Las Vegas has long been synonymous with some of the world’s greatest magicians. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that when The Mirage announced its closure earlier this year, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas was quick to sign the property’s headlining magician—rising star Shin Lim—to a five-year residency inside its newly renovated venue, The Palazzo Theatre.
Together, Mayors Carolyn and Oscar Goodman shaped a legacy that will endure for generations. Their vision transformed Las Vegas into a thriving center for the arts and created a cultural heartbeat that will inspire dreamers and creators for years to come.
Could breakdancing - the newest sport of the 2024 Olympics - become the coolest and hottest addition to world-class sports in Las Vegas? As two world champion B-boy brothers, Etienne and Guillaume Carreira, forge the breaking scene in Las Vegas, the city is well on its way to becoming the international epicenter of this trailblazing sport and art form.
Las Vegas, a city synonymous with innovation and excitement, has recently become home to an extraordinary art fabrication company, Made on Mars. Founded by the dynamic duo of Marie Poliak and Kevin Bracken, alongside a talented team of creatives, this boutique studio is making waves in the local art scene and beyond.
Kevin Lepine’s “Hypnosis Unleashed” at the Four Queens Hotel & Casino is an experience beyond the typical night out on Fremont Street. Combining his sharp wit with incredible hypnotic feats, Lepine delivers a show where the audience isn’t just watching—they’re part of the action.
On Sept. 29, Harrison Entertainment Group presented the 2024 Dream Awards, honoring arts, music, communication and media legends. The grand celebration was held at the Aliante Casino Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas and was hosted by the spirited duo of Earl Turner and Kelly Clinton-Holmes.
Stepping into the Notoriety showroom on the eve of Sept. 19, the atmosphere was already electrified with live music, sparkling cocktails and spirited camaraderie. Guests were warmly welcomed to the 10th-anniversary celebration of the Vegas Icon Visionary Awards (VIVA), honoring the visual and performing arts in Las Vegas - the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”
Las Vegas has always thrived on reinvention, and who better to guide its cultural future than someone who has grown up alongside it? Jennifer Kleven, a native of Las Vegas, has been watching the city's transformation from a playground of glitz and glamour into a rich tapestry of art and culture.
When you think of downtown Las Vegas, what comes to mind? The bright lights, the buzzing atmosphere and the vibrant mix of people. Behind Neonopolis, one of the most iconic spots in this electric area, is a man who has dedicated his life to turning spaces like this into more than just functional places—they're truly magical. That man is Rohit Joshi, a visionary developer whose influence has left an indelible mark in Las Vegas and beyond.
A new era for women's basketball slam-dunked the sport's world with the WNBA draft on April 15, breaking the record for viewership—averaging 2.4 million viewers and moving up to 3 million people—for this event. After almost 30 years, the WNBA continues to break barriers of being pigeonholed as "not being as exciting as their male counterparts in the NBA" by igniting fans' enthusiasm and love for women's basketball.
