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Leann Rimes and Jeff Foxworthy to headline October line-up at Fallsview Casino Resort
Also scheduled for October are Olivia Newton-John, David Clayton-Thomas,
Marie Osmond & The Osmond Brothers, the Ten Tenors and Taiwanese star
Tsai Chin
NIAGARA FALLS, ON, July 9 /CNW/ – Fallsview Casino Resort announced today
that the October concert line-up for the resort’s Avalon Theatre will include
performances by country superstar Leann Rimes, “redneck” comedian Jeff
Foxworthy, Australian songstress Olivia Newton-John, former Blood, Sweat and
Tears front-man David Clayton-Thomas, Taiwanese pop and folk star Tsai Chin,
Marie Osmond & The Osmond Brothers and talented vocal ensemble The Ten Tenors. Continue reading Leann Rimes and Jeff Foxworthy to headline October line-up at Fallsview Casino Resort →

Jon Stewart, Aretha Franklin, Heart and other greats headline Fallsview Casino Resort in June
Broadway musical matinee schedule also announced
NIAGARA FALLS, ON, March 12 /PRNewswire/ – Fallsview Casino Resort
announced today that the June 2007 concert line-up for the resort’s Avalon
Ballroom Theatre will include music legends Aretha Franklin, Peter Frampton
and Heart, The Daily Show host Jon Stewart, ’80s superstars Huey Lewis &
The News, ’70s icons Grand Funk Railroad, country star Gretchen Wilson and
a special ‘Magic of Motown’ night featuring Mary Wilson of the Supremes and
the Motown sound musicians the Funk Brothers.
The June 2007 performance schedule for the Avalon Ballroom Theatre is as
follows:
Jon Stewart
Friday, June 1
Saturday, June 2
Showtime: 9pm (Doors open at 8pm)
Tickets start at $90
Award-winning comedian, actor, author, producer and host of the
late-night television show The Daily Show, Jon Stewart takes the stage with
his unique blend of wit, charm and humor.
Huey Lewis & The News
Wednesday, June 6
Thursday, June 7
Showtime: 8:30pm (Doors open at 7:30pm)
Tickets start at $35
The classic rock legends perform your favourite hits, such as “Workin’
For A Livin’,” “I Want A New Drug,” “Doin’ It All (For My Baby),” “Hip To
Be Square,” “Power of Love” and “Heart of Rock & Roll.”
Grand Funk Railroad
Friday, June 8
Showtime: 9pm (Doors open at 8pm)
Tickets start at $25
One of the top selling rock groups of the ’70s perform their numerous
hits, including “Loco-Motion,” “Some Kind Of Wonderful” and “We’re An
American Band.”
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN
Starring original Dream Girl
MARY WILSON of the SUPREMES
And THE FUNK BROTHERS
Thursday, June 14
Showtime: 8:30pm (Doors open at 7:30pm)
Friday, June 15
Showtime: 9pm (Doors open at 8pm)
Tickets start at $25
The original dream girl, Mary Wilson from the Supremes joins the
musicians who created the Motown sound, The Funk Brothers, to perform hits
like “Baby Love,” “Stop In The Name Of Love,” “Come See About Me” and “You
Can’t Hurry Love,”
Gretchen Wilson
Thursday, June 21
Showtime: 8:30pm (Doors open at 7:30pm)
Tickets start at $45
Chart-topping country sensation Gretchen Wilson performs hits like
“Redneck Woman,” “Here for the Party,” “All Jacked Up,” “Homewrecker” and
“Holdin’ You.”
Aretha Franklin
Friday, June 22
Showtime: 9pm (Doors open at 8pm)
Tickets start at $45
The Lady of Soul herself takes the stage to perform her multiple hits
such as “Respect,” “Say A Little Prayer,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,”
“(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” and “I Never Loved A Man (The Way
I Love You).”
Peter Frampton
Wednesday, June 27
Showtime: 8:30pm (Doors open at 7:30pm)
Tickets start at $25
One of the defining artists of the ’70s returns for an evening of his
greatest hits, including “Show Me the Way,” “Do You Feel Like We Do,”
“Baby, I Love Your Way” and “I’m In You.”
Heart
Thursday, June 28
Showtime: 8:30pm (Doors open at 7:30pm)
Friday, June 29
Showtime: 9pm (Doors open at 8pm)
Tickets start at $35
Classic rock sensations Heart perform over two decades of hits, such as
“Barracuda,” “Magic Man,” “What About Love,” “Never,” “These Dreams” and
“Who Will You Run To?”
Tickets for these shows go on sale on Wednesday, March 14, 2007, at
noon and will be available at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling
Ticketmaster at 1-877-833-3110 or by visiting http://www.ticketmaster.ca. Tickets
are also available by visiting the Fallsview Casino Resort box office in
person.
Fallsview Casino Resort also announced a matinee show schedule for two
popular musicals that will be staged in the Avalon Ballroom Theatre in
April and May – Forever Plaid and Nunsense.
Forever Plaid
Sunday, April 15
Monday, April 2 Monday, April 9 Monday, April 16
Tuesday, April 3 Tuesday, April 10 Tuesday, April 17
Wednesday, April 4 Wednesday, April 18
Monday, April 23
Tuesday, April 24
Wednesday, April 25
Showtime: 3pm (Doors open at 2pm)
Tickets are $15
One of the most popular musicals in recent memory, this comedic
production centers on four young, eager male singers killed in a car crash
on the way to their first concert. Enjoy the comedy, music and memories as
the group is revived to fulfill their dreams and give the performance that
they never got to give.
Nunsense
Monday, May 7 Monday, May 14 Monday, May 21
Tuesday, May 8 Tuesday, May 15 Tuesday, May 22
Wednesday, May 9 Wednesday, May 16 Wednesday, May 23
Monday, May 28
Tuesday, May 29
Wednesday, May 30
Showtime: 3pm (Doors open at 2pm)
Tickets are $15
When 52 of the sisters are accidentally poisoned, the Little Sisters of
Hoboken put on a variety show to raise money for the burial. Enjoy the
comedy and laughs as they encounter many unique characters that only add to
their show. This is a comedy presentation not to be missed.
Tickets for these matinee shows are on sale now and are available at
all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-877-833-3110 or by
visiting http://www.ticketmaster.ca. Tickets are also available by visiting the
Fallsview Casino Resort box office in person.
Built on a cliff overlooking the world-famous Horseshoe Falls,
Fallsview Casino Resort is the largest and most elegant gaming resort
facility in Canada and the crown jewel in Niagara’s stunning array of
wonders. In addition to the intimate, 1,500-seat Avalon Ballroom Theatre,
Fallsview features a casino with over 3,000 slot machines and 142 gaming
tables, a 374-room luxury hotel, a full-service spa and fitness centre,
dozens of dining and shopping options and over 30,000 square feet of
meeting and convention space.
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TVOKids “Don’t Sit Still Tour” Touches Down in Niagara Falls

Tour sends positive message of "healthy minds, healthy bodies" to
Ontario kids
NIAGARA FALLS, ON, Feb. 26 /CNW/ - Kids will get a chance to meet their
favourite after school television hosts as TVOKids Don't Sit Still Tour (DSS)
rolls into the Niagara Square Shopping Centre to kick active lifestyles into
high gear.
Powered by Scotiabank, DSS will feature the popular hosts from The Space,
Jackie and Mark in a free, high-energy live stage show that will show kids how
to GET UP! GET OUT THERE! AND HAVE FUN!
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When:  Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 4:00 pm
Where: Niagara Square Shopping Centre
7555 Montrose Road
Niagara Falls, Ontario
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As Ontario's public educational media organization, TVO creates safe,
enriching and fun learning experiences for children, offers support to their
parents, and encourages active citizenship through a range of media platforms
that allow for interaction and participation in our province. For information,
visit www.tvo.org.

For further information: please click on www.tvokids.com Or contact:
Heather Dietrich, TVOntario - DSS Tour, (416) 484-2600 x2290,
hdietrich@tvontario.org; Tammy Robertson, Niagara Square Shopping Centre,
(905) 357-1110 x22

Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel Plans Star-Studded 2007 Entertainment Lineup
Howie Mandel, B.B. King among those coming to Niagara Falls
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y., Feb. 26 /PRNewswire/ — The brightest names and
the biggest legends will be descending on Niagara Falls, New York this year
to perform at Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel.
Already established as the premier gaming and entertainment venue in
the region, Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel is putting The Cataract City back
on the national and international entertainment map with performances by
1980s legend Pat Benatar, television superstar Howie Mandel, Blues icon
B.B. King, ’70s rockers Steely Dan, Blue Collar funnyman Bill Engvall,
country legend Kenny Rogers and other big-name performers already scheduled
for 2007.
“We want to cement our reputation as a must-play venue for the world’s
best entertainers in 2007,” said Brian Hansberry, Interim President and
CEO, Seneca Gaming Corporation. “Top-shelf entertainment is an important
piece of the world-class experience we offer our guests. The Seneca Niagara
name is going to be on more people’s lips after this year.”
Featuring the 2,200-seat Seneca Events Center and the intimate 486-seat
Bear’s Den Showroom, Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel has quickly become a
popular destination for many superstars.
To date, the 2007 entertainment line-up includes:
March:      2 – Jonny Lang
3 – The Machine
17 – Pat Benatar
23 and 24 – Heartland
24 – Pupo with Carmelo Zappulla
April:      13 – Howie Mandel
May:        12 – B.B. King
June:       2 – Steely Dan
30 – Lynyrd Skynyrd
July:       20 – 23 – The Scintas
August:     18 – Bill Engvall
24 – Kenny Rogers
Even though it already features many big names, the Seneca Niagara
Casino & Hotel entertainment lineup for 2007 is not complete.
“We still have a number of incredible shows we’re looking at for both
the Seneca Events Center as well as The Bear’s Den,” Robert Victoria, Vice
President of Marketing said. “Not to mention the fact that we have yet to
announce our schedule for the ‘Rock The Falls’ free summer concert series.
We definitely have more in store.”
Each year, Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel presents a series of free
outdoor concerts during the summer. Past performers at the “Rock The Falls”
concert series include Three Dog Night, KC & The Sunshine Band, and
perennial favorites The Beach Boys.
For more information on these and other upcoming events, please call
1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-876322), or visit http://www.SenecaNiagaraCasino.com.
SOURCE Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
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NIAGARA FALLS — If you drive by Queen Victoria Park this week, you will notice a beehive of activity.The Niagara Parks Commission’s staff is preparing for its annual New Years Eve festivities. The concert stage will be erected in Queen Victoria Park Dec. 21 where NPC and event partners will welcome classic rock legends Foreigner, Juno Award winner Colin James and the Little Big Band and up and coming Canadian talent Justin Hines to light up the stage beginning at 8 p.m.
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