R&B ICON PEABO BRYSON AND AMERICAN IDOL WINNER RUBEN STUDDARD PERFORMING LIVE AT RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — June 30, 2025 —  Two powerhouse voices, one unforgettable night. Grammy Award-winning vocalist Peabo Bryson and platinum-selling Ruben Studdard, winner of American Idol Season Two, are set to perform live at Rivers Casino Portsmouth on Saturday, Aug. 9, at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $29 and are available now at RiversCasino.com.

Peabo Bryson: A Voice That Defines Romance and Soul

Bryson is perhaps best known for two Grammy-winning songs he performed in Disney animated films. The first was “Beauty and the Beast,” a duet with international pop singer Celine Dion. The second was “A Whole New World” from “Aladdin,” which he performed with Regina Belle.

Bryson’s smooth, soulful vocals have captivated audiences for decades. His first successful duet was “Tonight I Celebrate My Love” with Roberta Flack in 1983. Over the years, he has performed with fellow music icons such as Natalie Cole, Melissa Manchester, Chaka Khan, and Kenny G.

Ruben Studdard: A Career of Smooth Vocals and Hit Records

Since winning “American Idol,” Ruben Studdard has released seven studio albums, including his platinum-selling debut, “Soulful,” and the top-selling gospel follow-up, “I Need an Angel.” He is best known for his recording career, which has produced hits such as “Flying Without Wings,” “Sorry 2004” and “Change Me.”

Studdard continues to create and perform, and his new album, “The Way I Remember It,” has already charted two singles. He’s also hit the road with The Masterpiece Tour, featuring his biggest hits, tributes to his musical idols and selections from the new album.

For tickets and more information, please visit RiversCasino.com/Portsmouth. Guests must be 21 or older.###

About Rivers Casino Portsmouth

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is a world-class destination—a $340 million local investment—located along Victory Boulevard, south of I-264. As part of Portsmouth’s New Entertainment District, the complex currently features a full-service casino, poker room, BetRivers Sportsbook, event and conference venues, premier restaurants, and more. Rivers Casino Portsmouth is Virginia’s first permanent casino and the latest addition to Rush Street Gaming, one of the fastest-growing casino and entertainment companies in the country. Rush Street Gaming and its affiliates have developed and operate successful casinos in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Des Plaines, Illinois; and Schenectady, New York. All Rush Street Gaming casinos, including Rivers Casino Portsmouth, have been voted a “Best Place to Work” or “Top Workplace” by their Team Members. For more information about Rivers Casino Portsmouth, including ongoing career opportunities, please visit RiversCasino.com.

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