Discount tickets offered for ‘Triumph’

The Las Vegas Hilton has a captivating new show called “Triumph,” and to get the word out, the hotel is introducing a $19.95 ticket offer for locals, good through Dec. 9. That’s a considerable discount, with tickets regularly priced from $55.40-$115.90.

The show, set in a science fiction universe, combines the world of magic with steampunk. Performances are Monday-Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Bring your Nevada I.D. to the Hilton box office when buying tickets.

Nonstop NYE Deals at Rockhouse

Rockhouse bar and nightclub at Imperial Palace will host a weekend-long new year’s bash. On Thursday, December 30, ladies can enjoy an open bar from 10 p.m. until midnight. Rockhouse will host its “F#@! 2010” New Year’s Eve bash Friday, December 31. Revelers will enjoy an open bar from 10 p.m. until midnight. As the clock strikes midnight, enjoy a shot on the house to herald 2011. Tickets start at $100. On January 1, party animals will enjoy two-for-one beers and well drinks and $5 shots. Rockhouse will top off its wild New Year’s weekend with a “F#@! It’s Really 2011” party Sunday, January 2. Partygoers will start the decade off right with two-for-one beers and Effen vodka specials all day long. For more information, visit Rockhouse online.

A ‘Super’ Monday Football Deal

For football fans, Sam’s Town is the place to be during Super Monday Night Parties. In addition to multiple drawings and lots of big TVs on which to watch the action, fans receive a free draft beer and hot dog just for showing up. There’s no admission charge for members of the B Connected players’ club (free signup). Doors open every Monday one hour before kickoff.

Underground Rebel Bingo Comes to the Hilton

A hit party is spreading from London and New York to Las Vegas. Called “Underground Rebel Bingo Club,” it takes an activity normally associated with little old ladies-bingo- and adds drinking, dancing and cursing. The high-energy nightlife experience and stage show has been dubbed “dangerous, offensive and hilarious,” and it’s being embraced by people-in-the-know here and overseas. The rowdy fun begins at 10:30 p.m. Fridays in Las Vegas Hilton’s Shimmer Cabaret and runs until 3 a.m. Tickets are $25 when purchased online or $35 at the door.

Free Variety Show at Sam’s Town

Who says variety shows are a disappearing breed in Las Vegas? Sam’s Town will host “Variety: Toast of the Town” on November 18 and 25 at 2 p.m., featuring a full band and a slate of Vegas celebrities. The fun includes toe-tapping musical favorites and hilarious antics. Best of all, it’s free for all B Connected club members.

UNLV to Face Tough Opponent

The UNLV men’s basketball team will face its first true test of the season on Saturday at the Thomas & Mack Center. At 4 p.m., the Rebels will tip off against Wisconsin, of the Big Ten. Led by coach Bo Ryan, the Badgers are always a formidable squad and will show Rebel fans whether UNLV is tournament-ready this season.

The game will be shown on Versus on cable TV. For ticket information, visit the UNLV box office.

How Religious Is Vegas?

Men’s Health magazine says Las Vegas is 56th in terms of religiosity among America’s 100 largest cities, a surprising result for the nation’s adult playground.

Sin City tied with Philadelphia and Modesto on the list, which took into account churches, donations to religious groups and purchases of faith literature per capita, among other criteria.

The three most religious cities were Colorado Springs, Colorado; Greensboro, N.C.; and Oklahoma City.