Ken Henderson
Talent, themed entertainment and resort programs
A Las Vegas entertainment executive whose agency supplied performers and developed themed programs inside major resorts.
Building an entertainment agency
BEST identifies Henderson as its CEO and describes him as a Las Vegas native who consults on entertainment projects. An industry profile says Ken and Carrie Henderson ran the agency and production company after BEST's 1997 founding. [1] [2]
Actors and characters at Caesars
Backstage reported that BEST cast Caesars Palace's Roman-character program, including Caesar, Cleopatra and their court. The work joined talent representation with continuous, place-specific entertainment inside the resort. [2]
Shadow Bar and the Venetian gondolas
The same profile credits BEST with creating Shadow Bar's entertainment concept and hiring and managing its performers. It also reported that BEST supplied Venetian gondoliers, musicians, living statues and specialty acts; BEST's current site continues to list a Venetian gondola program. [2] [1]
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Lights of Las Vegas
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Five More Seek Shares In Caesars Palace Bank
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Caesars Palace reaches opening night
The Sun’s contemporary coverage records the opening of Caesars Palace.
Caesar's Palace Latest Addition on Las Vegas' Fabulous Gaming Strip
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Caesars Palace Boss Arrested for Pulling Gun on Sinatra
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5th anniversary show at Caesars Palace
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BEST Leadership
The company identifies Henderson as CEO and lists its Venetian gondola entertainment program.
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Agency Spotlight: Best Models and Talent
Reports BEST's Caesars Roman-character casting, Shadow Bar entertainment concept and Venetian gondolier and performer programs.