These are the golden weeks of summer at Wynn Las Vegas. And the perfect way to spend a night out after a day of Five-Star sun and fun is enjoying all the laughs and legendary performances in the cool comfort of Encore Theater.
Rated as one of the top venues in the country under 1,500 seats, this intimate theater is known for its plush setting and superior acoustics where every seat gives guests an unrivaled experience with their favorite performers.
The line-up of top acts coming to Encore Theater August through Labor Day weekend:
August 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 – Lionel Richie: Back to Las Vegas
International superstar Lionel Richie returns to Encore Theater with his hit show, “Back to Las Vegas." With chart-toppers like “Hello,” “All-Night Long” and “Easy,” Richie's live concerts celebrate an incredible songbook of music beloved by all.
Richie has sold more than 125 million albums worldwide, received an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, four Grammy Awards, 2017's Kenny Center Honor and was recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Richie's high-wattage career makes this a concert not to be missed.
August 26 and 27 –Jim Gaffigan: The Fun Tour
Audiences know him from his extensive work in film and television and his string of GRAMMY-nominated stand-up appearances. Now, back by popular demand, comedy-lovers can catch comedian Jim Gaffigan in person at Wynn for two nights only in August as he brings his platinum-selling humor back to Encore Theater.
Also a New York Times best selling author, Gaffigan was listed as a top 10-earning comedian on Forbes' 2019 comedy list and recently released his ninth stand-up special, Comedy Monster, on Netflix which was hailed as "dynamite," and "his best special," by the New York Times. Next up, Gaffigan stars as Mr. Smee in Disney's soon-to-be-released movie Peter Pan and Wendy. Don't miss this hilarious show.
September 1 and 3 – Duran Duran: Future Past
British music icons Duran Duran have sold over 100 million records, had 18 American hit singles, 21 UK Top 20 tunes and have continued to perform to huge concert audiences around the world since they first formed in 1980. Over Labor Day Weekend the band will bring their long-awaited 'FUTURE PAST' Tour to Encore Theater, celebrating their rich and colorful 40 year career.
With massive global hits such as ‘Girls on Film,’ ‘Rio,’ ‘Hungry Like the Wolf,’ and ‘Ordinary World,’ Duran Duran are an arena- and festival-headlining band who embarked on a world tour in late April this year. Their performance at Wynn will provide a rare opportunity for fans to see them in such an intimate setting.
September 2 – Deon Cole: Coleology Tour
Deon Cole schools Las Vegas on “Coleology” when he brings his comedy tour by the same name to Encore Theater September 2. The comedian, writer, and actor who plays Charlie on ABC’s “BLACK-ISH” and Freeform’s “GROWNISH," has been hitting the stand-up circuit with sell-out tours and specials.
His 2019 one-hour special for Netflix, “COLE HEARTED” came out after the success of his appearance in “THE STANDUPS,” also for Netflix. His 2020 stand-up documentary, “WORKIN' IT OUT,” debuted exclusively on “Netflix is a Joke's” YouTube channel, and has garnered millions of views.
Catch him live for one show only exclusively in Las Vegas at Wynn.
September 4 – Sarah Silverman and Friends
Sarah Silverman takes Las Vegas by storm Labor Day weekend with her first-ever show at Wynn Las Vegas.
The Emmy award-winning comedian, actress, writer and producer, Silverman emcees a weekly podcast, the critically acclaimed "The Sarah Silverman Podcast” and previously hosted the Emmy and Writers Guild nominated Hulu series "I Love You, America.”
Silverman also co-starred opposite Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson in the feature film "Marry Me." One of the most accomplished stand-ups of her generation, her most recent special, "A Speck of Dust” garnered two Emmy nominations and a Grammy nomination.
Look for her in the upcoming TBS series "Stupid Pet Tricks" and the indie psychological thriller “Viral" starring Blair Underwood and be sure to catch her live at Encore Theater for one show only.