Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas is undergoing renovations to convert some of its fixed seating into a general admission (GA) section, following trends seen at other major venues like the Colosseum at Caesars Palace and Dolby Live at Park MGM. This change aims to make the theater more competitive for attracting top headliners by offering a flexible seating option that many performers prefer.
Celine Dion, who was originally expected to headline at Resorts World, remains on hiatus due to her ongoing health condition, Stiff Person Syndrome. As a result, her return to the stage remains uncertain. The decision to add a GA section reflects the theater’s strategy to adapt to the evolving preferences of performers and audiences alike.
The temporary closure of the theater after Janet Jackson’s show on May 31 is part of this renovation process, with plans to reopen in late summer. This pause aligns with broader changes in the resort’s leadership, including Carlos Castro replacing Alex Dixon as president and CFO, under the guidance of CEO Jim Murren.
The renovation is indicative of Resorts World’s efforts to stay competitive in the Las Vegas entertainment market, which has seen a shift towards more versatile venue configurations that can accommodate a variety of show formats and audience preferences. Whether Celine Dion will eventually return to perform at the revamped theater is still undecided, leaving her future engagements at the venue open-ended.