Britney Spears Receives the Key to the Iconic Las Vegas Strip

In celebration of the tremendous impact Britney Spears has had on Las Vegas since her residency at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino began in Dec. 2013, an elaborate event, fit only for the legendary pop icon, will be held at The LINQ Promenade on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014, which Clark County will proclaim as “Britney Day.” Clark County Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak will present Britney Spears with an official proclamation, as well as the Key to the iconic Las Vegas Strip.

In the spirit of “Britney Day,” Britney Spears will completely take over The LINQ Promenade for the day, and is inviting fans and visitors to celebrate with her that evening at 5:30 p.m. Britney is extending a special invitation to her fellow “Britney’s” (anyone named Britney with any type of spelling) to attend. The first 100 “Britney’s” who check-in at the High Roller Wheel House with a valid government I.D. starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 5 will receive a pair of complimentary tickets to her performance at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino that evening, a commemorative keepsake, a complimentary ride on the High Roller (valid anytime on Nov. 5) and access to a priority area to view the event. All additional “Britney’s” over the initial 100 will be offered the commemorative souvenir and a free High Roller ride (valid anytime on Nov. 5). Guests of all ages are welcome to attend the event, but guests need to be at least six years of age to attend Britney’s show, and those ages 15 years and younger need to be accompanied by an adult.

Dazzling fans with show-stopping performances for more than 15 years, Britney Spears has truly brought her most spectacular show ever to Las Vegas. A celebration of one of the most illustrious careers in music history, the jaw-dropping production is a compilation of more than 20 of Britney’s worldwide hits, including “Baby One More Time,” “Oops I Did It Again,” “Toxic,” “Circus,” “Womanizer” and “Slave 4 U,” as well as new material from her recently-released album “Britney Jean.”

“Britney: Piece of Me” is the most cutting-edge pop concert experience ever produced for Las Vegas, featuring a four-piece band, 14 dancers, elaborate sets, unforgettable costumes, and state-of-the-art, never-before-seen technology. Directed by one of the industry’s most well-respected creative directors for live stage entertainment, Baz Halpin, the show’s creative team also includes assistant creative director Melissa Garcia, multimedia designer GEODEZIK, choreographers The Squared Division, and costume designer Marco Marco.

Britney Spears

Britney Spears is the first artist-in-residence housed in The AXIS, Planet Hollywood’s newly-renovated theater which features one of the largest indoor video and projection installations in the world. With its innovative dance floor and exclusive table and bottle service provided by Drai’s Management Group, The AXIS is part nightclub and part theater, setting it apart from any other venue in Las Vegas. The 4,600-seat, intimately-sized theater allows Britney’s fans to see her as they’ve never seen her before.

General ticket prices range from $59 to $229, plus applicable tax and fees, and may be purchased online or in-person at The AXIS box office. Prices for VIP packages vary depending upon the show date. All shows begin at 9 p.m.

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is the centerpiece of the famed Las Vegas strip, with 2,500 beautifully designed guest rooms and suites showcasing some of the best views in town, and endless options of unparalleled shopping, distinguished dining, popular entertainment, and a bustling nightlife. Planet Hollywood encompasses more than 100,000 square feet of gaming, several lounges, ten restaurants including Gordon Ramsay BurGR, KOI, Strip House, the award-winning Spice Market Buffet and LA’s Pink’s Hot Dogs, and the Planet Hollywood Spa by Mandara. The resort is home to The AXIS Powered by Monster, the theater in which one of pop music’s biggest superstars Britney Spears performs her show, “Britney: Piece of Me.” Beginning Nov. 28, 2014, comedian Jeff Dunham will be calling Planet Hollywood his exclusive home with his residency show “JEFF DUNHAM: Not Playing with a Full Deck.” The property is encircled by Miracle Mile Shops with more than 170 specialty stores and restaurants. For more information, visit www.planethollywoodresort.com. Find Planet Hollywood on Facebook and follow on Twitter.

The LINQ Promenade & High Roller

The LINQ Promenade, an open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment district, anchored by the world’s tallest observation wheel, the Las Vegas High Roller, is redefining the iconic Las Vegas skyline. Located at the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, The LINQ Promenade features more than 30 unique retail, dining and entertainment venues and plays host to a variety of special events, festivals, and more. Topping out at 550 feet, the High Roller observation wheel is the focal point of the unique urban entertainment district. The wheel’s 28 glass-enclosed cabins feature an interactive experience including video and music that fade away to unveil spectacular views of the famed resort city in the 30 minutes it takes to complete one full revolution. Each cabin accommodates up to 40 people. Cabins are available for individual or group experiences. For more information, visit TheLINQ.com.