Doctors are close to discovering life-enhancing therapies to treat sickle cell anemia and are on the cusp of a cure; the aim of the “Play Without Pain” benefit is to raise much needed funds to complete this research as well as increase awareness about the far-reaching impact of sickle cell anemia. The benefit program will include a special presentation of Celine’s record-setting show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace as well as an exclusive reception at PURE Nightclub sponsored by Southern Wine & Spirits following the performance.
Sickle cell disease is a debilitating condition that causes excruciating pain, organ failure, stroke and early death. It is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States, affecting 100,000 Americans and the number of sufferers is in the millions worldwide. Affected populations are mainly of African descent, but the disease also strikes individuals of Hispanic, Mediterranean and Caribbean heritage. And its treatment is costly: an estimated $1.1 billion a year in the U.S. alone.
“Play Without Pain: Children’s Sickle Cell Benefit” will be held Sunday, Jan. 15 at Caesars Palace. The evening will include a special 8:30 p.m. performance of Celine Dion’s glamorous show directed by Grammy Awards producer Ken Ehrlich. Featuring a 31-piece orchestra and band, the show includes Celine’s biggest hits mixed with timeless classics that pay tribute to some of the most celebrated songs and artists of all time. Following the performance, guests are invited to attend an exclusive reception at PURE Nightclub at Caesars Palace sponsored by Southern Wine & Spirits and Angel Management Group. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend the reception.
Limited space is also available for the “Play Without Pain: Children’s Sickle Cell Benefit” VIP dinner event at Restaurant Guy Savoy prior to the show. Beginning with a 5 p.m. cocktail reception, guests will be treated to a delightful dinner prepared by the acclaimed French chef as well as the opportunity to meet Celine Dion. For more information on reserving individual seats at this event or for corporate table inquiries, please call 702-731-PLAY or send a message to playwithoutpain@caesars.com.
