LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwired - Sep 13, 2013) - Finalist nominees have been announced for the Casino Entertainment Awards at G2E, the only industry awards exclusively honoring outstanding artists, executives and venues in the casino entertainment industry.
Emmy® award-winning comedian Louie Anderson will host the Casino Entertainment Awards at G2E on Wednesday, Sep. 25, 2013, 7:00 p.m. in the historic showroom at The Plaza Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas. A celebrity red carpet and a private reception for nominees will precede the awards show.
Finalist nominees include:
| Showroom/Theater of the Year | Arena/Amphitheater of the Year | |
| The Show at Agua Caliente Casino | Mohegan Sun Arena | |
| Vinyl at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas | MGM Grand Garden Arena | |
| The Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun | Thunder Valley Casino Resort Amphitheater | |
| Entertainment Executive of the Year | Independent Talent Buyer of the Year | |
| Tom Cantone, Mohegan Sun | Brian Knaff, Talent Buyers Network | |
| Robyn Smith, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi | Candace Mandracia, Live Nation | |
| David Swift, Pala Resort & Casino | Michael Scafuto, The M&M Group | |
| Booking Agent of the Year | Comedian of the Year | |
| Jeff Howard, APA Talent & Literary Agency | Rita Rudner | |
| Steve Levine, ICM Partners | George Wallace | |
| Craig Newman, APA Talent & Literary Agency | Ron White | |
| Musical Artist of the Year | Entertainer of the Year | |
| Foreigner | Ronnie Dunn | |
| The Oak Ridge Boys | Lynyrd Skynyrd | |
| Rick Springfield | Motley Crue | |
The Casino Entertainment Awards at G2E are an official event of the Global Gaming Expo, the world's largest annual gathering of casino entertainment executives, which is expected to attract 25,000 attendees Sep. 24-26, 2013, at the Sands Expo and Convention Center.
More information is available at www.GlobalGamingExpo.com.
About the Plaza Hotel & Casino
Following a $35 million renovation, the Plaza Hotel & Casino offers a stylish and comfortable experience at a great value in the heart of downtown Las Vegas. At the Plaza, guests enjoy updated and modern accommodations and suites steps away from a spacious casino, downtown's only bingo hall and downtown's largest race and sports book. The renovations also included new restaurants, food court and bar options as well as a new line up of entertainment in the Plaza's classic 500-seat showroom. The iconic Plaza Hotel & Casino provides all of the modern conveniences while maintaining the friendly vibe and vintage Vegas traditions, earning it the distinction of being named "Best Downtown Hotel" by the Las Vegas Review-Journal. For more information and reservations, visit Plaza Hotel & Casino.
About American Gaming Association
The AGA represents the commercial casino-entertainment industry by addressing federal legislative and regulatory issues. The association also serves as a clearinghouse for information, develops educational and advocacy programs, and provides leadership on industry-related issues of public concern.
About Reed Exhibitions
Reed Exhibitions is the world's leader in organizing a wide range of events, including exhibitions, conferences, congresses and meetings. In 2006 Reed brought together more than 6 million industry professions from around the world, generating billions of dollars in business. Today Reed events are held in 34 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, and organized by 37 fully staffed offices. Reed's portfolio of more than 460 events services 52 key industry sectors.
Contact Information:
NEWS CONTACT:
Clinton Billups
Entertainment Manager
Entertainment Arena at G2E 2013
G2E -- Global Gaming Expo
Phone: 702-837-1170
Email: G2EPavilionManager@earthlink.net
Website: www.GlobalGamingExpo.com
G2E - The Global Gaming Expo
The World's Largest Gathering of Casino Entertainment Executives
Sep. 24-26, 2013, Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
HOTEL CONTACT:
Michele Marsee
Director of Sales & Marketing
702-386-2574
Michele.marsee@playlv.com
