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Photograph of Dean Martin with celebrities in the audience, Sands Copa Room, Las Vegas, March 6, 1957
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Archival Collection
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Dean Martin onstage for his debut as a single star in the Sands Copa Room, March 6, 1957. Seated in front of the stage are producer Jack Entratter (with striped tie), Jack Benny, Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Debbie Reynolds (in dark, lacy dress), and Phil Harris (at far right)
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Harvey Allen oral history interview
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Oral history interview with Harvey Allen conducted by Claytee D. White on December 12, 2006 for the UNLV @ 50 Oral History Project. In this interview Allen speaks about working for the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, working in a segregated casino, and the opening of the first integrated casino in Las Vegas, Nevada: The Moulin Rouge. In addition, he spoke about hosting the "All-Nighters Club Convention", a popular talk show on KDON radio, and teaching classes at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) for 31 years.
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Entratter, Jack, 1914-1971
Jack Entratter (1914-1971) was an executive and show producer at the Sands Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada from 1952 until his death in 1971. He is credited with elevating the quality of shows produced on the Strip and helping the city become the "entertainment capital of the world." Entratter moved to Las Vegas in 1952 as a co-owner of the Sands Hotel. He produced the hotel's shows and served as vice president (1952-1960, 1967-1971) and president (1960-1967).
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