Theatre is the pursuit of happiness with your compatriots; we share stories to eliminate the distance. To those who read the Junkyard Dog Productions website, Randy Adams is a Tony® and Olivier®-award winning Producer, but to me he is my wonderful former Managing Director at the Tony® -award winning TheatreWorks Silicon Valley from last century. We have Randy and his friends to thank for some of the most transformational acts and artists of our contemporary American Theatre i

Anniversary Season Opens With an Evening of Contemporary Choreography By Debbie Hall For 50 years, UNLV Dance has helped shape the artistic landscape of Las Vegas through movement, creativity, and collaboration. The milestone will be celebrated not by looking backward, but by embracing new possibilities as Golden Glow opens the anniversary season October 2-3 at the Judy Bayley Theatre, bringing together an acclaimed group of choreographers whose work connects the program’s ri

By Debbie Hall What happens when music becomes movement? For Nevada Ballet Theatre, the answer can be as quiet as a single gesture or as enormous as an entire stage filled with dancers, musicians, and voices. The company's 2026-2027 season opens by exploring both possibilities with George Balanchine's Serenade and Nicolo Fonte's Carmina Burana, bringing together choreography, live music, singing, design, and theatrical storytelling. The performances will take place at The Smi

ASSERT the First Amendment with public readings of Banned Books The Kennedy Center is not a building, it is the People's PROOF we are FREE, a monument to our patriotic integrity. I know what it is to face annihilation. That is why I have invested decades of sweat equity and tens of thousands of dollars over the years on all of you, dear Las Vegas Arts lovers. Squander of humanity happens when there is denial of Truth. I became a Theatre acolyte to prevent it, to help do hard

By Debbie Hall Audience enthusiasm has earned Bolero – The Show an encore. Following a successful debut at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, the acclaimed Latin music production has extended its limited engagement with six additional performances running from Aug. 1 through Oct. 3. More than a musical revue, Bolero – The Show is a heartfelt celebration of Latin America's rich musical heritage, weaving together live music, storytelling, and passionate dance to inspire pride and cultur

Photo by TriniJay Media By Debbie Hall Experience the vibrant energy of Drag Ultra Brunch at Gipsy Las Vegas, where daytime entertainment transforms into a lively spectacle that draws in both residents and visitors seeking dynamic live shows and brunch fun. The curtain rises long before sunset at Gipsy Las Vegas, where Drag Ultra Brunch has returned with a refreshed production that transforms a weekend meal into a vibrant showcase of performance art. With a new lineup of ente

By Debbie Hall A darkly enchanting fairy tale is coming to the Las Vegas stage as Nevada Ballet Theatre presents Hansel and Gretel at The Smith Center from May 15–24. This visually stunning Las Vegas premiere transforms the beloved Brothers Grimm classic into a thrilling theatrical spectacle filled with Gothic fantasy, cinematic inspiration, and breathtaking choreography. In this bold reimagining, audiences follow the perilous journey of Hansel and Gretel as they wander throu

Red Angels featuring former Pacific Northwest Ballet dancer Lesley Rausch and Pacific Northwest Ballet dancer Lucien Postlewaite. By Debbie Hall dhall@informermg.com A vibrant blend of nostalgia, athleticism, and musical elegance arrives in Las Vegas when Nevada Ballet Theatre presents Legends & Luminaries , a striking triple bill performed March 14–15 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. The program highlights American dance and music history, inviting audiences to

Opening Weekend will feature the Las Vegas Philharmonic at The Smith Center. Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) is presenting George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® in Las Vegas on Dec. 13-28 for an 18-performance run at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. With expert scenic design and state-of-the-art technology, this all-new Art Deco-inspired production aims to excite and anticipate audiences, transporting them into the glamorous spirit of the 1930s, with George Balanchin

By Debbie Hall Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) returns to The Smith Center for the Performing Arts with an iconic tale of love, loss, and fate: Romeo & Juliet. With four performances Oct. 17–19, NBT invites audiences to experience Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy like never before—through the power and poetry of ballet. Choreographed by James Canfield, this full-length production blends classical ballet with theatrical storytelling, transporting audiences to 15th-century Verona. Ag

El Grito Performance (Photo Credit Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas) By Isabel M. Castro Grand Canal Shoppes at The...

Brunch Just Got a Makeover at Alebrijes by Chef Paco Written and photography by Debbie Hall Viva Drag Brunch Vegas, Las Vegas’s boldest...