Paul Simon is, without a doubt, one of music's most important voices. In the '60s, he captivated a generation by writing songs that captured the essence of that era -- tunes including "Mrs. Robinson," "The Boxer" and "The Sound of Silence." As he continued writing into the '70s, Simon created a body of work which gave the world such infectious melodies as "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover," "Kodachrome" and "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard." In 1986 he delivered Graceland -- arguably his most revered and critically acclaimed album. With the release of his latest studio album, Stranger to Stranger, Simon proves that he's still a compelling musical presence to this day and one of the most accomplished pop composers of the 20th century. Don't miss this legendary singer-songwriter when he performs live at the Hollywood Bowl.

Present meets future. Play meets musical. The first collaboration between Tony winners David Henry Hwang (M. Butterfly) and Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), Soft Power centers around a Chinese executive who finds himself falling in love with a good-hearted U.S. leader. As the power balance between their two countries starts to shift and a new world order arrives, Soft Power transforms from contemporary comedy to musical fantasia, from modern day to 150 years in the future. In short, Hwang and Tesori have created one of the most groundbreaking and eagerly anticipated new works of the year. And you can only see it at the Ahmanson Theatre in L.A.

With its hothouse of emotions, lush melodies and ever-timely commentary on racial tolerance, South Pacific steams up the stage as both a romantic musical and a deeply felt drama. As Americans stationed on an island paradise during World War II, a nurse and a GI both fall in love with island residents, but a culture clash threatens their relationships. Ultimately love wins out, but the dangers of war threaten their happy endings. The unforgettable Rodgers & Hammerstein score is filled with all-time favorites like "Some Enchanted Evening," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair," "There is Nothing Like a Dame" and "Bali Ha'i." Both a Pulitzer Prize and a Tony winner, this Broadway classic comes to the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace in an all-new production.

Before their story became the basis for a massively selling memoir, a Tony-nominated play and a movie, the Delaney sisters weren't widely known. That suddenly changed when at the respective ages of 103 and 101, Sadie and Bessie sat down with a reporter from The New York Times to talk about their lives. Born to a former slave who became the first African-American Episcopal bishop, the Delany sisters went on to be pioneers in the fight for civil rights, witnessing a century of change from the front lines. Now, Chicago's Goodman Theatre brings the "provocative and entertaining" (The New York Times) stage adaptation of their journey to life.

Stories of the world come alive at the Newseum, where you can go behind the scenes to experience how and why news is made. See some of the final photographs of the only journalist who died covering the 9/11 attacks, witness the epic struggle of the civil rights movement in the '60s, marvel at a comprehensive collection of Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs and hear never-before-told stories from the journalists and photographers who stood on the front lines of history. This high-tech museum features seven levels of galleries and exhibits, including the Berlin Wall Gallery, which features eight 12-foot-high sections of the actual wall and a three-story East German guard tower. There are also theaters, retail spaces and visitor services where you can explore electronic news, unique artifacts, photojournalism, news history and world news. And, since there's so much to see, your ticket is good for two consecutive days. Take your time and see half the first day, then return the next day to catch what you missed.

The Greeks may have set the template for epics, but American history has epics of its own. Father Comes Home From the Wars, like the Greek tragedies that inspired it, is the story of a warrior setting out for battle and then making the long journey home. Set in the Civil War, this explosively powerful new trilogy by Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks (Topdog/Underdog) at Chicago's Goodman Theatre follows the slave, Hero, who agrees to fight for the Confederacy in exchange for his freedom, traveling from West Texas to the Confederate battlefield and back home again. Described as Parks' "finest work yet" by The New York Times, the Father Comes Home From the Wars trilogy -- which was a Pulitzer Prize finalist -- is a masterful blend of the serious and the comic that is at once an epic drama, a moving personal story and a thoughtful meditation on liberty and loyalty.

Any child (or child at heart) who's ever cherished a beloved stuffed buddy will feel a special appreciation for Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical. Based on the Caldecott Honor-winning picture book by Mo Willems, this comic adventure centers around little Trixie and her best plush friend in the whole world, Knuffle Bunny. When Dad takes the dynamic duo to run some errands, their simple family trip to the laundromat goes terribly (but hilariously) wrong. Recommended for kids 3 and older, this musical by Chicago's famed children's theater company Emerald City at the Apollo Theater also boasts cool stage designs inspired by the book's illustrations.

The world's best tribute to Michael Jackson, MJ Live, recreates the electrifying stage show of one of the greatest performers of all time. From iconic dance moves like the moonwalk to timeless hits like "Bad," "Billie Jean," "Thriller" and "Beat It," the spot-on show brings all of the Gloved One's staples to life. He even dips into the Jackson 5 era with favorites like "ABC" and "I Want You Back." Including dazzling lighting and effects, plus the MJ Live dancers, this show is a true spectacular fitting of the King of Pop.

The hit CBS TV show CSI got its start in Vegas before becoming the exciting worldwide phenomenon it is today. And this hands-on interactive experience puts you right in the middle of the action, as you step into the shoes of a real crime scene investigator to try and solve one of three different murders. You'll be helped along by videos featuring your favorite characters from the show and real-life forensic experts, as you match DNA, compare tire tracks and examine bullet casings and blood spatter. Then head to the state-of-the-art crime lab to see if you've ID'd the murderer and receive an official CSI diploma. With a multitude of suspects and lab stations to explore, CSI: The Experience can be a different adventure each time you visit.

The "Bad Boys of Magic" entertain with their singular mix of wicked comedy and truly amazing illusions in their own theater at the Rio. Performing together for close to 40 years now, Penn & Teller haven't stopped producing irreverent, edgy and hilarious shows that have earned them legions of fans, a pair of successful Broadway productions, countless TV appearances and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, as well as their own Showtime and Discovery Channel series. The latest edition of their live show -- one of the longest running in Vegas history -- has been known to feature knives, guns, fire, a gorilla, a showgirl and apparently even a duck. Don't miss the free meet-and-greet with the duo in the lobby after the show.

The longest-running dinner show in Las Vegas, Marriage Can Be Murder is an interactive and outrageous murder mystery experience in which the actors are planted among you and the other unsuspecting guests. This award-winning two-hour experience at The D Casino Hotel is a murder-mystery dinner show like no other, featuring a host of hilarious characters, confounding clues and plenty of audience interaction. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal and become part of the fun as you try to figure out "whodunit" in this one-of-a-kind show.

Purple Reign has been partying like it's 1999 for more than a decade in Vegas, and shows no signs of letting up now. Tribute artist Jason Tenner and his high-powered band re-create the experience of seeing Prince in his prime -- as well as Vanity 6 and Morris Day and the Time -- in this high-energy show that lights up the stage with outrageous outfits and infectious hits including "Let's Go Crazy," "1999," "Kiss," "When Doves Cry," "Raspberry Beret" and more. Purple Reign got to perform on the Late Show with David Letterman and was named "Best Tribute Act" in a Las Vegas Review-Journal poll, and now they're bringing the fun and the funk to The Tropicana.

Be there when Carrot Top sets up comedy shop in the Atrium Showroom at the Luxor Hotel and Casino, pulling out all the tricks from his trunks of comedy props and crazy inventions to entertain you. The comedian and pop culture icon is as well-known for his signature sense of humor and wacky performance style as he is for his massive muscles and trademark shock of red hair. This award-winning comedian has been entertaining audiences for decades, and now you can catch him rocking the Las Vegas strip at the Luxor.

Picture Larry David in a dragon suit performing magic tricks and you've got a pretty good idea of Piff the Magic Dragon's unique act. Best known as a finalist on NBC's America's Got Talent, Piff, aka John van der Put, wears a dragon costume while combining wry humor with jaw-dropping illusions -- oh yeah, and his assistant is a magic Chihuahua (also wearing a dragon costume). Sound bizarre? It is, but it's working for him. Piff has appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, scored more than 12 million YouTube hits and performed everywhere from Radio City Music Hall to Shakespeare's Globe to the Sydney Opera House. Now you can catch his new one-hour solo show on the Las Vegas Strip at Bugsy's Cabaret at the Flamingo.

Live, uncensored and irreverent, Jokesters Comedy Club brings national headliners with appearances on HBO, Comedy Central, BET and more to the showroom at the D Hotel and Casino. Each night offers a blend of up-and-comers and seasoned veterans, none of whom are afraid to get racy, raunchy or dirty. You might even catch a surprise celebrity guest from the comedy world, dropping by for a set of their own. Be sure to come early to catch the pre-party filled with music, drink specials, games and giveaways.

Set in a modern and intimate cabaret, BAZ - A Musical Mash-Up is a mash-up of music and moments from famed movie director Baz Luhrmann's greatest love stories. Inspired by the lushly romantic films Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge and The Great Gatsby, the show captivates with soul-stirring music and stunning performances from an ensemble cast of vocalists, actors and dancers. It's the Las Vegas Strip's most unique show, combining live dancing, music that includes tunes from the likes of Nirvana, Elton John and more into a curious cocktail that is part rock concert, part nightclub cabaret act and part Broadway-style musical. Don't miss the Vegas musical that's been called "the ultimate date night."

Even when you're on vacation, you need to take some time to have a good laugh, and the Tropicana Laugh Factory brings the funny business to the Las Vegas Strip. Just like its fellow comedy clubs in Chicago and Hollywood, this venue regularly hosts top-notch headliners -- many are superstars from TV and the big screen; others are up-and-coming Las Vegas comedians. Names like Tim Allen, Paul Rodriguez, Ray Romano, Richard Lewis and more have performed here; you never know who might drop by for a set! Regardless of who's on stage, you're certain to be rolling on the floor with laughter. And if the night involves falling on the floor, you'll want to count on the Laugh Factory's esteemed status as the No. 1 comedy club in the country.

Named "the man of 1,000 voices" by Mel Blanc (himself the voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck), master impressionist Rich Little has charmed, amused and intrigued audiences for more than 50 years. Now, he brings his legendary spot-in impersonations to the Laugh Factory at the Tropicana Resort & Casino. In addition to sharing plenty of jokes, songs, videos and personal stories, the comedy icon will embody a dizzying number of beloved actors, singers and politicians, including John Wayne, George Burns, Johnny Carson, Frank Sinatra and more.

Adam London is a comic magician with a unique trait -- the guy just loves ducks. In Laughternoon, a family-oriented show at The D, you'll get to experience the wit and whimsy of London's clever sleight-of-hand tricks and hilarious magic. Having perfected his craft at shows around the world, including the world-famous Magic Castle, London has taken residence in Las Vegas, ready to showcase his special brand of magic. Take a break from your Sin City travels and enjoy a hilarious Laughternoon!

Luxembourg's award-winning illusionist David Goldrake brings magic back to the Tropicana Resort & Casino with Imaginarium. This Las Vegas showcase will inspire you with original and spectacular illusions, innovative experiments of mentalism and daring demonstrations of escapology. Innovative sound, lighting and 3D video mapping transform the stage into the perfect setting for Goldrake's surreal dream world full of fantasy. You're in for much more than mere sleights of hand and run-of-the-mill trickery; these fantastical feats may just shatter your perception of reality.

Andrew Dice Clay pulls no punches, breaks every rule and shocks audiences with his signature brand of hardcore comedy -- and he's been doing it for decades, as evidenced by his string of bestselling DVDs, CDs and highly-rated cable specials, including the more recent Dice on Showtime. Laugh Factory Las Vegas at the Tropicana Resort and Casino now welcomes America's rock 'n' roll comedy legend to their humble abode. Perfectly suited for Sin City, Clay was banned from MTV for over 20 years. Recently, the self-proclaimed "Rocky of Comedy" had a recurring role on the final season of HBO's Entourage and appeared in Entourage (The Movie), as well as Celebrity Apprentice. Ever versatile, Clay also appeared in Woody Allen's 2013 feature Blue Jasmine, earning critical acclaim alongside co-star Cate Blanchett, who won an Oscar for her role. Don't miss the Dice Man's return to Vegas, with his latest show, The Filthy Truth.

Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year Kevin Burke returns to star in the hit comedy Defending the Caveman, the longest-running solo show in Broadway history and the longest-running Broadway show in Vegas history. A blend of stand-up comedy, lecture and therapy session, this breakdown of the "battle of the sexes" has plenty to say about both men and women and how they navigate modern relationships. And its message is still going strong: Defending the Caveman has been seen by more than 8 million people in 45 different countries. Now it's back in downtown Vegas at the D Hotel.