There’s no shortage of what to see, hear, and do at any time in Nevada. Here are some highlighted cultural events for the week starting May 13.
Through May 24
Majestic is thrilled to present Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy in a very contemporary “in-yer-face” staging set "right here...right now." With high stakes and propulsive emotions, you’ll experience the classic story with fresh eyes… ”For now these hot days is the mad blood stirring!”
May 15-16
A bilingual (English/Spanish) classic, written by Mario Delarosa and directed by Annamaria Cavallone, arrives at Reno Little Theater. A dramatized recounting of the famed artist Frida Kahlo's tumultuous romantic life, and how it shaped her art — for better and worse.
May 15-18
Technically, Juliana Noble’s The Will to Live debuted during 2024’s Las Vegas Fringe festival — and won Best of Fringe. But it was a shorter version of the play to fit that festival’s requirements. Vegas Theater Company just debuted the full version of it, and it will be staged through May 18.
May 15-24
Dark sophistication meets Gothic intrigue in this Las Vegas premier of a re imagined Brothers Grimm tale. Hansel and Gretel travel through a treacherous realm ruled by the maniacal Ice Cream Witch. It's an intoxicating journey of magic and mischief.
Drawing visual inspiration from 1930s black-and-white cinema, and the physical comedy of Buster Keaton for one particular character, the production features exquisite costumes by Oscar winner Kate Hawley. Through energetic choreography and spectacular projections, this sinister retelling breathes new life into a universal story of hardship, hope, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil.
Drawing visual inspiration from 1930s black-and-white cinema, and the physical comedy of Buster Keaton for one particular character, the production features exquisite costumes by Oscar winner Kate Hawley. Through energetic choreography and spectacular projections, this sinister retelling breathes new life into a universal story of hardship, hope, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil.
May 15-25
Lists is a hilarious, and touching look at the toll Alzheimer’s takes on a parent-child relationship. It magnificently reveals the humor within the tragedy, without taking away from the seriousness of the issue. Ma cares about ribbons and bows, intransitive verbs and keeping to her rigid schedule. Dot uses a wicked sense of humor to sort out the tangle of her mother’s mind. Together they struggle with Ma’s inevitable decline, while Sis phones in her advice from afar. In and out of the sinewy webs of Ma’s fleeting awareness, retracing paths they have traveled countless times, Ma and Dot drive toward understanding and arrive with some sense of surprise at the destination of comfort.
Dates and times vary. Check the official website for more information.
Dates and times vary. Check the official website for more information.
May 15-31
Jean Anouilh's 1952 play within a play. Saint Jean of Arc reenacts her life, rebellion, and moments of divine inspiration as she awaits her trial by the English in jail.
Guest: Mike Prevatt, senior producer, KNPR