Legendary entertainer Wayne Newton prolongs engagement at Flamingo Las Vegas, reveals new performance dates.
Vegas Mainstay, Wayne Newton, Announces Extended Residency
Known as Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton shows no signs of slowing down, adding 62 more dates to his ongoing performances at the renowned Flamingo Las Vegas. His captivating "Wayne: Up Close and Personal" show will keep audiences entranced until June 12, 2024. This milestone marks 65 years since Newton first graced a Las Vegas stage.
Back to His Roots
Wayne's Vegas story began in 1959, when, at age 15, he and his brother Jerry, billed as the Newton Brothers, set foot on the Las Vegas stage at the Carnival Room in the Fremont Hotel. A booking agent, smitten by their TV show in Phoenix, played a key role in their debut.
Looking back, Newton mused, "I thought Vegas would just be a big flamingo standing there, with elevators going up the legs. I had no inkling of what Las Vegas was about."
A Legacy of Shows
From that fateful day, Wayne Newton has performed over 50,000 shows, entertaining more than 40 million people in Sin City. Although there won't be a performance on his anniversary, the iconic performer will take the stage on May 18 and 20, paying tribute to his remarkable journey.
One emotional moment that stands out for Newton was during the T-Mobile Arena's grand opening in 2016. "I decided to pay tribute to all those who made Las Vegas what it is today," he shared. "When I sang 'My Way,' everyone turned on their phone lights. I was overwhelmed, realizing I'd been crying when it was over."
For fans eager to witness this living legend, tickets are available starting at $82 plus fees on caesars.com/shows.
Insights: Newton, a Las Vegas staple since 15, has been performing in Sin City since the early 60s, most recently in Bugsy’s Cabaret at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino [5][FAQs]. He started at the Carnival Room in the Fremont Hotel at age 15 [2][FAQs]. Newton has performed over 50,000 shows in Las Vegas [FAQs] and has entertained over 40 million people. Although not mentioned in the article, T-Mobile Arena opened its doors in 2016 [1].
- In his 65-year career, Wayne Newton has performed over 50,000 shows in Las Vegas, entertaining more than 40 million people.
- Newton began his Las Vegas story in 1959, at the Carnival Room in the Fremont Hotel, where he and his brother Jerry performed as the Newton Brothers.
- Despite not performing on his anniversary, the iconic performer, known as Mr. Las Vegas, will pay tribute to his remarkable journey on May 18 and 20.
- As part of the casino-and-gambling entertainment scene in Las Vegas, Wayne Newton recently added 62 more dates to his ongoing performances at the Flamingo Las Vegas.
