Category Archives: Entertainment Press Releases

Emerson Drive To Countrify Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (April 15, 2014) – Multiple Award-winning country music band, Emerson Drive will be cranking out hit after hit during their one-night performance at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on August 7, 2014.

Founded in 1995, Emerson Drive grew out of a dream that began in frontman Brad Mates’ hometown of Grande Prairie, Alberta. During their evolving career, they have scored numerous hits including “I Should Be Sleeping”, “Fall Into Me”, “Last One Standing”, “A Good Man”, “You Still Own Me”, “She’s My Kind of Crazy”, “Let It Roll”, “With You”, “She Always Gets What She Wants” and their Grammy-nominated chart- topping ballad, “Moments” from their 2006 album, Countrified.

The group has garnered numerous industry awards and nominations both in Canada and the US including the Canadian Country Music Association’s “Group of the Year”, the Academy of Country Music’s “Top New Vocal Group” and Billboard’s “#1 Top Country Artist of the Year”.

Tickets go on sale on Thursday, April 17 at 10 am and are $34.50, $39.50 & $49.50 (plus service charges). For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will have something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS HERMAN’S HERMITS STARRING PETER NOONE

FRIDAY • SEPTEMBER 26

Richmond, BC – Singer-songwriter Peter Noone has been entertaining audiences nearly all his life. It was in 1961 when Noone – who hails from Manchester, England – first made a name for himself as a child actor when he played “Stanley Fairclough” on the long-running British soap opera, Coronation Street. He achieved international fame two years later when at the age of fifteen, he became “Herman” … lead singer and frontman of the legendary pop band, Herman’s Hermits. The group released several hits including “I’m Into Something Good”, “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat”, “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter”, “I’m Henry Vlll, I Am”, “A Must To Avoid”, “Listen People”, “Dandy” and “There’s A Kind Of Hush”. In total, they released fourteen singles with seven of their albums achieving Gold status.

Noone soon graced the cover of nearly every international publication including TIME Magazine and made numerous television appearances on such variety shows as The Ed Sullivan Show and The Dean Martin Show. He also starred in three highly successful feature films for M-G-M including When The Boys Meet The Girls. During the 80’s, he starred on Broadway in Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance playing the role of “Frederic” while the 90’s found him embarking on a four-year stint as the host of VH1’s My Generation. Today Noone and the band continue to perform to sold-out audiences with their fans spanning the generations. They’ll be bringing all their hits to the River Rock Casino Resort for one night only on September 26, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, APRIL 17 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Orchestra $34.50 & Golden Circle $44.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

John Hiatt & The Combo and Taj Mahal Trio To Lay Down The Blues At Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (April 8, 2014) – Music legends John Hiatt and Taj Mahal will be bringing their unique blend of blues-rock to the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on August 9, 2014.

Forty years after the release of his debut album, John Hiatt remains one of the most respected and influential singer-songwriters of our time. He earned a Grammy nomination for his album, Crossing Muddy Waters and shared a Grammy with B.B. King and Eric Clapton for their album, Riding With The King whose title track was composed by John. In 2008, he was presented with the American Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Though his career began more than four decades ago with American blues, Grammy winning singer- songwriter Taj Mahal has broadened his artistic scope over the years to include music representing virtually every corner of the world including West Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, the Hawaiian Islands and India. His passion and curiosity have resulted in a global perspective that is reflected in his music. Taj continues to perform to sold-out audiences worldwide.

Tickets go on sale on Thursday, April 10 at 10 am and are $39.50, $44.50 & $54.50 (plus service charges). For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will have something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS WAYNE BRADY

Richmond, BC – Wayne Brady is one of the most versatile performers in show business today. He sings, dances, acts and is an improvisational genius. It was in 1998 when Brady joined the cast of ABC’s Whose Line Is It Anyway? where he won an Emmy Award for “Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety, Musical or Comedy Series”. In 2001, he hosted his own variety series, The Wayne Brady Show which ran for three seasons on ABC before being revamped as a syndicated daytime talk show for two seasons during which time he picked up two Emmys for “Outstanding Talk Show Host“ with the show winning an Emmy for “Outstanding Talk Show”. He completed a run on Broadway in 2005 playing the role of “Billy Flynn” in the production of Chicago. On the big screen, he has starred in such films as Roll Bounce, Crossover and Tommy Oliver’s 1982.

In 2008, Brady took on the recording industry and released his debut music album, A Long Time Coming which featured his Grammy nominated single, “A Change Is Gonna Come”. He has also enjoyed a successful career as a television game show host … first on Celebrity Duets and then on Don’t Forget the Lyrics! … both of which aired on FOX. Currently he can be seen as the host of CBS’s hit daytime game show, Let’s Make A Deal. Later this month, he’ll again be starring on Whose Line Is It Anyway? which returned to the airwaves last summer on The CW and has since been renewed for a second season. Brady will be bringing his hilarious improv comedy show to the River Rock Casino Resort on September
20, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, APRIL 10 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Orchestra $59.50 & Golden Circle $69.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

Powerhouse Duo Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo’s 35th Anniversary Tour Includes Date At Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (April 2, 2014) – Four-time Grammy winner Pat Benatar and guitarist-songwriter Neil Giraldo will be thrilling fans across North America with their just announced 35th Anniversary Tour which will include a date at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Friday, August 1, 2014.

It was in 1979 when the two collaborated on her debut album, In the Heat of the Night which reached #12 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Since that time, they have sold more than 25 million albums and charted nineteen Top 40 singles including “Heartbreaker”, “We Live For Love”, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot”, “Promises In The Dark”, “Love Is A Battlefield” and “We Belong”.

Giraldo is also well-known as a prolific producer having produced all of Benatar’s albums along with other artists including Kenny Loggins and Rick Springfield. Benatar often refers to her husband as “The Big Kahuna” and the name fits as he is the major reason that her music sounds the way it does … both in the recording studio and on tour. “We’re excited to be celebrating this personal and musical milestone,” Benatar said. “The summer tour should be an incredible shared experience with the audience.”

Tickets go on sale on Friday, April 4 at 10 am and are $54.50, $59.50 & $69.50 (plus service charges). For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will be situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro Vancouver and home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will offer more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will boast the best in music, comedy, performance arts, and as well as local artists
making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will serve a variety of culinary options and will be home to chefs that will
dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast,
small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will have something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

Ryan Stiles & Greg Proops To Bring Their Hilarious ‘On The Couch’ Improv Comedy Show To Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (April 1, 2014) – Actor-comedians Ryan Stiles and Greg Proops will be bringing their spontaneous and all-improvised comedy show, Ryan Stiles & Greg Proops: On The Couch to the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Saturday, June 7, 2014.

The show – which first appeared in Montreal at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in 2008 – will feature the two stars from the Emmy-nominated TV series, Whose Line Is It Anyway? sitting on a couch while telling jokes. From there all the humour will be derived from audience suggestions.

Chosen audience members will also be brought up on stage to make sure that the guys don’t repeat themselves during their stories, sketches and songs. Also appearing will be Special Mystery Guests who will join in to keep the show moving.

Tickets go on sale on Thursday, April 3 at 10 am and are $24.50, $29.50 & $39.50 (plus service charges). For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will be situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro
Vancouver and home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will offer more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will boast the best in music, comedy, performance arts, and as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will serve a variety of culinary options and will be home to chefs that will dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will have something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH*.

(*trade mark licensing subject to regulatory approval)

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

AN EVENING WITH MARTIN SHORT

FRIDAY • JUNE 6

Richmond, BC – Both an SCTV and a Saturday Night Live alumnus, actor-comedian Martin Short began his theatrical career in the Toronto production of Godspell. He went on to appear in the Broadway production of Neil Simon and Cy Coleman’s Little Me for which he won both a Tony Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award. It was in 1982 when he joined the SCTV Comedy Network where his work garnered an Emmy Award. Short’s ability as a comedic chameleon brought him to NBC’s Saturday Night Live for the 1984-1985 season where his standout performances included Ed Grimley, Brock Linehan, Jackie Rogers Jr., legendary songwriter Irving Cohen and lawyer Nathan Thurm.

In 1999, he hosted the syndicated talk show, The Martin Short Show and in 2001, he co-wrote, produced and starred as star-interviewer extraordinaire “Jiminy Glick” in the Emmy-nominated Primetime Glick. Short’s film career includes starring roles in Three Amigos, Innerspace, Father of the Bride, Mars Attacks! and Jiminy Glick in La La Wood. He was awarded The Order of Canada in 1994 for his contribution to Canadian culture and was inducted into the Canadian Walk of Fame in 2000. Short will bring to life some of his most beloved characters when he’ll be appearing for one night only at the River Rock Casino Resort on June 6, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MARCH 27 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Orchestra $59.50 & Golden Circle $69.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

Daughtry To Rock Centre Stage At Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (March 18, 2014) – Multi-Platinum selling band Daughtry, who are currently touring across Europe, will be bringing their hits to the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Friday, May 23, 2014.

Formed and fronted by American Idol alum, Chris Daughtry, the band has sold over 7.5 million albums worldwide since releasing their self-titled debut in 2006. Their hits include “It’s Not Over”, “Home”, “What I Want”, “Over You”, “Feels Like Tonight”, “What About Now”, “No Surprise”, “Life After You”, “Crawling Back to You”, “Outta My Head” and “Start of Something Good”.

The group’s most recent album, Baptized was released this past November and features the single, “Waiting for Superman” … the album reached #6 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. To date, Daughtry has garnered four Grammy nominations and has won four American Music Awards.

Tickets go on sale on Thursday, March 20 at 10 am and are $79.50 (plus service charges) – General
Admission. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro
Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and
popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and
others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver will have something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

Peter Asher’s British Invasion at Hard Rock Casino Vancouver Cancelled

COQUITLAM, BC (March 17, 2014) – Peter Asher’s British Invasion scheduled for April 11, 2014 at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver has been cancelled.

Tickets purchased online or by telephone will be refunded automatically. Ticket holders who purchased in person are eligible for refunds at their point of purchase.

Upcoming Shows:
Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx (March 21), Roots & Boots Tour Featuring Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw & Joe Diffie (March 22), Michael McDonald (April 4), Steve Miller Band (April 12), George Thorogood & The Destroyers (May 2 & 3), Bachman & Turner (May 30), 3 Doors Down (June 3), John Pinette (June 14), Australia’s Thunder From Down Under (June 21), Ringo Starr And His All-Starr Band (July 15). For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver has something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS PAUL RODGERS

THURSDAY • JUNE 26

Richmond, BC – Musicians and critics worldwide have dubbed Paul Rodgers, “THE VOICE”. Never before has any artist led three bands to international success in addition to creating a successful solo career until Paul Rodgers. He is undeniably one of music’s most distinctive vocalists. Rodgers first shot up the international radio charts with his 1970 rock anthem, “All Right Now” with the band, Free. In 1973, he formed Bad Company who went on to release twelve albums … six of which were certified Multi-Platinum. Their hits include “Feel Like Making Love”, “Can’t Get Enough”, “Shooting Star”, “Bad Company”, “Run With The Pack” and “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”. After leaving the group in 1982, he released his first solo album, Cut Loose the following year. He then teamed with Jimmy Page in 1984 to form The Firm which resulted in two albums and the hit singles, “Radioactive”, “Satisfaction Guaranteed” and “All the King’s Horses”.

In 1991, he formed The Law with drummer Kenney Jones where they produced the hit single, “Laying Down The Law” which ranked #1 on Billboard’s AOR charts. His Grammy nominated solo album, Muddy Water Blues was released two years later and celebrated Rodgers’ blues roots and respect for Muddy Waters … one of his primary influences. In 1999, he won the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Los Angeles Music Awards Association. That summer, he hit the charts with the #1 single, “Hey, Hey” which was one of four new tracks off Bad Company’s Anthology. The second single, “Hammer of Love” reached #2 on the rock charts. His most recent studio album, The Royal Sessions was released last month and features Rodgers digging
into a set of deep Southern soul and R&B songs from the 60’s and 70’s. Recorded at Royal Studios in Memphis, Tennessee with many of the musicians who played on the original tracks, the album reached #1 on Billboard’s Blues Albums chart. Rodgers will be performing for one night only at the River Rock Casino
Resort on June 26, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MARCH 13 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Mezzanine $74.50, Orchestra $79.50 & Golden Circle $89.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com