Mar. 15, 2012: Jon Taffer, Monti Rock III

Star of Spike TV’s “Bar Rescue” – Jon Taffer

Star and Co-Executive Producer of “Bar Rescue”

Nightclub and Bar | The Most Dynamic Beverage Expo in the Country

The Nightclub & Bar Show is by far the best bar, nightclub and beverage trade show for the bar and nightclub owners, operators, bartenders and other professionals in the industry. Attendees walk away with the tools they need to better serve their customers, which at the end of the day helps them grow their business. We’re committed to providing networking opportunities, rock-solid educational experiences, a high-energy show floor so that you walk away empowered and ready to hit the ground running!

Bar Rescue

“Bars mean money, but they also mean stress if they aren’t properly run. Jon Taffer is a bar and nightclub owner who has started, flipped, or owned over 600 bars and clubs in his career and currently owns one of the most highly respected consulting firms in the bar and nightclub industry. Jon will travel around the country and employ his expertise to return struggling bars to the cash cows they once were. Everything from the science of the perfect pour, to the height of the bar stools is a key factor in making a bar the hottest place in town.”

Jon is an internationally recognized, award winning, concept developer, the voice and guru in the bar & nightlife industry. With over 30 years of experience, Taffer became of the worlds top restaurant and bar consultant. In 2010, Taffer was appointed president of Nightclubs & Bar Media Group and organizes the Nightclub & Bar Convention Trade Show, Nightclub & Bar magazine. Taffer is also chairman of Taffer Dynamics, where he is a consultant and development adviser to nightclubs and bars around the world.

For more about Jon Taffer, click here.

More about the “Nightclub & Bar Show” March 13-14 click here.
You can catch “Bar Rescue” Season 1 on SpikeTV.com. Season 2 coming soon.

Columnist / Performer / Musician – Monti Rock III

MONTI ROCK III AKA DISCO TEX AND THE SEX-O-LETTES is iconic, legendary, unpredictable, an enigma, undefinable, and a legend in his own mind. The media is having a field day rediscovering Monti – See the Vanity Fair issues for December 2009 and February 2010. Vanity Fair refers to Mr. Rock as one of the architecs of the 1960s; a little known fact is that Monti was THE hairstylist, and was the ceator of the blunt cut and asymetrical style, that has remained in vogue for all of these years. His hair styles appeared on the greatest models and magazine covers of the 1960s.

His television appearances from that era was topped by his multitude of appearances on the Johnny Carson Show (a total of 84 times!!!!) and you would never forget his appearance in the cult classic film, “Saturday Night Fever.”

From Monti, “What should a columnist do when in demand and he’s the man?! On Sunday,March 4, I was pleased to host and greet 150 guests for a special VIP opening of La Cage at The Riviera. This is a show with the longest running experience in Vegas of female impersonators. Jimmy Emerson and the new cast along with the producer Norbert Aleman performed brilliantly for the special guests. I hosted, I sang and was simply divine, my darlings. I want to thank the media, my special guests and all of you who attended the performance. My special thanks goes to Victoria’s Pub for the outstanding hors d’oeuvres and open bar along with my special thanks as well to Liz and the girls at Great Buns Bakery for the cakes and to David Filter for all the flowers from The English Garden Florist It was great celebration and I will be doing more with The Riviera and La Cage in the future. It was almost heaven.”

For more about Monti Rock III, click here.

You can listen to a recording of our show below!

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March 15, 2012 Leave a Comment

Mar. 1, 2012: Paige O’Hara, Stephen Sorrentino, Jeff Capri, Laura Hayden

Singer / Actress / Artist – Paige O’Hara

Does the name Paige O’Hara ring a bell with you? It should, if you ever went to see the Disney film, “Beauty and the Beast.” O’Hara was the voice of “Belle.” The famous animated beauty (Belle) was even modeled after Paige. Of course the vibrant singer and actress, who calls Las Vegas home, can also be seen daily as the “Soap Star” in the hit, “Menopause the Musical” at the Luxor Hotel and Casino.

What many of you may not be unaware of is that O’Hara is a very accomplished painter of fine art. Paige is so darn good as a painter, that the Disney Fine Art-Collectors Edition has her under exclusive contract for her, “Belles by Belle,” collection. Since the success of the critically acclaimed, Oscar-winning animated film, Paige began painting a few renderings based on her character, and other favorite scenes from the film. Soon word got back to the people at Disney, suggesting that they should take a look at her paintings. The rest is history, as they say, in show biz. Her first painting of “Belle,” an edition of 295 Giclees on canvas, has sold out.

For more about Paige O’Hare, click here

Paige O’Hara will be at the Renaissance Galleries Shoppes at the Palazzo Hotel and Casino
Saturday, March 3rd, from noon to 6:00 p.m.

Singing Impressionist / Actor – Stephen Sorrentino

Superstar musical comedian, Stephen Sorrentino will return to Atlantic City in his critically acclaimed show, Voices In My Head for a three-month exclusive engagement, March 26 – June 22. The spotlight will be on Sorrentino for 6 shows each week in the legendary 2,000-seat Tropicana Casino & Resort Showroom. Voices In My Head is a winning combination of a Las Vegas stage-show, classic TV variety hour, and high-energy concert and features: showgirls, dancers, extravagant costumes and hilarious comedy routines. Audiences of all ages appreciate Voices in My Head as Sorrentino’s musical impressions travel expertly from Frankie Valle and Lady Gaga to Cher and the stars of Motown! They may find themselves called upon for the audience participation improv routine where his “Second City” roots shine.

For more about Stephen Sorrentino, click here

You can catch Stephen Sorrentino Tropicana Atlantic City
Tropicana Showroom, Monday, March 26 through Friday, June 22
Show Times – Sun 7:00pm, Mon & Tues 3:30pm & 8:00pm, Fri & Sat 9:00pm, Dark Wed & Thurs

Comedian / Headliner – Jeff Capri

Welcoming back Jeff Capri, Jeff covers everything from pop-culture, biographical and political twists as well as a silly pun or two. A world traveled comedian, Jeff has worked a variety of audiences. Comedy clubs, cruise lines, military tours, and corporate events. Considered a consummate professional; his strong improvisational ability enables him to adapt to any crowd. Jeff’s television appearances, include Comics Unleashed, Last Comic Standing, Ed McMahon’s Next Big Star has enabled him to work alongside respected entertainers, including Ellen DeGeneres, Joy Behar, Rich Jeni and Adam Sandler.

For more about Jeff Capri, click here.

You can catch Jeff at The Orleans, Thursday, March 1 through Sunday, March 4
Big Al’s Comedy Club, Wed through Sun, 8:00pm

Comedian – Laura Hayden

Laura is like radioactive plutonium; calm, cool and collected until comedy took over her life. A very introverted child all through school, it wasn’t until graduate school for physical therapy that she realized her comedic potential. It’s always the quiet ones! She has the ability to make anything funny, even spinal meningitis. This talent caused her class to overwhelmingly select her to give their commencement speech. That was the catalyst. Receiving several applause -laughter breaks during her speech, she thought “maybe I’m funny”. Having an unquenchable desire to try or learn anything. As long as it is not illegal or immoral, well maybe that was being a bit hasty. But on a whim, she took a comedy class and people have been laughing at her ever Since.

For more about Laura Hayden, click here.

You can catch Laura w/ Jeff Capri at The Orleans
Thursday, March 1 through Sunday, March 4
Big Al’s Comedy Club, Wed through Sun, 8:00pm
You can listen to a recording of our show below!

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March 1, 2012 Leave a Comment

Michael “Wheels” Parise, Robin Leach, Jack Walker, Jacob Lusk-LVBST w/Comedian Michele LaFong

Feb. 23, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web

Michael “Wheels” Parise, Columnist Robin Leach, Singer Jack Walker, Singer Jacob Lusk, all guest on Las Vegas Backstage Talk radio show with Comedian Michele LaFong.

23-year veteran comedian Michael Wheels Parise has been the national touring act for Andrew Dice Clay for over 23 years. Wheels has costarred with movies with Rodney Dangerfield, Keenan Ivory Wayans and Jada Pinckett Smith.
With over 70 TV appearances including Conan O Brien, Letterman as well as co-starring with Dice Clay in the 2008 Reality Show on VH-1 called “Dice Undisputed” Wheels Paris is making King’s Comedy Club his new home. When Wheels is not Headlining Las Vegas you can see him in all the major cities throughout out the country.

Wheels was featured in LaFong’s Syndicated “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Column in Gaming Today, and will soon be featured in Michele LaFong’s Syndicated “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” column in Casino Player Magazine, as well as “Getting Personal with the Stars” Syndicated Column in Gaming Today. He is a popular guest on LVBST.

Sammy Shore, Hal Sparks, Michael “Wheels” Parise-Las Vegas Backstage Talk w/Comedian Michele LaFong

Feb. 16, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web

Comdian, and Founder of The Comedy Store in LA, Sammy Shore guests on Las Vegas Backstage Talk radio show with Comedian Michele LaFong.

Sammy also invited Comedian/Ventriloquist Michele LaFong to perform at The Palms H & C, at The Funny Bones Benefit. LaFong, is Protégé to The Legendary Senor Wences, The Most Famous Ventriloquist in the World.”

Comedy Royalty Sammy Shore currently performs his standup comedy routine in nightclubs and casinos across America, including most recently, Las Vegas, Reno, and Laughlin, Nevada.

Sammy Shore will be opening for Norm Crosby, The Master of the Malaprop, at the Suncoast Showroom, Saturday & Sunday March 3-4 7:30pm.
For Reservations

Sammy Shore Hits a Funny Bone for Dog Rescue Funny Bones Foundation is a Las Vegas based organization formed expressly to help raise funds for advanced medical/surgical care for homeless animals in need of assistance in Las Vegas area. Behind Funny Bones are two passionate men; Sammy Shore founder of LA’s famed Comedy Store and Dr. Matthew Brooks of Town Center Animal Hospital in Las Vegas. Through a personal loss Sammy was spurred to dedicate his life to dogs in need and partnered with Dr. Brooks to create the first Funny Bones event.

For more about Sammy Shore, click here.

You can catch Sammy Shore at The Palms
“Funny Bones” Benefit Show
Sunday Feb. 19th
For information

Comedian / Actor – Hal Sparks

Ohio-born, Kentucky and Chicago-raised actor/comedian/musician Hal Sparks rose to prominent as a member of the renowned Second City Troupe, and later continued to gain fame as a host in the popular E! Entertainment show “Talk Soup” (1999-2000), succeeding John Henson and Greg Kinnear. As an actor, The vocalist of metal band The Zero 1 is best known to TV audiences as semi-closeted gay man Michael on the American television series “Queer as Folk” (2005, 2000-01). He also played roles in films like the horror film Lightning Bug (2004), Spider-Man 2 (2004), Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003), Bleacher Bums (2002,TV), the hit comedy Dude, Where’s My Car? (2000), the comedy Lost & Found (1999), Signs and Wonders (1995, TV), and the forgettable Chopper Chicks in Zombietown (1989).

As a comedian, he is currently working in various clubs around the country as well as a regular act in Las Vegas.

Hal talks about what’s new with him and his new show on Disney XD, Lab Rats.

For more about Hal Sparks, click here.

Comedian / Chef – Michael “Wheels” Parise

With over 70 TV appearances including Conan O Brien, Letterman as well as co-starring with Dice Clay in the 2008 Reality Show on VH-1 called “Dice Undisputed” Wheels Parise is making King’s Comedy Club his new home. When Wheels is not Headlining Las Vegas you can see him in all the major cities throughout out the country.

Wheels was featured in Comedian Michele LaFong’s “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Syndicated Column in Gaming Today, and will soon be featured in LaFong’s “Las Vegas Backstage Talk Monthly Syndicated Column in Casino Player Magazine, as well as “Getting Personal with the Stars” Syndicated Monthly Column in Gaming Today. He is also “a favorite” on LVBST Radio Show with Comedian Michele LaFong.

Richard Marx, Kevin James-Las Vegas Backstage Talk w/Comedian Michele LaFong

Feb. 9, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web

Hit-making singer/songwriter, Richard Marx guests on Las Vegas backstage Talk radio show with Comedian Michele LaFong.

With more than 20 years in the music industry, Richard Marx has established himself as a hit-making singer/songwriter, with more than 30 million albums sold and 13 No. 1 songs to his credit.

In addition to writing and recording hit after hit on his own albums, Marx has written and produced songs with some of the biggest names in music, including Barbra Streisand, Daughtry, Leann Rimes, Travis Tritt, Natalie Cole and Josh Groban, among many others. In 2004, Marx won the Song of the Year Grammy Award for “Dance With My Father,” which he co-wrote with the late Luther Vandross. In 2005, he collaborated with Keith Urban for the country singer’s hit song, “Better Life,” and in 2007 the duo teamed up again to co-write another chart-topper for Urban,”Everybody.”

Marx will return on LVBST Radio Show with Michele LaFong, and will soon appear in LaFong’s Syndicated Monthly “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Column in Casino Player Magazine, and “Getting Personal with the Stars” in Gaming Today.

For more about Richard Marx, click here.

You can catch Richard Marx live at The Orleans
Orleans Showroom, Feb. 11 & 12:00pm
For reservations

Illusionist – Kevin James

Kevin James is an unconventional, veteran magician. After seeing his first magic performance at the age of 10, he knew that was his calling. James’ unique comedy and magic has gained him a reputation as a world class visual artist. His fresh approach has allowed him to headline in some of the world’s top showrooms, and appear on television in 25 countries, including the semi-finals of “America’s Got Talent.” Kevin is also a very prolific magical inventor who has not only created unique magical effects for his own shows, but for other famous magicians such as David Copperfield as well.

Kevin James will be appearing in “Avant Garde” at The Plaza Hotel and Casino. James will perform alongside fellow magicians and Merlin Award Recipients Juliana Chen and Ed Alonzo. James will showcase his unique brand of magic, that includes comedy and illusions.

You can catch Kevin James at The Plaza Hotel & Casino
The Plaza Showroom, Sat. – Thurs. 7:00pm, Dark Fri.
For information
You can listen to a recording of our show below!

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Dana Carvey, Earl Turner, Ben Stone-Las Vegas backstage Talk w/Comedian Michele LaFong

Feb. 2, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230am in LV & The Web

Dana Carvey, “a favorite” recurring guest on LVBST radio show with Comedian Michele LaFong, is as wild as ever, on LV Backstage Talk with Comedian Michele LaFong, the only show that “Gets Personal with the Stars.”

Dana will soon be featured in Michele LaFong’s monthly syndicated “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” column in Casino Player Magazine, as well as LaFong’s “Getting Personal with the Stars” column in Gaming Today.

Carvey rose to national prominence during a six-year run as a cast member of NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” where he created memorable characters “Church Lady,” “Garth” and “Hans” and spot-on impersonations of President George H.W. Bush, Johnny Carson, Ross Perot and Regis Philbin. Carvey’s work on “SNL” garnered him six Emmy Award nominations, including a win in 1993 for “Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program.” He also received multiple American Comedy Awards.

On the big screen, Carvey appeared in supporting roles in “This Is Spinal Tap,” “Racing with the Moon” and “Tough Guys.” He starred in films “Opportunity Knocks,” “Wayne’s World,” “Wayne’s World 2,” “Clean Slate,” “The Road to Wellville” and “Master of Disguise.” Most recently, he had a cameo appearance in “Jack and Jill.”

For more about Dana Carvey, click here.

You can catch Dana Carvey live at The Orleans
Orleans Showroom, Feb. 3 & 4 8:00pm
For reservations
Musician / Singer / Entertainer – Earl Turner

A multi-talented singer, songwriter, musician, dancer and actor, Earl Turner cannot recall a moment without music in his life. His first paid performance at the young age of 13 paved the way for him to pursue his musical dreams. At 19, Earl began traveling the U.S. with various show bands, leading to performing as a front man, and solo recording artist with his Top 40 dance hit in Europe, “Love Caught You By Surprise.”

From the start, audiences embraced his act, the perfect blend of songs that all ages can relate to, spanning many genres. His critically acclaimed performances were touted by reviewers as “.an evening you should not miss” and “.more than anything else, Turner wins over the crowd by working hard.” One critic wrote, “Earl Turner Live is an evening that you should not miss.”

For more about Earl Turner, click here.

You can catch Earl Turner live at Suncoast Hotel & Casino
Orleans Showroom, Feb. 11 & 12 7:30pm
For reservations

Magician / Host – Ben Stone

A cast of award-winning magicians, masters of illusion and outstanding variety and specialty acts from around the world will mystify weekly in the all-new Vegas Magic Theatre, a Paul Stone production, at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino.

Hosted by Ben Stone, Vegas Magic Theatre seamlessly blends the exceptional abilities of three to four acts into a fast-paced 70-minute showcase of skill, guaranteed to amuse and confuse. Every week, Vegas Magic Theatre presents a completely new line-up of creative, trend-setting acts from across the globe, creating a an original experience each time audiences visit.

For more about Ben Stone show, click here.

You can catch Ben at Gold Coast Hotel and Casino
Gold Coast Showroom / Lounge
Weekly, Thursday & Friday • 7:00pm, Saturday • 5:00pm & 7:30pm, Sunday • 7:00pm
For reservations

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