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Oct 22 Tuesday
Works on display were inspired by Taoist symbolism and American Abstract Expressionist. Says the artist: “My paintings are made as a response to the cultural ambiguity of being an outsider of both Asian-American and White-American culture as a Hapa individual. They are built in layers, representing daily thoughts and meditations on emotional states, natural phenomena, and cosmic movements. In this way, each work becomes a confluence of colors, shapes, and asemic language."
The show runs through Feb. 22, with the gallery open Monday through Friday.Artist talk and reception on October 23 at 6 PM.
Ever go through one of those haunted-house attractions during Halloween and think, “Meh, I could make a scarier one?” The young horror enthusiasts of The House on Watch Hill must have, because they set a goal to build “the greatest neighborhood haunted house” ever. And they do — succeeding maybe too well. Vegas Theatre Company executive artistic director Daz Weller helms the world premiere of the latest Richard Oberacker and Robert Taylor musical, an 1980s-soaked fantasia that oughta get you in the mood for the spooky season.
Note: Shows start on September 27; days/dates vary. Please check website for more information.
Oct 23 Wednesday
I like my nostalgia strong. Mega-dosed. Over the top. So, I will be early in line for tickets to the musical rendition of 1985’s Back to the Future, which proffers all this and more. Rounding out a decent score and top-notch cast will be a special element of fun for fans of practical stage effects (think, the helicopter in Miss Saigon): the iconic flying DeLorean, whose scenes almost steal the show.
Oct 24 Thursday
Henderson’s premier safe trick or treating event returns for an evening of festive fun. Put on a costume and follow the trick-or-treat trail and receive treats (or tricks!) from the trunks of festively decorated cars. There will be other activities, including a costume contest, and entertainment, as well.
Legendary Las Vegas defense attorney Oscar Goodman, in conversation with The Mob Museum’s Geoff Schumacher, will discuss his most notorious clients and toughest court battles.
With his trademark candor, Goodman will reflect on his fabled career defending Tony Spilotro, Frank “Lefty” Rosenthal, Vinny Ferrara, Phil Leonetti and other organized crime figures, as well as his unlikely transition from firebrand lawyer to popular three-term mayor of Las Vegas.
Free for Museum Members or with Museum admission.
Performing will be the UNLV Singers and University Chorale and the advanced treble voices chorus Argenta.