The glitz, glamour and humor of life behind the scenes of a stage show comes to life at Silver Legacy Resort Casino with “Secrets of an Old Showgirl” showing on March 2 and 9 at 2 p.m.  This a one-of-a-kind docu-tainment style show giving audience members a backstage pass full of laughs at the Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club!

Back by popular demand, “Secrets of an Old Showgirl” is a unique, creative, entertaining and educational look at the world of show business.   Watch as narrator Karen Burns transforms from a girl in a bathrobe and bunny slippers to a full-fledged feather and rhinestone showgirl.  From her early days as a ski instructor, to professional dancer and entertainment business entrepreneur, hear the humorous stories of her experience behind the scenes.

In addition to “Secrets of an Old Showgirl” Karen also presents the original MGM costumes from the production “Hello, Hollywood, Hello.”  Heralded by the San Francisco Chronicle and New York Times and studied by the Costume Society of America, these iconic pieces are even more dazzling in person.   

For big laughs see Karen Burns in “Secrets of an Old Showgirl” on March 2 and 9 at 2 p.m. at Silver Legacy’s Catch A Rising Star Comedy Club. Tickets are $25 which includes 2 glasses of champagne.  To reserve seats call 1-800-MUST-SEE (678-8733) or 775-325-7401 or visit www.silverlegacy.com.

- Diana Rogers

The Eldorado’s acrobatic spectacular “Le Grand Cirque” is being extended through November 13 by popular demand!  Don’t miss the show everyone has been talking about!  Voted “Reno’s Best Show” in the 2010 Reno News and Review’s reader’s poll, “Le Grand Cirque” is one of the most awe-inspiring performances to ever hit Northern Nevada. 

“Le Grand Cirque” will captivate you from the beginning with death defying aerial stunts and mesmerizing feats of human strength and grace.  Audiences of all ages are raving this is a show that keeps you sitting on the edge of your seat one moment and gets you laughing the next. 

Garnering stunning reviews around the globe, “Le Grand Cirque” continues to amaze audiences’ right here in Reno.  “The show is joyous… packed with athletes that are at the top of their class.  Colorful, quick and exciting!” says Mel Sheilds of the Sacramento Bee.  “Le Grand Cirque” smashed box office records at the Sydney Opera House and now brings the same electricity to Northern Nevada. 

Join us for a spellbinding performance of “Le Grand Cirque” now extended through November 13 inside the Eldorado Showroom. Tickets start at just $19.95 each with dinner and show packages starting at only $34.95.  Reserve your seats for this awe-inspiring show today; you can visit our Box Office to purchase online at www.eldoradoreno.com or call 800-648-5966 or 775-786-5700.

-Diana Rogers

The Eldorado Hotel Casino plays host to a celebration of the holiday season with the Holiday Ice Spectacular playing through Dec. 29 on the Showroom Stage.

This dazzling show is a thrilling combination of skillful ice-skating and theater. Dozens of charismatic, world-class figure skaters will lift, turn and twirl to the tune of a modern mix of classic holiday favorites. The Holiday Ice Spectacular is produced and directed by Jeb K. Rand, a former U.S. National figure skating competitor who has been featured in the Ice Capades, Disney on Ice and the famous Radio City Christmas Spectacular in New York City. Event Details