Rockhouse Opened At New Location

The Rockhouse Bar was a longtime fixture on the sidewalk in front of the former Imperial Palace where attractive women would dance on the bar top and push 2 for 1 beer deals while shooting off water guns at the people on the sidewalk to cool them off during the summer months. The mixture of attractive women sort of dancing on the bar and beer would draw a crowd although once inside the bar it wasn't that exciting other than the occasional competitive game of beer pong. After the Rockhouse closed as part as the transformation from Imperial Palace to the Quad there were rumors for months that the bar would reappear at the Venetian and those rumors have come true as Rockhouse II which just opened on Sunday. The new location is just inside the door to the property but is still a long way from the Strip unlike its former Strip side location. It will be interesting to see how well the new Rockhouse Bar does in its new location at the Venetian the official grand opening for the bar is February 28th.

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Phantom To Close Soon

If you plan on see the Las Vegas production of ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ time is running out as the show is due to close September 5^th after a five year run at the Venetian. The huge production show with its big cast is making way for a new musical show ‘Rock of Ages’ rehearsals for which are due to start November 5th with a December 18^th opening being talked about.  The turnaround for the new show seems short but I’m sure as soon as the curtain comes down for the last time on Phantom work will begin on getting ready for the new show. If you are a fan of ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ there is still a little time to catch a performance at the Venetian but I’m sure final show tickets are going fast.

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Faith Hill & Tim Mc Graw At The "Venetian"

The long rumored Faith Hill and Tim Mc Graw residency in Las Vegas is finally going to happen after a deal has been inked with the "Venetian." Pre sale tickets for what should be a popular residency are now on sale with tickets for everyone else available starting August 13th with the first show of the residency which is being called 'Soul 2 Soul' on December 7th. At the moment the residency is Friday or Saturday nights 1 to 3 times a month through April 2013 but im sure more dates could be added if demand is brisk.

“Venetian” Gets Festive For Chinese New Year

The “Venetian” and “Palazzo” seem to be in a festive mood after the “Christmas” events at the “Venetian” which included skating on the Strip the properties are going all out for Chinese New Year. The events include a ceremonial dragon dance at 1pm on January 23^rd which is an important part of Chinese culture and symbolizes good luck and prosperity for the upcoming year. The dance will start at the “Venetian” porte cochere and then make its way through the “Palazzo” which may even make the gamblers in the casino look up at least for a moment. The dancers and musicians will be dressed in colorful elaborate costumes while playing authentic music so lots of drums most likely. The “Plazzo” atrium if you haven’t visited is a great beautiful space and during the Chinese New Year’s celebration up until February 5^th will have a 128 foot fire breathing dragon suspended above the people. On the ground of the atrium is a 8,000 pound dragon amidst the fountain which will breathe fire from January 23^rd through February 5^th at 1 and 5pm my guess is they won’t allow you to make smore’s but well sounds cool anyways. 

Phantom To Close

It has been announced that the Las Vegas production of Phantom of the Opera is scheduled to close September 2nd of this year. The fact that the show is closing isn't really that big of a surprise considering the current state of the economy. Broadway style show productions are expensive to stage and right now people are cutting back on the number of shows they see as well as looking for half price tickets; so its closure isnt realy a surprise but more surprising is that with the departure of Jersey Boys and the Blue Man Group as well as this closure the "Venetian" will be left without a big show for the moment.

Ice Skating On The Strip

Right now until January 8^th you can skate right on the strip on a synthetic ice rink right in front of the "Venetian" casino adjacent to the outdoor gondola attraction. The hours of operation are 11am daily until the last session at 10:45pm every night with each skate session of 30 minutes. The price is $14.95 per skater which includes ice skate rental although you can also pay only $9.95 if you are a Grazie club member or Las Vegas local. Children 7-12 skate when accompanied by a Grazie club member or adult with a Nevada ID with a maximum of three kids. If you are a visitor and want to get the lower price sign up for the Grazie slot club inside the "Venetian" its free and saving money is always good. Before entering the skate area all guests are required to sign a liability waiver after which they will be issued a wrist band. Guests must arrive fifth teen minutes prior to the skate session for skate fitting and guest are allowed to use their own skates although a skate sharpening may be required for an additional fee. 

"Venetian" Macao Trailer

If you are a fan of the "Venetian" resort in Las Vegas the owners Las Vegas Sands have released a video trailer of their location in Macao so now you can compare the two of them.

Seasonal Events At The "Venetian"

This holiday season at the “Venetian” they are having a series of events under the “’Winter In Venice TM’ title which includes such things as ice skating out front on the strip as well as colorful characters walking around the property. Seasonal fare such eggnog cupcakes, warm apple cider and hot chocolate is also available which would be nice to have while watching the nightly light show at the “Venetian.” In the past there was a lack of holiday events in town and it’s nice to see the “Venetian” and the “Palazzo” get in to the holiday mood.

Planned Events:

Saturday December 3^rd Rock ‘n” Roll Las Vegas Stiletto Dash

Saturday December 10^th Carnival Of Cuisine

Thursday December 22^nd Menorah Lighting Ceremony At The “Venetian”

 For more information check with the “Venetian” and the “Palazzo” the holiday events run November 21^st to January 8^th

Jordin Sparks Today At The "Venetian"

American Idol winner and Grammy nominated singer Jordin Sparks makes an appearance today out front of the "Venetian" on the strip as they kick off their 'Winter In Venice' holiday theme. The event is from 6:00 to 8:30pm and heralds the start of things such as ice skating out front of the "Venetian" as well holiday singers and a nightly light show. I'm sure this event will draw big crowds so if you are interested in getting a good spot get there early and we will have more coverage of the "Venetian's," 'Winter In Venice' theme soon including information on ice skating on the strip.

Oprah Heading To The "Venetian" Kind Of

This week after Oprah Winfrey ends her television show a wax figure of her will be added Thursday to Madame Tussaud's at the Venetian hotel. The new Oprah wax figure will be added to the "Spirit Of America" section where greats such as JFK, Martin Luther King and Marilyn Monroe are. Madame Tussauds is located out front of the "Venetian" right on the Las Vegas Strip if you want to check out the "Oprah Winfrey wax figure in person.