``A Weekend with the King'' Anniversary Celebration.To download high-resolution, print-ready JPEG JPEG in full Joint Photographic Experts Group Standard computer file format for storing graphic images in a compressed form for general use. JPEG images are compressed using a mathematical algorithm. images, click on the thumbnail image above. WARNING: these images are very large (800K+) Click here for caption To download high-resolution, print-ready JPEG images, click on the thumbnail image above. WARNING: these images are very large (800K+) Click here for caption Photo Editors/Entertainment Editors NOTE TO MEDIA: Multimedia assets available PALM SPRINGS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 28, 2003 Largest Gathering of Elvis' Inner Circle and Members of the "Memphis Mafia The Memphis Mafia was the nickname for a group of friends, associates, employees and "yes-men" whose main function was to be around Elvis Presley from 1956 until he died. Several filled practical roles in the singer's life. " Ever to Attend Elvis Tribute Artist Contest -- By: Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism "A Weekend with the King" -- An Anniversary Celebration will undoubtedly be one of the largest events, outside of Memphis, in the world of Elvis Tribute Artists in Palm Springs, Calif. on May 8-11, 2003. The Elvis Tribute Artist contestants will be coming to Palm Springs to compete from as far away as Lebanon, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom and from throughout the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . Elvis had many ties to Palm Springs, in fact he and Priscilla Presley Priscilla Beaulieu Presley (born Priscilla Ann Wagner on May 24, 1945 in Brooklyn, New York) is an American model, author and actress. She is the ex-wife of rock 'n' roll singer and musician Elvis Presley and mother of singer/songwriter Lisa Marie Presley. had two residences here the most famous of which is the Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway where they spent their honeymoon after returning from their wedding in Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. . Their flight was courtesy of Frank Sinatra's private plane after Colonel Tom Parker "Tom Parker" redirects here. For other persons of that name, see Tom Parker (disambiguation). "Colonel" Tom Parker (born Andreas Cornelis (Dries) van Kuijk on June 26, 1909 – January 21, 1997), was an American/Dutch entertainment impresario known best as the (Elvis' Manager) requested its use. Elvis' star is also prominently engraved en·grave tr.v. en·graved, en·grav·ing, en·graves 1. To carve, cut, or etch into a material: engraved the champion's name on the trophy. 2. on Palm Canyon Drive on the Palm Springs "Walk of Stars." Elvis' inner circle of friends and members of the "Memphis Mafia" will judge "A Weekend with the King" contestants. Events throughout the weekend will include a VIP Buffet and live tribute artist kick-off at the Spa Resort Casino with special guests Charlie Hodge (sang harmony and gave Elvis his scarves and water), Sonny West (Elvis' friend and bodyguard), Joe Esposito (bodyguard and road manager), Jerry Schilling (bodyguard), Estelle Brown (of the Sweet Inspirations), Patti Parry (Elvis' "little sister" and hairdresser), Al Dvorin (Elvis has left the building), and Ed Bonja (Elvis' Official Photographer). "We've been ecstatic about the number of competitors who will be performing and the level of talent already registered for 'A Weekend with the King.' To date we have signed up dozens of contestants and have been told by Elvis insiders that these are among the top Elvis Tribute Artists in the world," said Linda Fort, VP/general manager, Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism. In keeping with the celebration of the life of the "King," memorabilia vendors and live entertainment will be a part of the festivities fes·tiv·i·ty n. pl. fes·tiv·i·ties 1. A joyous feast, holiday, or celebration; a festival. 2. The pleasure, joy, and gaiety of a festival or celebration. 3. at the Palm Springs Convention Center The Palm Springs Convention Center is a 160,000 square foot facility located in downtown Palm Springs, California. It can accommodate groups from 12 to 9,000 in size, depending on the configuration. . The Elvis Tribute Artist contests will be held May 9-10 with the finals on May 11 all to be held at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Tickets for the contests are $20 for general admission and $35 for reserved seating. Elvis Tribute Artists will represent all eras of the "King's" career from the early Elvis era (1955-1968) on Friday, May 9 to the jumpsuit era (1969-1977) on Saturday, May 10 with prizes in each category for 1st -- $2,500, 2nd -- $1,500.00, and 3rd -- $1,000.00. The Spa Resort Casino is the title sponsor for "A Weekend with the King" and is also sponsored by KESQ News Channel 3, KDES KDES Kendall Demonstration Elementary School (Washington, DC) 104.7, and produced by the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism. For tickets, times of events, and hotel packages, call the Palm Springs Official Visitors Centers; Main: 2781 N. Palm Canyon Dr. 760/ 778-8418, 800/347-7746 or Uptown: 777 N. Palm Canyon Dr., #101, 760/327-2828 www.palm-springs.org. Note: Photos available at URLs: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/photo.cgi?pw.042803/bb11 http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/photo.cgi?pw.042803/bb11a |
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