NEW YORK — Mariah Carey is heading to Sin City.
Caesars Palace announced Thursday that the 44-year-old pop icon would open a series of shows May 16 at The Colosseum in Las Vegas. Carey has announced 18 performances so far.
The show, dubbed “Mariah Carey #1’s,” will feature the singer performing her 18 No. 1 singles, which include “We Belong Together,” “Hero” and “Vision of Love.” She is one of the all-time best-selling acts in music.
Carey’s announcement came after a so-so year for the multiplatinum, Grammy-winning star. Her latest album, “Me. I Am Mariah … The Elusive Chanteuse,” was a commercial flop and she was criticized for her vocal performance during her recent tour.
Carey, a judge on “American Idol” for one season and the mother of 3-year-old twins, is following in the steps of Britney Spears, Celine Dion and Shania Twain, who have performed their worldwide hits at Vegas residences.
Tickets for Carey’s show — on sale now — range from $55 to $250.
