Actress, Comedian and Producer Whoopi Goldberg to Return to Treasure Island, 4/5

Whoopi Goldberg, who has been delighting audiences since the age of eight, will return to Treasure Island, April 5 at 9 p.m.

Goldberg began her career working in theater and creating characters that became "The Spook Show" and evolved into the hit Broadway show, Grammy Award-winning album and HBO special that helped launch her career. During her Broadway show, Goldberg grabbed the attention of Steven Spielberg who cast her in "The Color Purple," her first big-screen role. Since then she has starred in many other films including "Ghost," "How Stella Got Her Groove Back," "Girl, Interrupted" and will portray Calliope in her upcoming movie "Black Dog, Red Dog."

In 2002, Goldberg became part of a very elite group of artists who have won a Grammy ("Whoopi Goldberg"), an Academy Award ("Ghost"), a Golden Globe ("The Color Purple" and "Ghost"), an Emmy (as host of AMC's "Beyond Tara: The Extraordinary Life of Hattie McDaniel") and a Tony (as producer of "Thoroughly Modern Millie").

Goldberg has also penned many books including the children's book "Alice," the best-selling "Book," "Whoopi's Big Book of Manners" and "Sugar Plum Ballerinas."

Goldberg has appeared in a variety of television programs and hosted the Academy Awards. She currently serves as moderator of "The View" on ABC and recently guest starred on the television programs "Suburgatory," "The Middle," "666 Park Avenue" and "Glee."

Tickets are available starting at $69.95, plus tax and handling fees, and can be purchased by calling the box office at 866-712-9308 or 702-894-7722. Purchases can also be made on-line at www.treasureisland.com.

Treasure Island on the Las Vegas Strip is a privately owned hotel and casino and stands alone as the only major Strip property to claim that unique market position. Boasting nearly 3,000 guest rooms, Treasure Island is a world-class destination for headline entertainment, the enchanting Sirens of TI nightly outdoor show and Mystère, the classic Cirque du Soleil performance that combines the powerful athleticism, high-energy acrobatics and inspiring imagery that have become the company's hallmark. Upscale and casual dining choices, hip nightspots and indulgent spa and shopping experiences further complement the one-of-a-kind Treasure Island guest experience. For information or to make a reservation, call 800-288-7206 or visit www.treasureisland.com.