Ballet120 pirouetted onto the Las Vegas arts scene in the fall of 2018, just a year before the pandemic whacked the world. Small but artistically mighty, the company is putting its fresh spin on classical dance.
Very few Las Vegas shows withstand the test of time. Of those that endure, most continue to perform while remaining relatively unchanged. But the longest-running production on the Strip has consistently re-invented itself, forever remaining hip and relevant while still embracing Sin City's golden era. That show is LEGENDS IN CONCERT.
When I walked into the Smith Center on July 14th for the media members event, I couldn’t believe it had been almost 16 months since being at my “home away from home.” I felt my heart skip a beat as I walked onto the stage where the “Heart of the Arts”® has stayed quiet with just the ghost light illuminating the stage all this time.
Patrick Hogan, UNLV master's student by day and professional performer by night, is starring at the posh Mayfair Supper Club at the Bellagio, headlining at The Vegas Room and The Nevada Room, and appearing in lime lighted gigs all over town like the Underground Speakeasy series at The Mob Museum.
Ronnie Fabre is a stage and entertainer extraordinaire known from Las Vegas to New York as the “little girl with the big voice.” She put this to the test when taking part in the show “Legends in Concert,” portraying Ethel Merman and Judy Garland at the Imperial Palace. Now, she’s back after COVID, offering virtual voice lessons.
Most entertainers put their heart and soul into a performance. But actor/singer Brent Barrett once put his life and limbs on the line for a role. While preparing for a German production of Phantom of the Opera, Barrett suffered a painful accident that resulted in a badly broken leg.
Ben Vereen's accomplishments illuminate the stage, screen, and education for the performing arts. Today, he is one of the nation’s most requested speakers among audiences of all ages.
Temma Keatan Hammond was born in Hollywood, to famous parents, and spent her childhood playing in the movie studios her parents owned. One way or another, Temma has been involved in the entertainment industry her entire life.
When just three-years-old, Alexandria Le started piano lessons. By the time she was twelve, she had pinpointed a challenging career path as an established concert pianist. And like so many all-stars, she focused all her youthful energy on that dream.
One in 5 girls is sexually abused before the age of 18—a staggering statistic. That’s why Tyler created the nonprofit Janie’s Fund in partnership with Youth Villages 5 years ago to bring much-needed awareness to this issue, and to raise funds for effective support services to help girls overcome the pain of abuse.
