March 6, 2009 VOL. 4. NO. 4

March 6, 2009 VOL. 4. NO. 4

DON’T CLOWN AROUND WITH DEE

Platinum Masters’ Monster Circus brings one of the most distinctive voices in rock to Las Vegas to perform in the inaugural Monster Circus shows at the Las Vegas Hilton. Twisted Sister front man Dee Snider will hold court March 19-21 and March 26-28. Monster Circus combines a high-octane live rock concert with sexy dancers, human circus acts, aerialists, freaks and of course, a tour bus full of platinum certified rock stars. An irreverent ringmaster along with Monster Circus’ mascot, a sinister clown, leads the audience along the 75-minute journey through the powerhouse rock andmetal anthems of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.

WE’LL BE BACK, RIGHT AFTER THIS MANILOW

Hilton headliner Barry Manilow, will receive an Honorary CLIO Award live at the 50th Anniversary CLIO Awards in Las Vegas, May 14. The CLIO Awards, one of the world’s most prestigious international advertising and design competitions, honors creative excellence and innovation in the industry. Manilow has produced some of the most famous advertising jingles of all time for companies such as State Farm, Band-Aid, Tab and Stridex. In 1976, Manilow was the recipient of two CLIO Awards for his well-known television and radio commercial jingles. He received a CLIO for Best Television/Cinema Commercial for his composition of the jingle “Stuck on Me” for Johnson & Johnson’s Band-Aid brand (Young & Rubicam, New York), as well as an award for Best International Radio Commercial for his performance in the jingle “Countdown” for Coca-Cola Company’s soft drink, Tab (McCann-Erickson, Toronto). He returns to headline at the Las Vegas Hilton March 19-21 and 26-28.

SHIMMER’S NEW NAME

Shimmer Cabaret at the Las Vegas Hilton will now be called the Shimmer Showroom. The name change will more accurately reflect the quality of entertainment offered, both now and in future shows.

HOOP TO IT

The Las Vegas Hilton will host its annual “Hoop Central” March 19-22. Basketball fans will be able to watch all the exciting Hoop Madness in the Hilton ballrooms on giant screens. There will be plenty of room (900 seats) and “Hoop Central” will offer food and drink specials, satellite betting stations, and a smoke-free environment. Admission is free! The SuperBook will also be offering a special during the first round of the tournament. With every $25 parlay card wager, fans can receive a free “Madness” shirt (while supplies last, limit of 2 per person). Shirt offer is only available in the SuperBook.

DEREMER TO THE RESCUE

Recently, a visitor to a convention at the Las Vegas Hilton became unresponsive and apparently in cardiac distress. The Clark County Fire Department (CCFD) responded, but prior to their arrival on the scene, Hilton Security Officer Dennis Deremer realized the man needed CPR. Deremer, noting no pulse or breathing from the man, immediately commenced CPR. After Deremer administered three sets of CPR compressions and rescue breathing, the guest started breathing. He was subsequently transported to a medical facility for further treatment and discharged seven days later. This wasn’t Deremer’s first rescue, but it was another example of the training that pays off when faced with a crisis.

THREE’S A TOURNAMENT

The $75,000 Lucky Shamrock Slot Tournament, March 20-21 at the Las Vegas Hilton, offers a four day-three night stay, one entry into the slot tournament and a $20,000 first-place prize. Entry fee is $799. For more information, call 1-800-457-3307.