Wednesday, December 30, 2009

JOHN DiCROSTA HEADLINES RIVIERA COMEDY CLUB

JANUARY 4 - 10

John creates comedy from his original characters, not relying on established celebrities that most other comics work from. He is a popular audience warm-up performer in Los Angeles. John has also lent his voice to video games and has appeared in the films “Transformers: The Revenge of the Fallen” and “The Vaudevillian.”

RC Smith credits his mentors Don Rickles, Lenny Bruce and Gene Simmons as the most influential people in his life. He has warmed up audiences for “The Tony Danza Show,” “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” and “The Caroline Rhea Show.” He has performed with Dom Irrera, Jeff Altman, Jeff Dunham and Wendy Liebman.

Matt Champagne has appeared in numerous television shows such as “Monk,” “Will & Grace,” “Castle,” “Medium,” “CSI: Miami” and “Numbers.” He also appeared in the films “Superhero Movie” and “The Pentagon Wars.” A seasoned stand-up comedian, Matt has performed at the Hollywood Improv, Punchlines, Funnybone and Laughs Unlimited comedy clubs across the country.

Show times for the Riviera Comedy Club are 8:30 and 10 p.m. Tickets are $24.99 plus tax and fee. Ask about our dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office at (702) 794-9433, or go to www.rivierahotel.com. All guests must be at least 18 years of age.

Monday, December 14, 2009

KEN ROGERSON HEADLINES RIVIERA COMEDY CLUB

DECEMBER 28 – JANUARY 3

SPECIAL NEW YEAR’S EVE COMEDY CLUB

DECEMBER 31 9 P.M. $49.99 INCLUSIVE

UNLIMITED DRINKS PARTY FAVORS

The funniest man you’ve never heard of started his comedy career working the Chicago club circuit and the famed Second City. After touring with the improvisational troupe The Comedy Rangers, Ken moved east and became a central part of the now famous and infamous exploding Boston comedy scene, where he honed his stand-up act to a fine edge…”sharp enough to cut the head off a rabbit at thirty yards.”

Jim McCue, at six foot six, stands head and shoulders above the sea of ‘stick to the script’ club comedians. Jim blends thought provoking material and uncanny improv skills with a style that actually encourages audience participation. Jim has been featured on Comedy Central, Comcast Comedy Spotlight, the Boston Comedy festival, and most recently, entertaining our troops in Iraq.

Show times for the Riviera Comedy Club are 8:30 and 10 p.m. Tickets are $24.99 plus tax and fee. 9 p.m., $49.99 inclusive for December 31 only. Ask about our dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office at (702) 794-9433, or go to www.rivierahotel.com. All guests must be at least 18 years of age.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

The Riviera Hotel & Casino is proud to announce the opening of Rock Star The Tribute:

featuring famous musicians from rock bands of the 80’s and 90’s and fronts them with

incredible world-class tribute artists.

You will be taken back to a time ruled by legendary bands, beautiful women, and fast

riffs. Come and experience a show like no other, encompassing legendary music from the

likes of Led Zeppelin, The Doors, Heart, Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake,

Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, The Who, Foreigner, Queen, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts,

Van Halen, Pat Benatar, AC/DC, Journey, Bad Company, Guns and Roses and many

more!

Get Ready To Rock Out. The band for the first 90 days of performances will consist of

Brent Fitz (Alice Cooper & Vince Neil) drums, Rob Robbins (April Wine, Saga, Allanis

Morrisette) guitar, Mike Zsuter (Mr. Big & Lynch Mob) guitar, and Tony Montana of

(Great White) on bass.

In addition to the above entertainers five tribute artists will give performances you

will have to see to believe. These world class & incredible performers will pay homage

to: Joan Jett (Joan Jett & The Blackhearts) Steven Tyler (Aerosmith), Robert Plant (Led

Zeppelin), David Coverdale (Whitesnake), Ozzy Osbourne, Rod Stewart, and Bon Scott

of (AC/DC).

Show time is 8 p.m., nightly, dark Tuesday. Tickets are $39.99 Children (ages 5+) GA $49.99, Premium $69.99 (includes one well or fountain drink), and VIP $99.99 (includes a Meet & Greet, an 8x10 glossy photo or signed poster, and one well or fountain drink). All prices are base plus tax and fee. Ask about dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office toll free at 877-892-7469.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Rock Star The Tribute

Opens November 18th, 2009

At The Riviera Hotel & Casino

in The Mardi Gras Theatre

 Rock Star The Tribute features famous musicians from rock bands of the 80's and 90's and fronts them with incredible world class tribute artists.

Get Ready To Rock Out

Show Time: 8:00pm

DARK Tuesday

Friday, November 6, 2009

Mad Money Shopping Spree

November 19 - 23, 2009
Noon - 3 pm

Earn 300 points = $1 of Mad Money
Earning period November 24, 2008 - 3 pm November 23, 2009.

For additional details please call 800.637.5687 or 702.794.9571

Riviera Offers a wide variety of Entertainment

ANDREW DICE CLAY

November 4 - 5, 7 - 9, 11 - 15, 10:30 pm and November 30 – December 13, 10: 30 pm, dark Tuesday & Friday. $49.99 GA - $69.99 Premium - $99.99 VIP seating in the DICE PIT (includes a limited edition t-shirt). All prices plus tax & fee.

Dr. Scott Lewis, Outrageous Comedy Hypnotist

Mondays, 9 pm, $22.95 plus tax and fee. Le Bistro Theatre

America’s Tribute to Neil Diamond starring Jay White, Sunday – Thursday, 7 pm,

$59.00 plus tax and fee. Le Bistro Theatre

Barbra & Frank, The Concert That Never Was, Sunday, Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 pm, $59.95 plus tax and fee. VIP tickets are available. Le Bistro Theatre

ICE, The Show from Russia

Family show, Saturday – Thursday, 8 pm, Dark Friday, Versailles Theatre $76.77 plus tax and fee VIP seating plus Line Pass available - Dinner and show combinations are available

Crazy Girls, Las Vegas’ Sexiest Topless Revue

Wednesday – Monday, 9:00 pm, dark Tuesday, $50.45 plus tax and fee

Mardi Gras Entertainment Complex, 3rd Level

VIP seating plus Line Pass are available - Dinner and show combinations are available

Guests must be at least 18 years of age

The Riviera Comedy Club, Named #1 Comedy Club in Las Vegas 6 Years in a Row

8:30 & 10 pm, nightly, $24.99 plus tax and fee, Mardi Gras Entertainment Complex, 2nd Level

Dinner and show combinations are available - Guests must be at least 18 years of age

Upcoming comedians scheduled to appear in the Riviera Comedy Club:

November 23 – 29 JJ Walker, Stanley Ullman, Matt Morales

November 30 – December 6 Vic Dunlop, Bruce Clark, Eric Mackenroth

December 7 – 13 Dom Irrera, Mike Ivy, Lisa Mende

December 14 – 20 Mike Saccone, John Bizarre, Penny Tha Prince

December 21 – 27 Johnny Dark, Jodi Wiener, Vinnie Mark

For all Riviera shows, please call the Box Office toll free: 877-892-7469.

LARRY REEB HEADLINES THE RIVIERA COMEDY CLUB

NOVEMBER 16 - 22

Known as Uncle Lar, Larry Reeb is the wisecracking black sheep, politically incorrect relative everyone knows. Like any concerned relative, Uncle Lar just wants to help. So in his own twisted way he does. He gives you "tips". Uncle Lar offers tips on everything from marriage to lotteries to children. Always topping them off with, "That's a tip from your Uncle Lar." Larry’s homespun persona has been seen on A&E, the Playboy Channel, HBO, Showtime, ABC, FOX and WGN. He has opened for Jay Leno, Tim Allen, Kenny G., Elvis Costello, Joy Behar and Michael Bolton.

Buddy Flip has appeared on MTV, Comedy Central, HBO’s Comedy In The Park and on Sesame Street Live. In addition, he is also the television and radio spokesperson for White Post Farms in Long Island, New York. Leaving no stone unturned, Buddy loves sharing his silly and bizarre moments with his audience.

Joe Klocek has become one of San Francisco's most unique comics. With razor sharp wit he uses to 'work the crowd', Joe is in high demand at clubs and corporate functions. Raised in the Midwest, but now a confirmed San Francisco resident, Joe brings a refreshing look at life through the eyes of a class clown who reads too much.

Show times for the Riviera Comedy Club are 8:30 and 10 p.m. Tickets are $24.99 plus tax and fee. Ask about our dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office at (702) 794-9433, or go to www.rivierahotel.com. All guests must be at least 18 years of age.

Saturday, October 31, 2009

BILLY ELMER HEADLINES

RIVIERA COMEDY CLUB NOVEMBER 9 - 15

Billy Elmer’s comedic style can be seen in his unforgettable roles in “The Wedding Singer,” “Rock n’ Roll Mom,” “Inspector Gadget” and “Day Of The Dead.” Billy was awarded an exclusive spot on “The Tonight Show” during the final weeks of Johnny Carson’s reign. A regular headliner in Las Vegas and Atlantic City, Billy also performs before sell-out crowds at clubs and colleges across the nation.

Russ Rivas has played the Stanford Comedy House and Laffs Club circuits, as well as Froggy Bottoms (Lubbock, Texas), Pepperoni’s (Sioux City, Iowa) and Wise Crackers (Kankakee, Illinois). Rivas’ television credits include KTLA’s “Comedy Compadres,” PBS’ “Miss Fiesta Pageant” and Colorado’s “Hispanic Education Telethon.”

Joining this week’s line-up is comedienne Wendy Hammers. Wendy has extensive television and movie credits including “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “The Bernie Mac Show” and “All My Children.” She also co-hosts the “New Jewish Cuisine” show for the Jewish Television Network.

Show times for the Riviera Comedy Club are 8:30 and 10 p.m. Tickets are $24.99 plus tax and fee. Ask about our dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office at (702) 794-9433, or go to www.rivierahotel.com. All guests must be at least 18 years of age.

Friday, October 23, 2009

RIVIERA SHOWS

ANDREW DICE CLAY

October 12 - 25, 10:30 pm, dark Tuesday & Friday and November 4 - 5, 7 - 9, 11 - 15, 10:30 pm

$49.99 GA - $69.99 Premium - $99.99 VIP seating in the DICE PIT (includes a limited edition t-shirt). All prices plus tax & fee.

Dr. Scott Lewis, Outrageous Comedy Hypnotist

Mondays, 9 pm, $22.95 plus tax and fee. Le Bistro Theatre

America’s Tribute to Neil Diamond starring Jay White, Sunday – Thursday, 7 pm,

$59.00 plus tax and fee. Le Bistro Theatre

Barbra & Frank, The Concert That Never Was, Sunday, Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 pm, $59.95 plus tax and fee. VIP tickets are available. Le Bistro Theatre

ICE, The Show from Russia

Family show, Saturday – Thursday, 8 pm, Dark Friday, Versailles Theatre $76.77 plus tax and fee VIP seating plus Line Pass available - Dinner and show combinations are available

Crazy Girls, Las Vegas’ Sexiest Topless Revue

Wednesday – Monday, 9:00 pm, dark Tuesday, $50.45 plus tax and fee

Mardi Gras Entertainment Complex, 3rd Level

VIP seating plus Line Pass are available - Dinner and show combinations are available

Guests must be at least 18 years of age

The Riviera Comedy Club, Named #1 Comedy Club in Las Vegas 6 Years in a Row

8:30 & 10 pm, nightly, $24.99 plus tax and fee, Mardi Gras Entertainment Complex, 2nd Level

Dinner and show combinations are available - Guests must be at least 18 years of age

Upcoming comedians scheduled to appear in the Riviera Comedy Club:

November 9 – 15 Billy Elmer, Russ Rivas, Wendy Hammers

November 16 – 22 Larry Reeb, Buddy Flip, Joe Klocek

November 23 – 29 JJ Walker, Stanley Ullman, Matt Morales

November 30 – December 6 Vic Dunlop, Bruce Clark, Eric Mackenroth

December 7 – 13 Dom Irrera, Mike Ivy, Lisa Mende

For all Riviera shows, please call the Box Office toll free: 877-892-7469.

RIVIERA COMEDY CLUB NOVEMBER 2 - 8

DERRICK CAMERON HEADLINES

Derrick became a regular at the Comedy Store in La Jolla, and The Improv in San Diego. Since then, he has appeared on NBC’s “The Tonight Show With Jay Leno,” Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend,” BET’s “Comic View,” VH1’s “Stand Up Spotlight,” A&E’s “Comedy On The Road” and MTV’s “Comedy Hour.” The Riviera welcomes Derrick in his return engagement at the resort.

Joining in on the fun this week is comic veteran Rob Magnotti. Having his vocal skills down to a science, Rob transforms into Adam Sandler, Al Pacino, Ray Romano, Nicholas Cage, Kramer and George W. Bush just to name a few. Rob appeared in the Ron Howard movie “A Beautiful Mind” and NBC’s “Law and Order: SVU.” His television credits include NBC’s “Conan O’Brien,” and “Last Comic Standing,” CBS’ “Late Night With David Letterman” and several appearances on cable’s Comedy Central.

Paul Morrissey will round out the comedic trio. In 2005, Paul was selected to perform at the HBO Comedy Festival in Las Vegas. He also appeared on CBS’ “The Late, Late Show With Craig Ferguson.” “Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen” and has been a guest on the nationally syndicated “Bob & Tom Show” and the “Ron & Fez Show” on XM/Sirius Satellite Radio.

Show times for the Riviera Comedy Club are 8:30 and 10 p.m. Tickets are $24.99 plus tax and fee. Ask about our dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office at (702) 794-9433, or go to www.rivierahotel.com. All guests must be at least 18 years of age.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Comedy Club

Voted Best Comedy Club in Las Vegas 6 years in a row!! Las Vegas' Original Comedy Showcase, features America's hottest comedians in an intimate nightclub setting. With its incredible line-up of talent, the Riviera Comedy Club is guaranteed to leave you laughing.
The Riviera Comedy Club is open seven day a week and there are two performances nightly at 8:30 pm and 10:00 pm.
This weeks line up includes Kathleen Dunbar, D'Lai and Sean Corvelle. Next week join: Diane Ford, Ben Creed and Matt Markman.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Weekly Cash and Free Play Drawings

Wednesdays, October 7 – December 30

4:00 pm, Club Riviera

One $500 CASH Winner

Five $100 FREE SLOT PLAY Winners

1. Club Riviera members are eligible and must be present to win. Each entrant will receive one free entry. Present your players card to Club Riviera to register.

2. Registration will be held at Club Riviera on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until Wednesday at 3 pm.

3. Additional entries may be earned until the drawing time, based upon recorded slot play at the rate of 1 entry for every 100 points earned. Earning period is 8 am Thursday to 3 pm on the drawing date.

4. Entries for one drawing will not be carried over to the next week and are nontransferable. Each entrant must register for each drawing.

5. Drawings will be held at 4 pm in Club Riviera.

6. Players may win only one prize. Players drawn more than once will keep the better prize and a new winner will be drawn for the previous (lesser) prize.

7. Valid identification and social security number will be required to claim prizes.

8. Cash & Free Slot Play will be awarded immediately at the drawing time.

9. In the event of a dispute, management’s decision is final and further reserves all rights in perpetuity.

10. Employees and members of their families are prohibited from participating in this promotion.

Friday, October 2, 2009

Limited Engagement



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Jeff Abraham/Jonas PR (310) 656-3355


Andrew Dice Clay has made a career out of being the most outrageous and dangerous comic of his time. Dice shocked audiences and broke the rules with a never before seen style of hardcore comedy which has never been equalled to this day.


Dice’s rise to fame was meteoric and unparalleled – with sold-out arena tours across the country including two nights at Madison Square Garden, multi-platinum selling albums, starring roles in films and countless TV specials. At the same time, he was blackballed by the industry and became the man to hate by every politically conservative group in the States and beyond. And who could forget his “lifetime ban” from MTV because of his “profane language and offensive jokes” at the Video Music Awards?


Often referred to as the Rocky of Comedy, Dice is now ready to take back his crown. Just recently, Dice made the industry stand up and take notice when he literally hijacked “The Pollstar Awards” & HBO’s “Down & Dirty.” Since then, the accolades and demand have been non-stop.


Don’t miss this rare opportunity to catch the Man who is putting the SIN back in the CITY at the Riviera Hotel and Casino. Tickets are $49.99 GA, $69.99 Premium, and $99.99 VIP Dice Pit (includes a limited edition T-Shirt). All prices are base plus tax and fee. Ask about dinner/show combinations. For more information call the Riviera Box Office toll free at 877-892-7469. Dark days vary


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For interviews and more information contact:

Jeff Abraham at Jonas PR · (310) 656-3355 or jeff@jonaspr.com



Lucky Dog Sweepstakes

Sunday, October 4 at noon will be the last Lucky Dog of 2009. 100 points earned from June 8 - October 4 at 11 am will received one entry.

$10,000 in CASH
$10,000 in Free Slot Play
$13,400 in Prizes

Register at Club Riviera before 11 am on October 4.

Good Luck!


Thursday, October 1, 2009

Las Vegas is the premier entertainment destination in the world. At the epicenter of this glitz, glamour and excitement is the Riviera, serving up an array of nightly entertainment with a variety of shows in five showrooms.









Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Thank you!

Betty, Jim, Ruby and Velma say "Thanks for the great pool party. We had a great time and see you next year!"

Monday, September 21, 2009

thank you

Dear Sirs,

My brother and I come out the first weekend of football season each year to Vegas to wager on football.

This year we decided to stay at the Riviera, I have stayed at many Hotels on the strip from the Bellagio on the high end to Circus Circus .

After our stay we feel that the Riviera is the best value for our money. Your rooms were very clean and the people that worked at the Riviera were very friendly.

I do not want you to think I am happy because I won a lot of money because I did not. that's Vegas, I just wanted to thank you for what I feel was a good value. We eat at Kristophers the food was excellent the service was good and our waiter did a great job, everyone I met on your staff were very friendly including the lady who takes the money at the buffet,and we enjoyed Leroys and the shows.

Thanks for a fun time and we will see you next year!

Best Regards

Tim
St Louis Mo.

Recent Stay

Hello,

My name is John, and my wife and I just returned from a week's stay in your hotel. I wanted to take this opportunity to tell you all what a wonderful time we had. At first I was a little hesitant to book my stay there because of all the bad comments posted on the net. I'm glad I didn't listen to them. From the moment we checked in till the time we left, it was an absolute wonderful experience.

All of the staff we interacted with were courteous and friendly - from the housekeepers to the casino personnel to the coctail waitresses - everyone had a smile. We visited several other casinos while there, but ended up doing the bulk of our gaming at the Riviera just because of the staff. Special thank you to Bruce the blackjack dealer who was more than patient with us while we learned the new hybrid dealer/computer blackjack game. We really enjoyed this game even though it was new and you are probably still testing it out. It was very nice not to have to worry with constantly keeping an eye on your chips while you bet, plus it lets the player be more in control of the pace of the game. I hope you keep this system. Also kudos to the pit boss of that area (didn't catch his name but think it was Paul).

We stayed in the Monaco tower and were very happy with our room. It was obviously recently remodeled, and always well-kept. I have a bad back and usually can't sleep through the night on most hotel beds - but slept like a baby while there. Very comfortable mattresses.

All in all it was one of our most pleasant trips to Vegas, and you can bet we will return to stay at the Riviera again. Thanks again to all who made our stay so enjoyable!

- John & Eli

Ladson, SC

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Just wanted to let the Riviera staff and hotel know that this was my second trip to the Riviera and I was very pleased for the second straight year. I come to vegas every year for March Maddness on the third week of March on wedenesday, and this was by far the best trip I have been on. The hotel staff was very friendly and the room was very claen and and updated, I stayed in the Monaco tower for the second straight year and would recomend to any of my friends or family. Again, just a thank you and will be looking foward to next year.
Steve

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Wanted to send a quick email to all of the staff of the Riviera to say thanks for a great week in Vegas.

Our names are Kristie and Huey, and we stayed in room 6002 from 1/30/09-2/5/09.

This is the first time in vegas that we have had that much fun.

Firstly, my husband Huey gambles quite a bit of money in the pit at the tables etc….He was treated with class A service from everyone, especially Mr Lioce I believe his name was.

The comps were great, the food, dealers, waiters, housekeeping, and overall stay was way above expectations.

Thanks for keeping it like the old days. You made us feel at home. (even though we lost money) -)

Thanks again.

Huey and Kristie
Springfield Missouri

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

A pleasant experience!

My husband and I were just visitors to The Riviera during the CES trade show weekend.

Even though we are fortunate enough to be able to afford any and every hotel/casino on the strip,
we chose The Riviera for its proximity to the convention center. And we won’t fail to mention that
the price was more than fair! We are frequent visitors to Las Vegas, sometimes visiting more than
4 times a year, and have stayed at all of the high end, high profile properties. I just wanted your
management and staff to know what a pleasant stay we had at the Riviera. We had everything
we needed and better service than we’ve experienced in a long time.

With many, many people experiencing tough times due to the economy, your employees show
only positive and enthusiastic attitudes in their job positions. We were met with smiles and pleasant
greetings everywhere we went in the hotel and casino. It was wonderful. And quite different from
what we experience in other places in Las Vegas.

Our breakfast trip to the buffet on Saturday the 10th of January was better than expected due to the
cheery outlook and warm reception we received from one of the table attendants/bus persons by
the name of “Mitch”. He is an older gentleman with one of the best dispositions we’ve ever encountered.
Asking us how we were and what else he could get for us went above and beyond what we expected as
he was so busy cleaning up after the “rush” of earlier diners. We exchanged pleasantries that made us feel
appreciated and respected as patrons of The Riviera. It is our hope that our comments will be shared with Mitch
by management, since we believe that this individual is a valuable asset to your team of employees. There aren’t
many people like Mitch today…anywhere. To us, he is a 5 star individual. And we will be back to visit The Riviera
due to his kindness to all who do chose your hotel/casino.

Thanks again, and please share our thoughts with Mitch. He made our weekend!
Our Best,
Valerie & Alexander
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Friday, January 2, 2009

We wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our recent stay with you. We
have stayed at your hotel several times in the past and have always been
pleased with our accommodations. The newly renovated rooms were
terrific. The staff was friendly as usual and we had a great time.
So many times people are quick to write when they have a complaint. We
just thought we should let you know what a great job you are doing.
We hope we can enjoy your hospitality some time in the future.
Thanks again.
Doug and Sandy
Isanti, MN