9/4/2019
Performances and Artists
Ever battle with insecurity, or worry about flubbing at work? Imagine living as a high-profile solo violinist like acclaimed virtuoso Francesca Dego, whose life since the age of 7 has involved a whirlwind of international competitions and performances at leading venues around the world.
8/30/2019
Education and Outreach
That’s because during each school day — plus two hours after school, as well as during school holidays and summer vacations — Benavides does the same thing: He helps the several hundred students in his mariachi program practice, rehearse and hone their skills.
8/28/2019
Performances and Artists
When most people think of the catchiest tunes from the ‘50s and ‘60s, odds are good that they remember hits by The Everly Brothers. With a dazzling career that spanned over half a century, their stirring, two-part harmony churned out 21 studio albums that topped the Billboard charts and broadly influenced the path of American rock ‘n’ roll.
8/23/2019
Performances and Artists
Grammy-nominated vocalist Alice Smith remains well on her way to becoming a household name, with her soulful and heart-wrenching vocals dominating renditions of pop, jazz and R&B tunes — including her fiery originals that captivate audiences nationwide.
8/19/2019
Performances and Artists
Of all the classical pieces penned by Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky, his most famous originated from a deeply personal connection. His evocative work “Pictures at an Exhibition” was inspired by the vibrant works at an art exhibition honoring the death of his close friend and fellow Russian, painter Vladimir Hartmann.
8/14/2019
Education and Outreach / Family Programming
Special Performance of Broadway Musical Designed for Audiences with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
8/12/2019
Family Programming
For Nicole Neal, taking her 6-year-old daughter to performances at The Smith Center serves as much more than just entertainment. Many of the shows provide fun learning opportunities, including reading the literary source material together beforehand, or discussing music and characters afterward. “That really helps build a connection,” the Las Vegas mother says.
8/12/2019
Family Programming / Performances and Artists
Without a doubt, Americans gained true gems of wisdom from watching television’s messiest game show, “Double Dare” on Nickelodeon. Featuring tenacious children competing in brain-tickling trivia and deliciously disgusting stunts, the long-running series that taped over 500 episodes made an art of Slime soaking, pie plastering and booger busting.
8/9/2019
Supporting the Arts
Fanfare! Offers Affinity Group for Those with a Passion for the Arts
8/7/2019
Community Impact / Education and Outreach
Ever since classical concerts first captivated James Wang as a child, he has sought ways to involve the arts in his life. This passion drove Wang to participate in The Smith Center’s Student Ambassador program, engaging younger generations with special performing-arts experiences.