performing arts
Carson City local to perform Tuesday night on NBC's 'World of Dance'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 3:23pmEvent Date:
July 24, 2018 - 10:00pm
Local 16-year-old Ryan Maw from Carson City will be competing on NBC's "World of Dance" tonight Tuesday evening, at 10 pm. He will be on this last qualifiers episode with his tap dancing group called "Second to None."
Saturday's Levitt AMP Carson City concert series features soul, pop artist Remember Jones
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/10/2018 - 2:08pmEvent Date:
July 14, 2018 - 7:00pm
The Brewery Arts Center continues an unforgettable summer of free outdoor music under the stars in Carson City this Saturday when soul and pop giant Remember Jones takes the downtown Minnesota Street stage.
It's Your City: Sierra Nevada Ballet's steam punk spin on a Shakespeare classic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 2:20pm
In this week's edition of It's Your City host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Ananda Bena-Webber, director of the upcoming production of "A Midsummer Nights Dream: The Ballet" with featured performances at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, the Pioneer Center in Reno and the Carson City Community Center.
Nevada Governor’s Education to Workforce Summit targets 'LifeWorks' initiative
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 11:14amLAS VEGAS — The Nevada Department of Education and Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation are set to host the Governor’s Education to Workforce Summit Thursday, June 28, an event that aims to strengthen the education-to-workforce pipeline for the New Nevada economy.
2018 Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival features 'Macbeth' and 'Beehive The 60s Musical'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/22/2018 - 10:56am
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September 8, 2018 (All day) Imagine enjoying extraordinary entertainment while sitting under the stars on the white sand beach of Sand Harbor with the indescribable beauty of Lake Tahoe in the background.
Your dreams become reality at Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival with their expanded 2018 season, featuring "Macbeth," Shakespeare’s towering tragedy, and "Beehive The 60s Musical" an Off Broadway’s groovy retro-hit revue.
CHS senior Hannah Golik named semifinalist in U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/14/2018 - 4:21pm
CARSON CITY — Hannah Golik, a graduating senior at Carson High School, has been named one of 630 semifinalists in the 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 5,300 candidates expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2018.
UNR to award most-ever degrees through four Spring Commencement ceremonies
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 11:33am
The University of Nevada, Reno’s 128th Commencement will confer 3,137 degrees, the largest amount of degrees conferred in one semester. The commencement exercises will take place over four ceremonies in three days:
Carson’s Got Talent performer lineup announced
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 1:21pm
Carson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers of all ages and genres, has announced the competition lineup for its April 14 show that benefits Meals On Wheels.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: March 3 - 4
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 6:03pmEvent Date:
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I’m going to apologize right now. I can’t anticipate what this storm system will throw at us, so some of these planned events could get cancelled. One event that is never afraid of Mother Nature is the Downtown Carson City Wine Walk. Come rain, shine, or blizzard, you’ll find can sip, stroll, and discover starting at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Carson Hot Springs aren’t afraid of a little snow, and a special visit from Megan the Mermaid will make the icy hot experience more memorable. Keep reading to see what this slushy weekend has to offer.
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Carson’s Got Talent final audition is Tuesday; regional talent show benefits Meals on Wheels
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/18/2018 - 5:00amEvent Date:
February 20, 2018 - 6:00pm
Carson’s Got Talent, an evening extravaganza of regional talent, is holding a second audition for the April 14 show at Forever Dance, 1851 S. Roop Street in Carson City on Tuesday, Feb. 20. Check in is at 5 p.m. Auditions begin at 6 p.m. All ages and genres are invited to audition.
Carson City students from Wild Horse Children's Theater win national award at festival
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/12/2018 - 11:19am
Students from Wild Horse Children's Theater in Carson City won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Music at the 2018 Junior Theater Festival West, which was held this weekend at the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium and the Convention Center Complex.
Carson’s Got Talent auditions this Sunday, April show to benefit Meals on Wheels Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sat, 02/10/2018 - 2:51pm
Carson’s Got Talent, an evening extravaganza of regional talent, is holding auditions for the April show this Sunday, Feb. 11 at Forever Dance, 1851 S. Roop Street in Carson City. Check-in is at 9 a.m. Auditions begin at 10 a.m.
Carson City Art Gallery announces February artist of the month
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/27/2018 - 10:14amEvent Date:
February 2, 2018 - 4:00pm
Carson City Art Gallery features an artist of the month, as many of you already know.
Meet the artist and join us as we celebrate the art of Kortney Beth on Friday, Feb. 2 from 4 to 7:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Jan. 27 – 28
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/26/2018 - 3:31pmEvent Date:
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Sunny days in the fifties are okay for spring, but we still need some winter to come our way. Take advantage of the warmer weather during a Winter Hike along Carson Valley’s Pinion Trail with Muscle Powered. Song and dance kids will want to audition for the upcoming performance of ‘Willy Wonka, Jr.’ If you’re a fan of song, but possibly too old to join the Youth Theater Carson City cast, check out the monthly jam in Silver City at their historic School House. All instruments are welcome, in addition to vocalists and those who just want to listen.
Youth Theatre Carson City to hold auditions this Saturday for Willy Wonka, Jr.
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/24/2018 - 10:15amEvent Date:
January 27, 2018 - 10:00am
Youth Theatre Carson City will hold auditions for Willy Wonka, Jr., this Saturday at the Western Nevada Performing Arts Center. The show will run four performances, April 16-18 in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.
Kid-sized 'Peanutcracker' comes to Carson City this Friday and Saturday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 3:05pmEvent Date:
December 1, 2017 (All day)
“Peanutcracker – The Story In A Nutshell,” is a kid-sized version of the holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” told in 45-minutes by 50 local school school children. Performed by Sierra Nevada Ballet, there will be performances Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center.
TACH Presents World Music Award Night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/20/2017 - 4:39pm
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December 2, 2017 - 6:30pm TACH (Traditional Association for Cultural Harmony) a nonprofit organization founded by Internationally renowned musician Thakur Chakrapani Singh going to present ”World Music Award Night" on Dec. 2nd 2017 @ 6.30 PM at Center for Spiritual Living, 4685 Lakeside Drive, Reno, NV 89509
Updated Nevada Day Parade line up list and map
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/26/2017 - 3:30pm
Here is an updated parade list for all the entries in the Nevada Day Parade on Saturday. Note, there was a last-minute change in streets where the entries are supposed to line up that is different than the printed program. The change was made to accommodate some larger floats. Above is the line-up map, and the list is below:
Senator Square: Former Carson High School student returns to lead the One Up Club
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/22/2017 - 1:33am
Brooklyn Maw, herself a Carson High School graduate, has returned to lead the One Up Club at CHS. What does this say to the community of Carson City when a former student returns to become a positive influence at her alma mater, well it is the highest form of flattery and shows that CHS positively and lastingly impacts students’ lives.
Keith Alan Barnett at the Zen Den
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/31/2017 - 7:37am
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September 9, 2017 - 7:00pm Keith Alan Barnett will be performing in his first solo concert in the Zen Den at A to Zen in Carson City on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 7pm. Tickets are $5.00 at the door and you receive a credit in the store.
A real southern gentleman, Keith was born in Tulsa OK, and grew up in Tulsa, Dallas TX & Atlanta, GA. A guitar player & singer almost his whole life. His influences are varied - from Willie Nelson & the outlaws of the 70s to modern country and rock. His re-imaginings of your old favorites are sure to become your new favorites.
Increased taxable sales, lodging both good signs for Carson City economy
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 08/10/2017 - 7:18am
The economic climate of Carson City is following an upward trend, according to data released last month from the state of Nevada, as taxable sales revenue made significant gains over the past 12 months.
ART from UNR
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:01pm
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October 20, 2017 - 8:00am The Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its student exhibition, "ART from UNR", at the Community Development Building [the Brick], 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The Brick is open to the public daily, 8am – noon, 1-4pm. The free exhibition will remain in the building’s lobby exhibition space from July 11 through October 19.
Pioneer High School Graduation Highlights
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/02/2017 - 3:42pm
Dear Families, Fellow Educators, and Carson City Community Members: We are extending a heartfelt thanks to families, K-12 staff and administrators, district office staff, and members of our community, for helping our students achieve such an important milestone in their lives.
Friday, May 19: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/19/2017 - 6:10amEvent Date:
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Bike to work week comes to a close, and there is one heck of a party to celebrate. Leave a little extra time this morning to get to work safely, and get some free coffee if you're sporting a helmet. This evening, McFadden Plaza will be filled with riders, games, raffles, and music courtesy of the Whitehats. Stick close to downtown and you'll be rewarded with World Dance at Comma Coffee, or some laughs with Comedian Milt Abel at Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget.
FRIDAY: Bike to Work Day/Bike to Work Week
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 15 - 16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 2:56amEvent Date:
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Smack dab in the middle of April and the town is officially in its Spring thaw. Easter is on Sunday, so just about anywhere you go you’ll find the Bunny and an egg hunt. To make it easy, I’ve moved all of those events to their own everything Easter list HERE.
Thursday, April 13: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 10:04pmEvent Date:
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Strike a pose, Carson City, it’s the Nevada Library Association’s Snapshot Day. Try to swing by today to help your Library capture the many reasons we enjoy them; you may just find something new to explore. Carson High Performing Arts opens their show ‘Godspell’ tonight in the Community Center’s Bob Boldrick Theater. Break a leg to our young thespians; they’ll be performing Friday and Saturday, as well.
CHS Performing Arts presents production of 'Godspell' this Thursday through Saturday
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 9:48amEvent Date:
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Carson High School Performing Arts is proud to announce our upcoming production of "Godspell," the iconic and inspiring Broadway musical by three time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz, this Thursday through Saturday, April 13-15 at the Carson City Community Center.
Students can save money by attending WNC for first two years of college
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 9:40am
Wouldn’t your savings account look significantly better with at least several thousand dollars more in it? For students seeking higher education, there is one foolproof way to save thousands of dollars in the first two years of college: start at a junior college.
Gurf Morlix in Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/20/2017 - 1:52pm
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April 13, 2017 (All day) Gurf Morlix in Concert at the Silver City School House – Supports School House Community Center and Arts Programming
Thursday, April 13, 2017 - Silver City School House
Doors 6 pm, Show 7 pm
385 High St, Silver City, Nevada
$15-$25 Suggested Donation
RSVP REQUESTED
To RSVP and for information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/192357907923474/
or email: SilverCityLive@gmail.com
This concert supports the Silver City School House operations and music programming.
About Gurf Morlix
Gurf Morlix is touring in support of his new record The Soul and the Heal
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 18 – 19
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/17/2017 - 7:16pmEvent Date:
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Fingers crossed, we’ve got a few days without the wet stuff. This winter seems like the song that never ends. We received late word that Saturday's monthly Trash Mob has been canceled. The good news is there's a day-long music fest at the Carson Colony Gym on South Curry is fundraising for the DAPL Water Protectors. Music, art, cinema, comedy and more are on tap for this weekend. Take a look for all of your options.
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