For immediate release: Wednesday, January 8, 2019
Windsor, ON – World-famous rapper and actor Ice Cube will hit The Colosseum stage Thursday March 26 at 8:00 p.m.
Widely regarded as one of the most important figures in rap history, Ice Cube rose to prominence in the ’80s as a member of N.W.A. The Los Angeles group is credited with bringing the gangsta rap genre to the mainstream, was the subject of the 2015 film “Straight Outta Compton,” named after the group’s debut album.
After leaving N.W.A. in 1989, Ice Cube – whose real name is O’Shea Jackson – achieved success as a solo artist, with albums such as 1990’s Amerikkka’s Most Wanted, selling more than a million copies. His impressive music career also includes the multi-platinum success of his two-part album War & Peace, as well as the hit albums Lethal Injection, Bootlegs & B-Sides, The Predator, the gold-certified and independently released Laugh Now, Cry Later, Raw Footage, and I Am The West.
Also known for his acting, Ice Cube starred in 1991’s “Boyz in the Hood” and had roles in “21 Jump Street,” “Ride Along” and “Are We There Yet?” Many of his films have been made by his production company, Cube Vision.
Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of N.W.A in 2016, Ice Cube was honoured with his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017. To date, he has sold over 10 million solo albums.
Don’t miss your chance to see Ice Cube live! Tickets start at $33 Canadian and go on sale at noon on Friday January 10 at the Box Office and online.
Ticket purchases can be made through caesarswindsor.com, ticketmaster.ca or at the Box Office located in the main casino building on the second floor, open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and on additional show days. Non-show days from noon to 8 pm and on show days open until midnight. Guests must be 19 years of age or older to attend concerts and to enter the casino and all other outlets. Prices listed do not include applicable taxes and fees.
Beat the Box Office! Caesars Rewards members receive exclusive ticket presale benefits! Purchase your pre-sale tickets, available online only, at Noon on Thursday, January 9 to be the FIRST to buy tickets before the public for Ice Cube! To learn more, visit the Caesars Rewards Centre for all the details.
Upcoming shows: 98 Degrees (Jan 16), The Fab Four (Jan 19), Justin Moore (Jan 23), Jeff Foxworthy (Jan 26), Dancing With The Stars – ALL AGES (Feb 1), The Strumbellas – ALL AGES (Feb 6), Josh Groban (Feb 9), The Blues Brothers featuring Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi (Feb 22), America (March 5), Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons (March 20), Pitbull (March 29) and Sebastian Maniscalco (May 14 & 15).
About Caesars Windsor Caesars Windsor is the largest casino resort in Canada and the first of its kind outside of the U.S. to be branded with this legendary, world-renowned name. Proud recipient of the 2018 Forbes Best Employer Award; the CAA/AAA Four Diamond hotel award for 20 consecutive years, Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence (COE) for ten consecutive years and Hall of Fame member; and is 4-Green Key certified from the world recognized Green Key Eco-Rating program for its outstanding environmental efforts. Winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 11 years for its gourmet steakhouse, Neros. Voted “Best Hotel” for 19 consecutive years by Casino Player Magazine. This year, The Colosseum has been ranked #1 for Theatre Venues in Canada by Pollstar®.
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