Smith Center Blog

Supporting the Arts

Donor Profile: Kris Engelstad McGarry

The reality of nonprofits is that they directly rely on its benefactors to help support the organization in its efforts within the community. At The Smith Center our mission to provide high-quality performing arts and education for all is directly impacted and furthered by our gracious donors who give not only financially, but also their time. One such friend of the center is Kris Engelstad McGarry.

Performances and Artists / Inside the Theater

Glancing at Giselle – A Historical Look at the Ballet

Giselle hails from classical ballet’s “Romantic Era” that joined the roster of ballets known as “Ballet Blanc” (also known as the great white ballets) such as Les Sylphides, La Sylphide and Swan Lake.

Discovering The Smith Center

Irises Bloom at The Smith Center

Visitors to The Smith Center will notice that it is decorated with many beautiful patterns and motifs. One significant design element is the iris. Stylized images of iris blooms, such as those inlayed in the colorful frieze in our Founders Room, recall our namesakes, Fred W. Smith and his late wife, Mary (1939-2010).

Donor Q&A: Jody Ghanem

Of The Smith Center’s valued donors, few have a background story quite like Jody Ghanem. Not only was she one of the famous Rockettes – high kicking in New York City and beyond – she also owns Radio City Pizza, a popular Fremont Street eatery.

Discovering The Smith Center

In the LEED on Earth Day

The Smith Center was planned, designed and constructed with the goal of being as environmentally friendly and sustainable as possible. These efforts have garnered a LEED Gold certification in building design and construction, a prestigious architectural distinction.

Supporting the Arts / Community Impact

Admiring a Team Member: Administrative Assistant Rebecca Boyd

This week marks Administrative Professionals Week. As a busy organization with many moving parts, The Smith Center relies daily on a number of excellent administrative assistants. Each has tremendous skills and plays a vital role in the success of the company and what we offer the community. One such colleague is Rebecca Boyd.

Education and Outreach

Clark County Students Share Disney Musicals on Stage

On the evening of March 9, Reynolds Hall was transformed into both a forest and a desert when The Smith Center’s Disney Musicals in Schools program held its 2015 Student Share Celebration.