Strip Legend �Merlin the Magician� Doug Baker Retires This Saturday After 6,000+ Performances

Las Vegas Strip entertainment icon Doug Baker is hanging up his wizard�s wand after 13 years of playing Merlin the Magician in �King Arthur�s Tournament� and �Tournament of Kings� at Excalibur. Baker has more than 6,000 performances under his belt, bringing to life the beloved legend for more than 4,000,000 people over the run of the two shows. Baker is leaving his mythical role behind to continue his teaching and directorial career within the Las Vegas valley.

WHO: Doug �Merlin� Baker

WHAT: Retiring after 13 years of magical performances at the Castle

WHEN: Saturday, November 1, 2003, 8:30 pm

WHERE: Excalibur Hotel/Casino � King Arthur�s Arena

PHOTOS: Cameras are welcome at the historic final performance

INTERVIEW OPS: Doug Baker; Mike Hartzell, Director of Entertainment

MORE: �Tournament of Kings� will continue performances with Russ Benton portraying mystical �Merlin.� Performances are 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm nightly. Tickets are priced at $43.95 plus taxes. Call for reservations: 597-7600

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Media Contact: Mimi Tilton Excalibur Hotel/Casino +1 702-597-7500