9/19/2022
Performances and Artists
When audiences watch Nevada Ballet Theatre’s (NBT) performances of “Dracula,” they shouldn’t expect a delicate fairytale of tutu-clad princesses, notes répétiteur Dominic Walsh, who staged the production.
Instead, this gripping work by acclaimed choreographer Ben Stevenson portrays Bram Stroker’s chilling tale in a neoclassical style, Walsh says, which rejects whimsical frills and instead centers on expressive, fast-paced movements to give the ballet a contemporary feel.
9/9/2022
Performances and Artists /
Broadway Las Vegas
Costume designer Gabriella Slade beams when she recalls her eagerness to create eye-popping costumes for the mesmerizing musical “SIX.”
“I just loved the idea of Henry VIII’s wives being a contemporary pop band. That was enough for me,” Slade recalls with a laugh. “When I realized we were going to do contemporary and historical (costumes) paired together, that was a massive draw for me.”
9/7/2022
Performances and Artists
Her passion and talent gained rapid attention. Nnenna’s powerful vocal interpretations have led her to build a widespread fanbase, on top of performing at the White House and headlining at the Asia Pacific Economic Summit in front of hundreds of world leaders.
8/24/2022
Broadway Las Vegas /
Performances and Artists
Thanks to Morissette working closely with the musical’s creative team, the production fuses her electrifying melodies with groundbreaking theater elements, to portray the struggles and healing of fictional suburban family the Healys.
8/24/2022
Performances and Artists
Artists never know when their big breaks will come – and for Booker T. Jones, his arrived in the middle of a high-school algebra class.
Already a multi-instrumentalist known for playing at Memphis clubs, Jones was surprised to have his math class interrupted by his friend, producer David Porter. Porter passed along an urgent message: Stax Records needed a saxophone player for a recording session right away, and Jones could have the job, if he wanted.
8/17/2022
Performances and Artists
When Broadway veteran Heidi Blickenstaff learned she would star in hit musical “Jagged Little Pill” for its reopening on Broadway in 2021, she almost didn’t believe it.
“I never thought something like this would happen,” Blickenstaff says of leading such a powerful musical, chronicling the struggles and healing of suburban family the Healys. “It’s wildly precious.”
8/16/2022
Performances and Artists
During challenging times, a spark of imagination can lift the spirits – and Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) will present shows packed with fantastical thrills for its 2022-2023 season.
With ballets that range from haunting and mysterious to bright and whimsical, this season will offer entertaining shows with acrobatic performances, certain to enchant longtime NBT fans, as well as those new to ballet.
8/11/2022
Performances and Artists
Most people recognize the face of stage-and-screen star Alan Cumming – and it’s no wonder why.
While the Scottish performer got his start starring in productions at illustrious European theaters, his career rocketed after he crossed the Atlantic to America. Over the past three decades, Cumming has earned acclaim for his starring roles in theater, television and film – earning him two Tony Awards and making him a favorite among audiences of all ages.
7/31/2022
Performances and Artists
Most Southern Nevadans easily recognize the name David Perrico, a beloved Las Vegas band leader, musician, arranger and producer.
7/7/2022
Performances and Artists
Whether renowned violinist Lucia Micarelli plays toe-tapping fiddling, intense classical concertos or her singular blend of jazz and pop, she expresses each note with her whole body rocking and swaying. That’s why it was a shock for Micarelli to face a battle with her body nearly a decade ago.