By Debbie Hall An era defined by timeless charm and star power comes to life on March 28 at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, where The Golden Age Hollywood Show, an autograph event, will gather beloved celebrities from the 1950s through the 1960s as children and as adults in the 1970s and 1980s for a nostalgic celebration of entertainment's golden age. Produced by former child star Mimi Gibson, the event invites fans to reconnect with the personalities who shaped classic film

By Isabel M. Castro Las Vegas becomes more than a glittering backdrop. It transforms into a global crossroads for bold visual storytelling. The public is invited to attend the 12th Annual Nevada Women’s Film Festival (NWFFest) at the Flora Dungan Humanities Building on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas main campus, March 19–22. Hosted by the UNLV Department of Film, the festival transforms theaters, auditoriums, and classrooms into screening rooms, while hallways and patios

By Debbie Hall Gigi Guizado Virtual Arts will spotlight bold new storytelling at its annual Virtual Arts New Play Festival, featuring the premiere of  Amilex , a provocative work by Las Vegas playwright Gigi Guizado. Virtual Arts continues its commitment to bold, socially conscious storytelling with the premiere of Amilex , a work that resonates deeply with today’s events. The production headlines this year’s Virtual Arts New Play Festival and will stream online March 6 at 7

By Isabel M. Castro This March, Las Vegas becomes more than a glittering backdrop. It transforms into a global crossroads for bold visual storytelling. From March 19–22, the public is invited to attend the 12th Annual Nevada Women's Film Festival (NWFFest), held at the Flora Dungan Humanities Building on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas main campus (4505 S. Maryland Parkway). Hosted by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Department of Film, the festival transforms theater

Register NOW for the March 24 - 26 event! Energize Your Creative Practice at the 2026 Artists Thrive Summit! Calling all artists, arts leaders, educators, and funders! Get ready to energize your creative practice and cultivate meaningful connections at the 2026 Artists Thrive Summit , taking place from March 24-26, 2026. This unique event is designed for everyone, from first-timers eager to explore new avenues to seasoned professionals looking to deepen their impact. It's you

On Thursday, February 12, at 6 p.m. at Maya Cinemas after a screening of  “Wuthering Heights,”  the Piecing It Together Podcast will discuss the films that may have inspired Emerald Fennell’s update of this gothic romantic classic starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi! Joining David Rosen to discuss the film are filmmakers Celine Ochoa and Nic Patrick, and producer Joseph Malgarini.   The movie starts right at 6 p.m., so get there early for prizes, and the podcast recording

Dam Short Film Festival returns Feb. 11-16, offering six days of global storytelling in Boulder City, featuring over 150 short films across diverse genres. By Debbie Hall Independent cinema takes center stage in downtown Boulder City as the 22nd Annual Dam Short Film Festival returns Feb. 11–16, transforming the Elaine K. Smith Building into a vibrant hub of creativity, connection, and cinematic discovery. As Nevada’s largest short film festival, the event continues its missi

Vertical Vision: Nevada Filmmakers Redefine Cinema in a Mobile-First World By Debbie Hall The Vertical Vision Micro Filmmaking Challenge  awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, Dec. 18 , at the Future of Film Association headquarters  in Las Vegas. The evening begins with a red-carpet event at 6 p.m., followed by screenings at 7 p.m. and the awards ceremony at 8:30 p.m. The Future of Film Association (FOFA) is putting Nevada at the forefront of a cinematic evolution wit

Alex Stopa has composed and recorded another original piece of music, and Eat More Art Vegas invites everyone to enjoy the incredible creativity of musical talent in Las Vegas. Click here to view and enjoy.   MUSICIANS: Marimba & composer - Alex Stopa Violin – De Ann Letourneau Violin – James Harvey Viola – Rob Taylor Cello – Dena Massaro Bass – Tyler Williams Percussion – Jeffery Crowell Sheet Music available from Tapspace Publications   PRODUCTION TEAM: Recording Mix Engin

Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko Silent auction, light bites, networking, and a night of laughter in downtown Las Vegas by Debbie Hall As the 22nd Annual Dam Short Film Festival  approaches in February 2026, film lovers can get an early dose of laughter and cinematic magic with “A Night of Comedy”  on Tuesday, Nov. 11 , at The Beverly Theater  in downtown Las Vegas. This special 90-minute showcase  features a hand-picked lineup of ten short comedy films from four countries , offe

WIF Nevada   takes over Film Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. to launch its “Best of Fest” series, highlighting UNLV Film  alums! There is no...

In collaboration with Clark County Public Arts, Gwendolyn Walker-Abdullah (Walker African American Museum) and Zachary Fried will be...