Wayne Newton was awesome
by wayniac on 7/17/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesThe show was great, the showroom was perfect Well worth the ticket price
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Wayne Newton in Concert
The always suave Wayne Newton is — and will always be — Mr. Las Vegas. The classic crooner and entertainer even has a road named after him at Vegas' international airport. A consummate performer, Newton has been charming audiences since he was a kid, singing alongside his older brother Jerry. Once the young siblings made their way to Vegas — where they began performing six shows a night, six nights a week — Wayne was on his way to becoming a legend. Over the next several decades, Newton would solidify his VIP status, transforming from the boyish singer of the ‘60s to the debonair Mr. Entertainer of Vegas. He came to dominate Sin City, at one point becoming its highest paid performer. In total, he's logged over 30,000 live shows and counting. The King of Vegas continues his rule, presiding over Cleopatra's Barge at Caesars Palace with his intimate show, Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal, in which he sings his biggest hits, shares his favorite stories and invites the audience to ask him anything.
Wayne Newton Background
Wayne Newton has been a star nearly all his life. Born Carson Wayne Newton in 1942 in Norfolk, Virginia, the young singer took to music early, learning how to play piano and guitar starting at age six. As his family moved around the country, from Ohio to Arizona, Wayne and his older brother Jerry honed their stage skills at local clubs and fairs. Their show eventually caught the eye of a booking agent, who invited the brothers to perform in Vegas in 1958. There, the sibling duo impressed crowds night after night for five years. Newton also made waves on the national level, performing on The Jackie Gleason Show and acting on the western TV hit Bonanza. In his early twenties, he was landing singles on the charts, including his signature version of "Danke Schoen" and "Red Roses for a Blue Lady" (still favorites at his performances). He was prolific throughout the 1960s and 1970s, releasing multiple albums nearly every year and scoring another big hit with 1972's "Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast." By the mid '70s, Newton was already shedding his baby-faced image and fast becoming Vegas' must-see event. Decades later, he still reigns as Mr. Vegas, bringing in fans — young and old — to see the living legend do what he was born to do: entertain.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 1 out of 5 disappointed
by DELAMAR on 7/17/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesI USE TO GO ALOT TO LAS VAGAS AND I STILL DO .BUT BACK WENT WAYNE NEWTON USE TO PLAY THERE, HE WAS GREAT, SO I WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING HIM IN L'AUBERGE.IT HAD BEEN ABOUT 8 YEARS .I WAS SO DISAPPOINTED THAT WE LEFT THE SHOW 40 MIN AFTER WE GOT IN. WE JUST WALK OUT. I DIDN'T KNOW HE HAD SOME PROBLEM'S WITH HIS VOICE. THE HOTEL WAS GREAT. I WISH WAYNE NEWTON ALL THE BEST ,BUT IF WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE SAME SINGING HE IS GONE. THANKS ROSA
Rating: 4 out of 5 He put on a ggod show.
by Steer on 7/17/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesAlthough his voice was a little bit off he and his band put on a very entertaining show.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Wayne Newton is Mr. Las Vegas
by pesty on 7/16/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesWe had always wanted to see Wayne Newton in Las Vegas, but just never had the opportunity to get there or manage to get tickets when we were able to go. My husband sees that he's going to be in Lake Charles at the L'Auberge Du Lac Casino and Resort and he was able to coordinate our stay at the hotel with the Friday show. I had lots of folks tell me Wayne Newton wasn't any good any more because he'd lost his voice. I didn't care, I still wanted to go. I'm so glad we went! We arrived early for the show and waited on the doors to open. Yes, I agree Wayne Newton can't sing like he used to. His voice isn't what it used to be, but the show was well worth it. I'd always heard that his jokes and stories were really good and they were. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed seeing Wayne Newton and we are very glad we went. The sound wasn't so great in that room because it was probably just a meeting room of some kind, but we are very glad we went. It was very enjoyable and entertaining and we can say we got to see Mr. Las Vegas in person.
Rating: 1 out of 5 Needs to Stop Singing
by GoodtimeCharley on 7/16/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesAt one time he could play several instruments very well .......since he tried to sing most of the night .we had to walk out.I felt sorry for him......guess his voice is gone for good.We enjoyed the band,but could'nt wait any longer so see if he was going to play any tunes.Disappointed.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Wayne was good.
by DClark on 7/16/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesWayne's voice has gone. It's not as strong as it was once was. Very shaky! However, he did put on a great show. The show is much like an Elvis show. Songs and showmanship. The only complaint I have is that he talked too much and didn't sing enough. Of course, he was compensating for his voice. Nevertheless, if you have a chance to go and see Wayne, do it. It's worth the trip. He puts on a good show. And he’s still rocks to be in his 60s.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Mr Showmanship!!!!
by zandwyk on 7/16/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesOne of the last GREAT entertainers left. The best performance I have seen in years. Not many STARS talk to the audience members like he does. Bring him to Houston and I will see him in the front row!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Wayne Newton was Great!!
by SharronB123 on 7/16/09L'AUBERGE DU LAC CASINO AND RESORT - Lake CharlesWayne put on a great show, played all his instruments, and really related to the crowd. We really enjoyed his show. Will go and see him again, when he's in the area
Rating: 4 out of 5 very good show
by snooks on 7/15/09Adler Theatre - DavenportLoved the whole show. Would love to someday experience the full show in Vegas.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Way better than expected!
by hammerinHank on 7/14/09Adler Theatre - DavenportWayne Newton's material is not something I usually listen to. In fact, I don't think I have heard anything of his that wasn't in Vegas Vacation. I just took my Mom to the show since she loves him. Ok, with that said, he did an amazing show. I didn't know that he played guitar--in fact, he is quite good at it. Unfortunately, it was not a sold-out show--and it should have been. He is that good! Amazing voice, great rapport with the audience. Quite the entertainer!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Wayne Newton Still Has It
by Jpetz on 7/14/09Adler Theatre - DavenportEven though it seemed like Mr Newton was having trouble talking (maybe a cold) he could still belt it out. When it comes to his performance, he is still the consumate performer! I wish I had 1/10 of his musical talent. I have seen him in Las Vegas where he is more able to interact with the crowd. Because of the stage situation, he could not do that at the Adler, but he did his best to make the crowd feel like part of the show.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Disappointed in Wayne Newton Concert
by GrammieC on 7/14/09Adler Theatre - DavenportThe live music & backup singers were so loud they drowned out Wayne's singing. The accoustics in the theatre were not right for this kind of concert. He could have cut back on the jokes (bad) & sung more. I was glad I got to see him live; but very disappointed in the concert.
Rating: 1 out of 5 Wayne Should Retire
by anilou on 7/14/09Adler Theatre - DavenportWayne's scratchy voice filled the Adler Theater. His singing did not bring back memories of long ago. I hardly recognized his signature song Dankeshein. As we left the building they played a recording of Dankeshein from long ago. The recording was much better than his show. We were very disappointed.