Ringo Returns to Fallsview

Jon Stewart, Smokey Robinson & King of Pop Tribute also in June

NIAGARA FALLS, ON, March 8 /CNW/ - Legendary rock musician and former member of The Beatles, Ringo Starr returns to Fallsview Casino with his All-Starr Band for two shows highlighting the June 2010 concert line-up at Fallsview Casino.

Starr and the members of the All-Starr Band will spend two weeks at Fallsview preparing for their upcoming tour which begins at Fallsview on June 24 and 25. Returning as All-Starr Band members are rock, jazz, and blues artist Edgar Winter, keyboardist Gary Wright, and drummer Gregg Bissonette, while newcomers include guitarist Rick Derringer, former bassist of Mr. Mister, Richard Page and former Romantics guitarist Wally Palmar.

Fallsview kicks off the month with a tribute to the music of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, June 2 - 8, with a theatrical presentation honoring the career of one of the biggest names in music history.

Fallsview welcomes back television talk show star Jon Stewart to the stage for a pair of performances in June. The actor/comedian/producer will entertain the audience June 18 & 19. Also taking the stage in June is Motown artist Smokey Robinson, also playing two shows, June 11 and 12.

The complete June 2010 performance schedule for Fallsview Casino Resort is as follows:

    
    Man In The Mirror

    June 2 - 8
    Monday - Thursday Showtime: 8:30pm
    Friday Showtime: 9pm
    Saturday Showtimes: 3pm & 9pm
    Sunday Showtimes: 3pm & 7pm
    Tickets start at $20
    Celebrate the music of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. This theatrical
spectacular will take audiences on a musical journey through the career of one
of the greatest entertainers of all time.

    Smokey Robinson

    Friday, June 11
    Saturday, June 12
    Showtime: 9pm, doors open at 8pm
    Tickets start at $30
    Legendary Motown artist, Smokey Robinson takes the stage with hits such
as: "Tears Of A Clown", "Going To A Go-Go", "You've Really Got A Hold On Me",
"Being With You" and "I Second That Emotion".

    Jon Stewart

    Friday, June 18
    Saturday, June 19
    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 humour.

    Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band

    Thursday, June 24
    Showtime: 8:30pm, doors open at 7:30pm
    Friday, June 25
    Showtime: 9pm, doors open at 8pm
    Tickets start at $80
    Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band kick off their North American tour, live,
at Fallsview Casino Resort. Enjoy a night of timeless hits as Ringo Starr
takes the stage with Edgar Winter, Gary Wright, Rick Derringer, Richard Page,
Wally Palmar and Gregg Bissonette.
    

Tickets to the June 2010 shows at Fallsview Casino Resort will be available beginning at noon on Saturday, March 13, at the Fallsview Casino Box Office (on any show date) or at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-877-833-3110 or by visiting www.ticketmaster.ca.

Built on a cliff overlooking the world-famous Horseshoe Falls, Fallsview Casino Resort is one of the largest and most elegant gaming resort facilities in Canada and the crown jewel in Niagara's stunning array of wonders. In addition to the intimate, 1,500-seat Avalon 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.

For further information: Elaine Christenson, Communications, Direct: [phone], E-Mail: [email protected]