The 43rd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards will be carried live around the world on CBS TV, Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 8pm (EST) from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas , hosted by Reba McEntire. The Venue of the Year Award, as well as other industry awards to be presented earlier in the day, but may be acknowledged during the live broadcast.

This is a great honor for STAR PLAZA THEATRE, due to the category encompassing all venues, including theatres, amphitheatres and arenas.

Celebrating 29 years of world-class entertainment, the 3400-seat Star Plaza Theatre is Chicagoland’s premier entertainment destination, hosting approximately 100 top-name artists annually. Star Plaza Theatre is managed by White Lodging Services. For more details log on to www.starplazatheatre.com.