Shar Wils revives Tina Turner in tribute

AMPHITHEATER SHOW

Tribute to Tina Turner Aug. 24 | 7:30 p.m. Amphitheater Stage

Shar Wils as Tina Turner has performed her celebrated singing and dancing shows all over the world, including Great Britain, China, Germany, Bangkok, Bahrain and Japan. She’s even given a royal command performance to the King of Norway.

Wils pays tribute to the late Tina Turner, who died in May of this year. The legendary singer had a career that spanned over five decades, earning her the title of “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Her greatest hits include “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” “Private Dancer,” and “Proud Mary.”

Wils’ unique act has been featured on “Entertainment Tonight” and “The People’s Choice Awards,” as well as various music videos. She has been featured as a guest artist in several Las Vegas production revues and starred internationally at top venues, including The Hippodrome in London and Madison Square Garden in New York as well as numerous major hotels, casinos and resorts.

The band includes Russ Olsen on guitar and vocals; Albert LaRoche, bass, vocals; and Sam Cunningham, drums, percussion, vocals.

People can arrive early to dine al fresco with Koffel’s Taco Truck and Mandi’s Candies from 5-7 p.m.

Minibus transportation will be available before and after the show. No parking is allowed in front of the Amphitheater on St. Andrews Drive along the southbound lanes. This is a tow-away zone on Thursdays during Amphitheater season.

See page 9 for Amphitheater rules and page 10 for the full season schedule.