global integrated resorts developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).
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Andre’s Bistro & Bar to Launch “Family Meal,” Late Night Dinner Series

ANDRE’S BISTRO & BAR TO LAUNCH LATE NIGHT DINNER SERIES,  
“FAMILY MEAL,” STARTING TUESDAY, JUNE 13

 Andre’s Bistro & Bar invites Las Vegas night owls, as well as local food and beverage industry professionals, for the restaurant’s first installment of the brand-new “Family Meal” dinner series. This late-night dinner, served family-style, was designed specifically to be enjoyed by those who work late—and also love a great meal after everyone else has gone home. The first dinner will take place on Tuesday, June 13, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

For the inaugural Family Meal, Andre’s Executive Chef Marty Lopez will team up with Guest Chef Khai Vu, owner, District One and Le Pho Vietnamese Kitchen. From this delectable collaboration, guests can expect to savor Andre’s signature blend of French and American cuisine enhanced with Vietnamese influences. The evening’s nightlife vibe will be presented by Jason Davis, with Moët Hennessy sponsoring beverages. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Mondays Dark, a Las Vegas-based organization that brings the together entertainers and influencers to raise money for charity.

The menu will feature:

Duck Confit Feuille de Brick
Orange and White Balsamic Agrodolce

Le Pho Summer Roll
Grilled Pork, Thai Basil and Peanuts

Crispy Salt and Pepper Frog Legs
Schezwan Peppercorn and Cilantro

Beef Cheek “Pot au Pho”
Braised Beef Cheeks, Rice Noodle, Pho Broth with Cloves, Star Anise and 5 Spice

Oven Roasted Whole Golden Trout
Cha Cac – La Vong Style with Turmeric, Onions and Northern Spices

Fried Haricot Verts, XO Sauce
Sautéed Bok Choy with Ginger Meunier

Whole Roasted Suckling Pig
Three Day Brine, Pickled Papaya and Spicy Hoisin

The price per person of $40 per person includes one sponsored drink from Moët Hennessy (tax and gratuity not included); $4 from each dinner sold will be donated to Mondays Dark.

For reservations or more information, click here or call (702) 798-7151. Additional dates and guest chefs will be announced later this summer.

ABOUT ANDRE’S BISTRO & BAR
Andre’s Bistro & Bar blends French Bistro and American Tavern cuisine in an casual neighborhood setting. Owned and operated by the dining and nightlife group, Stacked Hospitality, the location returns Andre’s to its roots by becoming his first neighborhood restaurant opening since the debut of his eponymous, groundbreaking restaurant in 1980 in Downtown Las Vegas. Created as an homage to award-winning chef and restaurateur André Rochat, the restaurant preserves the high standards he set while connecting with a brand-new generation of food lovers. Andre’s Bistro & Bar is located at 6115 S. Fort Apache Rd., Suite 112 and open daily for lunch from Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Happy Hour from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and dinner served from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Sunday and Monday through Thursday) and 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Friday and Saturday) and weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Find on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@AndresBistroBar). To book a table via OpenTable.com, click here.

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Mark Shunock Announces Special Mondays Dark One Year Anniversary Event At The Joint Inside Hard Rock Hotel

Mondays Dark

Mark Shunock Announces Special Mondays Dark One Year Anniversary
Event
At The Joint Inside Hard Rock Hotel

Twenty Four Charities. One Night To Give Back.

Join us as we celebrate our first year of giving back and announce our 2015 lineup of
charities!

Monday, December 15 at 7 pm

Mark Shunock is proud to announce an unprecedented fundraising event, benefiting 13 local charities in one night. The special anniversary edition of his monthly philanthropic variety show Mondays Dark will feature representatives from an unparalleled 24 local charities under one roof for the highly-anticipated evening on Monday, Dec. 15 at 7 pm inside The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

 

“In thinking about what to do for our first anniversary, we really wanted to go big,” stated Shunock. “I thought it would be amazing to invite all of our charity partners back again to celebrate this remarkable year of Mondays Dark, and offer them yet another chance to raise some money in the process. And, while we are at it, we are going to announce our charity partners for 2015, making this the first time we celebrate 24 local Vegas charities under one roof.”

 

Back to benefit from the December Anniversary Reunion Event of Mondays Dark will be representatives from the following organizations: AFAN: Aid for AIDS of Nevada, The Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation, The Healing Curve, His Love Street Nevada, The Miracle League, Neurofibromatosis Network, NSPCA, Opportunity Village, The Rudy Foundation, Safe House, Saint Therese Center, SHINE, and Vegas Shepherd Rescue. 100% of the proceeds from all ticket sales for this event will be split evenly amongst its beneficiaries.

 

Every month since November 2013, Shunock has gathered an eclectic cast of guests including stars from Hollywood, the Strip, musical acts, athletes and celebrity chefs for 90 minutes of performance, fundraising- and a lot of laughs. Mondays Dark partners with a different Las Vegas-based charity to raise money each month for that charity, between ticket sales and silent auction items. It has recently been recognized as a “Best of Las Vegas” pick in both Las Vegas Weekly and Vegas Seven magazines, and Mr. Shunock recently received Greenspun Media’s Angel Award for Humanitarian/Entertainer of the Year.  The full clebrity lineup for December’s anniversary show is yet to be announced.

 

General admission tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door; with VIP tables available for $50, which includes a VIP after party in Vinyl.  Tickets for December’s special edition of Mondays Dark may be purchased by visiting www.MondaysDark.com. For more information please call 702-485-1262. Follow us on Twitter @Mondays_Dark.  Participating talent and more details will be announced soon and corporate sponsorship opportunities are also available.  Please contact Mondays Dark directly at 702-485-1262.

About Mark Shunock:
A native of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada, Mark is a former member of the Canadian Hockey League.   After his hockey days ended, he spent almost 10 years living in New York City performing on Americas premiere stages.   He is currently starring in the smash hit ROCK OF AGES playing at the Venetian/Palazzo in Las Vegas.  He is the creator/producer of MONDAYS DARK, a monthly variety show in Vegas where 100% of all ticket proceeds go to a local Vegas charity and features Headliners from all shows on the strip. Twitter:@MarkShunock  www.markshunock.com

About The Joint:
The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas is a 4,500-person capacity venue that serves as a sophisticated, intimate and unparalleled entertainment destination.  The Joint features seven Luxury Suites, a VIP Studio Level, state-of-the-art sound system, superior video system and a production package tailor-made for artist comfort.  It has received numerous accolades including “Best Concert Venue” in Las Vegas Review – Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” awards 2010 – 2013, “Best Music Venue” in 2012 and 2013 Las Vegas Weekly Awards, “No. 1 Hottest Club in America” award by Billboard Magazine in 2011 and 2013, “Best Live Music Venue in Las Vegas” by MetroWize.com in 2011, “Best New Major Concert Venue” at the 2010 Pollstar Awards, and “Best Live Music Venue” in AOL City’s Best 2010 awards.  The Joint delivers unforgettable live music experiences with performances by both legendary and ground-breaking artists including Paul McCartney, the Killers, Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney, Nine Inch Nails, The Who, Imagine Dragons, Prince, Arcade Fire, Muse, Drake and No Doubt. The venue created the successful concept of rock ‘n’ roll residencies with Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits, MötleyCrüe in Sin City, MötleyCrüe invites you to an Intimate Evening in Hell, Guns N’ Roses Appetite for Democracy, Guns N’ Roses – An Evening of Destruction. No Trickery! and Def Leppard VIVA Hysteria! as well as Tiësto In Concert featuring electronic DJ and producer Tiësto.

 

About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino:
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is Las Vegas’ off-strip playground, just minutes and less than three miles from McCarran International Airport. The premier destination entertainment resort is owned by Brookfield Real Estate Finance Fund II and managed by WG-Harmon, LLC, a subsidiary of Warner Gaming, LLC. Built in 1995, the property completed a $750 million expansion in 2010. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers an energetic entertainment and gaming experience with the services and amenities associated with a boutique luxury resort hotel. The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Foo Fighters, Carlos Santana, Mötley Crüe and Guns N’ Roses have all performed. Features of the property include an 11-story Casino Tower with 640 guest rooms, 17-story Paradise Tower with 490 rooms and suites, and the HRH All-Suite Tower with 359 suites, eight spa villas and seven penthouse suites; 72,000 square feet of casino space featuring Peacock High-Limit gaming and Asian gaming amenities; 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space; more than $4 million in rare music memorabilia; Body English Nightclub; Reliquary Water Sanctuary, Spa & Salon; 4.5 acres of tropical pool paradise housing world-famous pool parties REHAB Saturdays and Sundays and RELAX Mondays; live music/entertainment venues The Joint and Vinyl; Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.; restaurants Culinary Dropout, Nobu, The Ainsworth, 35 Steaks + Martinis, Pink Taco, Mr. Lucky’s Café and 福Fú; a fitness center; and trendsetting retailers John Varvatos, Affliction, Love Jones and Rocks The Jewelers. For room availability and additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit hardrockhotel.com. Follow Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

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Mark Shunock Announces September Edition of “Mondays Dark” to Benefit Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation With Special Show Called “GONE COUNTRY” Featuring Nashville Star Andy Ross, Jon Hall and Troy Burgess of Rock of Ages, Travis Cloer of Jersey Boys…

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Mark Shunock Announces September Edition of “Mondays Dark” to Benefit Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation With Special Show Called “GONE COUNTRY” Featuring Nashville Star Andy Ross, Jon Hall and Troy Burgess of Rock of Ages, Travis Cloer of Jersey Boys, Felice Garcia and Ben Hale of Million Dollar Quartet and others to be announced at Vinyl Inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

 Monday, September 15th, at 8:30 pm

 

Las Vegas, NV Aug.4th 2014,  – Mark Shunock is proud to announce that the September edition of “Mondays Dark” will take place on Monday, September 15th, 2014 at 8:30 p.m. at Vinyl inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.  Following the success of last month’s Soul Fundafied night, 100 percent of the ticket proceeds from the September show will benefit the Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation and will feature Country Star Andy Ross, ROA and former Glee cast member Jon Hall, Travis Cloer of Jersey Boys, Ben Hale and Felice Garcia of Million Dollar Quartet, the magic of Jason Andrews, Lori Legacy and others to be announced with the evening titled “GONE COUNTRY”.

 

“Last month’s SOUL/FUNK night was a huge success and this month’s COUNTRY Themed show shouldn’t be missed,” says Shunock, who plays Lonny in the hit “Rock of Ages” at the Venetian. “The support of the community and the performers here in Las Vegas has truly inspired me to take ‘Mondays Dark’ to a new level each month so that we can continue to raise much needed funds for local charities.”

 

Every month Shunock gathers an eclectic cast of guests including stars from Hollywood, the Strip, musical acts, athletes and celebrity chefs for 90 minutes of chat, entertainment – and a lot of laughs. “Mondays Dark” partners with a different Las Vegas-based charity to raise money each month for that charity, between ticket sales and silent auction items. Previous charities to benefit from Mondays Dark include Opportunity Village and AFAN (AID FOR AID of NEVADA), Nevada SPCA and the St. Therese Center HIV Outreach, The Shine Family Foundation, and The Miracle League of LV.

 

Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door, and can be purchased by visiting www.MondaysDark.com and are limited to 300 tickets per event. For more information please call 702-485-1262. Follow us on Twitter @Mondays_Dark.  To donate silent auction items please call 702-485-1262.

 

 

 

 

About Mark Shunock:

A native of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada, Mark is a former member of the Canadian Hockey League.   After his hockey days ended, he spent almost 10 years living in New York City performing on Americas premiere stages.   He was recently seen playing Timon in DISNEY’S THE LION KING, for which he earned a Helen Hayes Nomination for Best Supporting Actor.  He is currently starring in the smash hit ROCK OF AGES playing at the Venetian/Palazzo in Las Vegas.  He is the creator/producer of MONDAYS DARK, a monthly variety show in Vegas where 100% of all ticket proceeds go to a local Vegas charity and features Headliners from all shows on the strip. Twitter:@MarkShunock  www.markshunock.com

 

 

About Vinyl:

Vinyl is Hard Rock Hotel’s most intimate live entertainment venue. Emanating a speakeasy atmosphere, Vinyl features an industrial look and feel with Chicago-common brick and cinderblock, distressed wood floors and an exposed, sky-high ceiling. Fans can check out new and upcoming talent performing rock, metal, jazz, blues, and even stand-up comedy and country. For tickets and information please call (702) 693-5882. Follow Vinyl on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

 

 

About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino:
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is Las Vegas’ off-strip playground, just minutes and less than three miles from McCarran International Airport. The premier destination entertainment resort is owned by Brookfield Real Estate Finance Fund II and managed by WG-Harmon, LLC, a subsidiary of Warner Gaming, LLC. Built in 1995, the property completed a $750 million expansion in 2010. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers an energetic entertainment and gaming experience with the services and amenities associated with a boutique luxury resort hotel. The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Foo Fighters, Carlos Santana, Mötley Crüe and Guns N’ Roses have all performed. Features of the property include an 11-story Casino Tower with 640 guest rooms, 17-story Paradise Tower with 490 rooms and suites, and the HRH All-Suite Tower with 359 suites, eight spa villas and seven penthouse suites; 72,000 square feet of casino space featuring Peacock High-Limit gaming and Asian gaming amenities; 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space; more than $4 million in rare music memorabilia; Body English Nightclub; Reliquary Water Sanctuary, Spa & Salon; 4.5 acres of tropical pool paradise housing world-famous pool parties REHAB Saturdays and Sundays and RELAX Mondays; live music/entertainment venues The Joint and Vinyl; Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.; restaurants Culinary Dropout, Nobu, The Ainsworth, 35 Steaks + Martinis, Pink Taco, Mr. Lucky’s Café and 福Fú; a fitness center; and trendsetting retailers John Varvatos, Affliction, Love Jones and Rocks The Jewelers. For room availability and additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit hardrockhotel.com. Follow Hard Rock Hotel & Casino onFacebook,TwitterandInstagramfor the latest news and updates.

 

 

About DOUGLAS J. GREEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION:

The Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation is an all volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The foundation is dedicated to providing comfort and support to service members and their families through sending thoughtful and useful care packages during their deployments and planning exciting and memorable experiences for service members to look forward to once they return home.

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Mark Shunock Announces August Edition of “Mondays Dark” to Benefit HIS LOVE STREET with Special Show Called “SOUL FUNKDAFIED” Featuring Earl Turner, Clint Holmes, Skye Dee Miles, Chadwick Johnson & More at Vinyl inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

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Mark Shunock Announces August Edition of “Mondays Dark” to Benefit
HIS LOVE STREET With Special Show Called “SOUL FUNKDAFIED” Featuring Earl Turner, Clint Holmes, Skye Dee Miles, Chadwick Johnson & More
at Vinyl Inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Monday, August 18th, at 8:30 pm

Mark Shunock is proud to announce that the August edition of “Mondays Dark” will take place on Monday, August 18th, 2014 at 8:30 p.m. at Vinyl inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.  Following the success of last month’s CLASSIC VEGAS night, 100 percent of the ticket proceeds from the August show will benefit HIS LOVE STREET and will feature Earl Turner, Clint Holmes, Chadwick Johnson, Skye Dee Miles, Mary Wilson, LV Tenors, Lisa Mack and others to be announced with the evening titled “Soul Funkdafied”.

 

“Last month’s Classic Vegas night was a huge success and this month’s Soul/Funk Themed show shouldn’t be missed,” says Shunock, who plays Lonny in the hit “Rock of Ages” at the Venetian. “The support of the community and the performers here in Las Vegas has truly inspired me to take ‘Mondays Dark’ to a new level each month so that we can continue to raise much needed funds for local charities.”

 

Every month Shunock gathers an eclectic cast of guests including stars from Hollywood, the Strip, musical acts, athletes and celebrity chefs for 90 minutes of chat, entertainment – and a lot of laughs. “Mondays Dark” partners with a different Las Vegas-based charity to raise money each month for that charity, between ticket sales and silent auction items. Previous charities to benefit from Mondays Dark include Opportunity Village and AFAN (AID FOR AID of NEVADA), Nevada SPCA and the St. Therese Center HIV Outreach, The Shine Family Foundation, and The Miracle League of LV.

 

Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door, and can be purchased by visiting www.MondaysDark.com and are limited to 300 tickets per event. For more information please call 702-485-1262. Follow us on Twitter @Mondays_Dark.  To donate silent auction items please call 702-485-1262.

 

About Mark Shunock:

A native of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada, Mark is a former member of the Canadian Hockey League.   After his hockey days ended, he spent almost 10 years living in New York City performing on Americas premiere stages.   He was recently seen playing Timon in DISNEY’S THE LION KING, for which he earned a Helen Hayes Nomination for Best Supporting Actor.  He is currently starring in the smash hit ROCK OF AGES playing at the Venetian/Palazzo in Las Vegas.  He is the creator/producer of MONDAYS DARK, a monthly variety show in Vegas where 100% of all proceeds go to local Vegas charity and features Headliners from all shows on the strip. Twitter:@MarkShunock  www.markshunock.com

 

About Vinyl:

Vinyl is Hard Rock Hotel’s most intimate live entertainment venue. Emanating a speakeasy atmosphere, Vinyl features an industrial look and feel with Chicago-common brick and cinderblock, distressed wood floors and an exposed, sky-high ceiling. Fans can check out new and upcoming talent performing rock, metal, jazz, blues, and even stand-up comedy and country. For tickets and information please call (702) 693-5882. Follow Vinyl on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

 

About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino:
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is Las Vegas’ off-strip playground, just minutes and less than three miles from McCarran International Airport. The premier destination entertainment resort is owned by Brookfield Real Estate Finance Fund II and managed by WG-Harmon, LLC, a subsidiary of Warner Gaming, LLC. Built in 1995, the property completed a $750 million expansion in 2010. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers an energetic entertainment and gaming experience with the services and amenities associated with a boutique luxury resort hotel. The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Foo Fighters, Carlos Santana, Mötley Crüe and Guns N’ Roses have all performed. Features of the property include an 11-story Casino Tower with 640 guest rooms, 17-story Paradise Tower with 490 rooms and suites, and the HRH All-Suite Tower with 359 suites, eight spa villas and seven penthouse suites; 72,000 square feet of casino space featuring Peacock High-Limit gaming and Asian gaming amenities; 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space; more than $4 million in rare music memorabilia; Body English Nightclub; Reliquary Water Sanctuary, Spa & Salon; 4.5 acres of tropical pool paradise housing world-famous pool parties REHAB Saturdays and Sundays and RELAX Mondays; live music/entertainment venues The Joint and Vinyl; Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.; restaurants Culinary Dropout, Nobu, The Ainsworth, 35 Steaks + Martinis, Pink Taco, Mr. Lucky’s Café and 福Fú; a fitness center; and trendsetting retailers John Varvatos, Affliction, Love Jones and Rocks The Jewelers. For room availability and additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit hardrockhotel.com. Follow Hard Rock Hotel & Casino onFacebook,TwitterandInstagramfor the latest news and updates.

 

About SAFE HOUSE:

Where Abuse Ends and Healing Begins S.A.F.E. House was established in 1994 as a grassroots effort, by a group of community leaders concerned about the needs of abused women and their children.Today, through an undisclosed residency, support, advocacy, counseling and community education, the organization provides a comprehensive approach to working with survivors of domestic violence from all over Southern Nevada. S.A.F.E. House focuses on each individual and the unique needs of that person to support and provide tools to ensure safety and independence from an abusive and/or violent life. Last year S.A.F.E. House provided multiple services to over 4,000 people. S.A.F.E House has a simple value: Everyone has the right to live in a safe and supportive environment free from abuse and violence.

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Mark Shunock Announces June Edition of “Mondays Dark” to Benefit Rudy Foundation with Special Showcase, “Mama Rocks A Million Boys” Featuring The Strip’s Four Resident Broadway Shows at Vinyl inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

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Mark Shunock Announces June Edition of “Mondays Dark” to Benefit
Rudy Foundation with Special Showcase, “Mama Rocks A Million Boys” Featuring The Strip’s Four Resident Broadway Shows at Vinyl inside
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Monday, June 16th at 8:30 p.m.

Mark Shunock is proud to announce that the June showcase of Mondays Dark will take place on Monday, June 16 at 8:30 p.m. at Vinyl inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.  Following the success of last month’s “Boy Band Night,” 100 percent of the ticket proceeds from the June showcase will benefit Rudy Foundation, and will feature the music of Tony-nominated musicals in an electrifying evening, “Mama Rocks A Million Boys,” showcasing energetic scene favorites from the four celebrated Las Vegas Broadway musicals:  Mamma Mia!, Rock of Ages, Million Dollar Quartet, and Jersey Boys.

“Last month’s ‘Boy Band Night’ was a blast, and this month’s Broadway-themed show shouldn’t be missed, especially with the Tony Awards coming up very soon,” says Shunock, who plays Lonny in the hit Rock of Ages at The Venetian. “The support of the community and the performers here in Las Vegas has truly inspired me to take ‘Mondays Dark’ to a new level each month so that we can continue to raise much needed funds for local charities.”

Every month, Shunock gathers an eclectic cast of guests including stars from Hollywood, the Strip, musical acts, athletes and celebrity chefs for 90 minutes of chat, entertainment – and a lot of laughs. Mondays Dark partners with a different Las Vegas-based charity to raise money each month for that charity through ticket sales and silent auction items.

This month, “Mondays Dark” will partner with recent Best of Henderson honoree Rudy Foundation, a 501©(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities by bringing people together, providing scholarship opportunities in the areas of education, sports, and the performing arts, and making a positive impact on the lives of others.

“It’s an honor to be selected as the charity of choice for Mondays Dark,” says Cheryl Ruettiger, co-founder and executive director of Rudy Foundation. “Mark and Rudy Foundation have a common goal of empowering the youth of Las Vegas through the performing arts in ways that bring our community together.”

Rudy Foundation was inspired by the story of Daniel ‘Rudy’ Ruettiger, a Las Vegas local who grew up in a small town with the dream of playing football at Notre Dame University. Against all obstacles, from low grades and financial hardship to his 5’6” stature, Ruettiger’s spirit and determination persevered, allowing him to be an instrumental force in his team’s win against Georgia Tech. The story of his triumph was told in the 1993 blockbuster film, Rudy, starring Sean Astin.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by visiting www.MondaysDark.com and are limited to 200 tickets per event. For more information please call 702-485-1262. Follow us on Twitter @Mondays_Dark.  To donate silent auction items please call 702-485-1262.

About Mark Shunock:
Mark Shunock’s acclaimed career has spanned from theatre, film, television and, even the hockey arena. A native of Sault Ste. Marie, Canada, after a brief stint with the Canadian Hockey League, Mark knew his passion was not in the hockey arena but, on the stage.  Following his hockey career, Mark headed to the USA and studied at the American Academy for the Dramatic Arts, which led to numerous productions performing in various regional theaters in and around New York City. Following his success on stage Mark was cast in a small, independent feature film and headed to Hollywood. Though success was following Mark in Los Angeles, a year later the excitement of New York brought Mark back to the Big  Apple where he landed the role of “Timon,” in the national tour of “The Lion King.” For more than   two years Mark performed the role in over 30 cities across the United States and even garnered a Helen Hayes Award nomination for “Best Supporting Actor” in 2009.  Additional theatrical credits include “As Is,” “Jersey Shoresical: A Frickin’ Rock Opera,” “The Temperamentals,” Altar Boyz,” “Miss Saigon,” “The Awesome 80s Prom,” and “The Skin of Our Teeth,” among others.  Mark most recently won critical acclaim for his portrayal of “Lonny” in “Rock of Ages,” which is currently thrilling audiences at the Venetian in Las Vegas.   Follow Mark on Twitter @MarkShunock.

About Rudy Foundation:
Rudy Foundation is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities by bringing people together, providing scholarship opportunities in the areas of education, sports, and the performing arts, and making a positive impact on the lives of others. Its subsidiary, Rudy International Motivational Speakers Ltd. was honored for the 2014 Best of Henderson Award in the Trade Show Arrangement category by the Henderson Award Program. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/RudyFoundation.

About Vinyl:
Vinyl is Hard Rock Hotel’s most intimate live entertainment venue. Emanating a speakeasy atmosphere, Vinyl
features an industrial look and feel with Chicago-common brick and cinderblock, distressed wood floors and an
exposed, sky-high ceiling. Fans can check out new and upcoming talent performing rock, metal, jazz, blues,
and even stand-up comedy and country. For tickets and information please call (702) 693-5882. Follow Vinyl
on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino:
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is Las Vegas’ off-strip playground, just minutes and less than three miles from McCarran International Airport. The premier destination entertainment resort is owned by Brookfield Real Estate Finance Fund II and managed by WG-Harmon, LLC, a subsidiary of Warner Gaming, LLC. Built in 1995, the property completed a $750 million expansion in 2010. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers an energetic entertainment and gaming experience with the services and amenities associated with a boutique luxury resort hotel. The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Foo Fighters, Carlos Santana, Mötley Crüe and Guns N’ Roses have all performed. Features of the property include an 11-story Casino Tower with 640 guest rooms, 17-story Paradise Tower with 490 rooms and suites, and the HRH All-Suite Tower with 359 suites, eight spa villas and seven penthouse suites; 72,000 square feet of casino space featuring Peacock High-Limit gaming and Asian gaming amenities; 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space; more than $4 million in rare music memorabilia; Body English Nightclub; Reliquary Water Sanctuary, Spa & Salon; 4.5 acres of tropical pool paradise housing world-famous pool parties REHAB Saturdays and Sundays and RELAX Mondays; live music/entertainment venues The Joint and Vinyl; Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.; restaurants Culinary Dropout, Nobu, The Ainsworth, 35 Steaks + Martinis, Pink Taco, Mr. Lucky’s Café and 福Fú; a fitness center; and trendsetting retailers John Varvatos, Affliction, Love Jones and Rocks The Jewelers. For room availability and additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit hardrockhotel.com. Follow Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Updated Entertainment / Nightlife Schedule

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Updated Entertainment / NIGHTLIFE Schedule

Vinyl
JUST ADDED
Empire Records, All 90s Experience – Jan. 31
Smashing Alice – Feb. 2
Rock ‘n’ Shave to benefit St. Baldrick’s Foundation featuring Sin City Sinners – March 1
Graveyard – April 21

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UPDATED
2014 AVN Awards Show official after party hosted by Asa Akira, Chanel Preston, Samantha Saint, Kaylani Lei, Jessica Drake and Stormy Daniels with sounds by DJ Presto One – Jan. 18

ENTERTAINMENT

THE JOINT
A state-of-the-art sound system delivers an unforgettable live music experience to the intimate 4,000 capacity venue. The Joint offers seven VIP Luxury Suites and a prestigious VIP Level. A superior video system and more versatile stage enhances any production — creating an experience that surpasses all expectations and makes The Joint the most dynamic, sophisticated, and authentic venue in Las Vegas.
Shows at The Joint can be purchased at the Hard Rock Hotel Box Office, online at www.hardrockhotel.com, ticketmaster.com or charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000. For groups of 12 or more call 702.693.5220 or email groupsales@hrhvegas.com.

 

2014 AVN Awards Show *this weekend*                                                                                                                                                      Saturday, Jan. 18 at 9 p.m.

Ticket start at $175                                                                                                                                                                                        On sale now  

The AVN Awards Show is the adult industry’s biggest night. With a stylish red carpet pre-show and lavish star-studded ceremony, AVN celebrates outstanding achievements in the business of pleasure. The AVN Awards Show takes place each January, during the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo in Las Vegas, and is attended by everyone who is anyone in the adult industry. Dubbed “The Oscars of Adult” by Entertainment Weekly, the AVN Awards is a must-attend, must-see event, featuring the hottest stars from adult and mainstream pop culture.

 

Lion Fight 13                                                                                                                                                                                                   Friday, Feb. 7 at 5 p.m.

Tickets start at $29                                                                                                                                                                                        On sale now

Mixed Martial Arts fighters go head-to-head in the ring.

 

Queens of the Stone Age with special guest Chelsea Wolfe                                                                                                                         Thursday, Feb. 13 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $39.50                                                                                                                                                                                   On sale now

Rockers Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA) will be bringing their “Like Clockwork” tour to The Joint on Thursday, Feb. 13.

Like Clockwork received three GRAMMY nominations including “Best Rock Album;” “Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical;” and “Best Rock Performance” for the album’s song “My God Is The Sun.” In addition, the album was named No. 6 Best Album of 2013 by Rolling Stone; the No. 8 Album of 2013 by Amazon; the No. 18 Album of 2013 by the Chicago Tribune; the No. 1 Album of 2013 by Crave; the No. 8 Album of 2013 by Newsday; the No. 1 Album of 2013 by Noisecreep; and the No. 9 Best Pop Singles of 2013 by the Washington Post.

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2 Chainz with special guests Pusha T, August Alsina and Vince Staples                                                                                                     Saturday, Feb. 22 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $44.50                                                                                                                                                                                   On sale now

Platinum-selling, GRAMMY-nominated recording artist 2 Chainz kicks off 2014 by bringing his explosive, high voltage live show on the road with a national, multi-city U.S. solo tour. The “2 Good To Be T.R.U. Tour” will feature Pusha-T, August Alsina and Vince Staples as support acts at The Joint on Saturday, Feb. 22.

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Pixies with special guest Best Coast                                                                                                                                                             Sunday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $42                                                                                                                                                                                        On sale now

Fortified with sold-out U.S. club shows and UK/European tour, Pixies has added a 33-city, coast-to-coast North American leg to its world tour. The band with special guest Best Coast will play at The Joint on Sunday, Feb. 23.

 

Pixies, composed of guitarist and vocalist Black Francis, guitarist Joey Santiago, drummer David Lovering, and touring bassist Kim Shattuck, are on the road in support of the band’s first collection of new music in more than 20 years. This tour will feature a brand new stage set and production and will give the band an opportunity to not only debut brand new songs, but to offer the most wide-ranging concert set lists in its career.

 

Jim Jefferies                                                                                                                                                                                                   Saturday, May 31 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $42.50                                                                                                                                                                                   On sale now

Actor, writer, producer and comedian Jim Jefferies brings his first full North American tour, “Day Streaming,” to The Joint on Saturday, May 31.

 

Jefferies is the creator and star of “Legit,” an original comedy series, which returns to FXX for a second season on Jan. 8. In “Legit,” Jefferies portrays a heightened version of himself as a comedian from Australia who realizes there’s more to life (and his career) than the rock and roll lifestyle of stand-up comedy. Prior to “Legit,” Jefferies appeared on numerous TV shows in England including Channel 4’s “The History of Offensive Humor,” BBC1’s “Heaven and Earth,” and ITV2’s “Comedy Cults.” U.S. audiences got their first taste of Jefferies when he appeared on HBO’s “Down and Dirty with Jim Norton,” which in turn lead to his critically acclaimed and international hit, one-hour HBO special, “I Swear to God.” He followed that up with a Showtime special titled “Alchoholocaust” and “Fully Functional” on the EPIX network.

VINYL

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino embraces its roots and presents its intimate live music venue, Vinyl. Vinyl delivers the iconic rock ‘n’ roll Hard Rock Hotel is known for as well as genres including jazz, blues, pop and even country. The multi-functional room not only brings celebrities up-close-and-personal with their biggest fans but it also allows up-and-coming bands to come within arm’s reach of their loyal supporters and capture the interest of new ones.
Tickets for Vinyl can be purchased at the Hard Rock Hotel Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations, Ticketmaster.com or charge by phone at 800.745.3000. Dates and times are subject to change. For more information, visit www.hardrockhotel.com.

Empire Records, All 90s Experience *just added*                                                                                                                                        Friday, Jan. 31 at 11 p.m.

FREE

Empire Records brings its 90s covers to Vinyl, playing artists such as Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Green Day, Sublime and more.

 

Smashing Alice *just added*                                                                                                                                                                         Sunday, Feb. 2 immediately following the Super Bowl

FREE

Smashing Alice plays its modern and hard rock covers at Vinyl. The Las Vegas cover band is known for its fast paced rock ‘n’ roll shows.

 

Rock ‘n’ Shave to benefit St. Baldrick’s Foundation featuring Sin City Sinners *just added*                                                                     Saturday, March 1 at 11 a.m.

Donations are accepted

Vinyl is teaming up with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation to hold Rock ‘n’ Shave, a fundraiser to help raise awareness for childhood cancer. The event will feature live performances by Sin City Sinners throughout the day. The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a volunteer-driven charity that funds more grants for childhood cancer research grants than any organization except the U.S. government. The venue is encouraging patrons to come on property to shave their heads, volunteer, donate and be part of the excitement. Guests can register and make donations online at www.stbaldricks.org/events/HardRockVinyl.

 

Graveyard *just added*                                                                                                                                                                                Monday, April 21 at 8 p.m.

Tickets – $15                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale Friday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m.

Hard rock band Graveyard is known for bringing all that is right with rock and roll back to life from the dark haze of “Blue Soul” to the rocking trip of “Submarine Blues.”

 

Yellowcard with special guest What’s Eating Gilbert *this weekend*                                                                                                        Sunday, Jan. 19 at 8 p.m.

Tickets – $22                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

The punk-inspired rock band Yellowcard hit the music scene with its single “Ocean Avenue” in 2003 when the song was certified double platinum. The band recently returned from a brief hiatus and continues to be a crowd favorite by performing new and older hits.

 

Mondays Dark with Mark Shunock                                                                                                                                                                Monday, Jan. 20 at 8:30 p.m.

Tickets – $23                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

ROCK OF AGES star Mark Shunock hosts a night of entertainment, music and comedy inside Vinyl to benefit the Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Special guests include Melody Sweets of ABSINTHE; Scott Nevins of Bravo’s “The People’s Couch;” Las Vegas headliners and FOX’s “American Idol” finalists Jasmine Trias and Benjamin Stone; Travis Cloer of JERSEY BOYS; Cheaza of PEEPSHOW; Brandon Nix and Jason Oles of ROCK OF AGES; TV, film and Broadway star Adrian Zmed; the cast of Evil Dead: The Musical; and the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET.

 

Phil Stendek                                                                                                                                                                                                    Friday, Jan. 24 at 10 p.m.

FREE

One-man band and local artist Phil Stendek turns up the noise at Vinyl with his extreme talent of looping together guitar, drums, keyboard and more.

 

Metalachi                                                                                                                                                                                                        Saturday, Jan. 25 at 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 15 & Saturday, March 15 at 11:30 p.m.

FREE

Metalachi is the world’s first and only heavy metal mariachi band known for playing traditional mariachi instruments while covering Gun N’ Roses, Ozzy Osbourne and more.

 

RESIDENT SHOW

Andrew Dice Clay                                                                                                                                                                                           Jan. 30 – 31; Feb. 1, 13, 15 – 16

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        March 6, 8 – 9, 13, 15 – 16, 26 – 27, 29 at 9 p.m.

Tickets start at $54                                                                                                                                                                                        On sale now 

Vinyl welcomes America’s rock ‘n’ roll comedy legend Andrew Dice Clay for a one-of-a-kind residency. Perfect for Sin City, the groundbreaking comedian and actor will thrill audiences with fresh, timely material highlighted by his signature shocking jokes and controversial topics. Must be 18 years of age or older to attend.

 

Mayer Hawthorne with special guest Quadron                                                                                                                                             Saturday, Feb. 8 at 9 p.m.

Tickets – $20                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

Mayer Hawthorne started making music for his friends and family before being discovered by Stones Throw Records where he released his hit songs “Just Ain’t Gonna Work Out” and “When I Said Goodbye.” The eclectic DJ and producer has toured with Bruno Mars, Foster the People, Erykah Badu, Janelle Monáe and the late Amy Winehouse.

 

New Politics with special guests Magic Man and Sleeper Agent                                                                                                                 Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m.

Tickets – $15                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

Indie rock band New Politics head to Vinyl for a night of punk, pop and electronically induced dance rock.

 

SnoCore Tour featuring The Pretty Reckless, The Letter Black and Crobot                                                                                                Friday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m.

Tickets start at $23                                                                                                                                                                                        On sale now

After a brief hiatus, SnoCore Tour hits the road again with headlining band The Pretty Reckless with special guests The Letter Black and Crobot. Concertgoers can purchase a Band VIP package ($50) that includes a meet and greet with The Pretty Reckless as well as an autographed poster.

 

Sharon Corr                                                                                                                                                                                                    Saturday, March 1 at 10 p.m.

Tickets – $22                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

Sharon Corr is an Irish singer, songwriter, musician and TV personality who is best known for co-founding the pop-rock band The Corrs.

 

Death Angel                                                                                                                                                                                                    Tuesday, March 4 at 8 p.m.

Tickets – $16                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

Death Angel combines serious guitar crunch and speed with technical expertise, creating complex thrash metal filled with time changes and tricky arrangements.

 

London Grammar                                                                                                                                                                                            Saturday, March 22 at 9 p.m.

Tickets – $15                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

British trip hop trio London Grammar brings its blend of ambient, ethereal and classical sounds with melancholy guitar, soaring vocals and plaintive lyrics to Vinyl.

 

Reverend Horton Heat with special guests T.S.O.L. and Deke Dickerson                                                                                                    Friday, March 28 at 8:30 p.m.

Tickets – $25                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

Psychobilly trio Reverend Horton Heat creates crazy rock shows. The band mixes several music genres including country, surf, punk, big band, swing and more.

 

Bombay Bicycle Club                                                                                                                                                                                      Sunday, April 13 at 9 p.m.

Tickets – $20                                                                                                                                                                                                  On sale now

English indie rock band Bombay Bicycle Club brings its melodic, guitar-driven hits to Vinyl.

 

Tiger Army                                                                                                                                                                                                      Friday, April 18 – Saturday, April 19 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $27.50                                                                                                                                                                                   On sale now

Tiger Army is a Southern California trio known for its blend of punk, rockabilly and dark elements that created the psychobilly genre.

 

NIGHTLIFE

BODY ENGLISH NIGHTCLUB & AFTERHOURS
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino continues its history of introducing underground artists and trendsetting genres to the scene with Body English Nightclub & Afterhours, showcasing indie, electronic, rock and pop music. Guests enter the exclusive hideaway from the grand staircase where they are entertained and intrigued by an eclectic staff. The space features two distinct rooms adorned with lavish leathers, vintage chandeliers and rich dark woods while the private Parlor plays host to Las Vegas’ most talked about soirees. Body English Nightclub & Afterhours is open Friday through Sunday, beginning at 10:30 p.m. Cover charge is $20 for ladies and $30 for men. Locals are free on Sundays and receive $10 off on Friday and Saturday. For table and VIP booth reservations, call 702.693.5555.

 

Jan. 16
AVN Naughty Circus hosted by Bailey Blue, Bonnie Rotten, Samantha Bentley, Remy Lacroix and Jayden James *this weekend*

 

Jan. 17
2nd Annual Adult Star White Party *this weekend*

 

Jan. 24
USA Sevens Rugby’s Ms. USA Sevens Competition with Blackout Artist featuring Derrick Anthony

 

Jan. 25
USA Sevens Rugby’s Sport Your Jersey Night with signed memorabilia giveaways and sounds by DJ Presto One and DJ Spair

 

Jan. 26
USA Sevens Rugby’s Parade of Champions

 

Jan. 31
Blackout Artist featuring DJ Que

 

Feb. 1
DJ Presto One and DJ Whoo Kid

 

Feb. 7
DJs From Mars

 

Feb. 8
DJ Presto One

 

Feb. 14
Blackout Artist featuring DJ Que

 

Feb. 15
Richard Beynon and DJ Presto One

 

Feb. 21
Blackout Artist featuring DJ Karma

 

Feb. 28
Blackout Artist featuring Derrick Anthony

 

VANITY NIGHTCLUB
Vanity Nightclub is open for private events and special parties. No general admission tickets will be sold prior to doors opening on the night of the event. AVN badge holders will receive priority entry. Cover charge starts at $20 for ladies and $30 for men and are subject to change. For table and VIP booth reservations, call 702.693.5555.

 

Jan. 18

2014 AVN Awards Show official after party hosted by Asa Akira, Chanel Preston, Samantha Saint, Kaylani Lei, Jessica Drake and Stormy Daniels with sounds by DJ Presto One *updated / this weekend*     

About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is Las Vegas’ off-strip playground, just minutes and less than three miles from McCarran International Airport. The premier destination entertainment resort is owned by Brookfield Real Estate Finance Fund II and managed by WG-Harmon, LLC, a subsidiary of Warner Gaming, LLC.  Built in 1995, the property completed a $750 million expansion in 2010. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers an energetic entertainment and gaming experience with the services and amenities associated with a boutique luxury resort hotel. The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Foo Fighters, Carlos Santana, Mötley Crüe and Guns N’ Roses have all performed.  Features of the property include an 11-story Casino Tower with 640 guest rooms, 17-story Paradise Tower with 490 rooms and suites and the all-suite HRH Tower with 359 suites, eight spa villas and seven penthouse suites; 72,000 square feet of casino space featuring Peacock High-Limit gaming and Asian gaming amenities; 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space; more than $4 million in rare music memorabilia; Body English Nightclub & Afterhours; Reliquary Water Sanctuary, Spa & Salon; 4.5 acres of tropical pool paradise housing world-famous pool parties REHAB Sunday and RELAX Monday; live music/entertainment venues The Joint and Vinyl; Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.; restaurants Culinary Dropout, Nobu, The Ainsworth, 35 Steaks + Martinis, Pink Taco, Mr. Lucky’s Café and 福Fú; a state-of-the-art fitness center and trendsetting retailers John Varvatos, Affliction, Love Jones, Rocks The Jewelers and Rock Paper Photo. For room availability and additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit hardrockhotel.com. Follow Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

 

About AEG Live
AEG Live, the live-entertainment division of Los Angeles-based AEG, is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performance.  AEG Live is comprised of touring, festival, exhibition, broadcast, merchandise and special event divisions, fifteen regional offices and owns, operates or exclusively books thirty-five state-of-the-art venues.  The current and recent concert tour roster includes artists such as Taylor Swift, The Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Usher, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry, Justin Bieber, Leonard Cohen, Wisin & Yandel, Kenny Chesney, P!nk, Enrique Iglesias and Paul McCartney.  The company is also currently producing residency shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas including Celine Dion, Rod Stewart and Shania Twain and is the exclusive promoter at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. AEG’s exhibition portfolio boasts the most successful exhibition of all time, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, which has attracted more than 8 million visitors since 2005. AEG Live is also the largest producer of music festivals in North America from the critically acclaimed Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival to Stagecoach Country Music Festival and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. www.aeglive.com