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The always suave Wayne Newton is and will always be Mr. Las Vegas. The classic crooner and entertainer even has a road named after him at Vegas' international airport. A consummate performer, Newton has been charming audiences since he was a kid, singing alongside his older brother Jerry. Once the young siblings made their way to Vegas, where they began performing six shows a night, six nights a week, Wayne was on his way to becoming a legend. Over the next several decades, Newton would solidify his VIP status, transforming from the boyish singer of the '60s to the debonair Mr. Entertainer of Vegas. He came to dominate Sin City, at one point becoming its highest paid performer. In total, he's logged over 30,000 live shows and counting. The King of Vegas continues his rule, presiding over Bugsy's Cabaret at Flamingo with his intimate show, Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal, in which he sings his biggest hits, shares his favorite stories and invites the audience to ask him anything
Wayne Newton brings classic Vegas charm and unforgettable stories to Bugsy's Cabaret at Flamingo.
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Wayne Newton is a legendary entertainer whose career spans decades, marked by his distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence. He rose to fame during the 1960s with hits like "Danke Schoen" and became synonymous with Las Vegas, where he commanded top-tier earnings and invested heavily in real estate. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, Newton began performing professionally at age six and formed a rockabilly duo with his brother Jerry. The brothers moved to Phoenix in the mid-1950s and later to Las Vegas, where Wayne's solo career flourished under Capitol Records. By the 1970s, he had transformed into the "Mr. Entertainment" persona and became one of the highest-paid nightclub performers globally. Despite facing financial challenges in the early '90s, Newton bounced back with successful performances worldwide and even made cameo appearances in films like "Vegas Vacation."
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About the Venue
Bugsy's Cabaret is an intimate showroom inside the Flamingo Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, seating roughly 150 guests in a semi-circular arrangement.
Address
3555 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
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The venue enforces a dress code (no tank tops, T-shirts, or shorts) and is a non-smoking showroom, so plan your outfit accordingly; also bring a photo ID and the credit card used for purchase if you a
About Flamingo
The Flamingo is a classic Las Vegas casino and resort located on the Strip, featuring a tropical-themed aesthetic with vibrant pink flamingo imagery, lush gardens, and a resort pool area that evokes mid-century elegance.
Established
1946
Getting to Flamingo
As a center-Strip property, Flamingo is easily accessible via the main Las Vegas Boulevard corridor. Valet and self-parking options are available; arriving guests should expect typical Strip traffic during peak hours, so plan accordingly or use rideshare services.
At Flamingo
Flamingo features acclaimed dining from celebrity chefs including Gordon Ramsay and Lisa Vanderpump, plus a full casino, multiple bars and lounges, live entertainment venues, and a luxury spa. The 15-acre tropical garden setting with pools and wildlife habitat provides unique leisure options within the property.
Insider Tips · Flamingo
Take advantage of the live Chilean flamingos and exotic fish in the wildlife habitat—it's a free, quiet retreat from the casino floor and often overlooked by visitors. The garden areas offer unexpecte
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Taxi
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