Wayne Newton: “Once Before I Go”
Photo Credit: Erik Kabik/RETNA
His name has long been synonymous with the city he calls home, and now Wayne Newton – Mr. Las Vegas – will celebrate his 50th year of entertaining audiences on The Strip with an all-new, limited engagement production, Once Before I Go, at Tropicana Las Vegas beginning October 14th. Tickets go on sale beginning September 23rd.
A celebration of 50 storied years as told by the man who shaped them, “Once Before I Go” is a rare opportunity to experience an iconic career through the entertainer’s own lens. No other performer has seen 50 years from center stage in the ever-changing city of Las Vegas and it’s likely none other ever will.
Once Before I Go is an intimate journey through a life spent on stage. From a shy 15-year-old just off the bus, to his place as one of America’s most celebrated entertainment icons, Once Before I Go is the story of Wayne Newton told by the man who is living it.
“Being the new kid on the block back in 1959, it is both exciting and artistically challenging that in 2009 I am able to do the kind of show I’ve always wanted to do here in my home town that I love,” said Newton. “It is the icing on the cake to bring this show to Tropicana Las Vegas at the request of my dear friend, Alex Yemenidjian.”
Once Before I Go will feature Newton with an exhilarating full orchestra, photos and video, the latest in theater technology and lots of surprises.
Once Before I Go will be performed Tuesday – Saturday at 8:30 pm in the Tiffany Theatre at Tropicana Las Vegas. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Tickets are priced at $79.99, $99.99 and the exclusive VIP Package for $149.99 plus tax and surcharge. The VIP Package includes a golden circle seat, a meet & greet with Wayne Newton and the opportunity to have a photo taken with the one and only Mr. Las Vegas.
Tickets for Once Before I Go can be purchased by calling the Tropicana Box Office at 702-739-2411 / 800-829-9034 or online at www.Tropicanalv.com. For more information about group and military discounts, please call the Tropicana Box Office.
Tags: Tropicana, Wayne Newton
September 25th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
Dear Mr. Wayne Newton,
I grew up in Roanoke, Virginia. It was always fun to drive past the house your family once lived in, because my parents would tell us “Wayne Newton used to live in that house.” I remember an album you released in the mid 60’s. My favorite song on the album was “God Is Alive.” Do you think you may be singing that in this show? If so, I’m going to have to buy a ticket.
Good luck to you.
Marilyn
Henderson, NV
September 26th, 2009 at 7:26 am
I’m so sorry to follow up on my own post. But, I woke up thinking “Oh my gosh, you aren’t supposed to wish good luck to a performer.”
So, please forgive me for that Mr. Newton.
I realize I am supposed to say “Break a Leg.” {*_*}
God Bless You!
Sincerely,
Marilyn
Henderson, NV
October 13th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
Dear Mr. Newton
I would like to thank you for giving so much joy and happiness to my 87 year old parents, who are currently travelling by train, to Las Vegas, to see you once again. My parents are staying at the Tropicana tonight, wednesday, and thursday. They are travelling to Las Vegas for the expressed purposed to see Wayne Newton again. It would in fact, be a culmination of all shows they have seen, to be able to meet you again. (Yes my mother, Millie met you years ago). If it were possible for you to seek my parents out, (Rusty and Millie Gower) and greet them in your show, it would be almost more than they would be able to stand. Thanks, for all they years of excellent entertainment. Jim Gower
October 13th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
Dear Mr. Newton
I would like to thank you for giving so much joy and happiness to my 87 year old parents, who are currently travelling by train, to Las Vegas, to see you once again. My parents are staying at the Tropicana tonight, wednesday, and thursday. They are travelling to Las Vegas for the expressed purposed to see Wayne Newton again. It would in fact, be a culmination of all shows they have seen, to be able to meet you again. (Yes my mother, Millie met you years ago). If it were possible for you to seek my parents out, (Rusty and Millie Gower) and greet them in your show, it would be almost more than they would be able to stand. Thanks, for all the years of excellent entertainment. Jim Gower