David Spade to Bring His Hilarious Stand-up Act to The Venetian in 2009

First engagement scheduled for January 1-3, 2009

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/ — The Venetian announced today that comedian and actor David Spade will join its incredible line-up of entertainment at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino for a series of limited engagements in 2009. Best known for his sarcastic sense of humor and cutting one-liners, Spade’s stand-up performance runs 75 minutes and features real-life situations that only he can turn into comedy. Spade’s first engagement is scheduled for January 1 – 3, 2009 at 8 p.m. each night inside the 742-seat Venetian Showroom.

“2009 is going to be another great year for entertainment at The Venetian and we are excited to kick it off on with multi-talented comedian and performer, David Spade,” said Jason Gastwirth, corporate vice president of entertainment for Las Vegas Sands Corp. “Spade will make a great addition to our existing line-up of world class entertainment available at The Venetian.

“Everyone knows The Venetian is one of the most beautiful hotels on the strip. I am lucky I get to play there and I am looking forward to some fun shows in 2009,” said Spade.

David Spade has received multiple accolades for his roles as a stand-up comedian and actor in both television and movies, including Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations. Spade first found fame in the early nineties as a regular cast member and writer for “Saturday Night Live” and continued his success starring in movies such as “Joe Dirt,” “Lost and Found,” “Black Sheep” and “Tommy Boy.” His success on the small screen continued with the hit television show “Just Shoot Me,” hosting Comedy Central’s “The Showbiz Show” and most recently starring in the CBS sitcom “Rules of Engagement.”

Tickets go on sale Friday, December 12 at 10 a.m. Ticket prices will be $49, $69 and $89 plus tax and handling fees. A limited number of VIP Packages, which include front row seats and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Spade after the show, will be available for $149 per person plus tax and handling fees. Performance dates are subject to change. To make reservations visit www.venetian.com, call 702.414.9000, or visit any Venetian Box Office.

About The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino

The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, the largest property in the country to receive AAA’s Five Diamond Award and Mobil Four-Star, is one of the world’s most luxurious resort and convention destinations. Re-creating Venice’s legendary landmarks, the resort offers unmatched service and quality for leisure and corporate guests. Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, The Venetian features The Grand Canal Shoppes, an indoor streetscape complete with gondolas and singing gondoliers, the Canyon Ranch SpaClub, world-class gaming, exquisite restaurants, and a wide variety of entertainment such as Phantom-The Las Vegas Spectacular, Blue Man Group and Wayne Brady on its premises, as well as extensive convention and corporate services. For additional information, visit www.venetian.com.

    Media Contact:
    LeAnn Tinch/Amy Carlson, The Venetian Communications Department,
    702.414.4334

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