Don't miss your chance to see Garth Brooks at the intimate Encore Theater! Tickets for the next series of in-demand concerts go on sale tomorrow, February 27 at 8 a.m. PT. Tickets are $125 plus service charge and tax ($143 total). Brooks performed to sold out crowds and rave reviews at his previous concert series at the Encore Theater.

Concert times:

Fridays 8 p.m., Saturdays 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m., Sundays 8 p.m. and Friday, April 9 at 10:30 p.m.

Tickets may be booked by calling 702.770.1000 or online at www.wynnlasvegas.com/boxoffice. Please note that the name for each individual ticket holder must be provided at time of purchase for the transaction to be completed. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the Wynn Box Office on February 27.  

Garth concert-goers are invited to make a priority reservation for rooms and suites at Wynn | Encore. Room rates start a $209.00/night and include a $100.00 resort credit.  

UNAUTHORIZED TICKET SALES

Specific measures have been put in place in an effort to ensure that the tickets for concerts are accessible to fans at face value and through authorized sales channels exclusively. Fans are discouraged from purchasing tickets through unauthorized channels as these tickets will be cancelled. Wynn is committed to developing and implementing new and improved measures to combat scalping until such a time that the illegal activity ceases. Suspect activity will be investigated and forwarded to authorities for prosecution.  

Please note the following booking procedures and rules and regulations:  

• At time of purchase, the full name of each person attending the concert must be provided in order to complete the transaction. No changes will be permitted after completion of the order.  
• Limit 4 concert tickets per order or per person or per credit card.
• Tickets will be available for pick-up at Will Call at Wynn Las Vegas after 1 p.m. PT on the day of the concert.  Tickets are not available in advance.
• Purchaser will be required to show valid, government-issued photo ID, confirmation number and actual credit card used for payment. Each individual ticket holder must be present with purchaser to collect tickets upon presentation of valid, government-issued photo ID. Individual names will be printed on each ticket.
• Tickets must be picked up no later than one-hour prior to show time or will be subject to cancellation with no refund.
• The age limit for concerts is five years or older; anyone under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.  
• Cellular phones, cameras, flash photography and audio/video recording devices are not permitted inside the theater.  If you use any of these devices you will be escorted out of the theater.
• All ticket sales are final and are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Visit www.visitwynn.com/terms/garthtickets for a complete list of terms and conditions.

Certified by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) as the #1-selling solo artist in U.S. history, Garth Brooks has sold in excess of 128 million albums. He is the only solo artist in RIAA history to have six albums top the 10 million mark. His most recent release, The Ultimate Hits, has been certified five times platinum. Garth became the first artist to put out a simultaneous edition of his latest collection for a charitable cause. November 6, 2007 saw the launch of the pink edition of The Ultimate Hits, available only at the Susan G. Komen Web site. His body of work -- including the groundbreaking No Fences, Ropin' The Wind, The Hits and Double Live -- propelled country music as a genre to the front pages of newspapers worldwide and the covers of magazines, to the point where Forbes declared on its cover, "Country Conquers Rock," and featured Garth in a major music piece. According to the RIAA, Garth Brooks is the top-selling solo artist of the 20th century.

The key to his record-setting success lies within the personality and talent of Garth Brooks. It has been said that through the 1990s, Garth's only real competition was himself. He brought daring individualism and a love of music to the table. His wide range encompasses a variety of styles which include working-class blues, honky tonk, bluegrass and arena rock. His easy-going, approachable charisma was matched only by his fearless willingness to take chances and step outside the lines. He has had an unprecedented run so far, and opened the doors for many more country artists to follow.

Garth has received every accolade the recording industry can bestow on an artist, including two Grammys, 17 American Music Awards, 11 Country Music Association Awards, 18 Academy of Country Music Awards, five World Music Awards, 12 People's Choice Awards and 36 Billboard Music Awards. He was named "Artist of the '90s" at the 1997 Blockbuster Entertainment Awards, received the Artist Achievement Award at the 1997 Billboard Music Awards and was named "Artist of the Decade" at the American Music Awards in 2000 and the Academy of Country Music Awards in 1999.

In the midst of one of the most successful careers in music history, Garth retired in 2001, delivered his last record for Capitol Records and moved back to Oklahoma to raise his children.  While in retirement, when called upon by events greater than his own self-interest, he returned to the stage. The latest of these was when the President himself requested that Garth headline President Obama's Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial. He performed as Barack and Michelle Obama, their girls, Joe and Jill Biden and a crowd of over 300,000 lined the mall from the Lincoln Memorial all the way to the Washington Monument. It was a moment in history when all did the "wave" to Garth's performance of "Shout" while the President sang along. Once again, Garth was called upon by the network to perform for President Obama's very first late night TV appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. When the Governor of California asked for Garth's help, he responded by performing five concerts in two days, where proceeds from 83,000 tickets sold were donated to efforts to prevent fire catastrophes. Portions of the live concerts were shown as a TV special, "Garth Brooks: Live in L.A." where viewers donated to the organization Fire Intervention Relief Effort (FIRE).

Oct. 15, 2009, Brooks announced that he was out of retirement: "I am naturally nervous, but it feels good to be out from under the low ceiling of 'retirement' I put on myself."  Brooks has entered a five-year "relationship" with Las Vegas resort developer, Steve Wynn.

For more information visit garthbrooks.com.

Cirque du Soleil, in partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises, a CKX, Inc (NASDAQ: CKXE) company, celebrates the world premiere of its latest resident show Viva ELVIS™, at ARIA Resort & Casino™ at CityCenter in Las Vegas tonight.

In attendance at tonight's event: Priscilla Presley, Robert F.X. Sillerman, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CKX, Inc., Bill McBeath, President and COO of ARIA Resort & Casino and Guy Laliberté, Founder of Cirque du Soleil among other distinguished guests.

The Show

Viva ELVIS, a harmonious fusion of dance, acrobatics and live music, is a tribute to the life and music of Elvis Presley. Nostalgia, modernity and raw emotion provide the backdrop for his immortal voice and the exhilaration and beauty of his music.

Created in the image of The King of Rock 'n' Roll - powerful, sexy, whimsical, truly unique and larger than life - the show highlights an American icon who transformed popular music and whose image embodies the freedom, excitement and turbulence of his era.

Viva ELVIS focuses on the essential humanity of the one superstar whose name will forever be linked with the history of Las Vegas: Elvis Presley. Significant moments in his life - intimate, playful and grandiose - blend with timeless songs that remain as relevant today as when they first hit the top of the charts.

The Music

In paying homage to the music of Elvis, Cirque du Soleil set out to present the songs of the King of Rock 'n' Roll in a contemporary form that evokes the spirit of Elvis in every way.  Thirty of Elvis' songs are used in the production, with remixes designed to accentuate and boost the emotional charge of his performances.  Elvis' voice is the only male singing voice in Viva ELVIS, joined by occasionally live female singers and an energetic live band. The only way to convey the true vitality and seductive charm of Elvis is with Elvis himself.

The Costumes

The Viva ELVIS costumes are inspired by Presley's life, his entourage, his concerts and his films. The fabulous imagination of '50s and '60s America, expressed through the cinema, advertising and magazines of the time, was a source of inspiration for costume designer Stefano Canulli.

The Theatre and Sets

The Elvis Theater, designed by Creation Director Johnny Boivin from Cirque du Soleil, has a conventional proscenium layout reminiscent of an opera house. The stage, the backstage area and wings accommodate the large-scale set elements and the need for speed in changing scenes imposed by the rapid pace of the show. Mark Fisher's set designs illustrate many of the most significant events in the life and career of Elvis.

The Creative Team

Viva ELVIS is presented exclusively in the custom-built Elvis Theater at ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter in Las Vegas. The international cast of 76 artists is comprised of dancers, musicians, singers and acrobats.

TICKET PRICES

Viva ELVIS ticket prices are $175, $150, $125 and $99.

Please consult the most current show schedule at www.cirquedusoleil.com/vivaelvis.

Beginning February 21, 2010, Viva ELVIS will be performed Friday through Tuesday at 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm. There will be no shows on Wednesdays or Thursdays.

- The Popular Free Promotion Returns for a Fourth Consecutive Year

One of Everest Poker's most popular European promotions is back! The poker room announced the fourth edition of the Everest Poker European Cup (EPEC) ( http://www.everestpoker.com/en/promotions/online/epec-2010/epec-2010), which will run from February to April with a live final in May.

The EPEC is one of Everest Poker's flagship promotions, which offers amateur and novice players an opportunity to experience live poker (http://www.everestpoker.com/en) play for the first time in one of Europe's largest freerolls.

This year, the EPEC continues to support amateur players across Europe but with an added twist of allowing participants to represent their country through a 15-person team competition during the live final. Fifteen nations will each qualify a 15-person team through online and live qualifiers to win their share of the EUR100,000 prize pool all for free.

Live events will take place across Europe throughout March and April and online qualifiers will take place on http://www.everestpoker.com from February to April 2010, culminating in a three-day live final tournament in a sunny European resort in May, as is the tradition with all EPEC finals. Each EUR2,000 EPEC Live Finale Package includes a seat to the EUR100,000 Everest Poker European Cup live final, hotel stay, event activities and travel expenses.

Thousands of Europeans have already enjoyed Everest Poker's exclusive EPEC promotions and the 2010 edition promises to be just as fun and exciting as its predecessors.

The Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino today announced the addition of their next big thrill - SkyJump Las Vegas. What will undoubtedly become one of the top tourist attractions in North America, the skyjump is best described as a "controlled freefall." Lucky adrenaline junkies and average Joes alike, will have the opportunity to plummet 855 feet at a scream-inducing speed of up to 40 mph - all while enjoying breathtaking views of the world famous Las Vegas Strip ... if they can bear to keep their eyes open.

SkyJump Las Vegas will offer a way to experience thrills similar to skydiving and base jumping - with the added benefit of doing it over the Las Vegas Strip - day or night. The attraction is expected to open April of 2010, and will join three thrill rides already atop the tower: Big Shot, X-Scream and Insanity.

"We're incredibly excited to bring SkyJump Las Vegas to the Stratosphere," said Frank Riolo, CEO of American Casino & Entertainment Properties. "This will not only be North America's only skyjump, but also the highest skyjump in the world."

Riders of SkyJump Las Vegas will be given a short safety lesson and then they will be suited up in Stratosphere's custom "jump suits." The rider is then connected to a patented high-speed "descender" machine and led to the edge of a small platform where they will leap out and descend the 100+ story height of Stratosphere. Guide wires keep riders from straying off course in what is an incredibly safe, yet audacious adventure. Just prior to reaching the rapidly approaching ground, the machine slows the rider down, bringing them to a controlled and safe landing.

"While the entire experience - from preparation to landing - takes just 30 minutes, the thrill will last a lifetime," Riolo continued. "Stratosphere has made a commitment to reinvesting in our property at all levels and this will be an outstanding addition for everyone - whether you're making the leap yourself or watching those daring enough to do it."

The Stratosphere Hotel & Casino is located at 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South. For more information, call 702-380-7777 or toll free at 1-800-99-TOWER (998-6937) or visit www.stratospherehotel.com.

SOURCE The Stratosphere Hotel & Casino

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Opens Opulent New Nightclub with Grand Opening Party Hosted by Diddy

Celebrate your inner "Vanity" this New Year's Eve inside the latest indulgent nightlife creation at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Located in the luxurious new HRH Tower, Vanity nightclub opens its doors Thursday, December 31st to ring in 2010, followed by the official grand opening party January 2nd with illustrious party host Diddy.

Brought to you by The Nightlife Group (Body English, Rare 120, Rehab, Wasted Space) and co-owner Jason Giambi, Vanity focuses on the most important person in the room - you. The entrance welcomes with a sparkling collage of reflective tile and antique vanity mirrors. The interior, courtesy of Mr. Important Designs, transports guests into an eclectic jewel box adorned with pearls, hand cut crystals and reflective walls of bronze fused with metallic gold.

The heartbeat of the club is a spectacular cyclone chandelier lit from within by more than 20,000 LED lights that truly bring the dance floor to life.

"We've taken everything we learned from Body English, one of the best nightclubs to hit Vegas, and brought it to the next level," said Cory McCormack, Hard Rock's managing partner of The Nightlife Group. "Vanity will cater to a person's every whim."

The 14,000 square-foot venue features two marble bars, 50 intimate VIP booths, an outdoor terrace with cabanas, fire pit, and offers direct access to the new outdoor Sky Bar opening April 2010. For those who are just a bit more vain, the ladies lounge is complete with nail and makeup technicians available for touch ups and all bathrooms are equipped with full-length three-way mirrors, naturally.

VIP seating lines the 80-foot sunken dance floor, while a larger center seating area borders an onyx catwalk lined with tall lanterns. Staff in rocker-style uniforms offer champagne menus engraved on handheld antique mirrors.

Venue entertainment will include:

• Thursday - Godskitchen with world-class dance DJs
• Friday - DJ Eric D-Lux
• Saturday - DJ Clinton Sparks
• Sunday - Sin at Vanity with DJs Presto One, Five, and Eric Cubechee

Vanity Nightclub will be open Thursday through Sunday from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Cover charges will be $20 for women and $40 for men; local ladies will enter for free at all times. VIP booths and tables start at $500 and include crystal punch bowls. For VIP booths and tables, Vanity guests can call 702.693.5555 or visit VanityLV.com

Vanity is part of the Hard Rock Hotel's $750 million expansion which includes the addition of approximately 860 new guest rooms - the recently opened Paradise Tower and HRH Tower opening December 28.

HRH Tower will also house Reliquary Spa across from Vanity, as well as three new restaurants, approximately 60,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, and more than 40,000 sq. ft. of casino space.

HRH and Paradise Towers will be finalized with the new pools and Skybar in the first half of next year. By spring 2010, the property will have created more than 1,200 jobs for Vegas when the expansion is complete.

SOURCE Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Tropicana Las Vegas announced today that Thomas Recine has been appointed Vice President of Food and Beverage. Recine will report to property president Thomas McCartney and will oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations, planning and development.

"Tom brings a wealth of relevant experience to his post at Tropicana Las Vegas including venue development and strategic rebranding," said McCartney. "We are thrilled to have him on our team and eager to benefit from his expertise throughout the property's transformation."

Recine has more than two decades of industry experience, most recently as Senior Vice President of Property Operations and Food and Beverage at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. In this position, he oversaw all food and beverage operations, catering and banquet services, environmental services, audio visual services as well as entertainment offerings.

Prior to joining Planet Hollywood, he spent 20 years with MGM Mirage. During his tenure, Recine held senior leadership roles at New York New York, Luxor, MGM Grand, and The Mirage.

Recine is a longtime Las Vegan and an alumnus of University of Nevada Las Vegas.

Nestled in the heart of the famed Las Vegas Strip, Tropicana Las Vegas is a true Las Vegas landmark. The historic property is currently transforming itself into a vibrant, South Beach, Miami themed escape. The revitalized Tropicana Las Vegas will feature a pulsating Latin beat, live salsa dancers, bright tropical colors and a sizzling nightlife scene. Renovations are scheduled for completion in 2010 and include the redesign of every hotel room and suite, the casino, the world-famous pool area, several new restaurants, bars, a new poker room, a new race and sports book and a nightclub. For additional information on events, amenities or availability call 702-739-2222 or visit troplv.com.

Stay up to date on the latest Tropicana Las Vegas happenings by visiting our blog (blog.troplv.com), becoming a fan on Facebook or following along on Twitter (twitter.com/tropicanalv) as the property's transformation into a hot Havana getaway continues to take hold.

SOURCE Tropicana Las Vegas

The best just got better! Horseshoe Casino & Hotel is excited to announce new $25,000 limits on Blackjack and Baccarat. No one books a bigger bet, and for 15 years, Horseshoe Bossier City has been the home for serious gamblers.

"The Horseshoe was built by a gambler for gamblers, and we are raising the stakes by taking the highest limits and best odds to the next level", said Geno Iafrate, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Horseshoe Casino and Hotel. "Horseshoe is the original gambling joint, offering odds and limits that no other casino will match, and that includes the most liberal casinos in Las Vegas and Atlantic City."

Horseshoe is also proud to be home to the only Big Baccarat table game in Louisiana, an exciting edition to Horseshoe's legendary gambling action. Horseshoe knows what gamblers want and that's why they have been the area's number one destination since day one.

Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. is the world's largest provider of branded casino entertainment through operating subsidiaries. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada nearly 70 years ago, Harrah's has grown through development of new properties, expansions and acquisitions, and now owns or manages casinos on four continents. The company's properties operate primarily under the Harrah's, Caesars and Horseshoe brand names; Harrah's also owns the London Clubs International family of casinos. Harrah's Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its customers through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. More information about Harrah's is available at its Web site - www.harrahs.com. Know When to Stop Before You Start®. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. © 2009, Harrah's License Company, LLC.

SOURCE Horseshoe Casino & Hotel

Century Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq Capital Market® and Vienna Stock Exchange: CNTY) announced today the concert series in December 2009 at its exclusive Showroom at the Century Casino & Hotel Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

On December 6 and 7, Almost ABBA makes a triumphant return to the Century Casino Showroom stage, playing all the hits of ABBA including "Dancing Queen", "Mamma Mia", "Waterloo" and many more. Formed in 1997, the six piece fully costumed and choreographed show was the first Canadian tribute to ABBA. Since then, members of the group have toured internationally throughout eleven countries.

On December 10, Canada's best tribute to Fleetwood Mac "Dreams" comes to the Century Casino stage. From the music to the costumes, Dreams portrays Fleetwood Mac with incredible authenticity. In 2005 this group of performers came together with a passion for the music and a desire to take the 'Tribute Act' genre to another level.

On December 31, the classic Canadian rockers Harlequin will ring in the New Year at the Century Casino Showroom. Known for Canadian rock songs such as "Sweet Things In Life", "Innocence", "You Are The Light" and "Superstitious Feeling", the Winnipeg band promises a great New Year's Eve in the Century Showroom.

The Century Casino Showroom is one of the best venues for live music and entertainment in Alberta, Canada, featuring a dynamic line-up all over the year. For tickets and further information about upcoming concerts and events at the Century Casino & Hotel Edmonton please visit the website under http://www.cnty.com/casinos/edmonton/casino/promotions-events/.

Century Casinos, Inc. is an international casino entertainment company that owns and operates the Womacks Casino & Hotel in Cripple Creek, Colorado, the Century Casino & Hotel in Central City, Colorado, and the Century Casino & Hotel in Edmonton, Canada. The Company also operates casinos aboard five luxury cruise vessels (Silver Cloud, Regatta, Insignia, Nautica, Mein Schiff). Through its Austrian subsidiary, Century Casinos Europe GmbH, the Company holds a 33.3% ownership interest in Casinos Poland Ltd., the owner and operator of seven full casinos and one slot casino in Poland. Century Casinos, Inc. continues to pursue other international projects in various stages of development.

For more information about Century Casinos, visit our website at www.centurycasinos.com. Century Casinos' common stock trades on The NASDAQ Capital Market® and the Vienna Stock Exchange under the symbol CNTY.

SOURCE Century Casinos, Inc.

The M Resort Spa Casino, the newest resort to open in Las Vegas, was just announced as the recipient of the prestigious 2010 Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Award. Open just eight months, the $1 billion M Resort successfully opened on time and under budget on March 1, 2009.

"This is a true testament to the hard work of our team members. They have embraced our commitment to consistently provide the very best service, atmosphere and experience to our guests. To receive this award within our first year of operation is a huge accomplishment for us," said Anthony A. Marnell III, Chairman and CEO, the M Resort.

The M Resort is the product of a collaboration between Anthony A. Marnell III, Chairman and CEO of the M Resort and his father, architect Tony Marnell, Chairman of Marnell Corrao Associates, the premier construction and development company responsible for notable projects throughout Las Vegas including Wynn, Treasure Island, the Mirage, Caesars Palace and the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino.

Since 1976, the Marnell family name has been synonymous with architectural vision, quality and integrity. The Marnells set the standard for casino-resorts worldwide with the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, which became the benchmark for many innovations in Las Vegas and throughout the world that are still widely used today. The M Resort includes both architectural innovation as well as the Marnell brand of hospitality.

The 390 room boutique resort caters to both Las Vegas residents and out-of-town guests. It is the first property travelers from Southern California encounter when driving in to Las Vegas.

"Our resort is really a hybrid property catering to both locals and tourists; the atmosphere is a mix of Los Angeles, Scottsdale and New York - with a bit of Las Vegas thrown in. The M has a lot of offer and exceptional service is at the top of the list," said Marnell.

Forbes Travel Guide, formerly Mobil Travel Guide, has defined the standard of excellence in hotel, restaurant and spa experiences since 1958. This year's list includes distinguished properties in destinations throughout North America, as well as international ratings in Hong Kong, Macau and Beijing.

SOURCE M Resort Spa Casino

~ New Concept by Mario Barth Combines Tattooing and Nightlife In One of Vegas' Most Popular Destinations ~

Tattoo mogul Mario Barth partners with The Mirage and The Light Group as Las Vegas' new triple threat. Barth created Mario Barth at The Mirage, an exclusive lifestyle tattoo studio, interactive lounge and bar room. The baroque inspired venue is set to open its doors winter 2010.

The 4,000 square foot venue is strewn with marble flooring, lavish fabrics, extravagant chandeliers and chairs fit for a king. The traditional elaborate decor will be balanced with a rock 'n' roll edge including glass skulls which will adorn the bar.

The tattooing portion of the venue, also known as King Ink, is operated by Mario Barth and his top rate team. King Ink will only have state-of-the-art equipment and the finest tattoo artists available. For the first time in Las Vegas, tattoo enthusiasts will be given the chance to book an appointment with world-renowned tattoo artist and CEO Mario Barth himself, skipping the typical two-year wait list.

Guests of Mario Barth at The Mirage will enjoy a high-tech interactive lounge and hot spot nightly as well as relax and sip champagne on the outdoor patio. The lounge and bar room will be managed by Las Vegas' own The Light Group.

"We're excited to have partnered with Mario Barth on this new venture which will continue to change the face of Vegas' nightlife scene," said Andy Masi, partner and CEO of The Light Group. "Mario Barth at The Mirage will be one of the most highly anticipated openings in Las Vegas this winter and we're thrilled to be a part of it."

As the first of its kind, Mario Barth at The Mirage and King Ink will encapsulate cutting-edge tattoo fashion and lifestyle.

Scott Sibella, president and COO of The Mirage said, "Introducing Mario into The Mirage family is an absolute privilege for us. His energy, proven track record and reputation around the globe make this new venture a sure-fire hit."

For more information, please visit www.mariobarthtattoo.com

SOURCE Mario Barth