John Katsilometes
Story Archive
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Wait! Someone else had the rid-us-of-Angel idea first
Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Giving credit where it is due, CityLife called for Angel's removal from "Believe" in December.
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Cirque, Vegas no longer need Criss Angel's ready-shoot-aim act
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 Criss Angel has done little more than tarnish the Cirque du Soleil brand and create negative publicity for Cirque and Vegas.
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For a night, the new place is Paul McCartney's Joint
Monday, April 20, 2009 Nearly 67 years old and in no need to prove anything, Paul McCartney nonetheless cut loose for 2 1/2 hours before an adoring sellout crowd at The Joint.
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The Killers rock us in raucous opening of new Joint at Hard Rock Hotel
Saturday, April 18, 2009 A packed house of 4,000 rocked to The Killers on a night when the local band made some Vegas history.
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Pinball Hall of Fame owner wants to ring Elton John's bell
Thursday, April 16, 2009 "I'll meet him in the air-conditioned confines of Cobo Arena," is the challenge Tim Arnold is making to Elton John.
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Thirty for 30: What to know about Liberace on landmark anniversary
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 Liberace's $50,000-a-week salary at the Riviera is pretty good money, even today.
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Still out of Joint: Goodman seeks summit with Obama to 'set the record straight'
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 After a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included Carlos Santana, Mayor Oscar Goodman said he'd like to sit down with President Obama, who "owes it to us" to clarify comments the president made about Vegas in February.
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Mitchell: 'New' Beatles music long overdue
Monday, April 13, 2009 Dennis Mitchell was doing some digital remastering of his own when he learned that The Beatles were reissuing their entire catalog digitally remastered.
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A quick peek at the grown-up fun in 'Peepshow'
Sunday, April 12, 2009 One audience member is brought onstage, only to find himself strapped to a bed and painted pink.
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Revisiting Rebel baseball: Game's a rout, but the night is cool
Saturday, April 11, 2009 You hear the name "Babitt" at a UNLV-San Diego State game, and you have to wonder, is this kid Shooty Babitt's son?
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For Masters, Nevada Ballet Theatre displaying some fancy footwork
Wednesday, April 8, 2009 With some tickets cut to $10 for a performance that includes one of the great dancers of her generation, Nevada Ballet Theatre is attempting to reach new fans -- and regain some confidence.
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Old Media vs. New Media: Strange bedfellows, indeed
Monday, April 6, 2009 LandlineTV.com has some fun with this documentary-style clip on how Old Media types are interacting with members of New Media.
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Vegas in a Rush: Air Supply and Frankie Moreno meet the L.V. Phil, boosted by Elvis (and a fight)
Sunday, April 5, 2009 Graham Russell of Air Supply sang the Stones' "Honky Tonk Woman," and that was just the start during a wild night in downtown Vegas.
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Live from the L.V. Hilton, where the Spartans rule (and cover)
Saturday, April 4, 2009 Most of the late money at the L.V. Hilton Superbook for today's Final Four came in on UConn, which was upset by Michigan State.
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At 83, Hefner remains a study in smart sensuality
Friday, April 3, 2009 Hugh Hefner celebrates his 83rd birthday in style this weekend, surrounded by beautiful women at the Palms.
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A story of a buffet, a back scratch and a famous house guest
Thursday, April 2, 2009 Who is this scratching my back as I hit the buffet at "Tony 'n' Tina's Wedding?" Hint: It's one of O.J.'s old friends.
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Santana and The Joint: A (super)natural match
Wednesday, April 1, 2009 There were artists with more "wow" appeal to be considered for the new Joint, but few as iconic and dependable as Carlos Santana.
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A list of those who won't take up residency at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel
Tuesday, March 31, 2009 A working list of acts that won't play the new Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel includes David Hasselhoff and an all-female '80s metal band.
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News from the big top: Tireless ringleader Snider returning with 'Circus'
Monday, March 30, 2009 Dee Snider of Twisted Sister injected his own brand of energy into an already lively performance of "Monster Circus" at the L.V. Hilton.
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Live Blog: Historic Folies Bergere closes the curtain at the Tropicana
Sunday, March 29, 2009 With feathered friends gathering for the last tie, "Folies Bergere" closed tonight after 49 years at the Tropicana.
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A different sort of folly production in downtown Vegas
Saturday, March 28, 2009 Always add 15 minutes to any visit downtown, or you might end up losing a parking ticket and missing Gordie Brown.
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With twin Mayor Goodmans, Tussauds makes it a double
Friday, March 27, 2009 Mayor Oscar Goodman was measured more than 200 times six months ago so his likeness could join Elvis, the Rat Pack and The Wayner at Madame Tussauds.
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From Styx to Celine and in between, Colosseum box office manager wields the acts
Thursday, March 26, 2009 A lost Styx ticket at a state fair in Minnesota has helped Bruce Bielenberg keep his perspective as the ticketing gatekeeper at The Colossuem at Caesars Palace.
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Newton-pilot-MGM Grand suit is pure Las Vegas drama
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 What is clear is that Wayne Newton’s former pilot is due a lot of money. But how will he be paid?
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Rickles affront and center in return to Vegas
Sunday, March 22, 2009 Don Rickles left no ethnicity, sexual orientation or physical malady unscathed during his performance at The Orleans.
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With betting on the fly, M Resort is the new Stardust
Saturday, March 21, 2009 "Everything can go through the handheld," says Anthony Marnell III, who is speaking of course about sports betting.
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Wranglers come of age with adult-themed promotion
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 The team that staged “Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich Prison Uniform Night” in January is hosting "Over 18 Night" on Tuesday, so leave the children at home.
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It's Jackson's game to lose; McCartney seven-second claim "overzealous"
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 As Michael Jackson's ticket sales pique the interest of concert promoter AEG Live, claims that Paul McCartney sold 4,000 seats in seven seconds have been rebuked by an exec from that company.
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A mayor, a leprechaun, and St. Patrick's Day is complete
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Mayor Goodman presented the key to the city to a professional leprechaun, marking a very Vegas St. Patrick's Day.
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Barbs of Carolyn Goodman keep mayoral roast simmering
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Forgetting his audience, Mayor Oscar Goodman told his wife he thought President Obama's comments about Las Vegas were "outrageous."
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New life, new civilizations coming to Neonopolis' star-crossed galaxy
Monday, March 16, 2009 In 2003, the Neonopolis was underpopulated and losing tenants by the dozen. Now, thanks to developer Rohit Joshi, the entertainment complex is finally experiencing the first signs of a long-awaited revival.
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Cue Club transmission: A wet stamp, but free WiFi
Monday, March 16, 2009 Why I am at the Cue Club is not important. I've got a stained hand, but am in suitable working conditions.
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King of Clubs to focus on Gentiles, Palomino Club
Sunday, March 15, 2009 Dominic, Adam and Michelle Gentile -- and the Palomino Club -- are the stars of Playboy TV's "King of Clubs," which has been shooting at the club over the past two weeks and wraps in April.
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In its first month, M Resort hits the "over"
Friday, March 13, 2009 Anthony Marnell III's plans for the first week of M Resort did not include a nearly unmanageable crush of customers immediately following the hotel's opening party.
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The Kats Report: Mandalay Bay's Hornbuckle is nuts -- for The Lion King
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Mandalay Bay was home to the successful "Mamma Mia!," and hotel President Bill Hornbuckle is confident that The Lion King will curl up and enjoy a long stay ...
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Some shear evidence that Vegas knows how to give
Monday, March 9, 2009 The St. Baldrick's event at McMullan's is expected to raise about $200,000, a tidy sum after a night of bald giving.
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ABC Siegfried & Roy special a revealing look at both legends
Monday, March 9, 2009 Roy Horn talked of the fulfillment he felt while working with white tigers, even as he related the inherent dangers, during Friday's 20/20 special centering on Siegfried & Roy.
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Guest wag Star shares her pants and raves
Saturday, March 7, 2009 Star the puppy has been hitting the scene hard ever since she was purchased for Alicia Jacobs by Nigel Lythgoe.
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Jackson-to-Vegas rumors were really off the wall
Thursday, March 5, 2009 Michael Jackson was rumored to be partnering with Steve Wynn, until Wynn energetically put that concept to rest.
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Knocking out a few numbers with The Wayner
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 Last night's Wayne Newton show followed its usual form, except for all those couples canoodling.
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Paris Hilton, a one-woman Las Vegas stimulus package
Tuesday, March 3, 2009 Paris Hilton arrived in Las Vegas, in earnest, in 2001. She's shown no signs of abating.
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Chuck and Barbara Trickle recall the promise of young Chris
Sunday, March 1, 2009 Chuck and Barbara Trickle still carry memories of their slain son, Chris, close to their hearts.
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Inside the gala, part 4: The spirit of Siegfried & Roy
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 "Ladies and gentlemen, the spirit of Siegfried & Roy has arrived."
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Inside the gala, part 3: And then there were 43
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 Christian Kolberg has asked anyone willing to give $1,000 to stand. The room tops at 43.
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Inside the gala, part 2: Do I have $250,000 for ...
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 It's auction madness inside the Keep Memory Alive "Power of Love" gala, where a Rolls Royce and quality time with celebs are trading hands for some serious cash.
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Inside the gala, part 1: Big bucks, celebs and body paint at 'Power of Love'
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 OK, kids, this is the first transmission from the Keep Memory Alive "Power of Love" gala at the Bellagio. Forecast includes celebrity sightings, big dollar donations and white tigers.
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First look at clinic design made Khachaturian think
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 Dr. Zaven Khachatuian has observed thousands of brains, and when he saw Frank Gehry's original model for the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, he thought people might see a brain.
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How to find the Luxor? Ask a local ... or gaze skyward
Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 A tourist asks a Las Vegas resident for directions to the Luxor, and we are glad to help. Sort of.
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Georgie and Kats: Our big fat Greek surnames
Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 I understand what it’s like for someone to read aloud the first name —in this case, the relatively pedestrian “George”—followed with a pause and, “Stephasnuffleupagus?”
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Did light-rail deriding Jindal get lost en route to '30 Rock'?
Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009 Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal's speech last night might not have turned the page, but reminded us of one.
