Musical
Senator Square: CHS science fiction, fantasy interclass writing competition yields winners
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/25/2018 - 1:32amWhat a blast it is to participate in competitive endeavors and events, whether the competitors be children or world class champions, whether the challenge be a sporting event or a writing competition.
Carson’s Got Talent performer lineup announced
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 1:21pmCarson’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.
Senator Square: Carson High School students perform well at Nevada State Thespian Festival
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/18/2018 - 2:07amCarson High School Theatre Arts teacher Andie Wilkerson and her students earned multiple awards from the Nevada State Thespian Festival last weekend.
Mormon Tabernacle Choir 2018 Easter Concert live-streamed March 23
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/17/2018 - 8:46amThe community is invited to sing Messiah along with choir, orchestra and world-class soloists during the live-stream Mormon Tabernacle Choir 2018 Easter Concert on Friday, March 23 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, located at 411 N. Saliman Road in Carson City.
A pre-concert feed starts at 6 p.m. The full live-stream event begins at 6:30 p.m.
A snowy Friday in Carson City: Live music, comedy, and the kick-off to St. Pat’s
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/16/2018 - 5:56amWinter may be showing up fashionably late, but she was certain to make an entrance. Schools in Carson City are closed due to the snowfall we received last night, but Carson Valley and Lyon County schools will be open. For the kids of Youth Theater Carson City: the show must go on.
Brewery Arts Center presents 'Evening with the Divas' fundraiser celebrating area talent
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/09/2018 - 4:57pmThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, is thrilled to announce its newest fundraiser, "Evening with the Divas," a once in a lifetime event.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: March 10 – 11
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/09/2018 - 3:27pmThis weekend may feel like it goes by a little quicker than usual, and it’s not your imagination. In the wee hours of Sunday morning we spring forward into Daylight Savings Time. The Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada is teaming up with NDOT and the Head Injury Association of N. NV for a Brain Safety Day and free bicycle helmet giveaway. Join up with our Parks and Recreation Department for a guided walk at Riverview Park. The Experimental Aircraft Association is holding a Young Eagles event today, so if your kid loves airplanes, you won’t want to miss it.
Scottish folk music with acclaimed duo this Saturday at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 1:10pmThe Brewery Arts Center Celtic Series goes Scottish this Saturday as folk music by the acclaimed duo Alan Reid and Rob van Sante take center stage at Maizie Harris Black Box Theater in Carson City.
Rock ‘em, Sock ‘em Wednesday: STEAM Night, student musicians and more
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 8:41amEagle Valley Middle School has an award-winning LEGO robotics team, and that extra-curricular falls firmly within the category of ‘STEAM.’ Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in education is the focus of tonight’s ‘STEAM’ Night, chock-full of demonstrations, activities, experiments, and the aforementioned robots. Carson High’s more musically-inclined students can be found on the stage tonight at the Carson City Community Center for a Musical Theater and Choral Showcase. There’s even more on the menu for today, keep reading and learn all of your options.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: March 3 - 4
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 6:03pmI’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.
SATURDAY:
'Rockpreneur' David Victor to offer mentor sessions at Adams Hub
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 2:42pmMulti-talented music industry entrepreneur David Victor, formerly of the classic rock band BOSTON, returns to Northern Nevada on Saturday, March 17 to perform with his tribute act Bostyx.
Friday brings a school district snow day, artist receptions, and much more
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 6:53amThe snow finally fell, and continues to fall. The Carson City and Douglas County School Districts have closed all schools due to the weather; Lyon County Schools are on a two hour delay. If you do have to head out, give yourself extra time to travel. Take a look in today’s happenings for family friendly options at the Carson Library or the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada. A celebration of new art exhibits and local artists can be found at the Carson City Art Gallery, in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, and in the Brewery Arts Center.
Wild Horse Children's Theater presents Junie B Jones, Jr., The Musical
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/25/2018 - 1:21pm"A little glitter can turn your whole day around," said Junie B. Jones.
Wild Horse Children’s Theater presents the Northern Nevada premiere of “Junie B. Jones, Jr., The Musical," a hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s wildly popular best-selling book series.
Senator Square: Career and Technical Education expo Wednesday at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sat, 02/24/2018 - 8:56pmThe CTE program is preparing for the Wednesday, Feb. 28 Career Expo from 6 to 8 p.m. at Carson High School. This event gives Carson City School District students and their parents a picture of the Career & Technical Education options at Carson High School.
The Needham’s return March 7 to Carson City's Hope Crossing Community Church
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 02/23/2018 - 8:46pmThe Needham’s return to Carson City on Wednesday, March 7. Continuing a tradition of heartfelt music, The Needhams have released their latest work Fearless, which is already a favorite among Needham fans. Fearless is comprised of ten original songs. At this concert they will also be sharing their newest musical work with us.
Carson City students from Wild Horse Children's Theater win national award at festival
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/12/2018 - 11:19amStudents 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.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 10 - 11
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/09/2018 - 6:08pmYou can probably scratch ‘hitting the slopes’ off this weekend’s list of options, but you can hit the ‘hill’ instead: Prison Hill, to be exact. You’ll find the start and finish line for Ascent Runs’ ‘Love Can Be Cold’ 5 or 10K at the Prison Hill Southern Trailhead. If you’d rather crawl than run, Virginia City’s ‘Devil Made Me Do It’ Saloon Crawl might be for you. Find something special for your special someone at Artsy Fartsy’s annual Champagne and Jewelry Show or at the Valentine’s Craft Fair inside the Carson Mall.
Celtic series at Carson City's BAC continues this weekend with The Valerie Rose Band
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/06/2018 - 1:21pmCarson City's very own Celtic music series continues Saturday when The Valerie Rose Band takes center stage at the Brewery Arts Center in the Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater.
Senator Square: Senior Lyric Untereiner starts new support group at CHS
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/27/2018 - 6:46pmA new club, and possibly a lifelong career for senior Lyric Untereiner, is starting at Carson High School.
Youth Theatre Carson City to hold auditions this Saturday for Willy Wonka, Jr.
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/24/2018 - 10:15amYouth 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.
Capital City Community Band's annual 'Support the Band' concert to feature vocalist Stephanie Gansberg
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/23/2018 - 7:31pmWe invite you to a special concert of the Capital City Community Band this Sunday, Jan. 28, 3:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church on the corner of Division and King Streets, Carson City featuring vocalist Stephanie Gansberg. This is our annual “support the band” concert, a free-will donation will be accepted to defray the costs of music, rentals, insurance and other band expenses.
Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir to begin Spring session Jan. 22
Submitted by editor on Sun, 01/14/2018 - 2:49pmCarson City Symphony Association announces the Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir will begin Spring semester rehearsals on Monday, Jan. 22. The weekly sessions will be held onstage at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall through May.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Jan. 13 -14
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/12/2018 - 6:24pmPlaying in the snow probably isn’t an option for this weekend, but Singing in the Rain sure is. The kids of Youth Theater Carson City present a junior adaptation of the musical favorite this weekend and next. The Experimental Aircraft Association hosts ‘Young Eagle’ flights every few months at the Carson Airport to give kids 8 – 17 a plane ride to remember. Help out the Dayton Food Bank during their ‘Stuff-a-Cop-Car’ food drive at the Smith’s in Dayton; unexpired non-perishables of all kinds are appreciated. Read on and see what else the weekend brings.
SATURDAY:
Fun times on Friday: music, opening night of Singing in the Rain, Jr. and more
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/12/2018 - 1:48amEarlier this week, we were all 'Singing in the Rain,' but tonight the talented kids of Youth Theater Carson City open up the entertaining musical on the Carson City Community Center's stage. New eatery, Bella Vita Bistro in the Carson Mall, brings local singer, Dougie L in to entertain the dinner crowd. Funnyman, Joshua Fonokalafi, headlines at Carson Comedy inside the Nugget; get there early for dinner and drinks and make it a date night. Read on for even more Friday happenings.
FRIDAY, Jan. 12: Things to do in Carson City
Celtic series continues Saturday with Blarney Man at Carson City's BAC
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 3:05pmCeltic music will fill the Carson City air this Saturday as “Blarney Man” appears at the Brewery Arts Center in the Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater.
Carson City's Mark Twain Elementary earns $16,000 music grant with help from jam band Phish
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/09/2018 - 1:34pmThe new year, 2018, is starting very well for Mark Twain Elementary School music students. The Carson City School District is pleased to announce a $16,000 grant awarded to Mark Twain Elementary for music education. The monies will be used to purchase new musical instruments including a 50-piece world drumming set, steel drums, hand chimes and various other percussion instruments.
Outdoor summer concert series returns to Carson City in 2018
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 10:23amThe Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation on Tuesday named Carson City as one of 15 small to mid-sized towns and cities across America to win a Levitt AMP Grant Award of $25,000 in matching funds to present a free concert series at the Minnesota Street Stage. The Brewery Arts Center has been a recipient of the grant for the third straight year.
2018 welcomed with multi-faith prayers in Reno
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/01/2018 - 5:59amIn a remarkable interfaith gesture and a unique way to welcome 2018, various religions got together in Reno (Nevada) to celebrate the ringing in of the New Year at midnight in a unique and divine manner, away from the glitter of the casinos and sending a message of unity to the world.
A to Zen in Carson City home to family-friendly music, stage
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Sat, 12/30/2017 - 5:20pmEclectic is a word often overused when describing small businesses. A to Zen in Carson City, however, has earned the moniker.
Carson City actor's first feature film screens Thursday free in Reno
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/27/2017 - 7:39amCarson City-native Grant Davis, 21, trained in acting and singing at Reno’s Take 2 Performers Studio for six years, and this Thursday, December 28, the actor returns to the school's Reno campus for a free public screening of his first feature-film starring role.