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The Composers Room to Host St. Baldrick’s Kickoff “All Vegas, All Night” Birthday Celebration for John Katsilometes, Monday, March 2

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LAS VEGAS (February 2026) – The Composers Room Showlounge & Restaurant, poised as the premier destination for vintage Vegas entertainment in Historic Commercial Center, announces the St. Baldrick’s Kickoff “All Vegas, All Night” Birthday Celebration for Las Vegas man-about-town columnist John Katsilometes on Monday, March 2, from 6 to 11 p.m. This high-energy evening will blend Las Vegas entertainment with a heartfelt cause, as the city’s top performers gather to raise funds his annual St. Baldrick’s campaign supporting pediatric cancer research.

Katsilometes has been shaving his head for St. Baldrick’s since 2013. This year’s event marks the second time his annual St. Baldrick’s fundraiser is taking center stage at The Composers Room. Attendees can expect an eclectic mix of entertainment, including show-stopping musical performances, comedy, magic and more. Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club resident headliner Luenell will also take the stage to shave Katsilometes’ head. The event serves as the official kickoff to his St. Baldrick’s fundraising endeavor, which culminates at New York-New York Hotel & Casino’s Nine Fine Irishmen on March 14.

Following the fundraiser, guests can stay for Kenny Davidsen’s open-mic piano party in the Piano Lounge, where the revelry will continue.

“These events are set up to generate donations for St. Baldrick’s at a cool hang in Las Vegas,” said Katsilometes. “It’s sure to be hopping into the late-night hours.”

Guests can purchase a curated selection of cuisine from The Composers Room menu as well as custom zero-proof mocktails crafted exclusively for the evening, including the powder-blue “Kats Classic” concocted as an homage to Katsilometes’ very own 1967 Mercury Cougar.

“Our city thrives on spectacle, community and heart—this night brings all three together in a way only Vegas can,” said Damian Costa, managing partner, The Composers Room. “Johnny Kats does so much for this city’s entertainers, so we’re gratified to be able bring that talent together for the second year in a row in his honor.”

 The Composers Room Showlounge & Restaurant is located at 953 East Sahara Ave., E1A, Las Vegas, NV 89104. A $25 suggested donation purchased here or at the door grants entry to the celebration, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. To make donations directly to Katsilometes’ St. Baldrick’s campaign, click here.

ABOUT THE ST. BALDRICK’S FOUNDATION
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a volunteer-driven charity committed to funding the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives. St. Baldrick’s coordinates its signature head-shaving events worldwide where participants collect pledges to shave their heads in solidarity with kids with cancer, raising money to fund research. Since 2005, St. Baldrick’s has awarded more than $369 million to support lifesaving research, making the Foundation the largest private funder of childhood cancer research grants. St. Baldrick’s funds are granted to some of the most brilliant childhood cancer research experts in the world and to younger professionals who will be the experts of tomorrow. Funds awarded also enable hundreds of local institutions to participate in national pediatric cancer clinical trials, and the new International Scholar grants train researchers to work in developing countries. For more information about the St. Baldrick’s Foundation please call 1.888.899.BALD or visit StBaldricks.org.

ABOUT THE COMPOSERS ROOM
The Composers Room is the premier venue in Las Vegas known for its distinctive blend of vintage charm and contemporary entertainment. The destination is renowned for earning “silver” for “Best Restaurant/Bar with Live Music” in the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s 2024 Best of Las Vegas Awards. Located in the Historic Commercial Center District on East Sahara Avenue, it offers an intimate atmosphere, exquisite cuisine, upscale cocktails and live performances, making it a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. For more information, visit thecomposersroom.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram.

ABOUT POMPEY ENTERTAINMENT
Pompey Entertainment is a Las Vegas-born company led by industry veteran Damian Costa and businessman Nick Cordaro. Specializing in managing venues, artists and shows, including Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club, Stars of Comedy at Harrah’s Las Vegas, The Composers Room Showlounge & Restaurant and more, Pompey Entertainment provides expertise across all areas of entertainment, contributing to the dynamic and diverse cultural fabric of Las Vegas. For more information, visit pompey.com or follow along on Facebook and Instagram.

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