World Market Center Plans Spectacular Celebration for Building B Opening

Furniture World Magazine

To celebrate the debut of its new 16-story, $345 million, 1.6 million-square-foot addition later this month, World Market Center is planning a grand opening party befitting the style, sophistication and excitement that only Las Vegas can offer. The ‘B is for Bravo’ Grand Opening Celebration to unveil the impressive new Building B is scheduled for the opening night of the Winter 2007 Las Vegas Market, Monday, January 29, 2007. The festivities will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at World Market Center, 495 S Grand Central Parkway in Las Vegas. Spanning both Buildings A and B and the connecting courtyard, the world-class extravaganza promises to stimulate all the senses with entertainment on a grand scale and a variety of culinary delights, hosted by some of Las Vegas’ top restaurants. Just like the city that never sleeps, the party boasts three stages that will feature non-stop, live entertainment with consecutive shows by top Las Vegas stars; each show will be broadcast live on plasma screens on every floor in both buildings. The festivities begin with an exciting pyrotechnic ribbon-cutting ceremony with project officials and special guests at 5:30 pm in the outdoor courtyard. Immediately following the opening ceremonies, the entertainment kicks off with a performance by Blue Man Group, the wildly popular trio who are known for their successful theatrical productions which combine comedy, music and multi-media artistry to create a form of entertainment that is totally unique. Following Blue Man Group’s opening show, guests will enjoy performances throughout the evening by Clint Holmes, one of America’s favorite sons with his powerful voice and magnetic stage presence; The Rat Pack, the talented tribute band whose music transports audiences back to a magical time when some of the city’s legendary singers appeared together; and Diavolo, the artistic performance troupe whose astounding athleticism, infinite grace and interaction with large and unusual objects continue to defy audiences as they push the bounds of the human body. “In keeping with the objective to deliver a world-class trade event, we’re planning a true Las Vegas-style party that boldly celebrates the grand opening of our second building at World Market Center,” said Harvey Dondero, chief executive officer of World Market Center. “The entire industry is invited to be our guest at this spectacular party, where attendees will enjoy world-class entertainment and dine on the best culinary offerings that Las Vegas has to offer.” Dondero said this star-studded, high-energy, entertainment-packed event allows World Market Center attendees, exhibitors and special guests to welcome the much anticipated expansion of the furniture industry’s newest showcase in Las Vegas. “We also plan to feature the live shows on plasma screens and video monitors throughout World Market Center,” Dondero added. “Guests will be able to enjoy the entertainment no matter where the are during the party. It will be like having front row seats to a show.” Throughout Building B’s 16 floors and Building A’s atrium, guests can wine, dine and indulge their palettes, sampling the scrumptious flavors that have elevated Las Vegas dining. “We are highlighting different food and beverage destinations on each floor to encourage attendees to explore the new building and see its many amenities and architectural elements,” Dondero said. The grand opening festivities will continue when World Market Center hosts a Las Vegas style carnival party to celebrate the opening of the temporary exhibits venue at Cashman Center from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 30. Amid the infectious rhythm and contagious beats of the Samba, attendees will be transported to Rio de Janiero with authentic Brazillian cuisine, costumed dancers, beads, hurricane cocktails and entertainment. Cashman Center is just 10 minutes from World Market Center and easily accessible through the free M-line shuttle service. World Market Center is an integrated home and hospitality contract furnishings showroom and convention complex in Las Vegas. The Winter 2007 Las Vegas Market is scheduled for January 29 – February 2, 2007 at World Market Center and Pavilions and January 30 – February 2 at Cashman Center. When fully built, at 12 million square feet in 8 buildings, World Market Center will be the largest trade show complex in the World. The 12 million square foot campus will be complete by 2013 and will showcase furniture, decorative accessories, lighting, area rugs, home textile and related segments, as well as a Design Center (LVDC) open year-round to the trade. For more information on Las Vegas Market, and to find out about leasing or exhibiting opportunities, visit the website at www.LasVegasMarket.com or call 888-WMC-SHOW (962-7469).