Ivan Kane's burlesque club helped usher in the historic opening day of Atlantic City's latest attraction and 12th casino.
Revel at 7:30pm on Monday, April 2, 2012.
ATLANTIC CITY — The pulse of Atlantic City's heartbeat just got a jump-start.
History was made on Monday, April 2, as Revel, Atlantic City's 12th casino — and much, much more — officially opened its doors to the public after six years of planning, building and conceptualizing.
The energy inside and outside the sprawling property was palpable all day and into the night as guests marveled at the beautifully designed areas inside the state's second tallest building.
Revel executives and staffers also celebrated — albeit a little on the tired side after a long day's (not to mention months' and years') work — and agreed it was a very exciting day not only for Revel, but for Atlantic City and the state of New Jersey.
The day started with a sunrise toast — with Revel staffers and CEO Kevin DeSanctis on hand — and from then on people and more people flooded in and out of Atlantic City's latest attraction, several of them guests staying at the new resort during its preview period, which will lead up to the official Memorial Day weekend grand opening.
Ivan Kane's Royal Jelly debuted its burlesque show — featuring live music and burlesque dancing — around 8pm and the band the Raveonettes performed at The Social at 9pm.
Here are pics from Ivan Kane's Royal Jelly Burlesque Club debut. (Below: Images by Donald Kravitz)
(See more in this week's issue of Atlantic City Weekly)
On Wednesday, March 13, it was announced that Revel CEO Kevin DeSanctis had been replaced by interim CEO Jeffrey Hartmann.
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Just as Atlantic City Weekly columnist David Spatz suggested back in February, Maroon 5 has been booked to perform at Revel’s Ovation Hall on Friday, May 18, 8pm.
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"It was a little bit of a culture shock coming from Las Vegas, as you can imagine. But then when I actually spent some time [in Atlantic City] and spent some time in competitors' casinos, I was pleasantly surprised and I feel that, you know, being involved in Revel is a very exciting piece of history for Atlantic City and I think will change how people look and perceive the market."
Monday, April 2, was announced as the starting date of an eight-week preview to Atlantic City’s forthcoming $2.4-billion beachfront destination, Revel
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To usher in the historic first day for Revel, the property has booked the band The Raveonettes to perform a free show at 9pm at The Social, located near Revel's imaginative casino floor.
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1. Aimiee said... on Apr 3, 2012 at 10:49PM
“OMG I love, love the photos, love the concept and think my friends and I have found a new place to hang.
Great job Revel and AC Weekly”
2. Jersey Boy said... on Apr 4, 2012 at 08:50AM
“Revel is gonna be huge!! It already is LOL!”
3. Lyric said... on Apr 4, 2012 at 08:03PM
“Cheesy girls writhing on the floor -- wow -- just what AC needs -- NOT!
Was at Revel today -- not impressed. Slot machines for amateurs, lots of bars, cold atmosphere. I'll stick with Borgata -- classier looking and no girls "dancing" above a bar. Really tacky.”
4. divadance said... on Apr 6, 2012 at 09:44PM
“I'm SOOO surprised at the girls they cast... what a disappointment. As they had auditions in NYC, Atlantic City and every point in between, I can only imagine there were many more beautiful, more talented / better-dancing and less 'hard' looking women to better compliment the 'classy' look Revel is going for. Had hoped for so much better...”
5. TRUTH said... on Apr 7, 2012 at 07:01PM
“Divadance...r u upset that you didn't get the gig?...sure sounds like it to me..I was there, and let me tell you- the girls are amazing!! There's REAL talent there..what a great show...I'll definitely be back to these it.”
6. shore crew said... on May 28, 2012 at 09:33AM
“The place was huge with tons to see and do, and we didn't pay a cover. The slots were alright, but there was plenty of entertainment with bars and dancers everywhere. The roof deck was pretty cool, but super windy. The best part was ” social”. It had live band and a cool atmosphere. The royal jelly club was popping, but only really late at night. All in all though, I would definitely go back”
7. Karen said... on Jun 16, 2012 at 07:31PM
“Royal Jelly is NOT Burlesque. It is cheesy strippers. They are no more talented or unique than in any strip club. Zero class. And it's a STUPID name. Why does this guy who keeps opening and closing nightclubs keep putting his name in them? Generally people who are not successful at something don't try to brag! This whole concept is a silly waste of time. No fun....”
8. Night Mind said... on Jul 29, 2012 at 10:30PM
“This place is amazing. As a club critic and brand developer myself, I have to give Mr. Ivan Kane a lot of credit. Royal Jelly brings a show to the nightlife that the East Coast has never seen. The very talented performers/dancers are just that... Talented. Get it right people.... It's a show not a strip club! The venue is upscale and the girls put on a great show! Drinks and bottle service is pricey but worth it. One of the best nightclub concepts to ever hit Atlantic City !”