Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, would have celebrated his 51st birthday on Saturday, August 29. Mayor Oscar Goodman has declared the 29th "Michael Jackson Day."
The following Las Vegas celebrations have been planned by those inspired by his legacy:
1. American Superstars at the Stratosphere. The only impersonator show in Las Vegas to feature a tribute to Michael Jackson (and has since its inception), American Superstars will stage a special tribute to Jackson at both the 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. shows on Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29. Michael Jackson tribute artist Frederick Henry will be joined by the Desert Angels Gospel Choir for a medley of Jackson's songbook
2. Las Vegas Celebrates the Music of Michael Jackson, Pearl at the Palms. The list of performances has grown tremendously since this tribute performance, which benefits music education in Nevada schools, was announced just days after Jackson's death. Top-of-the-bill entertainers include ventriloquist Terry Fator singing a rendition of the song "Ben" and Holly Madison as the strumpet in "The Way You Make Me Feel." The celebration was spearheaded by Jersey Boys star Erich Bergen, whose life and career was greatly influenced by Jackson.
The show takes place at 3 p.m. Guests will be greeted by rare pieces of Michael Jackson memorabilia, thanks to Hollywood auctioneer Profiles in History. Tickets are $29-$129. A VIP package is available for $504 and includes VIP seating, admission into the exclusive afterparty with the cast, gift bag and limited edition autographed poster. (702) 942-6888.
At 7 p.m., Michael Jackson will be honored with a Brendan celebrity star in front of Brendan Theatres at the Palms. The star will be accepted by Jackson's father, Joe Jackson, and his longtime friend and executor of his estate, Frank DiLeo. DIrectly following the dedication, Brendan Theatres hosts a rare screening of Jackson's 1988 film, Moonwalker, at 8 p.m. Following the screening, there will be a Q&A session with choreographer Vincent Paterson , producer Frank DiLeo and co-star Kelley Parker. For tickets, visit http://latestnewscomm.blogspot.com.
3. Hawaiian Tropic Zone celebrates the birthday of the King of Pop, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. An evening of unforgettable activities begin at 10 p.m. with an MJ tribute artist who'll perform renditions of "Smooth Criminal," "Wanna Be Startin' Something," "Billy Jean," "Black and White" and "Thriller." In addition, a video tribute to the legend will run throughout the evening on HTZ's 36-foot-tall plasma screen wall. Fans can pay homage to Jackson and show off their best impersonations in a moonwalk contest. The first 100 ladies through the door will receive a complimentary commemorative sequined glove. All ladies drink free from midnight to 2 a.m. (702) 731-4858.
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