Pianist Michelle Cann joins the orchestra for the “Emperor” Concerto as Hotoda launches a new artistic chapter at The Smith Center. By Debbie Hall Music, creativity and a new artistic vision converge when the Las Vegas Philharmonic presents Rei Conducts Beethoven on Oct. 17 at Reynolds Hall inside The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. The concert marks Rei Hotoda’s inaugural classical performance as the orchestra’s music director, bringing audiences together for an evenin

By Debbie Hall A special kind of magic happens when music, performance, and storytelling come together to move an audience. A familiar melody can transport listeners to another time, reconnect them with a beloved character or remind them why a particular story has stayed with them for years. Presented by Community Lutheran Church’s Spotlight Cabaret series on Oct. 16, Broadway Goes Hollywood is a 90-minute celebration of classic and contemporary musical theatre, featuring a t

By Debbie Hall What happens when a conductor approaches an orchestra not simply as an ensemble to lead, but as a creative partner? For Rei Hotoda, the answer is possibility. Now officially serving as Music Director of the Las Vegas Philharmonic, Hotoda is beginning a four-year tenure that places creativity at the center of her vision for the orchestra. She will conduct Rei Conducts Beethoven on Oct. 17, launching a new artistic chapter for the Philharmonic and introducing Las

By Debbie Hall For Marianne Phoenix, Singin’ From My Soul is a chance to turn a lifetime of music, memories, and experience into one intimate evening onstage. After decades of performing in Las Vegas, Marianne has built the show around 15 songs that speak to love, life, and the experiences that have shaped her. The selections are personal, but she hopes the emotions behind them will resonate beyond her own story. "Feels like I’m alive again!” Marianne says. “Once a performer,

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

"Theatre is Democracy" is not trite, it is the TRUTH. The People must ACT NOW. The Asylum Theatre Artistic Director, and EMAV Founder Sarah O'Connell The American Theatre isn't about the building; the cornerstone of democracy is chiseled from the strength of our patriotic character. The squander of Humanity happens when there is denial of Truth. Theatre is the first and last defense of a life's integrity, "Please, Help Me. Stop, don't shoot." One act of Theatre proves that t

Mallory Haney Loo opens the Paul S. Hesselink Concert Series By Debbie Hall When most people think about the pipe organ, they probably picture a grand church sanctuary, centuries-old compositions and the unmistakable sound of Johann Sebastian Bach. Mallory Haney Loo would like to expand that picture. How about Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody”? Or a piece by Chilean rock band Los Jaivas? Or the protest song “El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido” by Quilapayún? On Friday, Sept. 18, Ha

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 As temperatures rise across Southern Nevada, the Las Vegas Men's Chorus is inviting audiences to trade the desert heat for beach vibes as it closes its 33rd season with Fun in the Sun on June 27 and 28 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas' Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall. Promising “high tides and good vibes,” the season finale showcases the chorus's growth and talent, transforming the concert hall into a summer paradise filled with beloved songs and dazzling per

Photo by Matthias Wagner on Unsplash By L.A. Walker Entertainment. Storytelling. Real Talk. Reviews • Commentary • Music • Emotional Truth A few weeks ago, I sat in The Composers Room in Las Vegas’ Historic Commercial Center District and witnessed something beautiful. At 86 years old, Paul Stubblefield stepped onto the stage. His voice was strong. His stage presence was effortless. His warmth was genuine. His star remained completely untarnished. As I watched him perform, I

Upcoming Album UNIVERSAL Debuts Through Live Music and Video Production Experience By Debbie Hall Las Vegas audiences will have a rare opportunity to witness music creation in real time when acclaimed trumpeter, composer, arranger, and conductor David Perrico premieres six original compositions during a special live music video production on June 4 at The Industrial Event Space. This exclusive event offers a unique chance to experience Perrico's innovative work firsthand, ins

Dustin Lynch with photo by Gage Skidmore By Debbie Hall Country music fans heading to the Sunset Amphitheater at Sunset Station Hotel & Casino on May 23 will see more than a chart-topping entertainer take the stage. They will witness one of modern country music’s most consistent songwriting voices and creative forces as Dustin Lynch delivers a night built on storytelling, emotional connection, and genre evolution. For more than a decade, Lynch has quietly shaped a career that