Due To Overwhelming Demand, Celine Dion Adds New 2016 Performances To Her Record-Breaking Residency At The Colosseum At Caesars Palace

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2015 /CNW/ -- Still glowing from the reaction of her recent return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Celine Dion has announced 23 more performances of her critically-acclaimed Las Vegas residency show, Celine. The 2016 performances scheduled from Feb. 23 through June 4 go on sale to the public beginning Fri., Oct. 9 at 10 a.m.

After a year hiatus from the stage, the legendary singer made her anticipated return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Aug. 27 with an updated residency show that is being embraced by fans and media and receiving rave reviews.  Since her return, Celine will have performed 18 consecutive sold-out shows to over 75,000 people.

"Celine Dion's night of victory and triumph – unparalleled and unforgettable."
- Las Vegas Sun

"This is definitely a show you don't want to miss."
- Las Vegas Review-Journal

"This new show, directed by Grammy Awards producer Ken Ehrlich, showcases Dion in a new light, incorporating her past with the present while embracing the future."
 - Examiner.com

" … filled with big vocals and touching tributes …"
- Los Angeles Times

"A Colosseum return reinforces Celine Dion's spot among Las Vegas' performing  legends."
-Las Vegas Weekly

Tickets for the additional 23 performances going on sale Fri., Oct. 9 at 10 a.m. are:

2016
Feb.:  23, 24, 26, 27
Mar.:  1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12
May:  17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 31
June:  1, 3, 4

Performance dates previously announced and on sale are:

2015
Oct.:  6, 7, 9, 10  SOLD OUT
Nov.:  3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 20, 21
Dec.:  30, 31

2016
Jan.:  2, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17

Tickets may be purchased in person at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace Box Office, by calling 866-320-9763, or online at thecolosseum.com or axs.com.  Orders are subject to additional service charges and fees.  Ticket prices are $250/$175/$140/$95/$55 (prices include 9% Live Entertainment Tax as assessed by the state of Nevada).  For groups of 10 or more, call 866-574-3851.  All shows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

Celine at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace is a glamorous show directed by legendary Grammy Awards producer Ken Ehrlich and presented by AEG Live and Caesars Entertainment. Celine's updated show includes her biggest hits mixed with timeless hits by iconic artists that celebrate all generations and genres of music ranging from Elvis to the Bee Gees, Queen and Prince.  The show features a full orchestra and band and is set to a visually stunning presentation designed exclusively for the 4,300-seat state-of-the-art venue.  For show information visit www.celineinvegas.com.

One of the most immediately recognized, and successful performers in pop music history, Celine Dion has sold almost 250 million albums during her over 30-year career. She has earned five Grammy Awards, two Academy Awards, seven American Music Awards, 20 Juno Awards (Canada) and an astonishing 40 Felix Award (Quebec).  In 2004, Celine received the Diamond award at the World Music Awards recognizing her status as the best-selling female artist of all time. In 2007 she was honored with the Legend Award at World Music Awards in recognition of her global success and outstanding contribution to the music industry. www.celinedion.com

SOURCE AEG Live & Caesars Entertainment

For Caesars Entertainment: Kelly Frey, [phone], [email protected]; or For AEG Live, Las Vegas: Kris Lingle-Griffith, [phone], [email protected], For Celine Dion: Kim Jakwerth, [phone], [email protected]