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In this Aug. 22, 2015, photo, judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr. appear at auditions in Little Rock, Ark., for the final season of “American Idol” on Fox.
By John Katsilometes
Monday, Jan. 18, 2016 | 2:34 p.m.
This week, Monday By the Numbers summons those twin fortresses of Las Vegas entertainment: Axis at Planet Hollywood and the Smith Center for the Performing Arts. This week, Jennifer Lopez begins her “All I Have” series at P.H., launching Wednesday evening.
That same night, The Lon Bronson All-Star Band returns to Cabaret Jazz with guest Brody Dolyniuk for “Bronson, Brody & The Beatles — A Hard Day’s Night of Legendary Music.”
It’s one of those entertainment-slammed, midweek nights that happen only in VegasVille. Read on …
20: Shows scheduled in J.Lo’s “All I Have” residency at Axis theater.
16 million: Combined sales of her first two albums, “On the 6” and “J.Lo.”
6: Her shoe size.
$20 million: What Lopez made in 2012 when returning for her second season as a judge on “American Idol.”
5: Lopez’s age when she started taking singing and dance lessons.
3: Years Lopez performed as a Fly Girl on “In Living Color,” from 1991-93.
2: Months Wesley Snipes spent not talking to Lopez after she rejected his pass at her on the set of the film “Money Train.”
1: Debut position on the Billboard Top 200 for her 2001 album “J.Lo.”
1: Debut box office position for the movie “The Wedding Planner,” released the same week as “J.Lo.”
25: Years since Lopez was a backup dancer for New Kids on the Block in their performance of “Games” at the American Music Awards telecast in 1991.
6.1: Carats in the ring Ben Affleck gave Lopez when he proposed to her in November 2002 (the nuptials were called off before the planned ceremony the following September).
46: Lopez’s age.
46: Brody Dolyniuk’s age as of Feb. 7.
6: Dolyniuk’s appearances at the Smith Center after his “Symphonic Rock Show,” featuring Pink Floyd, The Who, Queen and Led Zeppelin on Feb. 4.
6: Instruments played by Dolyniuk.
18: Years of existence for Yellow Brick Road, the Las Vegas classic-rock band founded by Dolyniuk.
19: Years covering Dolyniuk’s performing career, including his stint as a dueling pianist at New York-New York’s Bar at Times Square.
100: Beatles songs Dolyniuk knows well enough to perform live.
Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino Catering to the young and modern crowd, Planet Hollywood is a one-stop shop for entertainment with its massive shopping mall, slew of restaurants, spacious casino and clubs.
The ambiance of the casino is retro-chic meets high-tech with black granite floors throughout and colorful LED lights throughout the space. The theme carries into the 100,000 square-foot casino with 250 flat screens topping off slot machines. The casino is also home to 87 tables, a sports book and a poker room.
There's also the Miracle Mile Shops, one Vegas' largest malls, with 140 stores including BCBG Max Azaria, bebe, Urban Outfitters and The Discovery Channel Store.
Following an afternoon of shopping, guests can satisfy their appetites at one of the gourmet restaurants in Planet Hollywood, like the non-traditional approach to steakhouses at Strip House or check out the exotic Far East motif at KOI restaurant and lounge. And if guests are still looking for more, they can spend the after hours at Privé, Triq or Krave nightclubs.
Perhaps one of the resorts biggest attractions came in March with the addition of "Peepshow." The naughty twist on the story of Little Bo Peep is modern-day spin on the run-of-the-mill Vegas topless review. The "Peepshow" stage has seen visiting celebs like Scary Spice Mel B, "Dancing with the Stars" Kelly Monaco and Playboy's Holly Madison.
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The Society Inc The Smith Center for the Performing Arts offers a blend of performances by resident companies and touring attractions. The 5-acre cultural campus features three performance spaces, which includes a main performance area with more than 2,000 seats. This downtown cultural center of Las Vegas looks to educate, entertain and excite community members.
OUR MISSION
To provide and preserve a high-quality performing arts center that is embraced by the community and recognized as a vital force by supporting artistic excellence, education and inspiration for all.
OUR GOALS
To entertain, educate, enrich and inspire the southern Nevada community.
FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
Thanks to the generous support of our dedicated founders, members, donors and community partners, The Smith Center continues to provide a wide variety of services for Southern Nevada residents, including access to world-class performances, inspirational Education and Outreach programs for students and teachers, and a unique space to host events, meetings and special occasions. Celebrating our fifth season, we depend upon public support to fulfill our mission and serve as the Heart of the Arts for many years to come.
With ticket sales covering just 75 percent of our operating budget for each season, the remaining 25 percent comes from the community we serve. Philanthropic support at all levels helps provide programming that entertains, educates, enriches and inspires. By giving to The Smith Center, you play a vital role in providing an important resource for our community.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
There are many opportunities to volunteer and play a direct role with your community's performing arts complex. Volunteers engage with staff and patrons to enhance experiences at The Smith Center, and can serve in various capacities including tour guide/docent, usher, security team member or community ambassador. As important members of The Smith Center team, volunteers help us remain financially sustainable and provide numerous services for the community. Please show your support for The Smith Center's mission by gifting your time and unique skills.
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Members' annual support provides crucial resources for The Smith Center's artistic programming, education opportunities and cultural enrichment each year. There are a variety of giving options and levels, and Members receive exclusive benefits and behind-the-scenes opportunities based on their level of support. To learn more, please visit www.thesmithcenter.com/support-us/members.
The Encore Society recognizes those generous donors who have included The Smith Center as a part of their estate plan. Corporate Sponsorship is available to companies to underwrite all, or part, of a program, performance or event.
Fanfare! is The Smith Center's young progressional networking organization, open to anyone with an interest in the performing arts who is between the ages of 21-40. And our Show Dedication allows for the celebration of an individual or special occasion with unique recognition opportunities during a specific performance.
SERVICE AREA
The Smith Center provides world-class performing arts and outreach and education throughout the Southern Nevada region.
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2012.
The organization originally formed in 1996 as the Las Vegas Performing Arts Center.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Myron G. Martin President and CEO Donald D. Snyder Chairman Dr. Keith Boman Vice Chairman Mark Tratos Secretary Michael Yackira Treasurer David Dunn Alan M. Feldman Richard Haddrill Fred Hipwell Nancy Houssels Todd-Avery Lenahan Scott MacTaggart Jerry Nadal John Nelson Richard Plaster Rory Reid Kim Sinatra Roger P. Thomas 4104 Cathedral Falls Ave North Las Vegas,
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