2008 REUNION
ONE MORE TIME....
Welcome to the Third Annual Cast and Crew Reunion and the 2008 Las Vegas Showgirl Art Competition and Costume Exhibition. Our First Reunion was at the Stardust Hotel and Casino before it closed its doors forever in 2006. The Second Reunion was at the Orleans Hotel and Casino; it included a production show of classic entertainers called Las Vegas Legends.
This year we are pleased to be at the Nevada State Museum... remember we are part of Nevada history... and are delighted to have a panel of former showgirls/dancers and and singer/performer to reflect on our legacy and achievements. Su Kim, from the UNLV Special Collections department will also share her professional work in collecting and documenting our history, and the Showgirl Art Competition and Costume Exhibition is on display for you to enjoy.
It's great to be back together with everyone who worked so hard in our profession and to rekindle old friendships.
Have fun and enjoy!
Lou Anne Harrison (Chessik)
The 2008 Guest List:
Angela Cimino
Ann Towbin
Becky Day Swain
Beth Gillette
Betty Roberts
Betty Bunch
Carolyn Sparks
Carrie Petrocelli
Cathy Towbin
Charles Mable
Chris Escobar
Corinne Escobar
Dave Millman
Debra Hood
Derek Chessik
Denny Weddle
Diane Varney
Elijah Day Swain
Frank Gregory
Frank Coombs
Gary Marshall
Huguette Yamakita
Jack Smith
Jim Gillette
Karin Feder
Linda Spinks
Lou Anne Harrison Chessik
Maria Pogee
Marta Romano
Michelle Gaftoi
Randy Soard
Ron Feuer
Sean Cronin
Sherry Hudson
Stacy Thering
SuKim Chung
Kelly Chung
Terry Ritter
Tom Dyer
Tracey Herberling
Vanessa Winokur
Victoria Foster
Xueting Linn
Panel Discussion featuring Showgirls and Entertainers:
Denny Weddle, Michelle Gaftoi, Betty Bunch, Gary Marshall, Diane Varney
A Special Thanks to the Individuals and Sponsors who made this Event a Success
Carrie Petrocelli, Program Designer
Derek Chessik, Check-In Host
Dave Millman, Museum Executive Director
Tom Dyer, Museum Curator
Randy Soard, Reunion Photographer
Jack Smith / Saks Fifth Avenue
Mike Severino / Southern Wine & Spirits
Dominick / Dean's Place
Donna London / Wardrobe Manager at Bally's Jubilee
Bill Gaydos / Entertainment Director at Bally's & Paris
The staff and volunteers of the Nevada State Museum