The Colosseum at Caesars Palace explained

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Former Names:Caesars Palace Showroom
Address:3570 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109-8924
Location:Caesars Palace, Las Vegas Strip, Paradise
Renovated:July–September 2019
Owner:Caesars Entertainment
Operator:Live Nation Entertainment
Cost:$108 million
Architect:Scéno Plus and GSB, Inc.
Structural Engineer:Kordt Engineering Group
Services Engineer:Global Structural Detailing
General Contractor:Perini Corporation
Main Contractors:Morris-Shea Bridge Company
Capacity:4,100

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace is a theater located on the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. It is the main entertainment venue for Caesars Palace.

The venue opened in 2003 and has an estimated seating capacity of 4,100 spectators. Its design is inspired by the architecture of ancient Rome along with aspects of contemporary architecture.[1] The cost of the theater was $108 million, becoming the most expensive entertainment venue in Las Vegas at the time, beating the "O" Theater at the Bellagio Las Vegas.[2]

Deemed the Home of the Greatest Entertainers in the World, the Colosseum has hosted numerous concert residencies by Celine Dion, Madonna, Elton John, Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, Usher, Rod Stewart, Cher, Bette Midler, Shania Twain, Mariah Carey, and Adele. Celine Dion has had the longest residency (1,141 shows as of June 8, 2019) at the venue grossing a total of $650 million since her arrival in 2003. She also performed her record-breaking 1000th show at the venue on October 8, 2016.

Background

In 2000, Caesars Palace made plans to renovate the defunct Circus Maximus Showroom (opened 1966). During this time, the owners were approached about a new business venture with Celine Dion. Once the venture was launched, the renovation was cancelled. A new entertainment venue was set to be built in place of the old showroom. The showroom closed in September 2000 with a performance by Steve and Eydie. The theatre was built specially to house Celine Dion's "A New Day...". The construction was initiated by Park Place Entertainment to coincide with other renovations to the hotel complex including additional retail space, meeting areas, restaurants, spas, and a 20-story all-suites hotel tower.[3] The original construction cost was estimated to be between $65 and $75 million. Additional technical aspects drove cost to over $100 million.

The theatre was designed by the world-renowned firm Scéno Plus and constructed by Perini Building Company, with the project beginning in December 2001 and completed on February 4, 2003 (six weeks before its estimated completion date), opening on March 25, 2003. Dion filmed a television special for CBS to showcase the first night of her residency (entitled "Celine in Las Vegas, Opening Night Live", hosted by Justin Timberlake), including behind the scenes look at the theatre and the show.[4]

Since its incarnation, the venue is operated by AEG Live and is currently owned by Caesars Entertainment. The success of Dion's show drew more entertainers to perform at the theatre. Elton John brought his Red Piano show to the theatre from 2004, until 2009. Additional entertainers include Kylie Minogue, Diana Ross, Romina Arena, Faith Hill, Ricky Martin and Luis Miguel. The venue has also hosted numerous comedy shows by Kathy Griffin, Jerry Seinfeld, Chelsea Handler, Dave Chappelle and Ellen DeGeneres. The premiere of the 11th season of Hell's Kitchen was filmed in front of a live audience at The Colosseum.

In 2018, Celine Dion filmed in the venue the music video for her song Ashes from the movie Deadpool 2 alongside Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds.

Technical aspects

The design for the theatre was based on the ancient Colosseum in Rome.[2] It is connected to the casino near the Forum Shops. The venue is 256feet in diameter with the rotunda 120feet above the floor. The stage measures 22450square feet and has a proscenium arch with a height of 45feet and a width of 120feet (one of the world's largest stage openings).[5] It was designed with 180,000 watts of amplification and 139 speakers. It also includes a 120adj=midNaNadj=mid by 40adj=midNaNadj=mid LED screen manufactured by Mitsubishi Diamond Vision, adding $10 million to the construction budget. The video screen provides the illusion of 3D stage scenery.

The stage itself includes ten motorized stage lifts which compose 75 percent of the stage. Unlike the Colosseum in Rome, the theatre was built in an intimate setting, with the furthest seating being 120feet from the stage. To reinforce its intimacy, the venue is equipped with 200 acoustical panels to control the amplified sound.[2]

Performance history

Headliners

PerformerShowLengthNumber of showsRelease(s)
Celine DionA New Day...[6] March 25, 2003 – December 15, 2007717
Celine[7] March 15, 2011 – June 8, 2019427
  • Celine: 3 Boys and a New Show (OWN Special)
Elton JohnThe Red Piano[8] February 13, 2004 – March 22, 2009247
  • Elton John: The Red Piano (NBC Special) (2005)
  • The Red Piano (2009)
The Million Dollar Piano[9] September 28, 2011 – May 17, 2018197
  • Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano (Cinema/DVD and Blu-ray) (2014)
Bette MidlerThe Showgirl Must Go On[10] February 20, 2008 – January 31, 2010170
  • Bette Midler: The Showgirl Must Go On (HBO Special) (2010)
  • The Showgirl Must Go On (DVD) (2011)
CherCher at the Colosseum[11] May 6, 2008 – February 5, 2011192
Rod Stewart[12] August 24, 2011 – November 18, 2023140
Shania Twain[13] December 1, 2012 – December 13, 2014105
  • (CD/DVD) (2015)[14]
Reba McEntire and Brooks & DunnTogether in Vegas[15] June 19, 2015 – December 15, 202195
Mariah Carey
  1. 1 to Infinity
[16] 		May 6, 2015 – July 18, 201750
The Butterfly ReturnsJuly 5, 2018 - February 29, 202025
UsherUsher - The Vegas Residency July 16, 2021 – January 1, 202218
AdeleWeekends with AdeleNovember 18, 2022 - June 15, 2024100
Garth BrooksGarth Brooks/Plus ONEMay 18, 2023 - December 16, 202327
The Killers20 Years of Hot Fuss[17] August 14, 2024 - September 1, 202410

Shows

PerformerShowDate
Mariah CareyCharmbracelet World TourJuly 26, 2003[18]
Angels Advocate TourFebruary 27, 2010[19]
  • December 14–22, 2017
  • November 22–30, 2019
Gloria EstefanLive & UnwrappedOctober 10–19, 2003[20]
Romina ArenaRomina Arena Live!June 8–9, 2004[21]
Stevie NicksDreams
  • May 10–14, 2005[22]
  • March 20–24, 2007[23]
Gold Dust TourJuly 5, 2005
Stevie Nicks in ConcertMay 14, 2011[24]
Faith HillAugust 10–14, 2004[25]
Carole KingThe Living Room TourAugust 21, 2004[26]
Luis MiguelMéxico En La Piel TourSeptember 14–16, 2007[27]
Cómplices Tour
  • September 12–15, 2008[28]
  • September 12–15, 2009[29]
Luis Miguel Tour
  • September 15–18, 2010[30]
  • September 15–18, 2011[31]
The Hits Tour
  • September 13–15, 2012[32]
  • September 13–15, 2013[33]
Deja Vu TourSeptember 12–15, 2014
México Por Siempre Tour
  • September 13–14, 2018
  • September 12–13, 15–16, 2019
Luis Miguel Tour 2023–24September 12, 14–15, 2024
Bob DylanNever Ending TourAugust 17, 2010[34]
Rod StewartNovember 6–21, 2010[35]
Diana RossNovember 12–13, 2010[36]
In the Name of Love TourSeptember 19, 2014
Leonard CohenLeonard Cohen TourDecember 10–11, 2010[37]
Jacky CheungThe Year of Jacky Cheung World Tour
  • February 18–19, 2007
  • December 22, 2007
1/2 Century TourFebruary 6–8, 2011
Janet JacksonNumber Ones: Up Close and Personal
  • April 22–24, 2011
  • November 26, 2011 [38]
Ricky MartinMúsica + Alma + Sexo World TourApril 30, 2011[39]
Kylie MinogueMay 22, 2011[40]
StingBack to Bass TourNovember 25, 2011
Wakin ChauJanuary 28–29, 2012
Il DivoIl Divo & Orchestra in ConcertJuly 13–14, 2012
Aretha FranklinJuly 15, 2012
Tony BennettSeptember 1, 2012
Sandy LamFebruary 16–17, 2013
Enrique IglesiasSex and Love Tour
  • September 13–14, 2015
  • September 16–17, 2016
Emmanuel & MijaresTwo’r Amigos 2September 15, 2016
The WhoThe Who Hits 50!May 29, 2016
Steely DanThe Dan Who Knew Too MuchJune 19, 2016
Jennifer LopezDecember 31, 2014
J. ColeWhat Dreams May Come TourOctober 25, 2013
Siavash Ghomayshi, Michael & ArefChristmas in VegasDecember 25, 2015
Mark KnopflerAn Evening with Mark Knopfler and His BandSeptember 16, 2015
DariushDecember 25, 2014
Show Lo'Dance Soul Return' World Live TourNovember 29, 2014
Hall & OatesOctober 22, 2014
Christina AguileraThe Liberation TourOctober 27, 2018
MadonnaMadame X TourNovember 7, 9–10, 2019
Backstreet BoysDNA World TourApril 8, 9, 15–16, 2022
Ariana GrandeThe Honeymoon TourDecember 31, 2015
Juan GabrielLive in ConcertSeptember 15, 2008

Accolades

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Notes and References

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  2. Web site: Palatial Colosseum matches shows grand scope . 21 March 2003 . . . 2 July 2009. https://web.archive.org/web/20120406095601/http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2003/mar/21/palatial-colosseum-matches-shows-grand-scope/ . dead . 6 April 2012.
  3. Park Place to Build All-Suites Hotel Tower at Caesars Palace - Will Feature Approximately 900 Suites And Mini-Suites . Hospitality Net . 11 May 2001 . 13 May 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120312021926/http://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/4007897.html . live . 12 March 2012.
  4. Web site: Timberlake to host CBS' Dion special . Adalian, Josef . 12 March 2003 . . . 13 May 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20121108061436/http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117882155?refCatId=14 . dead . 8 November 2012 .
  5. Perini Building Co. Delivers the Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Budget and Ahead of Schedule. . . 17 April 2003 . 13 May 2011 . 21 October 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20121021205050/http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Perini+Building+Co.+Delivers+the+Colosseum+at+Caesars+Palace+on...-a0100189902 . dead .
  6. Web site: Celine Dion's 'New Day' dawns with a TV preview . Gardner, Elysa . 24 March 2003 . . . 13 May 2011.
  7. Web site: Dion has grown into her diverse new Colosseum showcase . Weatherford, Mike . 16 March 2011 . . . 16 March 2011.
  8. Web site: Stage: Rock it, man . Scherzer, Barbara . 19 February 2004 . . Stephens Media . 13 May 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20141210182503/http://www.lasvegasmercury.com/2004/MERC-Feb-19-Thu-2004/23234895.html . 10 December 2014 . dead .
  9. Web site: Music legend Elton John returning to Caesars . Bracelin, Jason . 18 April 2011 . Las Vegas Review-Journal. Stephens Media . 13 May 2011.
  10. Web site: Hail to Caesars! Bette Midler hits the jackpot with her $10M revue . Daily News Staff . 22 February 2008 . . . 13 May 2011.
  11. Web site: Cher to Begin Three-Year, 200-Show Engagement at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. 8 February 2008 . . News Corporation. 13 May 2011.
  12. Web site: Rod Stewart Brings Hits To Colosseum . Smith, Jay . 10 May 2011 . Pollstar . Associated Press . 13 May 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110515185621/http://pollstar.com/blogs/news/archive/2011/05/10/767078.aspx . 15 May 2011 . dead .
  13. Web site: Shania Twain gets two-year residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas: Show will begin in 2012 . Perricone, Kathleen . 10 June 2011 . . 15 June 2011.
  14. News: Shania Twain to release live album. usatoday.com.
  15. Web site: Reba, Brooks & Dunn. thecolosseum.com. 2015-02-01. 2017-11-28. https://web.archive.org/web/20171128041233/http://www.thecolosseum.com/news/detail/12277/reba-brooks-dunn-announce-together-in-vegas-residency-at-the-colosseum. dead.
  16. Mariah Carey to Sing Number Ones at First Las Vegas Residency . Jon Blistein . . January 15, 2015 . January 16, 2015.
  17. The Killers Announce 'Hot Fuss' 20th Anniversary Residency in Las Vegas . . 23 January 2024 .
  18. Web site: Mariah Carey Maps Out 'Intimate Evening' Tour. https://web.archive.org/web/20121107050134/http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1472736/mariah-carey-maps-out-theater-tour.jhtml . dead . November 7, 2012 . Patel, Joseph. Norris, John . 16 June 2003 . . . 13 May 2011.
  19. Web site: Mariah Carey brings her tour to a close at The Colosseum . Leach, Robin . 2 March 2010 . The Las Vegas Sun . Stephens Media . 13 May 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120925021251/http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2010/mar/02/mariah-carey-brings-her-tour-close-colosseum/ . 25 September 2012 . dead .
  20. Web site: Gloria Estefan lanzará álbum en inglés después de seis años . Gloria Estefan English album released after six years. es. 21 July 2003 . . Grupo El Universo . 13 May 2011.
  21. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pp7gSml8UqA Romina Arena Live at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas
  22. STEVIE NICKS – "DREAMS" EXCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE MAY 10 - MAY 14 . Harrah's Entertainment. 14 March 2005 . 13 May 2011.
  23. Web site: Stevie Nicks at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace . Quezada, Zeke . . . 13 May 2011 . 1 October 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20111001172651/http://govegas.about.com/od/shows/a/steviencks.htm . dead .
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  27. Web site: Like other immigrants before them . Navarrette Jr., Ruben . 19 September 2007 . . . 13 May 2011.
  28. Web site: No. 1 celebration . Brown, Joe . 12 September 2008 . The Las Vegas Sun . Stephens Media. 13 May 2011.
  29. Web site: Las Vegas guide to Mexican Independence Day . Duck, Allison . 12 September 2009 . . The Greenspun Corporation . 13 May 2011.
  30. Luis Miguel Announces 2010 Return to Caesars Palace . . 19 July 2010 . 13 May 2011.
  31. Web site: Luismi celebrará en Las Vegas Independencia. Luismi Independence held in Las Vegas. es. 13 April 2011. El Universal. 13 May 2011. 11 October 2012. https://web.archive.org/web/20121011225652/http://www.eluniversal.com.mx/notas/759070.html. dead.
  32. Web site: LUIS MIGUEL RETURNS TO THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE FOR 3 NIGHTS SEPT 13-15 - ON SALE FRI, MAY 11 . Luis Miguel regresa al coliseo del Caesars Palace por 3 noches . aeglive . 2013-09-03 . 2013-09-21 . https://web.archive.org/web/20130921055352/http://www.aeglive.com/news/view/10523 . dead .
  33. Web site: Luis Miguel at The Colosseum. Luis Miguel en el coliseo. bestofvegas .
  34. Web site: Bob Dylan and John Mellencamp in concert at The Colosseum . https://archive.today/20120630004230/http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/blogs/luxe-life/2010/aug/18/bob-dylan-and-john-mellencamp-together-onstage-col/ . dead . June 30, 2012 . Leach, Robin . 18 August 2010 . Las Vegas Weekly . The Greenspun Corporation . 13 May 2011 .
  35. Web site: REVIEW: Rod Stewart in Las Vegas . Pedersen, Erik . 7 November 2011 . The Hollywood Reporter. . 13 May 2011.
  36. Web site: "More Today Than Yesterday" With Diana Ross in Las Vegas . Quezada, Zeke . About.com . The New York Times Company . 13 May 2011 . 6 March 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120306100759/http://govegas.about.com/od/shows/ss/Diana-Ross-In-Las-Vegas.htm . dead .
  37. Web site: Closing Time: Leonard Cohen to wrap epic world tour in Las Vegas, return to studio . 7 September 2010 . . . 13 May 2011 . https://archive.today/20120630004243/http://arts.nationalpost.com/2010/09/07/closing-time-leonard-cohen-to-wrap-epic-world-tour-in-las-vegas-return-to-studio/ . 30 June 2012 . dead .
  38. Web site: In first Colosseum show, Janet Jackson goes solo — and so does her wardrobe . Katsilometes, John . 23 April 2011 . The Las Vegas Sun . Stephens Media. 14 May 2011.
  39. Web site: Ricky Martin back in action at Caesars . Weatherford, Mike . 29 April 2011 . Las Vegas Review-Journal . Stephens Media . 14 May 2011.
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