A thorn among the roses: With REO Speedwagon at the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, September 29, 2017. ... continue reading...
THROWBACK THURSDAY!
The wonderful Mary Wilson on "Lunchtime With Ira" (1/29/07) talking about her long career, beginning with The Supremes; the first time the group performed in Las Vegas (and meeting Pearl Bailey); reviewing “Dreamgirls”; saluting Florence Ballard; writing her autobiography; and working on legislation to protect artists from groups claiming to be them. ... continue reading...
THROW BACK THURSDAY!
Boyd Gaming Corporation Executive Chairman Bill Boyd and gaming consultant John Blink were guests on my show, “Lunchtime With Ira” at the (then) Las Vegas Hilton (11/10/08), where they talked about the book. "California Hotel and Casino, Hawaii’s Home Away From Home," the story of the development of the property in Downtown Las Vegas as a magnet for the untapped market in the 50th state. ... continue reading...
Ars Gratia Artis…and Vegas’, too!
What’s “Made in Vegas”? Actually. several products are manufactured here, but now it’s time for art itself to roll off the creative assembly line (decent metaphor?). Park West Fine Art Museum & Gallery is on the hunt for Las Vegas' next great artist with their inaugural "Made in Vegas" artist competition. Las Vegas-based artists can submit their original works (through July 25) for the shot at a year-long contract with Park West Gallery, the world's largest art dealer. It’s an ... continue reading...
THROW BACK THURSDAY!
Music icon Tony Bennett appears as a guest on my old show, “Lunchtime With Ira” at the (then) Las Vegas Hilton (10/20/08), where he talks about the composers and lyricists of the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s who created the Great American Songbook, and one of his favorite memories of Las Vegas. ... continue reading...
A PERFECT JULY 4TH!
This represents what America stands for: Two cultures complementing (and complimenting) each other in Las Vegas. Chef Francisco at Downtown Las Vegas' Madero Street Tacos has created these Red White & Blue tortillas to celebrate Independence Day! Since they are closed Sundays, these handmade tortillas will be available one day only, Saturday July 3. ... continue reading...
THROW BACK THURSDAY!
The great Gary Owens (circa early ‘80s) being intensively interviewed (but not from Beautiful Downtown Burbank) by the dapper younger me. ... continue reading...
THROW BACK THURSDAY!
Comedy Magician Nathan Burton appears as a guest on my old show, "Lunchtime With Ira" in the Tempo Lounge at the (then) Las Vegas Hilton. ... continue reading...
THROW BACK THURSDAY!
WHO’S PLAYING SECOND FIDDLE TO WHOM? My starring role in “The Electric Horseman” playing opposite (or should I say behind?) Robert Redford in the convention scene at Caesars Palace. My blink-of-an-eye appearance was highly rated by all who missed it. ... continue reading...
