Kick those post-holiday blues to the curb with non-stop fun the first weekend of 2025. The Island Showroom stage has booked two big tribute acts starting Friday, January 3, with Simply the Best: A Tribute to Tina Turner. Then, on Saturday, January 4, see George Michael Reborn. This double “Whammy” is the perfect way to jump-start your year. 

Long Live the Queen of Rock and Roll

Tina Turner’s image and spirit are alive and well with impersonator extraordinaire Karen Durrant. Durrant has lovingly recreated the look and sound of Turner’s 1996 “Wildest Dreams” tour, complete with voice, makeup and Versace dress. 

You’ll hear career-spanning hits, including “Proud Mary,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” “Better Be Good to Me” and “Private Dancer.” The Simply the Best show has garnered rave reviews from across the country. Now, it’s Michigan’s chance to see what all the well-deserved hype is about. 

The legendary Tina Turner had an extensive musical career that spanned over 50 years, from 1956 to 2009. From the early days of Ike and Tina, she pivoted to a successful solo career in the ’80s and ’90s. 

Turner left behind five top-10 singles, two platinum records, two gold records and 12 Grammy awards. She is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member and even had a Barbie doll created in her likeness. 

For videos, photos and more information about Karen Durrant’s tribute show, visit TinaTurnerImpersonator.com.

A Faithful Tribute to George Michael

Robert Barko’s “Geroge Michael Reborn” is the world’s preeminent George Michael tribute. With his uncanny likeness and voice, Barko recreates every nuance of the late pop star’s stage show. From Michael’s characteristic dance moves to his iconic wardrobe, you’ll feel like you were back in 1992 watching the real thing. 

Hear “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go,” “Careless Whisper,” “Father Figure” and “I Want Your Sex,” among many other hits. This charismatic recreation will leave you hoping the sun never goes down over The Island stage.

George Michael was one of the most successful pop stars of the ’80s and ’90s. Along with Andrew Ridgley, he formed Wham! in 1981. Their two albums, Fantastic and Make it Big, spawned a slew of top hits, including “Everything She Wants,” “Careless Whisper” and the holiday favorite “Last Christmas.” 

George stepped into the spotlight as a solo artist in 1984. He became one of the best-selling musicians of all time, with an estimated 100 to 125 million records sold. He had 10 number one songs on the U.S. Billboard charts and won numerous awards, including Grammys, Brit Awards, Billboard Music Awards and MTV Video Music Awards.

For videos and more information on this show, visit GeorgeMichaelReborn.com. 

Make Your New Year Pop!

Start your 2025 with two of the most iconic pop stars of all time. Get your tickets to Simply the Best and George Michael Reborn today, and spend your weekend enjoying everything The Island Resort and Casino has to offer. 

Show Details

Date: January 3rd and 4th, 2025

Time: 8:00 PM ET Showtime / Doors at 7:15 PM

Location: Island Showroom

Ticket Price: $20