Lebanese Singer Fares Karam to perform in place of Kazem al-Saher at Horseshoe Casino in Hammond Indiana Friday March 20

Lebanese Singer Fares Karam to perform in place of Kazem Al-Saher at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino on March 20, 2009

Chicago, IL (March, 20, 2009) – The Venue at Horseshoe Casino announced today that due to unexpected circumstances, Arab singer Kazem Al-Saher will not perform at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino on Friday, March 20.

Faraz Karam, considered on of the most upbeat and brilliant performers in the pop Middle Eastern scene will take the stage and perform in Mr. Al-Saher’s place. Fares Karam has achieved big success in a short time, choosing a purely Lebanese style ''Dabkah'' to make his works distinct from contemporary Arab-speaking artists and very popular in Lebanon, having performed in concerts, public celebrations and festivals all over the world. His several hit singles include ''El-Tannoura'' and ''Chari'a Al Hamra''.

The show begins at 8:00 p.m. at The Venue, doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Customers are directed to check The Venue at Horseshoe Casino website, www.thevenue-chicago.com or call the box office 219-473-6060 with any questions.

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ABOUT HORSESHOE HAMMOND
The all new 500 million-dollar Horseshoe Casino, a Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. property, just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago is the premier entertainment and gaming destination in Chicagoland. Where legendary gaming lives on, Horseshoe boasts more than 350,000 square feet with 3,200 slot machines, nearly 100 table games, the largest poker room in the Midwest, keno and more. The Venue at Horseshoe Casino is proud to offer the ultimate concert and entertainment destination. In conjunction with AEG Live and created by the award-winning designers of Sceno Plus, The Venue offers a premier experience in a flexible space that can hold up to 4,000 guests. Dining elegance is not overlooked and guests can choose from a variety of dining options including; Jack Binion's Steak House which overlooks Lake Michigan, around-the-globe variety at the Village Square Buffet, a taste of Chicago at Benny's Home Cookin, scrumptious fare at J.B.s Gourmet Sandwiches and Salads and the delicious Asian cuisine at Fai Choi. For more information, please visit: www.horseshoehammond.com

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Middle East sensation Kazem el-Saher to perform at Horseshoe Casino March 20

The Venue at Horseshoe Casino Presents Kazem El Saher
Superstar Singer Visits Chicagoland

Chicago, IL (February 18, 2009) – The new 500 million-dollar Horseshoe Casino, just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago, announces the upcoming concert performance of Kazem El Saher on March 20, 2009 at The Venue.

Kazem El-Saher is one of the most successful singers in the Arab World, having sold more than 30 million albums since the start of his career. Ranging from big romantic ballads to more political work, from pop to Arab classical, he has covered the spectrum of music with the kind of success not seen since the heyday of Umm Kalthum. Kazem El-Saher has been dubbed by many to be the “Elvis of the Middle East”.

Part of Horseshoe Casino’s $500 million expansion project, The Venue, a 2,500 seat state-of-the-art entertainment center features A-list talent in an intimate setting and Kazem El Saher is yet another worthy addition to the line-up that has previously included acts such as: Seal, Three Doors Down, Sarah Silverman, Bette Midler, Jay Leno, Smashing Pumpkins, Gladys Knight and more.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. show starts at 8:00 p.m., must be 21 or older to attend. Free shuttles to and from the casino are available at various downtown locations. Ticket prices start at $65 and are on sale now at all Ticketmaster™ locations, and the box office at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino. For more information on free shuttle transportation options, please visit: http://www.horseshoehammond.com/casinos/horseshoe-hammond/casino-misc/transportation-overview-detail.html


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Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. is the world's largest provider of branded casino entertainment. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada, nearly 70 years ago, Harrah's has grown through development of new properties, expansions and acquisitions, and now owns or manages casinos on four continents. The company's properties operate primarily under the Harrah's, Caesars and Horseshoe brand names; Harrah's also owns the London Clubs International family of casinos. Harrah's Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its customers through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. For more information, please visit: www.harrahs.com.

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