VEGAS MUSIC ROUNDUP: Janet Jackson Confirms Resorts World Residency, Rod Returns

Posted on: August 6, 2024, 08:12h. 

Last updated on: August 7, 2024, 10:10h.

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Janet Jackson will begin a Resorts World residency close to Christmas. The commitment will include a New Year’s Eve performance.

Janet Jackson Jackson made her Las Vegas debut at age 8, as a guest performer during the Jackson 5’s Nov. 20, 1974 concert at the old MGM Grand. (Image: Ticketmaster)

“We are thrilled to announce Janet’s upcoming residency at Resorts World Las Vegas,” said her manager, Mo Elmasri, in a statement. “This partnership offers a unique opportunity to celebrate her legacy and deliver unforgettable performances.”

This will be only the 58-year-old singer’s second Vegas residency, following “Metamorphosis,” which played the Park MGM from May to August of 2019. That 18-date deal grossed around $13 million.

Janet and brother Michael from their 1995 video for “Scream.” (Image: YouTube/@MichaelJackson

The Resorts World Theatre gig is expected to include a duet between the singer and her late brother, Michael Jackson, on their 1995 single, “Scream.” The duet already features on Jackson’s current “Together Again” tour, which wraps in October in Europe.

“The energy and excitement of Las Vegas, especially around the holiday season, make it the perfect setting for this new chapter,” Elmasri’s statement continued. “Janet is excited to connect with her fans and bring her iconic music to life in a fresh and dynamic way.”

The “Nasty” singer was offered a residency in London, according to TMZ, but chose Vegas because it was more lucrative.

Jackson’s residency could push back Celine Dion’s comeback, which has been rumored to start at Resorts World late this year, to early 2025. Or the two residencies could run concurrently, as Resorts World has done in the past.

We’ll be sure to pass on ticket info the second it becomes available!

Rod Stewart will be 80 years old when he kicks off his 2025 residency dates. (Image: Denise Truscello/KF Publicity)

Rod’s Gift: More Caesars Dates

Rod Stewart will return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in 2025, extending the 200 performances of his 13-year residency there by 12 (for now).

Tickets for the dates (March 12, 14, 15, 19, 21, and 22; May 29 and 31; and June 1, 5, 7, and 8) go on sale Monday, August 12 at 10 p.m. PT via ticketmaster.com/rodstewartvegas.

Fit for the King

“A Celebration of Life for Elvis” will be held at the Composers Room at 7 p.m. Friday, August 16. The occasion will mark 47 years since the passing of the King of Rock and Roll. Featured performers will include the band Elvis is a Punk Rocker and singer Pete Vallee as “Big Elvis.” Tickets, $19.95, are available here.