Ashanti, Beach Boys, more headed to local stages
Whether you’re wanting to hear a country music legend, a classic Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-inducted act, a pair of popular R&B stars, or Arab pop and Latin ballads, you can catch them in the mix of Southern California casino live entertainment scheduled Monday through March 19.
Be sure to check the official websites for the latest concert information.
Ashanti and Ja Rule
This pair of R&B superstars ruled the ’90s and early ’00s with hits like “Mesmerize,” “Always on Time” and “Happy.”
8 p.m. Thursday, Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland. Tickets start at $45; 21 or older only. 909-864-5050, yaamava.com
The Beach Boys
These Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees have garnered a longstanding reputation with their pop music that began with surf-inspired flair. The band’s hits include “Surfin’ U.S.A.,” “California Girls” and “Wouldn’t It Be Nice.”
8 p.m. March 17, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $80-$175. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com
Tanya Tucker
The Grammy Award-winning country singer and songwriter had her first major hit at age 13. Tucker’s biggest songs include “Love Me Like You Used to,” “Delta Dawn” and “Two Sparrows in a Hurricane.”
8 p.m. March 18, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $59-$89. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com
Lea Salonga
The award-winning actress and singer has gained a reputation in the theater world. She won a Tony Award for her role in “Miss Saigon” and was the first Asian to play Eponine in the musical “Les Misérables” on Broadway, then returned to the show as Fantine in the 2006 revival. She also sang as Jasmine in “Aladdin” and as Mulan in “Mulan” and “Mulan II.” 8 p.m. March 18, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, 11154 Highway 76, Pala. $40-$60; 21 or older only. 877-946-7252, palacasino.com
Nancy Ajram
This Lebanese singer and television personality was dubbed the queen of Arab pop by Spotify and has performed as a singer since the mid ’90s. Ajram’s hits include “Ya Tabtab Wa Dallaa,” “Ah W Noss” and “Aam Betaala’ Feek.” 9 p.m. March 19, Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. $225-$425. 877711-2946, pechanga.com.
Marisela La Dama de Hierro
The Mexican-American singer and actress started her career in 1984. Her repertoire includes romantic ballads, Latin pop, banda, pop rock and rancheras. Her Spanish cover of Barbara George’s “I Know (You Don’t Love Me No More),” titled “Ya No,” reached the Billboard Latin Songs chart in 1990. Other notable tracks include “Tu Dama De Hierro,” “Completamente Tuya” and “Enamorada y Herida.” 8 p.m. March 19, Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. $59-$159. 760-7755566, spotlight29.com