Celine Dion has canceled fall dates for her new Las Vegas residency at Resorts World Theatre due to “severe and persistent muscle spasms,” a condition being evaluated by her medical team.
The singer posted a statement on her website today announcing the cancelation of the scheduled performances from November 5 to 20, 2021, and January 19 to February 5, 2022. The residency was to have opened on November 5.
“I’m heartbroken by this,” said Dion in the statement. “My team and I have been working on our new show for the past eight months, and to not be able to open this November saddens me beyond words. My partners at Resorts World Las Vegas and Aeg have been working around the clock to get this brand-new state-of-the-art theatre ready, and it’s absolutely beautiful. I feel so bad that I’m letting them down, and I’m especially sorry for disappointing all the fans who’ve...
The singer posted a statement on her website today announcing the cancelation of the scheduled performances from November 5 to 20, 2021, and January 19 to February 5, 2022. The residency was to have opened on November 5.
“I’m heartbroken by this,” said Dion in the statement. “My team and I have been working on our new show for the past eight months, and to not be able to open this November saddens me beyond words. My partners at Resorts World Las Vegas and Aeg have been working around the clock to get this brand-new state-of-the-art theatre ready, and it’s absolutely beautiful. I feel so bad that I’m letting them down, and I’m especially sorry for disappointing all the fans who’ve...
- 10/19/2021
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
The wording of Aeg’s release about the restructuring is bitter cold: The company “has ended its relationship with Randy Phillips, the CEO of Aeg Live, and is restructuring the management of that live entertainment subsidiary” it said. There’s no word of thanks — or anything about what happened, or will happen, with Phillips, who joined Aeg Live in 2002 and last year signed a five-year contract. The announcement says that Jay Marciano, who was COO, is now chairman and will oversee a team in La of Paul Tollett, John Meglen, Shawn Trell and Rick Mueller. “I look forward to my greater involvement with the enormously talented Aeg Live Team in continuing to invest and grow one of Aeg’s most important divisions,” Marciano says. Billboard’s industry specialist Ray Waddell reports that Aeg is the world’s No. 2 concert promoter, behind Live Nation, and has grossed $1.1B in ticket sales...
- 11/25/2013
- by DAVID LIEBERMAN, Financial Editor
- Deadline TV
Aeg Live experienced a structural shakeup on Monday, with CEO Randy Phillips departing the company. As part of the entertainment company’s managerial restructuring, Jay Marciano, chief operating officer of Aeg, will now assume the position of chairman of Aeg Live, with a more active role in the management of that division. Also read: Michael Jackson Wrongful Death Trial: Aeg Live Found Not Liable Marciano will oversee an executive team in Los Angeles led by Paul Tollett, John Meglen, Shawn Trell and Rick Mueller. Tollett, a newly appointed member of Aeg Live’s board, has been named CEO and president of Goldenvoice,...
- 11/25/2013
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
As part of a major executive restructuring, Randy Phillips, CEO of Aeg Live, is leaving the live-events giant, it was announced on Monday, Nov. 25. Jay Marciano, COO of Aeg, has been appointed chairman of Aeg Live and will supervise a Los Angeles-based executive team led by Paul Tollett, John Meglen, Shawn Trell and Rick Mueller. Tollett has been named CEO and president of Goldenvoice and will have a broader role in the management of Aeg Live’s business as a member of the company’s board. Photos: Wango Tango 2013: Bruno Mars, Miguel, Fall Out Boy, Demi Lovato Perform
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- 11/25/2013
- by THR Staff
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Bunim/Murray Productions, Aeg Live/Aeg Network Live, and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas are shopping a new documentary series, Living with Def Leppard. The multi-episode project will take viewers into the world of the rock band via the Viva Hysteria! Concerts, which took place earlier this year at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel. Bunim-Murray and Aeg Network Live filmed performances of the 35-year-old band and moments from the band members’ point of view. The series also incorporates interviews with Def Leppard fans. It’s the band’s story told by the band, explained the producers, who think it has the potential to become a signature series which will showcase multiple bands. “This is sure to set a precedent for a new genre of TV custom made for the ultimate rock fans,” said John Meglen, president and co-ceo of Concerts West/Aeg Live.
- 7/22/2013
- by THE DEADLINE TEAM
- Deadline TV
Las Vegas, Nevada (X17online) - Celine Dion is back in Vegas headlining a new show at The Colosseum, but when she takes a break later this year, country superstar Shania Twain is thinking about filling in. John Meglen, president of Aeg, admits "those talks are ongoing." As for Celine, Meglen adds, "This is now the songs the fans want and the show they expect. The first show we presented was a collaborative -- part Franco Dragone -- but this is all Celine, 100 percent. She has transcended the level of superstar and moved on to become legendary." Dion's new show will pay tribute to old Hollywood while including her number one hits. The singer has sold more than 200 million albums to date. Shania Twain has yet to confirm whether she'll be filling in for Dion in Vegas. ShaniaTwain.com...
- 3/17/2011
- x17online.com
After three years of headlining her show in Vegas, Cher has announced the final curtain for her shows. The multi-award-winning performer will end her three-year residency at The Caesars Palace's The Colosseum on February 5, 2011.
The show, simply titled "Cher," boasts the talents of choreographer and director Doriana Sanchez, who brings the singer's vision to life using 16 dancers and aerialists, videos, special effects, and grand set designs.
Cher will have performed around 200 shows during the course of her three-year residency, which began on May 6, 2009.
John Meglen, co-ceo of Aeg Live/Concerts West said, "Cher is an entertainment legend. We are delighted that she has called The Colosseum at Caesars Palace home for three years. We wish her luck in future endeavors and thank her and the cast and crew for their dedication."...
The show, simply titled "Cher," boasts the talents of choreographer and director Doriana Sanchez, who brings the singer's vision to life using 16 dancers and aerialists, videos, special effects, and grand set designs.
Cher will have performed around 200 shows during the course of her three-year residency, which began on May 6, 2009.
John Meglen, co-ceo of Aeg Live/Concerts West said, "Cher is an entertainment legend. We are delighted that she has called The Colosseum at Caesars Palace home for three years. We wish her luck in future endeavors and thank her and the cast and crew for their dedication."...
- 9/22/2010
- icelebz.com
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