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Time Out
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
I live in the world's best city for nightlife. Here's why Las Vegas deserves that title.
Raise your glass, Las Vegas, you're the top destination in the world for a night out on the town—another accolade for a city that loves to collect superlatives. Las Vegas being named Time Out's top city for nightlife —part of a global survey of what locals love best about their cities—is well deserved. The desert destination has added so many entertainment and nightlife alternatives into what was once a gambling-centric town that it should be applauded for its ability to adapt and change to current trends. These days that means catering to millennials and Gen Z visitors who seek out experiences to share on their social media accounts that aren't limited to nights out at the bars or dancing in nightclubs. In my years living in Las Vegas, I've seen a lot of change. Here, a night out means many things. There are shows like ABSINTHE and Atomic Saloon that push both physical and comedic boundaries, an entire compound of immersive activities, museums and walk-through participatory exhibits like the John Wick Experience and Meow Wolf's Omega Mart at AREA15, and places to challenge friends at mini-golf, axe throwing or darts. And that's before we even get to an always-packed slate of concerts, theater, comedy and professional sports. So, Las Vegas has plenty of options after dark. As synonymous with Vegas as they seem now, nightclubs in casino-resorts are actually relatively new here. In fact, they've barely hit drinking age. One of the first megaclubs, Pure Nightclub (now OMNIA) debuted at Caesars Palace in 2004 and was joined a year later by Tao at the Venetian. Together, they ushered in the massive celebrity-driven DJ culture that's still spreading to other resorts today—and is highlighted by one of the city's biggest annual events: the Electric Daisy Carnival. Nightclubs aren't the only game in town. They now compete for attention with downtown breweries, tons of tiki bars and dozens of speakeasies as the city's most popular places to grab a drink. But concerts and residencies have become the true lifeblood of entertainment for us in Las Vegas. Take, for example, a recent week in mid-July when we were lucky enough to witness the opening of two new residencies—Kelly Clarkson at Caesars Palace and Backstreet Boys at Sphere —at the same time that Lady Gaga's Mayhem tour kicked off with three nights at T-Mobile Arena. Not a bad week. Now granted, Las Vegas is not the bargain it used to be. Paid parking and rising drink prices that hover around $20 have both been mocked online, but visitors generally seem to accept them. On the affordability scale, a majority of respondents to Time Out's survey thought grabbing a cup of coffee (66 percent) or getting a drink at a bar (57 percent) was affordable in Vegas, but they sour on the cost of theater, music and clubbing with 74 percent of people saying that going out to a nightclub is no longer affordable. What's got me most excited right now, though, is what's happening in the Arts District. Also known as 18b, the 18-block bohemian neighborhood just north of the Strat is a walkable district that's home to First Friday, a monthly arts festival and block party, along with a collection of bars and restaurants. We're seeing the biggest changes here along Commerce and Main Street where several new standout cocktail lounges like Nocturno, Petite Boheme and Doberman have all opened in recent months. You could spend the evening inside the vinyl listening room at Echo-Taste and Sound, sipping Japanese whiskey at Bar Ginza or grabbing a craft beer at one of the breweries in the area. It's here among the vintage shops, art galleries and performance spaces you'll find us locals meeting up with each other or accompanying out-of-town friends for a night of barhopping—and an unforgettable evening that's literally the best in the world.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
John Wick 5: Ana de Armas on if She'll Return After Ballerina
While fans are eagerly waiting for the arrival of Ana de Armas' Ballerina, the actress has already shed light on her potential return to the franchise in John Wick 5. While Keanu Reeves, who has portrayed the legendary hitman for over a decade now, will be making an appearance in the franchise's first spin-off film, fans have wondered if Ana de Armas will return the favor in the confirmed John Wick 5. During her recent appearance at a recreated Continental hotel lobby at the John Wick Experience in Las Vegas, The Direct's Russ Milheim questioned Ana de Armas about the possibility of featuring in the upcoming installment in the John Wick film series. The actress expressed enthusiasm for the proposition but shied away from providing any confirmation. 'That would be really cool. I would love that. Why not? I mean, they already know each other, right? Like, why wouldn't it? I would love that. That would be amazing.' Taking place between the events of Parabellum and John Wick 4, the upcoming Ballerina will see Ana de Armas' Eve Macarro embark on a perilous journey to avenge her father's untimely death. The final trailer for the film also saw her character face off against Keanu Reeves' deadly assassin. It is currently unknown whether Ana de Armas' character will survive her encounter with John Wick. Additionally, with Reeves' hitman seemingly meeting his end in John Wick 4, fans are curious to know how the creators will enforce his return in John Wick 5, while hopefully adding Ana de Armas to the film's cast. At the time of writing, John Wick 5 does not have a release date window. As fans wait for more updates on the movie's premiere schedule, they can see Reeves' Wick in action in Ballerina, which hits theaters on June 6, 2025. Originally reported by Apoorv Rastogi on SuperHeroHype. The post John Wick 5: Ana de Armas on if She'll Return After Ballerina appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
See - Sada Elbalad
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"John Wick 5" Gets Thrilling Update
Yara Sameh Fans can rejoice as Jenefer Brown, the EVP and Head of Global Products & Experiences at Lionsgate, has confirmed that John Wick 5 is happening. The Keanu Reeves-led franchise has so far spawned four installments and a limited series, in addition to an upcoming spin-off movie featuring Ana de Armas. As per Brown, while a fifth entry is definitely on the way, it is possible that Reeves might not reprise his iconic role due to the events that transpired towards the conclusion of Chapter 4. However, she has not revealed anything about the John Wick 5 release date. In a recent conversation, the long-term Lionsgate executive stated that the studio is actively working towards expanding the John Wick universe, which includes plans for "John Wick 5", as well as other connected entries. While speaking with at a preview event for the John Wick Experience in Las Vegas, Jenefer Brown noted, 'This world continues to grow and expand in incredible ways. Up next, of course, we have Ballerina, which is our first spin-off movie, and [we] can't wait for that to release to the world. Of course, we've announced we're working on a fifth John Wick film. I think there are more spinoffs to come, a TV series, video game.' Nevertheless, Brown failed to confirm whether Reeves will be returning for John Wick 5. 'We've shared that we're developing a fifth John Wick film. [John Wick] may be [dead]. We are all on bated breath waiting to find out,' she remarked while addressing the possibilities of Reeves' return. Despite the encouraging updates regarding John Wick 5, the project has yet to receive an official release date. While fans wait for more updates on the sequel, they can enjoy themselves with "From the World of John Wick: Ballerina", which hits theaters on June 6.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘John Wick Experience' Opens Doors In Las Vegas; First Photos Unveiled
Lionsgate and Egan Productions' immersive John Wick Experience is now open at Area15, which is located just off the Las Vegas Strip. If you want to know what it looks like inside, take a gander above and below. John Wick filmmaker Chad Stahelski and his team at 87Eleven Entertainment were creative collaborators on the experience, from design to special stunt work. The fun spot is based on the billion-dollar Lionsgate franchise and counts more than a dozen themed rooms from the pics, as well as live interactions and interactive game play. More from Deadline Date Set For Expected Shareholder Vote On Lionsgate Studios Split From Starz Cynthia Erivo Boards Lionsgate's 'Karoshi' Action Thriller 'Monopoly' Movie Lands John Francis Daley And Jonathan Goldstein As Writers Each group of guests passing through the John Wick Experience are tasked with completing a mission that plays out in unique ways with characters, mythology, and iconography inspired by the feature film universe. Visitors may rub elbows or grab a drink with John Wick Continental Las Vegas staff, assassins, crime bosses, or other curious guests like themselves The roughly 12,000-square-foot ticketed attraction includes two themed bars and a retail shop. To bring audiences into the world of Wick, Lionsgate and Stahelski worked closely with Egan Productions, the producer of the experience. Egan is also Lionsgate's collaborator on two other Las Vegas attractions based on the studio's beloved IP: The Official SAW Escape, which opened in 2018 and was named Best Escape Room by USA Today, and Escape Blair Witch, which opened in 2021. 'In the films, Chad Stahelski has created a complex, alternate reality with exquisite design, deep mythological influence and meticulous action,' said Jenefer Brown, EVP & Head of Global Products and Experiences at Lionsgate. 'The most important part of creating this experience was honoring that and making sure that our guests truly feel like they are part of the world of the films. The experience delivers wholeheartedly on that promise, and we are excited to share it with fans.' 'The John Wick Experience drops you into the sleek, sophisticated world of The Las Vegas Continental,' said Jason Egan. 'This is the ultimate destination for anyone seeking a unique and captivating Vegas experience, and a must-visit for John Wick fans.' The John Wick Experience is opening just months before the first John Wick spinoff movie, Ballerina, hits theaters June 6. There's also a second spinoff movie starring Donnie Yen in the works. In addition, Lionsgate is developing the series John Wick: Under the High Table, which Stahelski and Keanu Reeves are executive producing, and the studio has a John Wick AAA video game in the works. More info can be found at Best of Deadline 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery All The Songs In 'Severance' Season 2: From The Who To Ella Fitzgerald 10 Brand New Emmy-Eligible Shows Coming This Spring
