On November 14, 1991, Bennett, chairman of Circus Circus, announced that he would be building an all new resort and casino adjacent to the Excalibur and Hacienda that would take the shape of an ancient Egyptian pyramid.
History Concept and Construction Concept Īfter the success of William Bennett's Excalibur, which opened on June 19, 1990, Circus Circus Enterprises wanted to expand their casino operations more on the Las Vegas Strip.