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THE NEW YEAR BRINGS A NEW 'LEGENDARY' CAST
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Legends In Concert Line-Up Sees Changes
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – Legends In Concert, the original celebrity tribute spectacular, announces a new cast of artists for the start of 2005.
The new cast includes tributes to two artists who were recently honored for their career contributions to the music industry in Janet Jackson and Stevie Wonder. Jackson, portrayed by Karin Lawson, received the Radio Legend Award at the 2004 Radio Music Awards. Wonder, portrayed by Bobby Brooks, was honored with the Century Award at the 2004 Billboard Music Awards.
Joining these two Legends are The Righteous Brothers, performed by Gene Sironen and Doug Masters; Gloria Estefan, portrayed by Michelle Rohl; and Rod Stewart, played by John Anthony. As always, the show finale will be handled by the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, played by Matt Lewis. The cast will be changed out in phases through January, with the new cast in place the week of January 24.
Legends In Concert has appeared in the Imperial Theatre at the Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino for more than 20 years. The show is the original celebrity tribute performance and carries on its success with a live, five-piece band and dancers. Legends performers are considered the best-of-the-best among tribute artists, and each uses their own voice for their performance.
The Imperial Palace is home to The Auto Collections, "The World’s Largest Classic Car Showroom." Imperial Palace is the most central stop on the Las Vegas Monorail. In addition, the resort is famous for "Five Star Friendly Service;" and includes a race and sports book; 2,700 rooms and suites; world-class gaming and amenities; a seasonal poolside "Luau;" 40,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space; 10 specialty restaurants; 10 bars and lounges; state-of-the-art spa and fitness center; business center; concierge service; medical center and two new wedding chapels with reception facilities.