Next week’s Southern California casino entertainment includes two women who got their big break on “Saturday Night Live,” an iconic singer, actor and performer, two country acts, a rapper with a touch of soul and two prominent cumbia groups.
Be sure to check the official websites for the latest event information.
Tina Fey & Amy Poehler
Comedians and actresses Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are on the road supporting their Restless Leg Tour. The event promises to celebrate 30 years of friendship with an evening of jokes, iconic stories and conversational entertainment. Fey and Poehler worked together on “Saturday Night Live” and were the first female co-anchors of the show’s faux news segment, “Weekend Update.” 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland. Tickets start at $75; 21-and-older only. 909-864-5050. yaamava.com.
Tony Orlando
Actor and singer Tony Orlando got his first big break at 15 as part of the doo-wop group The Five Gents. After finding success on his own with hits such as “Tie A Yellow Ribbon ‘Round The Ole Oak Tree,” “Knock Three Times” and “Candida,” he went on to star in the television variety show “Tony Orlando and Dawn,” which ran on CBS for four seasons in the ’70s. Throughout the ’80s, he also performed at Las Vegas casinos. 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10 at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $25-$75. 800-514-3849. aguacalientecasinos.com.
CeeLo Green
CeeLo Green first rose to prominence as a member of the southern hip-hop group Goodie Mob in the early ’90s. He’s since gone solo, producing hits like “I’ll Be Around,” “Kung Fu Fighting” and “Fool For You.” He’s also performed alongside Rihanna, J-Cole and Madonna. 9 p.m. Nov. 10 at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. $25. 951-849 3080. morongocasinoresort.com.
Jo Dee Messina
Country star Jo Dee Messina is wrapping up her U.S. tour where she’s unveiled new singles including “Just To Be Loved” and “He Got a Hold of Me,” a collaboration with Ben Fuller. Other hits from Messina include “I’m Alright,” “Lesson In Leavin’” and “My Give a Damn’s Busted.” 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $39-$59. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.
Lanco
Lanco’s Run, Run, Baby Tour is on the road supporting their new EP of the same title. The Nashville-based country act’s hits include “Greatest Love Story,” “Rival” and “Born to Love.” 8 p.m. Nov. 11, at Soboba Casino Resort, 22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto. $30-$45. 951-665-1000. soboba.com.
La Sonora Santanera & La Origina Sonora de Charlie Alvarez
Two iconic Latin music ensembles, La Sonora Santanera and La Orginia Sonora de Charlie Alvarez (also known as La Sonora Dinamita), are coming together for a memorable night of cumbia music. Guests can expect an evening filled with dancing along to hits from each tropical act’s respective catalogs. 8 p.m. Nov. 11 at Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $35. 760-775-5566. spotlight29.com.
