Brewery Arts Center celebrates Carson City region's talent with 'Evening with the Divas'

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, is thrilled to announce the line-up for their fundraiser “Evening with the Divas”, a once in a lifetime event in which four great talents take the stage at the Performance Hall for one incredible evening.

The BAC has enlisted the talent of some of the area's finest vocalists as they join together to raise money to support the various programs of the Brewery Arts Center. Cindy Sabatini, Christian Bourne, Khalilah Smith and Misty Rea will be gracing the Performance Hall Stage for one night only. Accompanied by the Phreemium, KD Sound, with special guests from Yaples Ballroom and hosted by the talented Kat Simmons, this will be an event of extraordinary talent.

“The BAC is about celebrating artists and the artistic community and we are very fortunate that these incredible performers have agreed to donate their talents to help us further that cause”, says Gina Lopez Hill the Executive Director of the BAC, “I’m such a big fan of all of them and they are so amazing, I guarantee one of the best events we’ve ever done."

The 2019 Divas are:

— Cindy Sabatini who has a passion for music and has performed in or musically directed theater productions in the Reno/Sparks/Carson City/Lake Tahoe area since moving here in 1998.

Her diverse musical background includes productions in 6 states, vocalist in classical, jazz, religious, and rock groups. Some favorite roles include Fanny Brice in "Funny Girl," Rizzo in "Grease", Sally Bowles in "Cabaret," Aldonza in "Man of La Mancha" and Ursula in "The Little Mermaid."

She currently is vocalist for two big bands — DG Kicks Band and the Let’s Dance Band — a member of the Reno Philharmonic Chorus and had the thrill of performing at Carnegie Hall! Cindy also teaches private voice and piano at “It’s All About Music” school.

She feels very blessed to have full-time employment in the music field, as Director of Worship & Music Ministries at Sparks United Methodist Church.

— Christina Bourne who was named Miss Nevada 2003 and represented our state at the Miss America Pageant. Christina obtained a Bachelors degree and Masters degree in music education from the University of Nevada, Reno.

She is currently in her 18th year teaching, and teaches general music, choir, and band at Mark Twain Elementary School in Carson City. Christina Bourne was named Carson City School District’s Teacher of the Year in 2009 and the Carson City Rotary Teacher of the Year in 2010.

She was also awarded the Light of Education Award in 2011, and most recently named Mark Twain Elementary School’s teacher of the year for 2017. Her work in volunteerism was recognized in 2003 when she was awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award in Washington, D.C. by President George W. Bush.

— Khalilah Cage is a Reno resident and a UNR Alumnus. She is a married and a mother of two children, ages 9 and 7. She is the co-founder of Shim’s Surplus Supplies Co and also the co-creator and host of “iamher” podcast which hopes to ask questions about life and create conversations amongst its listeners.

In 2019 Khalilah started her stylist business, “Styled by Kiki Cage” to help women look and feel empowered by discovering their true style. In addition, Khalilah has been singing professionally for the last 10 years. She recently joined the Board of Directors of Artown in order to further support the arts in her community.

— Misty Rea is a captivating entertainer and powerhouse vocalist. She has a 40 year stage career with a soulful and passionate style that captivates and inspires. She delivers an engaging musical experience featuring a variety of soul-compelling classical standards, jazz greats and contemporary hits.

The event is Saturday, Nov. 2 doors open at 6 p.m. for silent auction, libations and Moondance Chocolates, the theater opens at 6:30 p.m. for seating and the performance begins at 7 p.m. in the Performance Hall at 511 West King Street. Go here for ticket information.

Thank you for your support!
 For more info call the Brewery Arts Center office at 775-883-1976.