Pop Icon Inaugurates Her Three-Year Vegas Run
MORE SHOW DATES IN AUGUST GO ON SALE MAY 8
LAS VEGAS, May 7 -- Showcasing her flamboyant spirit,
legendary talent and ingenious creativity, Cher launched the first of her
nearly 200 shows tonight in Las Vegas.
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The extraordinary production, aptly titled "Cher," is a high-energy,
concert-style show that features the artist's record-breaking hits,
including "If I Could Turn Back Time," "Believe" and "Strong Enough." With
her infamous rock-and-roll attitude and theatrical affinity, the show
treats guests to an intimate look back through Cher's iconic career, with
vintage footage of rarely-seen "Sonny and Cher" clips and a marvelous stage
that alters its scenery for every song and mood.
"If you thought my other shows were exciting, just wait until you see
this one," exclaimed Cher. "This show is me ... but bigger. It takes some
of my favorite elements from my touring shows and kicks them up a notch."
Designed exclusively for the 4,300-seat Colosseum at Caesars Palace,
Cher boasts the talents of choreographer and director Doriana Sanchez, who
brings Cher's vision to life using 18 dancers and aerialists,
state-of-the-art video and special effects, and ambitious set designs. Not
surprisingly, audience members can expect to be blown away by Cher's
signature breathtaking costumes, which were designed by the world-renowned
fashion icon Bob Mackie.
"We knew there was going to be a high demand for this show, but the
response has been truly overwhelming," said John Meglen, co-CEO and
president of AEG Live/Concerts West. "All of us at AEG Live thank the fans,
our partners and the city of Las Vegas for the support of this project and
congratulate Cher and her team on this well-deserved success."
"It is a true pleasure to welcome Cher back to Caesars Palace," said
Gary Selesner, president of Caesars Palace. "Over the decades, Cher and
Caesars Palace have both evolved as icons, yet remained fresh and relevant
in the public eye. The staging, the costumes, the dancers and effects,
combined with the talent and presence of the one and only Cher, make this
our latest must-see show. Joining Bette Midler, Elton John and Jerry
Seinfeld, Caesars Palace unquestionably hosts Las Vegas' best entertainment
lineup."
Tickets for performances of Cher through October are now on sale. The
pop diva has also added three additional show dates (August 6, 7,10), for
which tickets will go on sale May 8. The 90-minute show is presented at
7:30 p.m. four nights a week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
(dark Monday, Thursday and Friday). Tickets can be purchased by calling
1-866-510-CHER (2437) or online at http://www.ticketmaster.com, keyword
"Cher". Tickets may also be purchased in person at The Colosseum at Caesars
Palace Box Office open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For groups of 20 or
more, call 702-731-7208.
Ticket prices are $95, $140, $175 and $250. Visit
http://cher.aeglive.com for more information on Cher at The Colosseum at
Caesars Palace. Cher will perform approximately 200 shows over the next
three years.
AEG Live
AEG Live, the live-entertainment division of Los Angeles based AEG is
dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performance, touring
for a variety of programming and multi-media production. One of the largest
concert promotion and touring companies in the world, AEG Live is comprised
of special event, broadcast and exhibition divisions, and operates and owns
numerous state of the art venues nationwide. Recent AEG Live tours and
productions include "Celine Dion A New Day ... ," which just ended a
landmark five year run at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and "Tutankhamun
and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs," an international tour of the artifacts
of King Tut. Recent and current promoted concert tours include Justin
Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Prince, Bon Jovi, Usher, Nickelback, Kenny
Chesney, Rod Stewart, and Paul McCartney. AEG Live also co-produces the New
Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Goldenvoice, the company's southern
California-based regional promotion division, created and operates the
award winning annual Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival.
About Caesars Palace
Caesars Palace is the world's best known resort-casino, celebrating the
glory that was Greece and the grandeur that was Rome, in an 85-acre
destination location that sets the standard for entertainment, dining and
luxury. Reigning at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, Caesars Palace ranks
among the world's top luxury resorts known for their originality and beauty
and features 3,348 hotel guest rooms and suites, 25 unique restaurants and
cafes, 4.5-acre Garden of the Gods pools and gardens, 50,000 square foot
Qua Baths & Spa and 240,000 square feet of premium meeting and convention
space. The 4,300-seat Colosseum sits just steps from celebrity chef
restaurants and the acclaimed Forum Shops at Caesars and spotlights world
class entertainers such as Bette Midler, Elton John, Jerry Seinfeld and
Cher. Journalists can access media materials and request high-resolution
image downloads at http://media.harrahs.com.
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