David Saxe (born August 29, 1969) is a

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-born show producer and theater owner. He is the owner of both the V Theater and the Saxe Theater.

Early life and education

Saxe was born on August 29, 1969, in Las Vegas, Nevada. His mother was a dancer at the

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, and his father was a saxophone player and bandleader for

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. Saxe holds a bachelor's degree in communications from the

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Career

At the age of 17, Saxe produced his sister's TV special: ''

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– First Lady of Magic.'' Filmed at Bourbon Street Hotel and Casino, the show made him the youngest producer in Las Vegas history. The show was a success, and Melinda became a household name after appearing on ''

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'' and ''

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'' with

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. Saxe opened his first theater in San Francisco, and had produced 25 shows by the age of 30. In 2004, Saxe opened the V Theater in Las Vegas. In the same year, he produced ''V - The Ultimate Variety Show'', which is still in production today. In 2010, Saxe acquired a second theater: the Saxe Theater. Saxe Theater opened with its first production, ''VEGAS! THE SHOW,'' and is now home to ''BeatleShow!'' and ''Nathan Burton Comedy Magic''. Both theatres are located in Miracle Mile Shops shopping center.

Honors

*Honored at the third annual

, Vallen Dinner of Distinction as an "Industry Notable". *Listed in the ''In Business Las Vegas'' magazine's "Top 40 Under 40"

References

External links

Official Website

Talktails interview with Vegas Video Network

''VEGAS! THE SHOW'' official website
* {{DEFAULTSORT:Saxe, David 1969 births Living people American theatre managers and producers University of Nevada, Las Vegas alumni