Audience Prop Turns Risky During Show (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – A visitor from Illinois has launched a civil suit against Harrah’s casino and entertainer Donny Osmond after a lighted prop allegedly struck her head during a Strip performance.[1][2]
Audience Prop Turns Risky During Show
Lighted balls flew through the crowd as part of the act on February 15, 2024, at Harrah’s showroom. Joanne Julkowski sat among the patrons when one of the props hit the back of her head. The venue maintained dim lighting at that moment, which the lawsuit claims hindered visibility and made it hard for attendees to dodge the objects.[1]
These interactive elements aimed to energize the audience but carried potential for harm, according to court documents. Julkowski’s attorneys argued that the balls could injure people upon impact. Harrah’s parent company, Caesars Entertainment, did not respond to requests for comment on the matter.
Lasting Health Impact Emerges
The blow caused significant damage to Julkowski’s right eye, resulting in retinal detachment. She underwent surgery to address the issue but now faces ongoing visual impairment. Head and neck pain compounded her troubles in the aftermath…