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Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015 | 11:07 a.m.
Like the Bourbon Room at the center of the musical’s plot, “Rock of Ages” refuses to die.
Formally announced today is the oft-reported (beginning with the information reported in this space in mid-October) that “Rock of Ages” is moving to the Rio. The show opens Jan. 25 at the newly named Rock of Ages Theater, formerly Crown Theater (and originally Club Rio) after closing Jan. 3 at the Venetian.
The show will run 7:30 nightly, with tickets at $59 to $149, plus applicable taxes and fees, and on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at (702) 777-2782 and RockofAgesVegas.com.
The theater was most recently home to “Duck Commander Musical,” which closed in May after a seven-week run. The theater underwent a significant and not-inexpensive upgrade for that show.
“Rock of Ages” will likely have to adjust scenes to properly play in its new venue, which is set mostly in the round. There have been no announcements of cast changes, and the production is in an open-ended run at the Rio.
There has been no formal announcement of what will be booked into the now-former “Rock of Ages” theater at the Venetian, although there has been conversation on the scene about a new musical moving into that space.
The venue was home to Blue Man Group before “Rock of Ages” opened in December 2012.
“ ‘Rock of Ages’ has rocked the Strip for three years in what’s been a terrific run,” Scott Armstrong, VP and managing producer of BASE Entertainment, said today in a news release. That company, along with S2BN Entertainment, produces “Rock of Ages.”
“We’re thrilled for this new chapter and look forward to rocking even more guests by joining the Caesars Entertainment family at the Rio.”
Also in the news release, Rio General Manager Dan Walsh said: “We are excited to welcome ‘Rock of Ages’ to the Rio early next year.
“The Rio has a long history of hosting some of the most exciting entertainers in Las Vegas, and we look forward to offering another top-notch iconic show to our guests at the Rock of Ages Theater.”
Carnival lasts all year at the Rio. With a float occasionally passing overhead and dropping beads while feathered dancers fire up the gamblers below, the Rio tries to keep its 120,000-square foot casino jumping with excitement. Special Brazilian mixed-drinks are also served throughout the casino. The hotel suites tend to be larger than similar priced rooms on the Strip and many offer excellent views with floor to ceiling windows.
The Rio offers some quality shows like "Penn & Teller" and "Chippendales." Many come to the Rio for the nightlife at the VooDoo Lounge, located on the 51st floor, or McFadden's Irish Pub on the casino level.
Others come for a bit relaxation at the Rio Spa or pool area and still others come to shop at the hotel's 60,000 square feet of shops. In each of these endeavors, the Rio attempts to make the experience a bit more fun and spontaneous.
The Rio also offers guests a variety of dining choices from all-American food at the All-American Bar & Grille to Gaylord India Restaurant for something a little spicier and even Carnival World Buffet for the indecisive.
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