It is the first such halt in performances, other than for maintenance, in the attraction’s 21-year history.
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Human Nature’s Phil Burton says, “We can’t wait to get out and perform for you all again soon under safer and more enjoyable circumstances.”
The Las Vegas community enclave The Space is hosting a livestream for entertainers rocked by the coronavirus outbreak.
Lady Gaga’s “Enigma” show at Park Theater has been canceled.
Zak Bagans’ Haunted Museum in Las Vegas is going dark temporarily and immediately, Bagans said Monday.
FSE President and CEO Patrick Hughes says, “We are glad now we’ve been given direction by our leadership, and we are going to be socially responsible.”
MGM Resorts officials originally issued producers a May 1 relaunch date, but that date is likely to move back.
Caesars Entertainment said in a statement: “We are taking these bold measures now and look forward to welcoming guests back to enjoy world-class entertainment experiences as soon as we are able.”
Spiegelworld founder Ross Mollison says of “Opium’s” suspension, “We look forward to relaunching as soon as possible.”
David Copperfield says, “Especially in times like these, magic is important. It reminds us to dream and believe in our own ability to achieve the impossible.”
Penn & Teller have headlined Las Vegas since debuting at Bally’s in 199, and have starred at the Rio since 2001. They have performed together for 43 years.
Cirque du Soleil is halting all of its shows on the Strip because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Rod Stewart is performing as scheduled this weekend, but tabling three shows next weekend at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
A major Las Vegas fan and historian, Robbie Williams forged a hit residency at Encore Theater last spring and summer.
Kelly Clarkson referred to the shut down of her daytime talk show on Thursday when announcing her Las Vegas schedule shift Friday on Twitter.
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