Richard Marx

Richard Marx is among the countless old-school entertainers reintroducing themselves to today's pop culture, from his promo for TNT's "Leverage" (with the "Right Here Waiting" theme song), to various appearances on talk shows and comments about "American Idol" that are getting him Google searches. And while the flames are still hot, Marx will pull out his platinum-selling songs for this gig.

Why go: Blue Chip Casino is more than gambling, thanks to its Stardust Event Center.

Reconsider: You would rather spend your time and money at the nearby Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets.

Details: 8 p.m. Saturday at Blue Chip Casino, 777 Blue Chip Drive, Michigan City, Ind.; $30-$55; 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com