LAS VEGAS (Deanna Pettit/ Harrah/ www.harrahs.com) - Six-time Grammy award-winning artist and international headlining performer, Toni Braxton, introduced her dazzling live production show-Toni Braxton: Revealed-in the Flamingo Showroom on Aug. 3.
"Toni Braxton's headlining engagement launches a new era of excitement and style for the Flamingo," said Don Marrandino, president of Flamingo Las Vegas. "I am confident that Toni's fans from all over the world will love Revealed."
Revealed takes audiences through a musical and visual journey that showcases Braxton's recording career, family and personal voyage. The sultry singer performs a diverse set list that includes her most memorable ballads, including "Unbreak My Heart" and "Breathe Again," fused with seductive, energetic numbers such as "Please," "Trippin" and "Spanish Guitar."
The production features nine dancers and intricate choreography that combines a variety of styles, maintaining a lively and engaging progression throughout the show. Unique pairings of dance genres such as a "hip-hop tango" exemplify the energy and style of Revealed.
A specially designed set was constructed to preserve the intimacy that is a key element within the show. The design is contemporary with art-deco accents that light up the stage. Features such as a 9' x 16' LED screen display a video montage of Braxton's personal life as well as imagery tied to many of her most popular songs. Audiences are given an inside look at Braxton as a mother and an artist.
Elaborate costuming was designed to complement Braxton's unique sense of fashion while paying close attention to the ever-changing moods within the show. In essence, each piece was crafted to reveal something else. Costumes range from a seductive, flamenco-style dress to vintage inspired couture. A particularly notable costume features over 11,000 Swarovski crystals constructed on nude netting with over 25,000 decorative stones. The hand-beading process alone took 120 hours to complete.
Toni Braxton: Revealed promises to deliver an unforgettable performance that combines the elements of a full-scale production show with the excitement of Braxton's recent concert tour.
"Toni's background is so diverse that we were able to leverage her Broadway experience and combine that with the energy of her live concert tour," said Andrew Logan, Director. "Her passion as a singer and skill as an actress has allowed us to take the show to another level."
Tickets for Toni Braxton: Revealed are available by calling 702/733.3333 or 800/221.7299 or at www.flamingolasvegas.com. Ticket prices are $69, $89 and $109 (plus tax and handling fees). Showtime is 7:30 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.
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