Cultural Entertainment in Las Vegas
2004
Through February 28
* Eastside/Westside: Overcoming a Segregated Environment, 1940
- 1960
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*Viewing hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 7:30 pm, Saturdays
*9:00 am - 5:00 pm
This historical photo exhibit, curated by Frank Wright in 1994,
depicts the evolution of the "Westside" of Las Vegas
when Black workers at Basic Magnesium during World War II were
forced to create a segregated community in an area which lacked
essential services but offered low rents as well as a vibrant
and religious and social life. For more information call Diane
Bush at 455 - 8239.
February 3 -4 - Film captioned for the hearing-impaired.
*The Celluloid Closet (1995)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
A hilarious and poignant documentary examining the history of
homosexuality through the history of cinema. Directors Rob Epstein
and Jeffrey Friedman have amassed an impressive collage of clips
and images from hundreds of films-many of which were misunderstood
at the time of their release. Narrated by a serious Lily Tomlin,
the film is an entertaining and fascinating look at cinema's
historical treatment of the issue. First in the series The Celluloid
Closet; introduced by critic Anthony Allison. Rated R, 102 minutes.
February 11
*Parting Glances (1986)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
Steve Buscemi gives arguably his best performance in Bill Sherwood's
touching drama. Centered around a couple played by Richard Ganoung
and John Bolger, the film works as a sort of time capsule for
the gay experience of the early 1980s, when AIDS first entered
the general consciousness. A funny and heartbreaking look at
a difficult time. Part of the Out of the Celluloid Closet series,
introduced by critic Anthony Allison. Not rated, 90 minutes.
Not recommended for children. This film is not available with
captions for the hearing impaired.
February 15
*Jazz Performance
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*2:00 p.m. - $15 general, $10 seniors/children under 12, $7 Jazz
Society members
An Outstanding Jazz Combo Co-sponsored by the Las Vegas Jazz
Society.
February 20
*The Cerberus Trio
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:30 p.m. - $7 general, $5 seniors and students
Byron Tauchi, violin; Andrew Smith, cello; and Mycola Suk, piano,
all faculty members at UNLV, comprise Nevada's foremost piano
trio;
two of its members were two-thirds of the well-regarded Mariposa
Trio. They will perform a trio by 20th Century Italian composer
Ildebrando Pizzetti, Beethoven's Trio in B-Flat Major, Op. 11
and at least one other piece.
February 21
*Performing Arts Society Concert
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod o Call 658-6741 for advance tickets
*2:30 p.m. o $10
The area's finest singers perform favorites.
February 24 - 25 Film captioned for the hearing impaired.
*Beautiful Thing (1996)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
Hettie MacDonald's film follows two British teens, Jamie (Glenn
Berry) and Ste (Scott Neal), neighbors who slowly realize they're
gay, falling in love with each other in the process. The critically
acclaimed romantic drama depicts an awkward situation with a
degree of sweetness and sincerity that keeps it from getting
melodramatic. With a cast full of colorful characters, the film
is a memorable coming-of-age tale. Part of the Out of the Celluloid
Closet series, introduced by critic Anthony Allison. Rated R,
90 minutes.
February 28
*Firewater
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*2:00 p.m. - $5
A staged reading of a new play about the impact of one shrinking
town's decision to open an Indian casino on the lives of the
people
themselves, written by Donald Lewis, a resident playwright at
Chicago Dramatists, presented by Asylum Theater Company and
Clark County.
March Events
March 2 - Film captioned for the hearing-impaired.
March 3
*Urbania (2000)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
Dan Futterman stars in John Shear's dark independent drama.
Atmospheric lighting and grainy digital video set the tone as
we are introduced to Charlie, a gay man in New York City dealing
with the loss of a loved one. The film is mysterious and edgy,
punctuated by surprising moments of revelation, as we slowly
learn the source of Charlie's sorrow and the reason for his
nihilism and desperation. Though not always easy to watch, it
is a fascinating look at solitude and depression. Part of the
Out of the Celluloid Closet series, introduced by critic Anthony
Allison. Rated R, 103 minutes.
March 10
*Big Eden (2000)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
Thomas Bezucha's wistful film tells the story of Henry Hart
(Arye Gross), a gay New York City artist revisiting the fictional
town of Big Eden, Montana. Having grown up there, Henry is
weary of discussing his sexuality with townsfolk he's known
since childhood, but when he meets Pike (Eric Schweig), he
can't keep his feelings secret. The surprise comes when the
town tries to insure that Henry and Pike end up together.
A warm, intelligent film that works because its characters
are so likeable. Last in the Out of the Celluloid Closet series,
introduced by critic Anthony Allison. Rated PG-13, 114 minutes.
This film is not available with captions for the hearing impaired.
March 14
*Nevada Jazz Orchestra - The Latin
Connection
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340
*2:00 p.m. o $15 general, $10 seniors/children under 12, $7
Jazz *Society members
The most exciting jazz orchestra in Nevada adds congas and
tackles Afro-Cuban and South American jazz. Co-sponsored by
the Las Vegas Jazz Society.
March 26
*Utah State University Electric
Guitar Ensemble
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $15 general, $10 seniors/children under 12, $7
Guitar *Society, Jazz Society members
Performing everything from bluegrass to jazz. Co-sponsored
by the Guitar Society of Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Jazz Society
and Clark County.
March 27
*Performing Arts Society Concert
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - Call 658-6741 for advance tickets
*2:30 p.m. - $10
The area's finest singers perform favorites.
March 27
*Extreme Thing
*Desert Breeze Skate Park
*Skatepark Locator
*8275 Spring Mountain Rd. o 455-8200
One of the biggest underground scenes will again unite and
join forces, gathering the greatest bands in the industry
for this massive event. With support from TJ Lavin, Fox Sports
Net and many other industry players, we bring you ExtremeThing,
a full day of National Ska/Punk acts performing on two main
stages, with local and new national bands, extreme games,
professional skate/bmx exhibitions on site, hip hop dj's,
world class breakdancers, and many more, performing live throughout
the day, plus many food vendors and drinks of all type.
April Events April 2, 3 & April 9,10
*Winchester Center Theater
*Seascapes
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340 o $10
April 2 & 9 - 8:00 p.m. - April 3 & 10 - 2:00 p.m.
A new play which won the national 2003 Mill Mountain
New Play Contest, written by East Coast playwright Andrea
Stolowitz and presented by Asylum Theater.
April 2 - 4
*Fifteenth Invitational Native American
Arts Festival
*Clark County Museum
*1830 S. Boulder Highway o 455-7955
*9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Adult $3, Senior/Child $2
A three-day program highlighting the history and artistry
of Native American arts, crafts, and cultures. Featured are
guest artist demonstrations, dance and music performances,
lectures and films, fry bread and other Native American foods,
and a Native American Arts and Crafts Market under tents where
visitors may purchase directly from the artists. Fashions,
food, and fun for all. April 6 - Film captioned for the hearing-impaired.
April 7
*Woman of the Year (1942)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
George Stevens' comedy paired Katharine Hepburn with Spencer
Tracy for the first time, launching one of the greatest on
and off screen partnerships in Hollywood history. Hepburn
is the haughty, famous political columnist brought down to
size by Tracy's humble, down-to-earth sports reporter. A fascinating
look at attitudes toward feminism, marriage and the battle
of the sexes, 1940s-style. Not rated. 112 minutes. First in
the Wonder Woman film series. Introduced by critic Anthony
Allison.
April 8 - 11
*Clark County Fair
*Logandale, NV - (888) 876-FAIR
"Hop On Over To The Clark County Fair" is the theme
for this event that attracts more than 60,000 visitors each
year. Rodeo concert performances, carnival rides, live stock
exhibits, a 4H Horse Show, exhibitors and vendors make for
a great day at the Fair. Fun for the whole family! If you
are interested in more information or details on how to be
a vendor at the 2004 fair please visit the Clark County Fair
website: ccfair.com April 13 - Film captioned for the hearing-impaired.
April 14
*Sorry, Wrong Number (1948)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. o $3
In this truly scary film noir, Barbara Stanwyck gives a bravura,
Oscar-nominated performance as a bedridden woman who overhears
a telephone conversation between two murderers and realizes
she's their intended victim. Anatole Litvak's film of Lucille
Fletcher's suspenseful radio thriller also stars Burt Lancaster.
Not rated. 89 minutes. Part of the Wonder Women film series.
Films introduced by critic Anthony Allison.
April 17
*Clark County Children's Festival
*Winchester Park and Cultural Center
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340
*10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Free admission, minimal fees for some activities and food.
Bringing smiles to children and parents for more than ten
years. Expect great music, dance and more entertainment in
the park plus a special show in our indoor theater at Noon
and 1:30 p.m. Hands-on arts and craft workshops for the kids,
chalk art, print art, jewelry-making, spin art and face painting
while supplies last. Carnival-style kiddie attractions, free
bounce houses for the young ones, historical re-enactments,
food and beverage vendors and more.
April 18
*An Outstanding Jazz Combo Co-sponsored
by the Las Vegas Jazz Society
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340
*2:00 p.m. o $15 general, $10 seniors/children under 12, $7
Jazz Society members
April 24
*International Food & Folklife
Festival of Southern Nevada
*Clark County Amphitheater
*500 S. Grand Central Parkway o 455-8242
*11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. o Free
For the fourth year at the Clark County Amphitheater, this
long-time community event offers food from more than 15 countries,
traditional music and dance performances on two stages, handmade
ethnic crafts and a children's craft and activity area. Co-sponsored
by Clark County and the International Festival Association.
April 24
*The Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz
Festival
*Desert Breeze Park
*8275 Spring Mountain Rd. 455-8200
*Tickets and times TBA
This annual event brings some of the best voices of jazz to
Las Vegas. Make a day of it at Desert Breeze and enjoy the
jazz, great food and merchandise.
April 24
*Performing Arts Society Concert
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - Call 658-6741 for advance tickets
*2:30 p.m. - $10
The area's finest singers perform favorites.
April 25
*El Día de los Niños
*Clark County Amphitheater
*500 S. Grand Central Parkway o 455-8242
*Noon - 4:00 p.m. - Free
Celebrate children and families with performances, games,
activities, information and food. Co-sponsored by Clark County,
the Reynaldo L.Martinez Institute and the Las Vegas-Clark
County Library District. April 27 - Film captioned for the
hearing-impaired.
April 28
*Now, Voyager (1942)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
Bette Davis stars in Irving Rapper's full-blooded romance
about a frumpy Boston spinster who blooms under therapy with
Claude Rains and finds bittersweet love on a South American
cruise with Paul Henreid, whose suave two-cigarette trick
melted hearts across the globe. Max Steiner won an Oscar for
his lush musical score. Not rated. 117 minutes. Part of the
Wonder Woman film series. Introduced by critic Anthony Allison.
May Events May 4 - Film captioned for the hearing-impaired.
May 5
*Mildred Pierce (1945)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. - $3
Joan Crawford won an Oscar for her powerful performance in
Michael Curtiz's nourish adaptation of James M. Cain's novel
about a housewife turned waitress who becomes a successful
restaurateur but competes with her own daughter (Ann Blyth)
for the love of playboy Zachary Scott. Not rated. 109 minutes.
Part of the Wonder Woman film series. Introduced by critic
Anthony Allison.
May 8, 22 and June 5, 19
*Jazz in the Park
*Clark County Amphitheater
*500 S. Grand Central Parkway - 455-8242
*8:00 p.m. - Free
This coming May, 2004 marks the tenth year of free, nationally
known jazz performers at the Clark County Government Center
Amphitheater. A partial list includes Kenny Burrell, Marlena
Shaw, Nicholas Payton, Lew Tabackin, Christian McBride, Kenny
Garrett, Patricia Barber, Ernie Watts, Eddie Gomez, Terence
Blanchard, Charlie Hunter, Dave Holland, and the incomparable
Dee Dee Bridgewater. Watch for more information on the 2004
series.
May 12
*Adam's Rib (1949)
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*7:00 p.m. -$3
The sixth and funniest of the Hepburn/Tracy movies, George
Cukor's sparkling, battle-of-the-sexes comedy has the pair
as husband and wife lawyers on opposing sides of an attempted
murder case. The off-screen lovers' on-screen chemistry was
never better. Yet newcomer Judy Holliday nearly upstages them
both as the accused would be husband killer. Not rated. 100
minutes. Last in the Wonder Women film series. This film is
not available with captions for the hearing impaired.
May 16
*Mi Son Guajiro
*Sunset Park - 455-8200
*2601 E. Sunset Rd.
Celebrate Latin culture with music, song, dance and ethnic
food during this Sunday event. Enjoy nationally known bands,
great food, salsa dance lessons, and entertainment for children
while learning about the Latino culture. Admission and times
TBA.
May 23
*Nevada Jazz Orchestra
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - 455-7340
*2:00 p.m. - $15 general, $10 seniors/children under 12, $7
Jazz Society members
Some have called it the finest jazz orchestra on the West
Coast. Its final concert of the season. Co-sponsored by the
Las Vegas Jazz Society.
May 29
*Performing Arts Society Concert
*Winchester Center Theater
*3130 S. McLeod - Call 658-6741 for advance tickets
2:30 p.m. - $10
*The area's finest singers perform
favorite songs.
June 12
*3rd Annual "Reggae in the
Desert" Festival
Clark County Amphitheater
*500 S. Grand Central Parkway - 455-8200 for ticket and general
information
Reggae music has traveled across the continents from its birthplace
in Jamaica, spreading the message "out of many, one people."
Now you too, can come enjoy the mystic sounds of various Rastafarians,
as well as food and drink vendors and craft sales. Admission
and times will be available online at www.reggaeinthedesert.com
The Clark County Department of Parks & Community Services
welcomes the participation of individuals with disabilities
and fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act
by making reasonable accommodations to encourage participation
in programs, events and activities. TDD services for hearing
impaired are available by calling 1-800-326-6863.
Gallery Exhibits
Through February 1, 2004
*"Women and Flight" Exhibit
Clark County Museum
*1830 S. Boulder Highway - 455-7955
*9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
*Adult $1.50 o Senior/Child $1
[Krista_Bonino.jpg (41114 bytes)] Women are now involved in
every aspect of aviation. Seventy-five black and white photographs
from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services
reveal dramatic images of women in flight; journeying cross-country,
battling forest fires, and exploring space. Each woman's story
is told in her own words, in text juxtaposed with the photographs,
offering vivid demonstrations of personal courage, historical
progress and accomplishment.
January 16 - February 28, 2004
*"Eastside/Westside: Overcoming
a Segregated Environment 1940 - 1960*
*Winchester Center Gallery
*3130 S. McLeod o 455-8239 for exhibit information
*Gallery hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saturday,
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
*Reception: Friday, January 16, 2004 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30
p.m.
This 1994 historical photo exhibit, curated by Frank Wright,
depicts the evolution of the "Westside" of Las Vegas
when Black workers at [KHistMo.jpg (74626 bytes)] Basic Magnesium
during World War II were forced to create a segregated community
in an area which lacked essential services but offered low
rents. A vibrant religious and social life developed, and
many famous Black entertainers found a haven there when the
hotels at which they performed denied them rooms. Courtesy
of the Nevada State Historical Society.
February 2 - March 25, 2004
*"Dragan Milev" leather
and clay sculpture
*Clark County Government Center Rotunda
*Viewing hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Artists' reception: Thursday, February 5 o Noon - 2:00 p.m.
This talented artist creates figurative sculpture and vessels
that appear like earthenware, all from beautifully manipulated
leather.
February 14 - June 20
*Celebration of Basketweaving Exhibit
*Clark County Museum
*1830 S. Boulder Highway - 455-7955
*9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
*Adult $1.50, Senior/Child $1
Forty baskets and twenty photographs combine in this exhibit
from the Arizona Commission On The Arts to present the central
role baskets and basket weaving have played among Arizona's
Native American people. As weavers combine natural fibers
in their baskets, the past meets the future, art merges with
utility, and the spiritual and material worlds unite. Portraits
of the weavers with their baskets are complemented by personal
quotes, allowing the weavers to reaffirm their traditions
and provide insight into the strength and diversity of Basket
weaving heritage.
March 12 - May 8, 2004
"Watercolors" by Barrie Cooke Folsom
* Winchester Center Gallery
* Gallery hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Saturday,
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
* Artist's reception: Friday, March 12, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30
p.m.
* Large and fanciful watercolors of Red Rock National Conservation
Area by Blue Diamond artist, Barrie Cooke-Folsom. This artist
paints the mountains in her backyard in an almost psychedelic
style reminiscent of the 1920's watercolor artist, Charles
Birchfield. April 12 - May 21, 2004
* "E- Pluribus Artis" The County's sixth annual
invitational sculpture exhibition Clark County Government
Center Rotunda
*Viewing hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Artist's reception: Friday April 16 - Noon - 2:00 p.m.
This exhibition of three-dimensional artworks gives the County
a chance to discover new artists to the area, as well as anyone
else who has the right stuff.
www.accessclarkcounty.com
The famous jazz artist, Monk Montgomery,
founded the Las Vegas Jazz Society in 1975. His passion for
the arts and fellow musicians motivated him to acknowledge the
many accomplished musicians performing in Las Vegas night spots.
The Society also takes pride in establishing the Nevada Jazz
Orchestra, composed of some of the finest musicians. Nevada
Jazz Orchestra (NJO) is composed of 18 members and was created
to showcase the talented musicians performing in a series of
concerts each year.
Members support the LVJS and their jazz educational program
and scholarships offered at the Community College of Southern
Nevada in keeping jazz alive! One of the benefits of becoming
a member of the Las Vegas Jazz Society is the discounted price
on performances at local nightclubs.
Music Director, Harold Weller, and the
members of the Las Vegas Philharmonic are celebrating their
5th anniversary. Music lovers from the Las Vegas Valley have
been supporting the orchestra and many of the concerts this
season are predicted to have a "sold out" season.
The Las Vegas Philharmonic began on the 4th of July in 1998.
It launched the classical music scene in Las Vegas, which has
inspired a new cultural dimension for the residents in the Las
Vegas Valley. The Las Vegas Philharmonic is co-founded by Music
Director, Harold Weller, and Susan and Andrew Tompkins who have
been long-time supporters of the arts in Las Vegas.
In May of 1999, the Philharmonic achieved artistic credibility
with a stunning performance of the complex and demanding Gustav
Mahler's Second "Resurrection" Symphony. Civic leaders'
determination was instrumental in bringing about what is known
today as "The Las Vegas Philharmonic. Efforts to offer
quality musical performances were the driving force stemming
from their belief that southern Nevada needed and appreciated
The Las Vegas Philharmonic's music.
Internationally acclaimed guest artists have performed regularly
with the Las Vegas Philharmonic with a high level of excellence.
During the past three seasons, the Las Vegas Philharmonic Orchestra
has gone beyond their greatest expectations and has earned the
respect of their critics.
The Philharmonic has led by example in promoting the music arts
to more than 20,000 students in the Clark County School District
each year. Their dedication to inspire young musicians with
a cultural outreach program has been their top priority. The
Las Vegas Philharmonic has proven to the world that there's
a diverse cultural side to Las Vegas that deserves recognition.
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