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The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage Celebrates 10 Years Of Entertainment in Southern California’s Premier Concert Theater
JERRY SEINFELD AND TONI BRAXTON HEADLINED SOLD-OUT PERFORMANCES ON WEEKEND OF CELEBRATIONS
Rancho Mirage, Calif. (March 5, 2019) – Celebrating a milestone 10th Anniversary presenting hundreds of the biggest entertainment acts in the world, The Show at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage was at capacity this past weekend for performances by R&B diva Toni Braxton and comedy superstar Jerry Seinfeld.
On Saturday, March 2, Seinfeld made his inaugural appearance at The Show and had the audience in stitches with his signature stand-up routine. The night before, on Friday, March 1, seven-time Grammy winner Toni Braxton brought her “As Long As I Live” tour to The Show in support of her current Sex & Cigarettes album. It was her first appearance at the venue also.
Both events sold out, and audiences have been flocking to The Show since its opening on February 12, 2009, excited by the up-close experience the venue offers along with its luxurious amenities. At The Show, more than 2,000 seats are comfortably spaced across four levels, with no seat more than 125 feet from the stage, creating an intimate space to experience legendary performances. Twelve boxes offer gourmet catering, private bars and lounges.
While artists such as Seinfeld and Braxton marked their first performances on The Show’s stage, over the past 10 years countless international stars have returned multiple times to perform at the venue named Best Casino Showroom/Theater of the Year at the Casino Entertainment Awards at G2E in 2014. The Show’s many award nominations include Pollstar Showroom of the Year in 2011, American Country Music Awards Showroom of the Year in 2011 and 2018, and Casino Theater of the Year at the International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) Industry Awards in 2018.
Dan Pferschy, Director of Entertainment for Agua Caliente Casinos, won the Casino Entertainment Executive of the Year Award at G2E in 2017 and continues to work tirelessly promoting The Show, elevating this premier showroom to the place in Southern California where the best entertainers want to perform and rehearse.
“The success of The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage is a testament to the efforts of a stellar entertainment team that keeps everything running like clockwork front and back of house. Our purpose-built, state-of-the-art auditorium is second to none in Southern California and a leader in casino entertainment nationwide.” Pferschy says. “When comic geniuses such as Gabriel Iglesias and Sebastian Maniscalco, or music legends such as Willie Nelson and Burt Bacharach, are eager to return to our stage, we know we are doing something very right.”
The lineup through ten years at The Show reads like an entertainment hall of fame. The venue opened with a splash in 2009, with the initial lineup of international music star acts featuring the likes of Matchbox 20, Martina McBride, Tony Bennett, the Moody Blues and Elvis Costello. Other artists and bands who have performed at The Show across all genres include Duran Duran, Doobie Brothers, Goo Goo Dolls, Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, Natalie Cole, Van Morrison, Diana Krall, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Steven Tyler, Don Henley and many more. Air Supply announced from the stage at their most recent performance in February 2019 that of the more than 130 venues they appear at each year, The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage is the one they most enjoy to play in.
Comedians at The Show over the years have included Chelsea Handler, Jay Leno, Steve Martin and Martin Short, Margaret Cho, and Gabriel Iglesias. Iglesias loves the venue so much he will be performing for the 18th and 19th times at The Show this May as part of his all-new 2019 “Beyond the Fluffy” world tour. Magicians and psychics, ballet companies, Mariachi bands and boxing matches have all taken the stage at The Show.
Many of the artists who have enjoyed repeated performances at The Show have offered their congratulations to the venue for its 10th Anniversary in this tribute video.
With a concert lineup and entertainment experience that rivals the best venues in the country, The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage also offers a complete getaway experience for entertainment fans, being an integral part of a world-class resort. Accommodations include 340 luxury guest rooms – among those are 24 executive suites and two presidential suites – which also makes performing at The Show convenient and an enjoyable tour stop for artists. The resort includes the Forbes Four-Star Sunstone Spa, a fitness center, luxury poolside cabanas, award-winning dining, a conference center, and 71,000 square feet of the area’s best gaming with more than 1,600 slots, a variety of table games, high-limit gaming, and the Coachella Valley’s only live poker.
Pictured above on March 2, 2019: Jerry Seinfeld with left to right: Rob Prinz, ICM Partners; Michael Facenda, Agua Caliente Casinos Vice President of Marketing; Saverio R. Scheri III, Agua Caliente Casinos Chief Operating Officer; Dan Pferschy, Agua Caliente Casinos Director of Entertainment; Billy Brill, BAP Productions; George Shapiro, Manager of Jerry Seinfeld; and Savannah Cook, Agua Caliente Casinos Entertainment Manager
Toni Braxton in concert at The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage on March 1, 2019
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Show, Southern California’s premier concert theater located at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, is a stunning venue with 2,101 seats across four levels. With expansive views, and no seat more than 125 feet from the stage, there’s not a bad seat in the house. For the ultimate in luxury, 12 boxes offer catering, private bars and bottle service. Opened in 2009, The Show is celebrating 10 years of playing host to a lineup that reads like a hall of fame: Don Henley, Jerry Seinfeld, Toni Braxton, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Steven Tyler, Sting, Alan Jackson, Tony Bennett, Martina McBride, Duran Duran, John Fogerty, ZZ Top, Goo Goo Dolls, and many more have all performed here.
ABOUT AGUA CALIENTE CASINOS
The Agua Caliente Casinos, located in Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage, are the Coachella Valley’s foremost resort gaming destinations. The Agua Caliente Casinos are owned and operated by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, which also owns the world-renowned Indian Canyons and Tahquitz Canyon hiking trails, and Indian Canyons Golf Resort. Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage is a AAA Four Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Recommended property, ranked top 10 for “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas” in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice 2018 travel awards, and is also home to the Forbes Four-Star Sunstone Spa, ranked in the top Spas in the U.S. by Spas of America and ranked no. 1 in California. Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage is also home to Southern California’s premier entertainment venue, The Show, which features a legendary lineup of performers.
Business
GreenRock Capital and J.P. Morgan Close $103 Million Tax-Exempt Financing for Ontario Hotel and Conference Center
GreenRock and J.P. Morgan Deliver $103 Million in Tax-Exempt C-PACE and Mortgage Revenue Bond Financing for National CORE’s Hyatt Regency Ontario
GreenRock Capital LLC announces the close of a $103 million financing for the Ontario Airport Hotel and Conference Center in Ontario, California. The $103 million package pairs $26 million in tax-exempt C-PACE bonds with $77 million in tax-exempt mortgage revenue bonds, all underwritten by J.P. Morgan and placed with municipal bond investors.
“This innovative and successful transaction was a result of a true team effort, and we are thrilled with the outcome for all,” said Matt Smith, Principal at GreenRock Capital.
National CORE owns the property, which is being transformed into the Hyatt Regency Ontario through a comprehensive renovation and repositioning effort. Financing proceeds will support the redevelopment of the existing 309-room hotel into a 295-room upscale Hyatt Regency destination featuring expanded suites, a redesigned lobby experience, upgraded food and beverage offerings, a new Club Lounge, more than 16,000 square feet of meeting space and fully renovated guestrooms and common areas.

“This transaction reflects the confidence investors have in both the strength of the project and the experienced team behind it,” said Robert Diaz, Executive Vice President of National CORE and project lead for this effort. “We are grateful to GreenRock Capital, J.P. Morgan, and our partners for helping bring this transformative vision to life. The overwhelming response to the offering reinforces the long-term potential of this property and its impact on the Inland Empire.”
Located near Ontario International Airport, Toyota Arena, and the Ontario Convention Center, the hotel sits at the gateway of Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga and is positioned to become a premier hospitality destination for business and leisure travelers throughout the Inland Empire.
“This financing reflects what is possible when a strong sponsor, creative capital partners, and disciplined execution come together around a compelling project,” said Keaton Yellin of JLL Capital Markets, which arranged the financing.
“The financing structure for this project represents an innovative approach to capitalizing hospitality assets in today’s market,” said Fred Schuster of FGS Realty Advisors, who assisted the Sponsor with the transaction. “By combining tax-exempt C-PACE with tax-exempt mortgage revenue bonds, the team was able to deliver a compelling financing package that aligns long-term capital with a transformative hospitality investment.”
Business
Morongo Invests in Inland Empire Sports and Entertainment with New Baseball Partnerships
Deal with Ontario Tower Buzzers and Rancho Cucamonga Quakes strengthens community engagement and fan experience
The Morongo Casino Resort Spa, the Ontario Tower Buzzers and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes have announced a new partnership by which Morongo is now the presenting sponsor of the Tower Buzzers and the official field naming sponsor at the Quakes’ Epicenter Stadium.
Under the multi-year agreement, Morongo is now the “presenting sponsor of the Ontario Tower Buzzers,” the new Minor League affiliate of the 2025 World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Additionally, the home of the Quakes has been renamed the “Morongo Field at the Epicenter” strengthening Morongo’s connection to sports fans across the Inland Empire.
The innovative collaboration marks a fresh advancement in the Morongo Casino’s ongoing investment in entertainment and recreation in the Inland Empire.
“Baseball is America’s pastime because of its power to bring people together,” said Morongo Tribal Chairman Charles Martin. “We are thrilled to join with the Ontario Tower Buzzers and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes to celebrate this tradition while creating new opportunities for families across the Inland Empire to enjoy the excitement of the game.”
“At Morongo Casino Resort Spa, our brand is built on delivering exceptional guest experiences centered on entertainment, excitement, and memorable moments,” said Mike Bean, Chief Executive Officer of Morongo Casino Resort & Spa. “Partnering with the Ontario Tower Buzzers and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes reflects that same commitment as our three organizations work to create energy, community pride, and unforgettable experiences for fans.”
“This partnership is a great example of what makes Minor League Baseball so special — bringing together strong community partners, great organizations, and unforgettable fan experiences,” said Diamond Baseball Holdings West Region Vice President Ben Taylor. “Morongo’s commitment to entertainment and community aligns perfectly with our vision for both the Ontario Tower Buzzers and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. We’re excited to see this collaboration elevate the experience for fans across the Inland Empire.”
The partnership debuted during a pair of special events celebrating the start of the 2026 season.
- On April 2, Morongo joined the Ontario Tower Buzzers for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the beautiful new ONT Field, which was followed by the ball club’s first-ever season opener before a sold-out crowd as the team took flight on its inaugural season.
- On April 3, fans enjoyed Morongo Diamond Nights where the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes unveiled Morongo Field at the Epicenter during a special game-day celebration.
The Ontario Tower Buzzers brand reflects the city’s proud aviation heritage and its close connection to Ontario International Airport. The team’s name and their mascot, Maverick, evoke the adrenaline and daring of aviation’s most thrilling flybys while celebrating the airport control tower that has guided thousands of flights into Ontario. Inspired by that spirit of precision and innovation, the team’s name captures the city’s can-do attitude.
Launched in 1993, the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes have been one of Minor League Baseball’s most beloved franchises, building a loyal fan base and a reputation for family-friendly entertainment at the Epicenter. As the Minor League affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels, the club has earned three California League championships (1994, 2015 and 2018) while creating lasting memories for local baseball fans. The newly named Morongo Field at the Epicenter marks an exciting new chapter for the ballpark and the community that has supported Quakes baseball for decades.
Business
Unisource Solutions Grows Its Inland Empire Presence with the Addition of TOTALPLAN Business Interiors
Southern California’s leading workplace design and furnishings resource deepens its regional presence by uniting with a 57-year Inland Empire institution.
Unisource Solutions, California’s Haworth Best in Class dealership and a comprehensive workplace design resource, has announced the acquisition of TOTALPLAN a fixture of the Inland Empire business community since 1969. The strategic partnership brings together two organizations with a combined heritage of more than 80 years of expertise, unifying their complementary strengths to better serve businesses, architects, and interior designers across the Inland Empire.
Founded in 1987, Unisource Solutions has built its reputation as far more than a furniture dealer. The company operates as a full-service design resource — offering space planning, workplace strategy and analytics, installation services, project management, and custom furnishings through its in-house brand, Platform by Unisource Solutions. With access to more than 300 manufacturers, Unisource serves clients across corporate, healthcare, higher education, and financial sectors.

TOTALPLAN has spent more than five decades cultivating trusted relationships with businesses of all sizes throughout the Inland. Under the leadership of owner Denny Fosdick, TOTALPLAN earned a reputation for quality service, community investment, and a deep understanding of the regional market.
“For over 57 years, TOTALPLAN has been dedicated to providing exceptional workspace solutions throughout the Inland Empire and beyond. Now, we’re excited to join forces with Unisource Solutions. This partnership brings together our deep community roots with Unisource’s extensive resources and capabilities. I’m proud to pass the torch to a fellow Inland Empire resident who understands this community and will carry on the legacy we’ve built here.” —Denny Fosdick, Owner, TOTALPLAN Business Interiors
Jamal Nasserdeen, President of Unisource Solutions, who grew up in the Inland Empire, expressed the personal significance of the acquisition and its implications for Unisource’s long-term growth strategy in the region.
“Growing up and living in the Inland Empire, it’s a true honor to build on the tremendous 57-year legacy that Denny and his team have established. This partnership marks a pivotal moment in our growth journey, significantly expanding our capabilities throughout the region and strengthening our position as Southern California’s premier workplace solutions provider. It’s a privilege to bring TOTALPLAN into the Unisource Solutions family.” — Jamal Nasserdeen, President, Unisource Solutions
The partnership also carries the endorsement of Haworth, the globally recognized furniture manufacturer for which Unisource holds its Best-in-Class dealer designation. Tom Peyton, Haworth’s Regional Vice President for the West Region, noted that the partnership reinforces the strength of Unisource’s regional coverage and honors the trusted relationships TOTALPLAN has spent decades building.
The combined organization now brings a unified offering across workplace design, multi brand furniture sourcing, custom fabrication through Platform by Unisource Solutions, and comprehensive facilities services including delivery, installation, reconfiguration, and relocation support. Clients across architecture, interior design, and corporate facilities teams will benefit from a single, deeply resourced partner capable of supporting projects from initial concept through move-in.
For businesses in the Inland Empire seeking to transform their workspaces, the new partnership signals expanded local access to a nationally capable team, one that is deeply invested in the communities it serves.
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