Wayne Newton to perform at Centennial Era Gala

Mr. Las Vegas himself, Wayne Newton, will be performing at the Centennial Era Gala on Friday, Feb. 27 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.

Newton is one of the most celebrated entertainers of all time. This legendary performer has recorded and released more than 165 albums to date and has enjoyed nearly 20 No. 1 and top 10 hits. Having performed more than 40,000 live shows in Las Vegas alone, Newton also has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including participating in ABC's hit "Dancing with the Stars," as well as the "Dancing with the Stars Live Tour."

For information on purchasing a table for the Centennial Gala, call (317) 492-6501 or visit the Centennial Era Gala Sponsor Opportunities section at the IMS Web site, www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com.

The Centennial Gala is the first of many events over the next three years that will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which was founded and built in 1909, and the 100th anniversary of the inaugural Indianapolis 500 in 1911.