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Photo Flash: RAIDING THE ROCK Debuts at New Tropicana Las Vegas

By: Nov. 11, 2014
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"Raiding the Rock Vault" celebrated its debut at The New Tropicana Las Vegas on Friday, Nov. 7, with a star-studded red carpet event, where Las Vegas celebrities joined rock legends for a special kick-off party. The sold-out show, which pays homage to rock's greatest hits from the '60s, '70s and '80s, was met with standing ovations by the enthusiastic audience who welcomed the show to its new home at the Tropicana Theater.

"Las Vegas locals and visitors have welcomed 'Raiding the Rock Vault' with open arms," said producer Sir Harry Cowell. "We'll continue to bring the best of classic rock to audiences in our brand new home, the Tropicana Theater."

Among the guests in attendance at the red carpet event were Jan Rouven, Eric Jordan Young ("Shakin'"), Murray Sawchuck, Chloe Crawford ("FANTASY"), screenwriter Mylo Carbia, Ricardo Laguna, fashion designer Remo Tulliani, Jarrett & Raja, fashion designer Tatyana Khomyakova, cast members from "Counting Cars," comedian Lenny Windsor, singers Ben Stone and Jasmine Trias, and more.

"Raiding the Rock Vault" was named Reader's Choice Best of Las Vegas 2014 by the Las Vegas Review-Journal and has consistently been ranked the No. 1 Performance in Las Vegas on TripAdvisor.

The show's all-star lineup includes Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Howard Leese [Guitar] (Heart), Robin McAuley [Lead Vocals] (MSG, Survivor), Doug Aldrich [Guitar] (Whitesnake, Dio), Paul Shortino [Lead Vocals] (Rough Cutt, Quiet Riot), Jay Schellen [Drums] (Badfinger, Asia), Andrew Freeman [Lead Vocals and Guitars] (Lynch Mob, The Offspring), Michael T. Ross [Keyboards] (Lita Ford, Hardline), Hugh McDonald [Bass] (Bon Jovi), and outstanding female vocalists Carol-Lyn Liddle (Masters of Rock) and Stephanie Calvert (Starship).

"Raiding the Rock Vault" brings the history of rock 'n' roll to life, featuring classic anthems by the biggest acts in music, including The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Doors, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Free, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Boston, Kansas, U2, Aerosmith, Van Halen, AC/DC, Pat Benatar, Foreigner, Heart, Journey, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, Supertramp and many more.

"Raiding the Rock Vault" performs Friday-Wednesday at 9 p.m., with tickets ranging from $59-$99 plus taxes and fees. A Rock Star Package is also available for $135 plus taxes and fees, which includes VIP tickets, a VIP Pass, a meet and greet with the rock stars prior to the show, and a two-CD set and concert program.

For tickets, please call 800.829.9034 or visit the Tropicana Las Vegas Show Tickets desk or TropLV.com.

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage

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Performers

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Paul Shortino

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Michael T. Ross

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Jay Schellen

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Hugh McDonald

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Doug Aldrich



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