Danny Gans' Death Was Accidental; Caused By Painkiller
by Charlie Piane
- Jun 9, 2009
The AP is reporting that the death of Singer-Impressionist Danny Gans, a staple on the Las Vegas Strip, was accidental, according to a coroner's statement released today. Clark County Coroner Mike Murphy said Gans' passing was caused by prescription painkiller Dilaudid.
STAGE TUBE: Danny Gans & Donny Osmond: An ET Tribute
by Eddie Varley
- May 1, 2009
Singer-Impressionist Danny Gans, a staple on the Las Vegas Strip, has died at age 52. Entertainment Tonight features an interview with Donny Osmond with his late friend Danny Gans. ET reached back into their archives to bring this touching video of Donny with his friend and producer to audiences.
STAGE TUBE: Danny Gans - A Las Vegas Tribute
by Eddie Varley
- May 1, 2009
Danny Gans appeared on Broadway in 1995's 'Danny Gans on Broadway: The Man of Many Voices.' Shortly after his Broadway engagement, Gans found success in Las Vegas, headlining at the Stratosphere Hotel and later the Rio Hotel.
Las Vegas Headliner Danny Gans Dead At 52
by Charlie Piane
- May 1, 2009
Singer-Impressionist Danny Gans, a staple on the Las Vegas Strip, has died at age 52. A cause of death is unknown, however a 911 call was placed at 3:44am stating Gans was 'having trouble breathing.' Gans had already passed away by the time paramedics arrived.
'DROWSY' Star Martin Gets 'Night Fever' with New BEE GEES Musical Project
by Eddie Varley
- Dec 18, 2008
The Las Vegas Review Journal is reporting that 'Drowsy Chaperone' Tony winner Bob Martin is working with Las Vegas titan Steve Wynn in developing a treatment for a new musical based on the music of the Bee Gees. Martin is currently working as the book writer on the LA bound Charles Strouse musical MINSKY'S which opens February 6, 2009, at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre and continues through March 1 (previews begin January 21).
Jersey Boys Comes To Las Vegas: 'Oh What A Night'
by Ellen Sterling
- May 6, 2008
It has finally happened. A hit Broadway musical - a Tony® Award-winner - has arrived in Las Vegas and it is the closest thing to both a Broadway experience and a genuine hit Broadway show this city has ever seen.
Yes, we have a terrific Spamalot (or, we do until it closes in July), a breathtaking Phantom and Mamma Mia! just celebrated a record five-year run here. But none of them quite manages to do what Jersey Boys does.
Spamalot is funny and true to the spirit of the original, but it runs a mere 90 minutes.
Webber Pens Song for 'La Reve' at Wynn Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 6, 2007
TheStripPodcast.com reports legendary musical theatre composer, Andrew Lloyd Webber, has penned a song for Le Reve after seeing the water-spectacular at the Wynn Las Vegas.
O'Hurley is Arthur in Vegas Spamalot, Opening March 31
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 12, 2007
John O'Hurley has been crowned as King Arthur in the upcoming Las Vegas production of Monty Python's Spamalot, which will begin previews at the Wynn Las Vegas on March 8th and open on March 31st
BWW Turns its Spotlight on Vegas: A Chat with Michael Gill
by Robert Diamond
- Mar 15, 2006
One of the hottest topics today, in the world of theatre business, is the increasing trend of Broadway shows setting up shop in Las Vegas. BroadwayWorld.com now turns it spotlight to the desert...and it seemed like the perfect time to chat with Michael Gill. Widely considered to be the leading expert at this crossroads of Broadway and Vegas, Gill reveals what makes a Broadway show desireable for transfer. He also talks about his current and upcoming productions, such as Hairspray and Phantom. Here is an insider's take on the Vegas theatre business and much more.
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