BURLESQUE, PLAYMATE-STYLE

We suppose it isn’t too much of a stretch to have Playboy Playmate Miss October 2010 CLAIRE SINCLAIR guest-star in MGM Grand’s sensual French burlesque show, Crazy Horse Paris. Sinclair has been tipped to perform three unique acts alongside the show’s beautiful cast. And she’s not just a pretty face (or body) – Sinclair was also involved in designing her costumes, and with the choreography. Not only that, but by stepping on stage, Sinclair will make history, not only by joining the ranks of other world-renowned glamorous women who have been special guests of the show – Dita Von Teese, Pamela Anderson and more; but also by being the youngest headliner (at the ripe old age of 19) in Crazy Horse history.

Crazy Horse with special guest Claire Sinclair, October 21-28. Show times are 8 and 10:30 p.m., Wednesday-Monday. Tickets are $50.50 and $60.50. Guests must be 18 years or older to attend. To purchase, call 702-891-7777.

RIDE 'EM COWBOY

Yes, they’ll be out in full force – men (and probably some women) in cowboy togs – hat, belt, boots, fringe jacket – the works. Yes, they’re in town for the PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDERS BUILD FORT TOUGH WORLD FINALS – an annual event that takes place at the Thomas & Mack Center. This year promises to be no different – where fans and spectators can have their fill of all the action – spread across five days. This event is so popular, but don’t take our word for it, the statistics back it up – such as: an estimated 116,000 fans will travel to Las Vegas to attend this event – all this totaling a non-gaming economic impact to the tune of over $24 million dollars.

PBR World Finals, October 20-24, Thomas & Mack Center. Hours are 6-8:30 p.m., October 20-23; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., October 24. Tickets are $21, $31, $41, $86 and $251. To purchase, visit: www.unlvtickets.com or call 866-PBR-SHOW (727-7469).

CALLING ALL PARROTHEADS!

You know his concert tickets go fast (it’s been known to sell-out in a matter of hours) so what are you waiting for? JIMMY BUFFETT, along with the Coral Reefer Band, make another Vegas pit-stop on their “Under The Big Top” tour. We’re sure you know what to expect, but here’s one more thing – Buffett’s also released – for the first time ever – a new live acoustic double-CD called “Encores,” featuring intimate final encore songs he’s performed at the end of each concert.

Jimmy Buffet and The Coral Reefer Band, October 23, 8 p.m., MGM Grand Garden Arena. Tickets are $69.25, $106 and $211. To purchase, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000.

HAUNTED HARVEST

It’s that time of the year again for the HAUNTED HARVEST at the Springs Preserve. Experience a family-friendly atmosphere and “spooktacular” traditions including a haunted maze, trick-or-treating fun, live onstage entertainment and creepy characters, a photo station, carnival games, huge scarecrow display and “haunting” Halloween décor throughout the attraction.

Haunted Harvest, every Friday-Sunday, 5-9 p.m., through October 31. Admission is $8 for adults, $4 for children, 5-12; free for age 4 and under. 333 South Valley View Boulevard, 702-822-7700.

OKTOBEERFEST
Thursday, October 21

Celebrate OKTOBEERFEST at Rockhouse, Imperial Palace – and get your hands on “das boot,” a 48-ounce souvenir boot-shaped mug. Open daily at 10 a.m.

INTERPOL
Friday, October 22

Indie Rockers INTERPOL play The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel, with special guest White Rabbit. 9 p.m. show time, tickets start at $29.50. Call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000.

THE OSMONDS
Saturday, October 23

THE OSMONDS – Wayne, Merrill, Jay and Jimmy – return to the Orleans Showroom, Orleans Hotel, October 22-24. Show times are 8 p.m., tickets start at $29.95. Call 702-365-7075.

MELISSA PETERMAN
Sunday, October 24

Comedian MELISSA PETERMAN headlines Louie Anderson’s Comedy All Stars at Palace Station, October 23-24. Show time is 8:30 p.m., tickets are $49.95 and $99.95. Call 702-547-5300.

SOUTHWEST INTERPRETATION
Monday, October 25

The Lost City Museum presents “SOUTHWEST INTERPRETATION” an exhibit by the Mesquite Watercolor Artists, through October 31. Located in Overton, on State Route 169 off 1-15, exit #93. Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday-Sunday, call 702-397-2193. Regular admission charge - $5 for adults; children under 18 and members enter for free.

Last few days for locals to experience Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters brand-new 2-FOR-1 HOOVER DAM TOUR. Starting at $154, it includes a low level air tour of the historic monument. Tours depart daily from Papillon’s Las Vegas or Boulder City terminals, and lasts approximately four and a half hours (with transfers). Call 888-635-7272 for reservations; valid Nevada ID required for at least one of the guests who avail of the offer.

Indulge your after-hours cravings with ROCK AND RITA’S LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! Featuring great deals on food and drinks – like $5 menu items such as sliders or quesadillas; and two-for-one drinks, happening nightly, 10 p.m.-6 a.m. Located at Circus Circus, open 24/7. Call 702-691-5991.

ETC.

• LGT JAZZ JAM FEATURING LISA GAY AND TONY DRAKE, October 22, Freakin' Frog, free admission
• FREE WARD 6 MOVIE IN THE PARK – “How to Train Your Dragon,” October 22, 8 p.m., Centennial Hills Park Amphitheatre, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive, free admission
• ARTBEAT PRESENTED BY TARGET – LUKAS NELSON AND THE PROMISE OF THE REAL, October 22, 8 p.m., Henderson Events Plaza, free admission
• RAGNAR RELAY SERIES, October 22-23, kick off at the Valley of Fire State Park
• SHEENA EASTON, October 22-23, 7:30 p.m., Showroom, South Point Hotel, $30, $35, $40, call 702-797-8055
• PRETZEL LOGIC – A STEELY DAN REVUE, October 22-23, 8 p.m., PinUps Bar, Cannery Casino, $5 at the door
• COREY FELDMAN’S LOST BOY’S BALL, October 23, 5:30 p.m., House of Blues, Mandalay Bay, starting at $20, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000
• VILL GILL, October 23, 8 p.m., Hilton Theater, Las Vegas Hilton, $59-$89, call 800-222-5361
• PAUL ANKA, October 23, 8 P.M., Star of the Desert Arena, Buffalo Bill’s, Primm Valley, $39.95, $54.95, call 1-888-386-7867
• 5th ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT, hosted by Easter Seals Southern Nevada, October 23, 5-8 p.m., 6200 W. Oakey Boulevard, $3 per child
• WIDESPREAD PANIC, October 23, 8 p.m., The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel, from $44.50, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000
• PHIL VASSAR, October 23, 8 p.m., Casablanca Event Center, Eastside Cannery, $24.95, $34.95, $44.95, call 702-856-5470
• LIONARDO PIANO FOLLIES, October 23-24, 7:30 p.m., Suncoast Showroom, Suncoast Hotel, from $19.95, call 702-636-7075
• ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, October 23-24, 2 p.m., College of Southern Nevada Nicholas J. Horn Theatre, 3200 E. Cheyenne Avenue, $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, call 702-651-5483
• A “LOVERLY” AFTERNOON OF LERNER AND LOEWE, October 23-24, 2 p.m., College of Southern Nevada, Nicholas J. Horn Theatre, 3200 E. Cheyenne Avenue, $25 for adults, $20 for seniors/students, call 702-651-5483
• WIZ KHALIFA, October 24, 6:30 p.m., House of Blues, Mandalay Bay, $26, call 702-632-7600