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Gypsy Everything's Coming Up Roses
It's the story of the quintessential stage mother, her dreams for herself and her daughters, and the daughter who dared live her own dream. One of the greatest musicals of all time, GYPSY entertains one and all at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts on February 29 - March 2.
The performance schedule for GYPSY at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts is as follows:
The performance schedule for GYPSY at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts is as follows:
• Friday, February 29, 8 p.m.
• Saturday, March 1, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
• Sunday, March 2, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Tickets go on sale January 14, at the Pioneer Center box office, which is open Monday - Friday 11 - 6 p.m., online at www.pioneercenter.com, or by phone at 1-877-840-0457. Ticket prices range from $35 to $70, and are subject to service charges. Groups of 20 or more should call (775) 686- 6600.
Based on the memoirs of entertainer Gypsy Rose Lee, GYPSY tells the story of Rose, an overbearing stage mother who is determined to make her girls the stars of vaudeville. Rose overwhelmingly favors her younger daughter, June, who headlines the act, while Louise is relegated to the chorus. Rose's attention eventually turns to her older daughter, but it is Louise herself who discovers her own talent, and becomes a bigger star than Rose ever dreamed possible. Set against the freewheeling days of vaudeville and burlesque, GYPSY explores ambition, jealousy, family relationships, and the bittersweet loss of innocence.
GYPSY was written by three virtuosos of American musical theater: Arthur Laurents (book), Jule Styne (music), and Stephen Sondheim (lyrics). The original production, starring Ethel Merman as Mama Rose and directed by Jerome Robbins, was an instant hit when it opened at the Broadway Theatre in 1959. Subsequent revivals garnered a total of three Tony Awards® and featured such talents as Angela Lansbury, Tyne Daly and Bernadette Peters in the role of Mama Rose.
GYPSY features some of the biggest songs in Broadway history, including Everything's Coming Up Roses, Rose's Turn, Some People, and Together, Wherever We Go.
Peppermill opens $400 million hotel expansion
Since opening as a small coffee shop in 1971, The Peppermill resortcasino has become synonymous with great food and customer service, and is a favorite among visitors and locals alike. After 36 years in business the Peppermill recently unveiled a $400 million expansion and features some of the largest, most lavish accommodations available in northern Nevada.
The new Tuscany tower showcases eight distinct room designs that range from 550 square feet to 2,220 square feet. Each of the new 600 rooms have plush pillow-top king size beds, two high-definition televisions, custom-made furniture, custom hand-painted art and Wi-Fi access. The European-style soaking tubs, enclosed shower with dual shower heads and marble flooring, accentuate the beauty and luxury of the Tuscan theme.
The Peppermill’s new Tuscany Ballroom features 62,000 square feet and is the largest free-span convention center in northern Nevada. The Tuscany Ballroom will host artists such as Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Howie Mandel in the upcoming months.
The new expansion also adds the 10th and newest restaurant, Biscotti’s, to the Peppermill’s culinary lineup.
The inventive menu introduces new dishes and twists on classic comfort food, and an extensive wine bar and cellar make for a memorable meal.
The expansion is continuing into 2008 with a three-story spa and salon, resort pools with Tuscan gardens, and a new steakhouse slated to open in the fall. Visit the Peppermill at www.peppermillreno.com for more information.
Forbidden Broadway Kicks Off the New Year in the Eldorado Showroom
The Eldorado Hotel Casino starts the New Year off on Broadway with the 25th Anniversary Tour of the 2006 Tony award winning show Forbidden Broadway. This side-splitting spoof takes the stage in the Eldorado Showroom from January 8 through February 17. The 25th Anniversary Tour of Forbidden Broadway will dish out the dirt on some of Broadway's biggest hits and misses. From Monty Pythons Spamalot to Disney's The Lion King, the show is a laugh-out-loud theatrical experience. The show also features parodies of recent hits including the puppets of Avenue and the witches of Wicked.
The classics don’t get away without a roast in this show, new looks at old favorites include Annie, Cats, Les Miserables,Beauty and the Beast and The Phantom of the Opera. The skits and songs in Forbidden Broadway are laugh-out-loud funny. Forbidden Broadway also highlights the familiar faces of Broadway including Julie Andrews, Judy Garland, and Bernadette Peters. National critics call the show murderous good fun and one of the funniest around.
Tickets are available from $30.95 for adults, $25.95 for seniors, $35.95 for VIP seating and $40.95 for producer seating. Dinner and show packages are available at $38.95. For more information, call Eldorado Show Reservations at 1-800-648- 5966 or (775) 786-5700 in Nevada. Visit the Eldorado online at eldoradoreno.com.
Events of Interest
• Sheep Dip at John Ascuaga's Nugget, January 11-12, 8 p.m., in the Celebrity Showroom. The 44th annual Sheep Dip and John Ascuaga's Nugget features satirical skits, silly songs and goofy dances--all aimed at local people and events. Watch local media celebrities and members of the community perform. Tickets are $35. All proceeds will go to The Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows, The Veterans Guest House, and Evelyn Mount Community Outreach.
• Etta James and the Roots Band play the Silver Legacy Resort, January 12, at 8 p.m. Multiple Grammy Awardwinning James is a blues, soul, R&B, jazz singer and songwriter. In the 1950s and 1960s, she had her biggest success as a blues and R&B singer. She is best known for her ballad “At Last,” which has been classified as a timeless classic, and has been featured in many movies and television commercials since its release. For tickets, call 1-800-879-8879. Tickets on sale run $40, $50, and $60
• Liza Minnelli takes center stage at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, January 19, in the South Shore Room. Tickets range from $85-$125. Comedian David Spade headlines the room January 20. Tickets are $60. Please call 1- 800-786-8208 or 1-800-HARRAHS (427-7247). Visit us online at www.totalrewardstahoe.com.
• Nevada Opera opens the 2008 season with Engelbert Humperdinck’s Hansel & Gretel. The performance runs February 8 and 10. Tickets are on sale now at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts.
• Free Wine Tasting with the Winemakers at the Grand Sierra Resort. 
Join us in our one of a kind wine bar for complimentary wine tasting with various Vineards and their Winemakers.
January 12 - Rombauer Vineyards
January 19 - Scott Harvey Vineyards
February 9 - V.J.B Vineyards
February 16 - Ehlers Vineyards
February 23 - Terrazas de los Andes
March 8 - Benziger Vineyards
March 15 - Raymond Vineyards
April 12 - Newton Vineyards
April 18 - Rodney Strong Vineyards
June 14 - Clos du Val
• This is a FREE event.