Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE), Fremont Street Experience and tribute artist production "Legends in Concert,” host the Las Vegas preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest on Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7. The preliminaries will take place on the 3rd Street Stage at Fremont Street Experience.
The road to Memphis goes through Vegas as proven by Justin Shandor, the winner of last year’s Las Vegas Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest at Fremont Street Experience who took first place in the national competition in Memphis during Elvis Week. Shandor will make a special appearance at this year’s competition as well.
"Last year’s event was great fun and I am proud to say that our Las Vegas preliminary winner won the entire contest in Memphis. Not surprising, Las Vegas knows Elvis,” lauded Jeff Victor, President of Fremont Street Experience. “We are pleased to be working with Legends in Concert again as we continue to pay homage to the legendary Elvis."
Judges will consist of Vegas industry experts as well as individuals instrumental in Elvis’ life.
"Working with EPE to discover new and gifted entertainers has been a great experience. It never ceases to amaze me how many talented people are out there. All they need is an opportunity to showcase their gift and that is what the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest does…gives a voice to those who would never have the chance to be heard," said Brian Brigner, chief operating officer of On Stage.
On Stage Touring, a subsidiary of On Stage Entertainment and creators of the world's longest-running celebrity tribute show, has been officially licensed by EPE to produce preliminary contests at “Legends in Concert” venues and other locations throughout the country, including Las Vegas, Nevada.
Legends will again furnish one of the Grand Prizes for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner, the opportunity to sign a performance contract with Legends in Concert. Also provided will be a cash prize of $20,000, recognition by EPE, the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of 2011, and selection of other valuable prizes.