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News segment about PETA accusing Bobby Berosini of mistreating orangutans used in his act: video

Date

1989-08-01

Description

Los Angeles news segment on Las Vegas performer Bobby Berosini who says he will sue PETA, the animal rights activist group, for releasing a video of him backstage at the Stardust before or after a performance where he is seen hitting the two orangutans used in his act. Berosini responded by saying he has the Humane Society oversee the welfare of his animals. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Stardust Hotel spinning marquee likely struck by lightning and burned down: video

Date

2014-08-13

Description

Local news segments discussing how overnight a fire destroyed the small Stardust Casino marquee, and lightning was likely the cause but unconfirmed. All segments are discussing the fact that it is monsoon season, raining, and lightning is likely. 16 cuts of the same story showing very similar footage of a burned sign and workers beignning to repair it. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Room fire on the 27th floor of the Stardust Hotel: video

Date

2003-11-04

Description

Local news segments discussing an overnight fire at the Stardust Hotel and Casino caused by a battery fire on the 27th floor. Video segments show firefighters responding to the call and news anchors reporting from outside the hotel and interview clips with one of the hotel guests who experienced the evacuation. Many news anchors emphasize the hotel's fire alarms, security safeguards, and sprinkler system working well and how a bigger crisis was averted. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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"Backstage Live" No. 289, featuring two Stardust employee talent contest winners: video

Date

2001-08-25

Description

Las Vegas' only nationally live broadcast radio and television entertainment program, "Backstage Live with Gary Campbell and Connie Ross", was a free lounge show in the Grand Salon of the Imperial Palace Antique and Classic Auto Collections. Includes 2nd place winner from the Stardust talent show Ella Weaver who sings a song, Randy Young who sings a song and plays guitar, and Marianne Lorenz (Executive Director of the Las Vegas Art Museum) discusses the upcoming LVAM events. Second episode includes guests Ted Cash, Marianne Lorenz (Executive Director of the Las Vegas Art Museum), and 1st place singer in the Stardust Lorlene Coralisco (?) perform and discuss the event. Associate Producers for the show: Sheila Wallitsch, Colleen LoTempio, and Sandy Hackett. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Local Las Vegas resident Jake Latulip wins $19.6 million dollar megabucks jackpot at Stardust Hotel: video

Date

2003-11-14 to 2003-11-15

Description

Local news segments about local Las Vegas, Nevada resident and retired Marine Jake Latulip who won the $19.6 million megabucks jackpot at the Stardust Hotel and Casino. Segment show winner being interviewed and says the first thing he plans to do is buy a new Cadillac. When asked what else he will do with the money, he reportedly said "Any damn thing I want!" after playing $30 like he does every Thursday. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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"Neon Buzz, "Inside the Book", and "Tournament Today" segments on Player's Network: video

Date

2000 (year approximate) to 2005 (year approximate)

Description

Player's Network John Marovic gives brief report on the MGM renovation to replace the bronze lion; Jimmy Newman retiring; Prima Donna renamed and renovated; and Paris megaresort construction completed. Then the "Neon Buzz" segment witih hosts Jonathan Goldstein and Alesia Prentiss begins. The segment discusses Treasure Island's pirate-themed Buccaneer Bay show. The reporter interviews Scott Delguiduce and Craig Dunbar who perform in the show. The next segment reports on local entertainment, including New York New York's "Madhattan" and Bellagio's "Mystere", Hilton's "Starlight Express", and other upcoming events in the Riviera Hotel. The "Inside the Book" segments interviews Joe Lupe (Stardust) and Roxy Roxborough (Oddsmaker) and gives an overview of sportsbetting featuring the Stardust Race and Sportsbook. The "Tournaments Today" segment explains local poker tournaments and how you can eventually play in the World Series of Poker. Soundbites from various players, and then the reporter gives an overview of how to play in tournaments. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Boyd Group's Ruthe comments on the Las Vegas monorail project: video

Date

1989-05-23

Description

Local news segment reporting on Charles Ruthe's (Boyd Group President) comments around the monorail project, and how it should go down Las Vegas Boulevard and his refusal to align with either company's proposal. Clips from an interview with Ruthe where he favors the Strip route, but doesn't want to get involved with details about funding and planning. Don Williams (HSST Nevada Spokesman) hopes that Ruthe's support will help others get on board with the project. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Master: National Finals "BBQ cook-Off and Party," hosted by Stardust: video

Date

1997-04-17

Description

Title card: "National Finals Rodeo BBQ cook-off and party - Stardust"; opens on someone barbequing ribs and says "Recipe for a Great Marketing Opportunity!". Advertisement for the third annual barbeque cook-off and party hosted by Stardust during the National Finals Rodeo week. Shows promotional shows of the rodeo and the Stardust Hotel; shots of previous cook offs, lots of people wearing cowboy hats and boots and milling around the event tents. The voiceover explains that there will be sponsorships, over 50,000 people in attendance, and the Stardust will provide a "massive media campaign" to advertise the event. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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"Party reel" for unknown Stardust event: video

Date

1991-10-08

Description

Audio begins before video. Opens to people serving themselves at a buffet, and a large "Stardust Resort and Casino" banner hangs over the buffet, held by a giant gorilla. Bobby Berosini stands with his organutan, while guests play carnival-type games, and a band and singer perform on stage. It is a Stardust employee event, but unclear what the event is celebrating. Vladimir, a star of Enter the Night, poses with other hotel employees. A fire dancer performs onstage for the crowd to drums. Video abruptly ends. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Vladimir (acrobat) suspended in front of Stardust marquee: video

Date

1991-07-03

Description

B-roll footage of Vladimir (?) double checking a harness and ropes on a crane, then being hoisted up into the air while holding onto two straps. He is wearing only a speedo and appears to be an acrobat, as he does flips and various poses while in the air. He is raise/lowered multiple times and appears to be testing the harness; he is raised directly in front of the Stardust sign. Original media U-matic S, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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