Riviera Casino & Hotel Nationwide Search for Next
Las Vegas Strip Comic Headliner Reaches Semifinals
First four semifinalists from 226 submissions take the stage Saturday, Mar. 23, at 10 p.m.
The Riviera Casino & Hotel’s search for its next comic headliner has reached the semifinal level as 16 people from around the country have been selected out of 226 entries to compete in four events beginning Saturday, Mar. 23. All comedians, both amateur and professional, were asked to submit a 3-5 minute video with the winner earning a one-week headlining gig at the iconic Riviera Comedy Club. Four comedians will perform per night on Mar. 23 and 30, Apr. 6 and 13 at 10 p.m. One winner from each semifinal will compete in the finale on Saturday, Apr. 20, to coincide with the 58th Anniversary of the opening of the Riviera Casino & Hotel. All of these competitions are open to the public and free to attend.
The four semifinalists* that will take the stage on Saturday, Mar. 23, are:
- Alycia Cooper from Temple Hill, MD
- Chad Haskell from North Las Vegas, NV
- Mike Merrill from Panorama City, CA
- Doug Stone from Des Moines, IA
To see the submissions from the four semifinalists, visit http://sos.me/FueBH
“This search was intended to provide an opportunity for a comedian, whether up-and-coming or a seasoned veteran, to headline on the Las Vegas Strip,” says Mark Massimino, director of entertainment at Riviera Casino & Hotel. “We are thrilled with the amount of submissions we received and while narrowing it down to 16 was a difficult task, we feel that these semifinalists each have what it takes to be in the spotlight at Riviera Comedy Club.”
Each semifinal event and the finale are open to the public and free to attend. For more information, visit www.RivieraHotel.com.
*Lineup subject to change based on availability
About The Riviera Casino & Hotel
Celebrating more than 55 years of non-stop entertainment, the Riviera Casino & Hotel is one of the iconic casino and hotel destinations in Las Vegas. With over 2,000 hotel rooms and 160,000 square feet of convention space, the Riviera brings a rich tradition of quality, service and hospitality excellence. Located on the north end of Las Vegas Boulevard, the Riviera features over 100,000 square feet of casino space with all of the latest games along with award winning entertainment and a variety of dining options. For more information on the Riviera’s amenities, visit www.RivieraHotel.com.