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Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, Donny & Marie, Fabulous Thunderbirds headed to Seneca Casinos this winter

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Tue, Aug 21st 2018 11:55 am
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino on Tuesday announced comedian Gabriel " Fluffy" Iglesias will perform inside the Seneca Niagara Events Center in Niagara Falls at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24. Tickets go on sale at noon this Friday.
Iglesias, known to millions as "Fluffy," is one of America's funniest and most successful stand-up comics, performing to sold-out audiences around the world. Marked by his unique mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects, his animated style has made him a favorite among fans of every age.
In addition to his live shows, Iglesias has recorded several one-hour comedy specials for television, DVD and Netflix, and he is one of the most-watched comedians on YouTube, with more than 300 million views. He has also appeared in numerous feature films and provided his voice to characters in several animated features, as well. (Tickets start at $45.)
Bear's Den Shows
The Bear's Den Showroom inside Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino has announced a set of new shows for November: Skid Row on Thursday, Nov. 8 (8 p.m.); Stevie Salas, Bernard Fowler, Doug Wimbish and Brian Tichy present "The RUMBLE Tour" on Friday, Nov. 9 (7 p.m.); "An Evening with The Fabulous Thunderbirds featuring Kim Wilson" on Friday, Nov. 23 (8 p.m.); and Ladies of Native Comedy on Friday, Nov. 30 (8 p.m.).
Tickets also go on sale at noon on Friday.
Skid Row is one of the top hard rock bands of the late-1980s and early-1990s. Formed in Toms River, New Jersey, in 1986, Skid Row exploded onto the music scene with two multi-Platinum albums. The band's debut album, "Skid Row," was an instant success and included two Top 10 singles, "18 and Life" and "I Remember You." The band followed up with another smash album, "Slave to the Grind," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Skid Row has shared the stage with such luminary hard rock bands as Bon Jovi, Aerosmith and KISS. (Tickets start at $45.)
"The RUMBLE Tour" is an energizing evening of music and entertainment that celebrates the Indigenous influence on American music. The evening begins with a screening of the Sundance Award-winning film "RUMBLE: The Indians Who Rocked the World," which highlights the talent, contributions and influence of Native American musicians, such as Link Wray, Jimi Hendrix, Robbie Robertson and Buffy Sainte-Marie. Following the film, there will be a Q&A session with the film's producers, Christina Fon and Stevie Salas. To cap off the evening, Salas and fellow musicians Bernard Fowler, Doug Wimbish and Brian Tichy will perform a jam session concert. (Tickets start at $45.)
The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been performing, touring and recording for 40 years, blazing a trail from their Texas roots across the country and around the world. Known for a heavy blend of Blues, R&B, and southern rock, the band has enjoyed critical acclaim and become a favorite act of many fellow musicians, performing with the like of the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton, among many others. The Fabulous Thunderbirds achieved their greatest commercial success in the 1980s, with hit singles "Tuff Enuff," "Wrap It Up" and "Powerful Stuff." The band continues to perform powerhouse shows to energetic audiences across the country. (Tickets start at $55.)
Ladies of Native Comedy features the trio of Adrianne Chalepah, Teresa Choyguha and Deanna M.A.D. Chalepah began her career in 2010, teaming up with the popular comedy troupe 49 Laughs Comedy. She has been featured on television, as well as in books and magazines, and, has performed alongside such noted acts Margaret Cho and Dane Cook. In 2012, Chalepah had the honor of opening for an appearance by first lady Michelle Obama. Choyguha was the winner of the Best Actress award at the Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival for her role in the independent film "More Than Frybread." She began her stand-up comedy career after winning a joke contest in Arizona nearly 20 years ago, and is now a highly sought-after performer. Deanna M.A.D. is a high-energy performer, who brings a "tell it like it is" attitude to the stage. Unafraid of talking taboo, her performances are known for questioning social norms. (Tickets start at $35.)
King of the Cage MMA, Donny & Marie Holiday 2018 Tour Headed to Seneca Allegany
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino will heat up the cold with a pair of entertainment events. It welcomes a King of the Cage MMA card on Saturday, Nov. 10 (6 p.m.), and the Donny & Marie Holiday 2018 Tour on Friday, Nov. 30 (8 p.m.). Tickets go on sale at noon on Friday.
King of the Cage, a leader in casino mixed martial arts entertainment, returns to Salamanca with another slate of bouts. After performing more than 500 events since its inception in 1998, including multiple events at both Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino and Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, King of the Cage continues to promote shows globally, including the U.S. and far-reaching countries such as England, Singapore, South Africa, Canada, Japan, Australia and the Philippines.
Event information will be announced soon. Tickets start at $35.
Donny & Marie Osmond have been entertaining generations of fans since bursting onto the scene in the 1970s. The legendary brother-and-sister act are back with a new stage show featuring all of the singing and dancing for which they are known. Donny & Marie became teenage stars, and, after guest hosting "The Mike Douglas Show" in 1975, the pair was given a primetime variety show that featured ice skating, comedy skits, and, of course, musical numbers. The show's most enduring song continues to be "I'm a Little Bit Country and I'm a Little Bit Rock 'n Roll," which is a Donny & Marie trademark number to this day. (Tickets start at $55.)
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino is nestled at the foot of the Allegheny Mountains along the New York/Pennsylvania border and is located off exit 20 of the Interstate 86 near U.S. Route 219.
Tickets may be purchased at any Seneca Resorts & Casinos location, online at www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster location, or order by phone by calling 1-800-745-3000. More information is available by calling 1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-873-6322) or visiting www.SenecaCasinos.com.

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