Arts and Entertainment

Edgar Allan Poe stands alone in the flickering darkness of his mind, trying desperately to convince himself — and us — that he's not mad.

The spell Poe weaves brings us a highly theatrical adaptation of four tales Poe himself considered his best: "The Raven," "The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Pit and the Pendulum," and "The Tell-Tale Heart."

The historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad and Railway Commission in partnership with Rail Events, Inc. through Warner Brothers Consumer Products, Inc. is looking to cast additional actors and actresses for their annual production of “The Polar Express” train ride for the 2017 season.

Johnny Rockets 2nd Free Car Show.
Open to all makes, models, and years vehicles.
Saturday September 23rd at 4600 Snyder Ave.
South Carson.
Registration 9am
Show 9am to 3pm
Awards at 2pm
Contact 775-883-0927

They were known as “The Oak Ridge Quartet” when they were formed in 1945. The name change came in 1961 when they became “The Oak Ridge Boys.” Several members have come and gone over the years, but the mainstay of this group for the last 40 years are the first four men on the cover of this album.

The Pirates Are Coming! Pirate Invasion of the Carson Mall Saturday, September 16th, 11am - 5pm; Age of Discovery Productions presents A Pirate’s Life.

Captain Dogfish Briggins is a collector of all things colonial, Primitive, and Seaworthy. He has a private arsenal to make Pirate Lords green with envy, as he could outfit the whole crew. This Saturday at the Carson Mall, you can listen to the Captain’s tales, learn about the firearms, clothes and lifestyles of the era. Meet “Tova” the parrot, get your photo taken with her, and more, mateys!

Learn some watercolor basics in this two-day watercolor workshop focused on the landscape. Oct 14-15, 10am-4pm each day. Sponsored by Artsy Farty Creative Center & and Art Gallery. Taught by Colleen Reynolds, Western Nevada College Art Instructor. $180 (12 hours of instruction) ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED. Registration DEADLINE OCT 4! Sign up through Jeff Pace at 775-885-2787 or artsyfartsy111@gmail.com. Payment is required to confirm registration.

CARSON CITY – Teaching artists and ensembles of all disciplines are invited to apply to be included on the Nevada Arts Council’s 2019-2022 Artists in Schools + Communities Roster.

Johnny Rockets will be hosting their 2nd Free Car Show, Saturday, September 23rd. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. and goes till 3:00 p.m. Awards at 2:00 p.m. Open to all makes, models and year vehicles. Johnny Rockets is located at 4600 Snyder Ave, South Carson Street. For information: 775-883-0927

CARSON CITY, NV – The Nevada Recycles program has partnered with The Venetian and The Palazzo in Las Vegas to support a statewide recycled art contest to increase Nevadans’ awareness and interest in recycling. Entrants must be Nevada residents and projects must be composed of used recyclable materials. Submission of an entry form and photos of artwork are due by October 22, 2017.

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery as we celebrate the whimsical abstract styles of Pam Brekas. Her mixed medium's are gritty with texture and vibrant with color.
The gallery will be offering complimentary wines, beers, and bottled waters, as well as light appetizers for you to enjoy.

Beatles Flashback performs a concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sgt Peppers album at 7:00pm Sept 22 at Pipers Opera House in Virginia City.

They've performed at the the Peppermill for Hot August Nights (3 years running)and offer live Beatles music in a "no suits no wigs-just the good stuff" way.

They involve the audience and offer an energetic show that always offers a splendid time for all.

Tickets are $20 at Pipers Opera House, Red Dog Saloon,Corner Bar, on line at EventBrite and AT THE DOOR.

Eric Church wraps up the Summer Concert Series at Harveys Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena in Stateline, Nev., on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017.

The Young Dubliners and Cíana brought down the house Saturday night on the Minnesota Street Stage at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall parking lot, bringing the 2017 Levitt AMP Carson City Summer Concert Series to a close.

Summer is holding on for dear life, and sending a miniature heat wave our way for this long weekend. For those of you not in Black Rock City, the Carson City region offers plenty of recreation and entertainment. Downtown will be hopping with the Farmers Market, monthly Wine Walk, and this season’s last outdoor concert at the Brewery Arts Center – and that’s just Saturday! Keep reading for three days of good times.

SATURDAY:

The Gallery on Main in Genoa, NV will be holding an Artisans Market on their store patio this weekend. Local artisans will be selling their hand made one of a kind items. Stop by and see the many interesting items that will be offered.

The Brewery Arts Center will wrap up an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City this Saturday with the Young Dubliners and traditional Celtic band Cíana.

Local artists Deborah Stevenson and Deborah Foster collaborate to bring a vibrant new exhibit, The Power of Light, to the Nevada Artists Association Gallery (NAA) Sept. 10 – Oct. 20, 2017. Offering a fresh perspective and dazzling light, this exhibit showcases popular scenes such as Death Valley, Emerald Bay, and Pyramid Lake. The public is invited to attend a free reception with refreshments from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 14 at the NAA Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City. The gallery is open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and during wine walk.

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.

The historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad and Railway Commission in partnership with Rail Events, Inc. will hold auditions for their annual production of “The Polar Express” train ride for the 2017 season.

Proscenium Players, Inc. is having open auditions for the upcoming production Love Sick by John Cariani.

Love/Sick consists of 9 scenes about love and loss -- but mostly loss. Each scene tells the story of a couple at the crossroads of their relationship.

Casting for this show is a minimum of 2 Men and 2 Women between the ages of 20-65, with a maximum cast of 9 Men and 9 Women.

Attention musicians! The Carson City Symphony will begin rehearsals for the 2017-18 concert season on Wednesday, August 30, 7 to 9:15 p.m., at the Carson High School band room, 1111 N. Saliman Road in Carson City.

Gail Rogers of Gail's Earthly Creations in Minden will be the featured artist of the month for September at Carson City Art Gallery in downtown Carson City.

You’ll see some pretty interesting vehicles on the road these next few days, as travelers from all over head to Burning Man. If you aren’t off to the Playa yourself, there will be plenty of fun around town to keep you and your family occupied. The second annual Family Fun Day in Mills Park is your best bet for kids of all ages. This week’s free concert at Brewery Arts Center features the Dusty Green Bones. Don’t forget your dancing shoes; they’re sure to keep you on your feet.

SATURDAY:

Sea Glass Wire Wrapping with Jo Ann Grace
Thursday, September 7, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost is $40 and all supplies are included.
This is a beginning class, no experience is necessary.
We will use beautiful sea glass gathered from beaches in Bermuda, Mexico and other locations.
Seating is limited to 6 students.
Sign up at Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery at 405 N Nevada Street, Carson City.
The Creative Center is located at 220 A West Telegraph Street

Dance at the Carson City Senior Center, Friday, September 1, 6-9pm. Doors open at 5:45pm. Admission is $5.00/person, open to all ages. Light refreshments served. Enjoy the music of Don & Nadine!

Carson City Library, Carson City Parks and Recreation Department, and Southwest Gas are teaming up to host a BOO-NANZA with trick or treating, STEAM activities, a costume contest, spooky decorations, and a movie!

This event will be held on Wednesday, October 25 from 4-6 PM at the Community Center, Library, and Aquatic Facility. BOO-NANZA is a free, safe, and spooky environment for children to participate in Halloween fun. The first 100 participants will receive a bag to use for trick or treating.

The Brewery Arts Center will continue an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City. It’s time again to grab your family, friends and neighbors and head on down to Brewery Arts Center, Carson City's newest community treasure, and enjoy this week’s family-friendly free outdoor concert, Dusty Green Bones Band and The Cherry Pickers.

These photos are from Emily Carrasco who moved to Carson City recently from Oakland, Calif., and is thoroughly enjoying exploring all that Nevada has to offer and all of the beauty it encompasses. She especially loves the thunderstorms and wild horses.

It’s official! Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center is a success. Hundreds of people have come out to enjoy the community atmosphere, as well as the variety that Carson City’s Food Trucks offer. The BAC creates a long table so families and friends can get to know their neighbors as they break bread.

“When you share food with each other, you build trust, you build community and that is one of the things people enjoy about it”, says BAC Production Manager Jeffrey Fast.

Come on down to the flea market for a great time and find lots of treasures. We have the indoor market once a month inside the big metal building at Fuji Park Carson City across from Costco on Old Clear Creek Road. We are open Sat. Sept 9 From 8-4 and Sunday 9-4. Admission is $1 for adults and kids are free under 18. Lots of parking. We feature lots of great vendors selling knives, food, crafts, antiques, collectibles and jewelry and so much more. You never know what you will find. But you will have a good time.