Craig Urbani Shares On The Upcoming Swingin' Las Vegas

Get ready for goosebumps, the glitz and glam of Las Vegas, right here in Joburg!

With less than a one month to go until audiences can enjoy the glitz, the glam and sensational sounds of Las Vegas right here at home in Fourways, Johannesburg.

Experience the electrifying energy of Vegas nights, brought to life by the impressive 18-piece Johannesburg Big Band led by Adam Howard, alongside the electrifying vocals of Craig Urbani, Nadine, Timothy Moloi and Harry Sideropoulos.

Swingin’ Las Vegas 2025 will be on stage at The Teatro, Montecasino for 8 performances only, spanning two weekends in May from 16 – 25 May 2025.

With rehearsals underway, we caught up with Craig Urbani.

What song are you most excited to sing in Swingin’ Las Vegas 2025 and why?
The set list is so incredible! It’s hard to choose!! Definitely Luck Be A Lady! I’ve always loved Guys and Dolls. I’ve lived in hope that they’d so it in SA, so this will be my Sky Masterson moment!! And Shallow with Nadine is going to be a highlight for sure!! The song is so emotive and beautiful. And with the Johannesburg Big Band playing it…….!!! Best ever!!!

And of course whatever I do with Harry is going be full of laughs and mischief!!! What can I say? I’m Just a Gigolo!

What can the audience expect from your performance? And the show?
Last year lots of people commented on my dance moves!! I didn’t even realise I was dancing so much. It’s just how I perform! This year…..the moves will be back!!!!

Your all-time favourite artist that’s appeared in Las Vegas, who’s going to be featured in the show?
I was on stage this year and despite having tickets, I missed Robbie William’s concert!! I think I picked him last year as well! He’s a firm favourite of mine!! I’d love to see him light up the Vegas stage!!

What 3 songs are you most looking forward to hearing the other artists in the show, perform?
I think Tim and Nadine are going to melt hearts with Unforgettable! Harry is going to sizzle with Leave Your Hat On and I can’t wait to hear Nadine’s It’s All Coming Back To Me Now accompanied by this 18 piece brass band! It’s going to bring the house down!!!

What excites you about returning to the show after last year’s season?
I am ecstatic about being invited back to Swingin’ Las Vegas 2025! It was a complete highlight for me last year! I knew I was going to enjoy it, but it really exceeded all my expectations!

This year, these musicians coupled with the kindest, most talented and incredible performers and a Joburg audience that has come out ready to have the time of their lives, will make this year’s Swingin’ Las Vegas 2025 something…. well…. “Unforgettable!”