Casino Rama Becomes Classic Rock Headquarters

Announcing the March 2013 concert line-up

RAMA, ON (Tuesday, December 11, 2012) – The March 2013 concert line-up heralds the return of popular classic rockers: Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Foreigner, The Doobie Brothers and George Thorogood & The Destroyers.  Plus we’ve got a great way to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day weekend with The Irish Descendants and two benefit concerts that support the “Radio for Radiology” campaign, raising funds for the Simcoe Muskoka Regional Cancer Centre.

The March 2013 concert line-up features:

Joan Jett & The Blackhearts

Friday, March 1st

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets are $20/$30

These platinum selling classic rockers are best known for hits: “I Love Rock’ n’ Roll”, “Crimson and Clover”, “I Hate Myself for Loving You”, “Light of Day” & “Bad Reputation”.

The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

starring Shawn Barker

Saturday, March 2

SHOWTIME: 1 PM, DOORS OPEN: 12 noon

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets are $20/$30

Shawn Barker is considered the pre-eminent Cash tribute artist by fans & critics alike! Experience live, his uncanny resemblance & remarkably authentic portrayal of one of music’s most enduring legends, Johnny Cash. This show features hit songs from across Cash’s career right up to 2003 as well as duets performed with June Carter Cash.

Foreigner

Friday, March 8 & Saturday, March 9

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets are $35/$45

This popular rock band has sold more than 70 million albums worldwide, based on the success of chart-topping arena anthems: “I Want to Know What Love Is”, “Cold As Ice”, “Urgent”, “Waiting for a Girl Like You”, “Feels Like The First Time” and “Juke Box Hero”.

The Irish Descendants

Saturday, March 16

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets are $18/$25

Straight from the Rocky Shores of Newfoundland, join this Canadian folk band as they help us celebrate the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. They are best known for songs “Last of the Great Whales”, “Catch the Wind”, “Rattlin’ Bog” & “The Rock and a Hard Place”.

George Thorogood & The Destroyers

Friday, March 22

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets are $35/$45

Popular vocalist & guitarist returns to the Casino Rama stage, his cover hits “Move It on Over” & “Who Do You Love”, as well as his solo hits “Bad to the Bone” & “Get a Haircut” have helped him sell 16 million albums worldwide.

Doobie Brothers

Thursday, March 28

SHOWTIME: 8 PM, DOORS OPEN: 7 PM

Tickets are $35/$45

‘70’s rock band, having sold over 30 million albums worldwide based on the success of hits “Listen to the Music”, “Black Water” & “China Grove”, returns.

Rat Pack 2013: Back In The Day Is Back In Style

Friday, March 29

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Saturday, March 30

SHOWTIME: 1 PM, DOORS OPEN: 12 noon

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets are $20/$30

This sensational show features the greatest music of the 20th century from legends Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop.  Backed by a dynamite 12-piece orchestra and set at the Sands Hotel’s famed Copa Room these four performers wow with their vocals, funny audience banter, spontaneous stage antics, and spot-on impersonations

In addition, we are pleased to once again partner with a local media group to host the following benefit concerts, which are currently on-sale:

Radio for Radiation Benefit Concert IV:  The CMT Hitlist Tour 2013

Saturday, March 23

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets start at $45

This show promises to be a one]of]a]kind musical experience by bringing together an impressive roster of celebrated Canadian country artists, Emerson Drive, Doc Walker and Aaron Pritchett.  Proceeds from the benefit concert will support the on-going “Radio for Radiology” campaign, raising funds for Simcoe Muskoka Regional Cancer Centre.

Radio for Radiation Benefit Concert V:  Rock Never Stops

Saturday, April 20

SHOWTIME: 9 PM, DOORS OPEN: 8 PM

Tickets start at $40

Join classic Canadian rockers Loverboy and Prism, with special guests RVH’s own Vital Organs in one unforgettable show.  Proceeds from the benefit concert will support the on-going “Radio for Radiology” campaign, raising funds for Simcoe Muskoka Regional Cancer Centre.

Exclusive advanced ticket purchase for Players Passport™ Club Members begins Sunday, December 16 at 10 am in-person only at the Casino Rama Box Office, Facebook Fans & Club Members on Monday, December 17 at 12 noon in person at the Box Office and online atwww.ticketmaster.ca or by calling toll free 1- 877-599-RAMA (7262). Special code required for Monday’s advance purchase period.  

Tickets go on-sale to the general public on Tuesday, December 18 at 12 noon and will be available in-person at the Casino Rama Box Office, at all TicketMaster locations, by calling toll free 1-877-599-RAMA (7262) and online at www.casinorama.com. Ticket prices do not include applicable taxes or service charges.  

PER SHOW TICKET LIMIT:  Ticket limit is 8 per customer per show.  Please adhere to published ticket limits.  Orders exceeding the ticket limit may be cancelled without notice by TicketMaster at its discretion.  This includes duplicate orders having the same billing address or credit card.

Operating since July 31, 1996, Casino Rama is Ontario’s only First Nations commercial casino and has earned a reputation for presenting exclusive world-class sporting, entertainment & television events. The Casino offers a complete entertainment experience with over 2,500 slot machines, more than 110 gaming tables, 10 unique restaurants, a world-class 5,000 seat Entertainment Centre, and a 300-room all-suite, full-service hotel, featuring spa and health club facilities. Casino Rama is operated by Penn National Gaming, Inc.

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