Ladies lead the way in our latest collection of upcoming shows….
This has been a banner year for female entertainers. It started strong with my WOMEN IN SONG series, and continues well into the fall. This is just a sampling of the many female-centric shows in the days and weeks ahead. So, mark your calendars and get your tickets.
MICHELLE JOHNSON – Spotlight: The Music of Icons
Jazz great Michelle Johnson was our featured performer in a March entry of WOMEN IN SONG. You can read it here. Michelle’s latest endeavor will be at Myron’s at the Smith Center on September 7th. Entitled SPOTLIGHT – The Music of Icons, it honors some of the greatest names in show business.
Ms. Johnson has collaborated with several musical legends. SPOTLIGHT will showcase their hits, including music by Sheena Easton, Gladys Knight, Streisand, McCartney, Carole King. and more.
“Enjoy the stories, the music, and the history of some of the best in the music business. Hope to see you there.” – Michelle Johnson
Tickets for Michelle Johnson: SPOTLIGHT start at $40 and can be ordered here. Showtime is 7 pm on September 7th.
SIMPLY SHIELA starring Shiela Wright
Lovely Shiela Wright was featured in our February coverage with her Valentine-themed “Still Hate Loving You.” The hard-working vocalist recently met with variety show host Mark O’Toole to discuss an upcoming appearance. And her monthly “Simply Shiela” is back at The Phoenix on September 13th.
Enjoy terrific music, great food and drinks, and a terrific atmosphere in one place. The Phoenix is located 4213 W. Sahara Avenue. Entrance and parking are free. Shiela takes to the stage beginning at 6 pm.
Marianne Phoenix and Whitney Phoenix
It’s been too long since I gave the charming Marianne and Whitney Phoenix any press. It’s time to correct that!
“Whitney and I will be on the Mark O’Toole Variety Show on October 1st. Gonna have a horn section that day, so I’m going to be doing a couple of real killer tunes and of course Whitney on the piano!” – Marianne Phoenix
I first met the Phoenixes when writing this article for Vegas Unfiltered. They continue to regularly charm audiences individually, although duo performances are a rare event. Fans can enjoy Whitney on the piano at Bellagio’s Petrossian Lounge. Host Dana Daye will welcome Marianne at The Composers Room on September 16. Showtime is from 3 pm to 6 pm in the Tavern Lounge.
Regular readers know that the Mark O’Toole Variety Show is a powerhouse of new and established talent. Mark and his team celebrated two great years in March. See our VEGAS 411 coverage here. Mark’s show performs every first and third Wednesday at 3 pm. The Phoenixes will appear on October 1st. Tickets are $20 and can be reserved here. Freedom Hall Theater is located at 2460 Hampton Rd in Henderson.
Frank Marino’s DIVAS, Drag, & Drinks – Final Performances
The career of Frank Marino has spanned four incredible decades. He’s worked with some of the biggest stars in Hollywood, his stories would fill several books, and he has graced Vegas stages from the Riviera Hotel and Orleans Casino to Imperial Palace and the Tropicana. His iconic shows include LEGENDS IN CONCERT and AN EVENING AT LA CAGE. Now Marino is saying farewell to the dresses, heels, and wigs.
The famed female impersonator has announced the final regular performances of DIVAS, DRAG, & DRINKS. Join Frank Marino and his legendary divas, including performers Sammy Gonzales, Steven Wayne and Kenneth Rex, for the grand hurrah at Virgin Hotel’s 24 Oxford. Showtimes are 7 pm on September 19 and 20, 4 pm on September 21st. Get tickets here.
Christine Shebeck – SOUNDTRACKS II: From Screen to Stage
It’s hard to pick a standout from our cornucopia of female entertainers, but this guy is biased. Christine Shebeck possesses a voice as powerful as a nuclear device. Combine that with glamour, elegance, charm, and experience…and you have one Hell of a show.
Ms. Shebeck returns to Myron’s at Smith Center for SOUNDTRACKS II, the second in her series of great songs from cinema. Christine and her longtime musical director, Bill Zappia, will fill the hall with unforgettable film tunes:
“The magic of the silver screen meets the thrill of a live musical performance in SOUNDTRACKS II. Christine Shebeck, accompanied by a bandstand full of world-class musicians, will present some of the best music from film, featuring classics from Casablanca to Purple Rain to Wicked.”
Tickets for Christine Shebeck’s SOUNDTRACKS II: From Screen to Stage start at $40 and can be ordered here. The show performs on October 1st at 7 pm.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 90 MINUTES – Rita Lim
Looking into November, the prolific Rita Lim returns to Myron’s at the Smith Center with her latest. AROUND THE WORLD IN 90 MINUTES takes the audience on a globe-hopping journey from Paris and Rio to Tokyo and NYC.
“With her signature blend of jazz, pop, and international flair, Rita pays tribute to legendary artists including The Beatles, Gino Vannelli, Gloria Estefan, Harry Belafonte, Barbra Streisand, Édith Piaf, Petula Clark, Sting, Bee Gees, Natalie Cole, Michael Franks, Carly Simon, Julie London, and more.”
Tickets for Rita Lim – AROUND THE WORLD IN 90 MINUTES start at $39.10 and can be reserved here. Showtime is 7 pm on November 20th. Myron’s at Smith Center is located at 361 Symphony Park Avenue in downtown Las Vegas.
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