Enjoy Thanksgiving and fall into the groove at Vic’s Las Vegas in November
FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE
October 23, 2025
FALL INTO THE GROOVE AT VIC’S LAS VEGAS THIS NOVEMBER
Gather loved ones and enjoy live jazz and a Thanksgiving feast
Pictured: Dave Damiani at Vic’s
WHAT: Savor the swinging sounds at Vic’s Las Vegas throughout November. Every Wednesday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. is $1 Wine Wednesday where guests can enjoy a glass of premium white or red wine for just $1.00. November’s featured selections are Pebble Lane Pinot Noir and Benvolio Pinot Grigio.
Let Vic’s do the cooking this Thanksgiving with a prix fixe menu for $50 per person that includes a soup or salad, a choice of entrée, and dessert. Dining service starts at 11 a.m.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
NOV. 1 Laura Taylor
8 p.m. and 9:20 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 7 & 8 Bria Skonberg
8 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 12 Marlene Ricci
7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 14 Dave Does Vegas: Dave Damiani and Friends
7:45 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 15 Dave Does Vegas: Dave Damiani and Friends featuring Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti
7:45 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 19 “Dinner & A Show” Jazz Outreach Initiative (JOI) Benefit Concert
8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. / $70 per person includes dinner and a $10 donation to JOI or $35 cocktail package per person includes a $10 donation to JOI
NOV. 21 & 22 Joe Lano Quartet
7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 26 Deborah Silver with Musical Director Michael Orland
7:45 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 27 LVA Jazz Quartet Thanksgiving show 12 – 6 p.m.
NOV. 28 Plant Based with special guests and Las Vegas natives the Hong Twins (Charles and Jun Hong)
5 p.m., 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
NOV. 29 Christy Molasky and the Shoutouts
7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. / $30 minimum per person
*Las Vegas Academy (LVA) Jazz live entertainment is showcased every other evening.
WHERE: Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park
Reservations are strongly encouraged.
ABOUT LAURA TAYLOR
Renowned jazz vocalist and songwriter Laura Taylor returns with her highly anticipated sixth album, Think I’m In Love (Vegas Records). Featuring a collection of original works and her first recording of the Diana Ross classic title track, Taylor’s new release highlights her lyrical sensitivity, rich voice, and wide-ranging artistry. Collaborating with pianist-arranger Uli Geissendoerfer and an ensemble of top musicians, the album moves seamlessly from soulful R&B grooves to cinematic ballads and swinging jazz duets. A veteran performer with roots in opera and a celebrated career in New York and Las Vegas, Taylor has graced venues from the Waldorf Astoria to jazz clubs worldwide. With “Think I’m In Love,” she delivers what many consider her finest work to date—an intimate, expressive journey through love, longing, and timeless songcraft.
ABOUT BRIA SKONBERG
Bria Skonberg is a Juno-award winning artist, 10x Downbeat Rising Star, Jazz at Lincoln Center Swing! Awardee, and the 2022 recipient of the “Legend” Award by the Society for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook. The trumpeter, vocalist, and composer has been called the “shining hope of hot jazz” (NY Times) and is considered “one of the most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation.” (WSJ) She has been a featured artist at hundreds of festivals and stages the world over, including New Orleans Jazz & Heritage, Monterey, Newport, and Montreal Jazz Festivals.
The daughter of teachers, Bria was introduced to jazz by a spirited public school band program and local festival in her hometown of Chilliwack, British Columbia. A professional band leader since her teens, she moved to Vancouver and obtained her degree in Trumpet Performance from Capilano University. Since arriving in New York in 2010 she has been at the forefront of a revival of classic American music as both a performer and educator, programming concerts and workshops for students of all ages on behalf of Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Louis Armstrong House Museum, Jazz House Kids and more. Bria is an active mentor in the Women in Jazz Organization, a Bach Conn-Selmer artist, a board member of the International Trumpet Guild, and became a mother in 2020.
Her seventh studio album What it Means was recorded in New Orleans with the Crescent City’s finest and was released in July 2024.
ABOUT MARLENE RICCI
Marlene Ricci was born in Buffalo, New York, where she made her singing debut at age five. By sixteen, she was driven to perform at nightclubs in the Buffalo area by her father. A few years later, she made her way to Las Vegas, where Frank Sinatra saw her “belting it out” in the Aladdin lounge. He immediately called her over to his table and asked her to join his tour and put Marlene on the bill as his opening act. During that two-and-a-half-year tour across the country, Marlene was picked by Smith-Hemion Productions as the Cinderella girl and featured in the CBS TV Special “Cinderella at the Palace,” videotaped at Caesars.
Marlene went on to perform with many of the world’s greatest entertainers, Bob Hope, Paul Anka, Flip Wilson, Don Rickles, George Burns, Lee Greenwood, even the Village People, and many others. A Top 20 pop hit in Europe, “Tonight” created concert performances worldwide and numerous TV appearances in Europe and in the US, on Merv Griffin, Nashville Now, and The Tonight Show. After breaking all records during her run at The Top O’ the Dunes, she returned to the Strip as a guest star in “The Great Radio City Spectacular” featuring the Rockettes at the Flamingo. That successful engagement led to a long run in the Le Bistro Theater at the Riviera. Since then, Ricci has graced the stage of many Vegas Venues, including her recent performance to a “sold out” audience at the Elegant Stirling Club.
Marlene continues to wow listeners with her incredible song styling, versatility, and unpretentious stage manner. She has a fine ability to work with an audience, getting close – a sense influenced, no doubt, by Frank Sinatra.
ABOUT DAVE DAMIANI
Dave Damiani is a singer, bandleader, and producer known for bringing the Great American Songbook to a new generation. As the founder of the No Vacancy Orchestra, he’s performed with icons like George Benson, Renee Olstead, and Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti. His fresh approach to jazz and Vegas-style entertainment has made him a staple in clubs and theaters nationwide.
ABOUT THE JAZZ OUTREACH INITIATIVE (JOI)
Dinner & A Show is back! The third Wednesday of the month welcomes the return of the unforgettable “Dinner & A Show” featuring the incredible Jazz Vegas Orchestra, performing in support of the Jazz Outreach Initiative (JOI). This special evening is proudly sponsored by Vic’s Las Vegas and Signature Cruise Experiences (formerly Jazz Cruises), with proceeds benefiting JOI to support jazz education and outreach programs.
ABOUT THE JOE LANO QUARTET
Joe Lano, a world-class guitarist, arranger, and composer, has been a cornerstone of the Las Vegas and West Coast music scene for over 50 years. Since moving to Las Vegas in 1964, Joe has performed with nearly every major act in show business, including legends like Frank Sinatra, Lena Horne, and Steve Lawrence. As a student of the renowned Dennis Sandole—John Coltrane’s teacher—Joe blends technical mastery with deep, creative musicality.
Joining him are: Jess Gopen – Berklee College of Music graduate and dynamic drummer with a wide range of professional credits; Jeff Davis – Accomplished bassist and UNLV Jazz Studies alumnus known for his smooth, intuitive playing, and Etsuko Mader – Pianist, composer, arranger, and educator whose artistry adds a brilliant new layer to the group’s celebrated sound.
This quartet brings a fresh approach to jazz standards, with inventive arrangements, intricate interplay, and heartfelt interpretations that captivate audiences every time they take the stage.
ABOUT DEBORAH SILVER AND MICHAEL ORLAND
Praised by the legendary Quincy Jones, who declared, “Her strong and sultry vocals are seductive and soul-soothing… Whatever she sings she owns, making every note matter!” — Mississippi-born, two-time #1 Billboard chart-topping vocalist Deborah Silver has captivated audiences worldwide. Known for her rich, emotive voice and magnetic stage presence, Deborah has recorded hit duets with icons such as Bill Medley, Jack Jones, Freddy Cole, Ann Hampton Callaway, and Ray Benson. Her upcoming collaborations include celebrated artists Tony Orlando, Ronnie Milsap, Pam Tillis, Steve Tyrell, and jazz legend Diane Schuur. She is also currently recording a full album with The Count Basie Orchestra, continuing her legacy as one of today’s most dynamic and versatile vocalists.
Joining Deborah on stage is Michael Orland, the acclaimed pianist, arranger, vocal coach, and associate musical director best known for his 16-season run on American Idol (FOX and ABC). Michael’s career spans television and live performance, having worked on Little Big Shots, Forever Young, and America’s Got Talent. He has appeared on Oprah, Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood, and The Ellen Show, as well as Live with Kelly & Ryan and The Today Show. His masterful musicianship and deep experience coaching some of the world’s top vocalists bring an unmatched level of artistry and energy to the stage.
Together, Deborah Silver and Michael Orland lead an all-star ensemble featuring Dave Ostrem on bass, Jess Gopen on drums, and Eric Tewalt on saxophone. This powerhouse group delivers a night of soulful vocals, dazzling piano, and world-class jazz that celebrates the timeless joy of live music.
ABOUT PLANT BASED AND THE HONG TWINS
Plant Based, a dynamic jazz-pop ensemble from Utah, is led by brothers Jaron and Ethan Wunder. Despite their youth, the band has already performed on some of the world’s most iconic stages, including the streets of New Orleans, the Telluride Jazz Festival in Colorado, WWII commemoration events in Normandy, resorts in Mexico, and venues in San Francisco and New York City. At home, members are featured in groups such as Caleb Chapman’s Soundhouse and the MountainTop Music Institute, bringing their high-energy blend of jazz, 80s favorites, and rock classics to stages like the Eccles Theater and Sandy Amphitheater.
Joining them at Vic’s are Charles and Jun Hong, 14-year-old twin pianists from Las Vegas and freshmen at Clark High School. With over five years of study, they perform both as soloists and as a piano duo, their twin bond adding a unique spark to every performance. Inspired early on by Chopin’s music through the Forest of Piano anime, they cultivated a love for classical repertoire while expanding into jazz. For the past four years, the Hong twins have been core performers in the Youth for Youth Holiday Concert, helping raise over $100,000 for youth charities in Las Vegas. They also regularly share their music at senior homes and community events, collaborating with fellow young musicians to spread the joy and transformative power of live performance.
Plant Based and the Hong twins will also be performing at this year’s Youth for Youth Holiday Concert at Clark High School on November 29th at 3:00 pm, raising funds for The Just One Project.
ABOUT CHRISTY MOLASKY AND THE SHOUTOUTS
When Christy Molasky steps into the spotlight, it’s always with heart—and often for a cause that matters. Whether performing solo, alongside friends and family, or with her group The Shoutouts, Christy captivates audiences with a versatile repertoire that spans country, rock, classical, blues, religious music, and timeless standards.
A celebrated Las Vegas entertainer, Christy is known not only for her powerful vocals but also for her passion for bringing people together through music. This special night at Vic’s marks our very first dance party, and Christy is bringing some of the best talents in town to set the stage. She’ll be joined by Joey Singer on piano, Mike Mechem on drums, and Brahm Sheray on bass, with some surprise special guests to make the evening even more fun.
ABOUT VIC’S LAS VEGAS
Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, the award-winning Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 1 a.m., Vic’s features Italian American cuisine, a full-service bar with Happy Hour daily from 2 – 5 p.m., a reverse Happy Hour between Midnight – 1 a.m. in the Bar area, gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.
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*Image of Dave Damiani is courtesy of Vic’s. Additional images and/or interviews are available upon request.