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NextGen Home built in Stardust parking lot in preparation for Consumer Electronic Show (CES): video, 1983 July 02
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Local news anchor discusses Lido de Paris celebrating 25 years of shows; shows black-and-white footage of the first shows, interview with Walter Shaner (stage manager); anchors ask a number of showgirls in where they are from; Mayor of Las Vegas presents an award. Original media Betamax, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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"Boardwalk and Beyond" special report on planned Borgata Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City: video, 1988
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B-roll footage of the Allez Lido taken at various dress rehearsals, during different parts of the show. The clips begin with an iceskating number, then moves on to showgirls and dancers with fans, and walking up and down the stairs; there is no audio for this first segment. Brief segment with Bobbi Berosini and orangutan performing together, the orangutan is clapping, shaking its head, and Berosini slaps and grabs its face; audio cuts in and out during this segment. Original media U-matic S, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Stardust Hotel and Casino to expand convention space in $3.5 million project: video, 1988
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B-roll footage of the Allez Lido taken at various dress rehearsals, during different parts of the show. The clips begin with an iceskating number, then moves on to showgirls and dancers with fans, and walking up and down the stairs; there is no audio for this first segment. Brief segment with Bobbi Berosini and orangutan performing together, the orangutan is clapping, shaking its head, and Berosini slaps and grabs its face; audio cuts in and out during this segment. This video is similar to MS_00515_161 but the segments are extended. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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"Business in Nevada" segment about Boyd Gaming Corporation: video, 1988
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B-roll footage of the Allez Lido taken at various dress rehearsals, during different parts of the show. The clips begin with an iceskating number, then moves on to showgirls and dancers with fans, and walking up and down the stairs; there is no audio for this first segment. Brief segment with Bobbi Berosini and orangutan performing together, the orangutan is clapping, shaking its head, and Berosini slaps and grabs its face; audio cuts in and out during this segment. Original media 1 Inch SMPTE Type C, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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"See You at the Stardust" publicity video for Stardust Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada: video, 1991
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Full recording of the 1991 Gaming Hall of Fame awards ceremony at Caesars Palace, taken from the audience. People awarded include William "Si" Redd, Bill Pennington, Don Laughlin, Kirk Kerkorian, James Crosby, and Sam Boyd. Steve Wynn closes the ceremony; audio and video quality is poor. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Stardust promotional video featuring Jimmy "The Scot" Jordan to explain various games: video, approximately 1985 to 1995
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Promotional video created for Boyd Gaming for in-room television. Voiceover describes how Boyd Gaming properties are "the perfect vacation" and also includes the slogan of "BOYD: Bring On Your Dream" while images of various hotel/casino properties flash on-screen. Then lists all Boyd Gaming properties with statistics including number of rooms and restaurants, entertainment show names, sporting options, and contact information (including properties outside of Las Vegas). Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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$5.7 million Megabucks winner at the Stardust: video, approximately 1985 to 1995
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Promotional video created for Boyd Gaming for in-room television. Voiceover describes how Boyd Gaming properties are "the perfect vacation" and also includes the slogan of "BOYD: Bring On Your Dream" while images of various hotel/casino properties flash on-screen. Then lists all Boyd Gaming properties with statistics including number of rooms and restaurants, entertainment show names, sporting options, and contact information (including properties outside of Las Vegas). Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Culinary Union Local 226 and Boyd Group contract expiration: video, 1994 September 12
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NBC Productions show "Saved by the Bell" series finale for the original series; split into two double-length episodes. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Boyd Gaming "Bring On Your Dream" promotional video: video, 1990
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Video opens with Stardust employees, others, and two three showgirls gathered on top of the new Stardust 32-story tower wearing hard hats; Sam Boyd is sitting next to a podium and Stardust sign that says "We're back with style"; construction cranes are seen in the background. Bill Boyd is introduced and gives his remarks about topping off ceremonies and what this means for the company. A tree is lifted up by a crane and placed on the top of the building, executives gather around for photographs with the showgirls and eachother. After photographs have completed, it cuts to the barbeque celebration down below at the hotel. Executives are named, people clap, and people continue eating and talking outdoors. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Boyd Gaming "Bring On Your Dream" promotional video: video, 1999 April 01
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Stardust promotional video to be shown in hotel rooms via the "on-site information channel". Details all aspects of the hotel/casino including dining, gaming including membrship in the Stardust Slot Club, entertainment and nightlife (Enter the Night, Stardust Lounge, bars, etc.), shops and in-room dining. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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