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The Windmill Library's annual Mystic Fair is back and bigger than ever! Mystic Fair is a mind, body, and spirit experience.  They have added Dray Gardner's Yoga, Ecstatic Dance, and Breathwork workshops this year. Explore the magical benefits of Reiki, chakra balancing, singing bowls, candle magic, mysteries of the Ouija board, guided meditations, and much more.  They will also have tarot cards, palm, and psychic readers.  Teen & Children's activities are available too. Visit local vendors and enjoy lunch with some local food trucks. Bring a yoga mat if you would like to use one for outdoor yoga. Free and open to the public. More information can be found at: https://events.thelibrarydistrict.org/event/9968347 The Summerlin Library comes alive once again in our annual Chalk It Up! Music & Art Festival, featuring colorful and multidimensional works of art from numerous local street artists! Other festivities include music, dancing performers, face painting, balloon artists, caricaturists, hands-on crafting for adults and kids, a shadow puppet show, a tarot reader, a palm reader, and a fan-favorite chalk art awards ceremony! More information can be found at: https://events.thelibrarydistrict.org/event/9868696

The full-length Broadway version comes to The Orleans Hotel and Casino. By Debbie Hall Photos by Dave Bassett and Gabe Ginsberg The international hit musical and Tony Award-winning show Jersey Boys, a beloved favorite, is making a triumphant return to Las Vegas. This new residency at The Orleans Hotel and Casino will bring back the same set, style, and sensations that made the whole Broadway show a sensation, running from Wednesday to Monday. Jersey Boys is not just a show; it is an opportunity for locals and tourists alike to experience the magic of an entire Broadway show in the heart of Las Vegas. Set in a beautiful theater with complimentary parking, this residency also contributes to the creative economy, creating jobs and opportunities for the community. Las Vegas has long been known as the "entertainment capital of the world.” However, touring companies of popular Broadway shows used to avoid performing in the city. The Aladdin Theater for the Performing Arts was one of the few venues that hosted touring shows and was opened in 1976. It was later closed and demolished in 1988 and replaced with an auditorium and concert hall. The Thomas & Mack opened in 1983, and the Cox Pavilion was added to the complex in 2001 but offered very few live theater performances. On the Strip, Broadway shows were usually shortened to 90 minutes so that the audience would return to the casinos. However, the opening of the Smith Center for the Performing Arts on March 10 finally provided touring companies with a venue to bring complete Broadway shows to Las Vegas. The Orleans Hotel and Casino now features a full Broadway Show six days a week. Joey Barreiro, Jonathan Cable, Tyler Matthew Burk, and Kit Treece debuted in Las Vegas as The Four Seasons. The resident cast features the talents of Joey Barreiro and Jared Chinnock (alternating the role of Frankie Valli), Tyler Matthew Burk (Tommy DeVito), Jonathan Cable (Nick Massi), Kit Treece (Bob Gaudio), Beau Brians (Joe Pesci), Carson Collins (Bob Crewe), Zach Cossman (Norm Waxman/Hank), Nichole Forde (Lorraine), Emma Kantor (Francine Valli), Michael McClure (Gyp DeCarlo), Sarah Pfeifer (Mary Delgado), Brennan Stylez (Barry Belson), Meghan Gratzer (Female Swing), Andrew Maguire (Swing 1), Dale Melancon (Swing 2), and Ryan Hurley (Swing 3). Jersey Boys Las Vegas is a musical based on the life of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The production was written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice and directed by Tony Award-winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo. With 65 major awards worldwide, including Tony and Grammy awards, the musical tells the story of The Four Seasons, from humble beginnings in New Jersey to their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The show premiered on Broadway in 2005 and features many of The Four Seasons’ greatest hits like “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” Danny Austin, the Production Supervisor and Associate Choreographer, and Ron Melrose, the Music Supervisor, have been working on the production for the last two decades and are now part of the newest residency. Sarah Lowe, who has previously worked on Las Vegas productions, has also returned to work as an Assistant Director and Choreographer in this residency. The show, produced by Ivory Star Productions, will take audiences on Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons' journey through its ups and downs. “In 2016, I met with the producers and wanted to continue the show, and they agreed. It has taken this long to relaunch it, but there is a demand for the show to return. We are so excited to produce it with an incredible new cast; our creative team is the best. We are also bringing back some of the show’s features that have not been performed in years, including automation and storylines. Our audiences will see the full Broadway-length version of the show,” said Ivory Star Productions CEO and Lead Producer John Bentham. The show’s longevity can be attributed to timeless music with loved, timeless songs. There are many reasons to attend, whether nostalgia, the story behind the music, or the entire production. Ivory Star Productions is an entertainment company offering a unique entertainment perspective that spans Las Vegas to productions worldwide. Led by the award-winning producer John Bentham, the Ivory Star Productions team delivers a variety of boutique shows and large-scale events. For more information, visit ivorystar.com Jersey Boys Las Vegas performs in The Showroom at The Orleans Hotel & Casino. Showtimes are Wednesday to Monday at 7:30 p.m. and dark on Tuesdays. For more information, visit jerseyboys.vegas. Connect with the cast through the Jersey Boys Vegas official social platforms, including Facebook @ Jersey Boys Las Vegas, Instagram @ Jersey Boys Vegas, and Tik Tok@ Jersey Boys Vegas.

Photo by Library of Congress on Unsplash Celebrate Women’s History Month! Women of Diversity Productions Inc. will hold its panel discussion “The Women Who Saved History” at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 23. For more info, visit womenofdiversity.org.

Robin Slonina is celebrating the grand opening of her one-woman show, Art and Illusions, at the Museum Of Illusion Las Vegas with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19. Her exhibit continues through March 31. The art reception celebrating her newest one-woman show is open to the public (all ages and family-friendly) and free to enjoy. A special ticketed event inside the Museum also features live “camouflage” body paint models, free drinks, and more! Click on moilasvegas.com/buy-event-tickets-art-and-illusions to purchase tickets for the ticketed event inside the museum. Robin is a versatile artist who explores different mediums such as body painting, canvas painting, and mural painting. She also creates sculptures and installations both indoors and outdoors. Her creations are often interactive, inviting the viewer to engage with the art instead of passively observing it. Robin believes that art should be accessible to everyone and encourages people to touch and interact with her work, bringing art into our everyday lives. Robin is also a producer and judge on the hit body painting competition show Skin Wars, alongside RuPaul, Rebecca Romijn, and Craig Tracy, and Executive Producer and Judge of the live runway competition Battle of the Salons with LaGanja Estranja and Samuel Gutierrez. Robin’s artwork has been collected and exhibited internationally in numerous galleries and museums around the world, including the Museum of Contemporary Art, the John Michael Kohler Arts Center, the Smart Museum of Art, the Peace Museum, Sedona Arts Academy, the Contemporary Art Workshop, University of Chicago, DePaul University, Art-O-Mat, Artemisia Gallery, Ambrosino Gallery, Lucky Gallery, and the Baraka Art Complex, among many others. She has exhibited locally in Las Vegas at Recycled Propaganda, Area 15, Life Cube, Emergency Arts, Atomic Todd Gallery, The Smith Center, Springs Preserve, and the Arts Factory. For more info, visit robinslonina.com and follow on Facebook @ArtistRobinSolonina, Instagram and X (Formerly Twitter) @robinslonina, and YouTube @RobinSloninaOfficial. Robin is also part of the Slonina ARTSpace, a dynamic hub dedicated to supporting and showcasing the diverse talents of Las Vegas artists. In-person meetings for the Vegas Arts Table (Eat More Art) are held at Slonina ARTSpace. For more info, visit sloninaartspace.com and follow on Facebook @ sloninaartspace and Instagram @ sloninaartspace. Explore an amazing collection of rooms that will change perspective, fascinating installations, and mesmerizing images at the Museum of Illusions Las Vegas. The museum's exhibits teach visitors that nothing is ever quite as it seems and invite guests to immerse themselves in the world of illusions. Get ready to have senses shocked and perceptions puzzled as guests engage with astonishing, mind-bending installations. To learn more, visit moilasvegas.com. The grand opening of Robin Slonina’s one-woman show will be held at the Museum Of Illusions located at 3716 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Suite 1.02, on the Strip, between the Cosmopolitan and The Shops at Crystals. Her reception will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, and her exhibit will continue until March 31. PARKING! Park at Cosmo (the first three hours are free with local ID!) and take the Boulevard elevator. Walk over towards the Shops at Crystals. The Museum of Illusions Las Vegas entrance is located bridge level on the right side next to ROSS.

Women Hold Up the Free World By Paul Atreides Author, playwright Theatre critic at EatMoreArtVegas.com paul-atreides.com It’s Women’s History Month, and what better way to celebrate it than with a production of POTUS, Selina Fillinger’s silly salute to their strength, now running at Vegas Theatre Company. As directed by Daz Weller and Maythinee Washington, it’s a fast-paced, frenetic spoof of a West Wing in turmoil as seven women attempt to keep a philandering, loud-mouthed, ally-angering President in line—and alive (more’s the pity). The cast is all top-notch. Gabrielle Silveroli (Jean), Diamond Landrun (Chris), Amanda Guardano (Dusty), Kim Forest (Bernadette), Sabrina Cofield (Margaret), Valerie Carpenter-Bernstein (Harriet), and Heidi Brucker Morgan (Stephanie) turn in excellent performances. They’re all so committed to character that they suck you into the craziness from the get-go. It’s poor, put-upon, and under-appreciated Chief of Staff Harriet who must herd the rest of them. Carpenter-Bernstein controls the chaos and commands the stage as she’s putting out the fires, trying to come up with solutions, and covering up for a buffoonish boss. What would a chaotic White House be without a FLOTUS? While Cofield fires off some great lines of dialogue, it’s almost always yelling. The laughs would land with more punch if her delivery were more modulated between a First Lady's calm, cultured poise and hissy-fits over her adulterous husband. As an actor, one of the keys to this type of comedy that incorporates the physical with the verbal jabs is the ability to be fearless; to never be afraid of looking foolish. And the two standouts are Guardano and Morgan. Guardano plays the against-type Iowa farm girl to the hilt, making a gradual transition from the silly innocent to a sexpot willing to do anything for her country. She’s wholeheartedly down with the suggestive antics. No one has it worse than poor, put-upon people-pleaser and golfer staff member Stephanie, who is expected to jump at a moment's notice and do everything she’s told—all at once. As Harriet tells her, “All of them, Stephanie! I need all of them first.” She gets so rattled that she downs illicit drugs. Morgan is fearless in matching the physical with the verbal from her first entrance. The sound could be brought down a few decibels for this audience member, but overall, production values are high. The set invokes the entire west wing of the White House, moving quickly from office to office to pressroom to restroom. The costumes are wonderful, particularly those for Harriet. The 2024 presidential campaign is heading into high gear. Give yourself a treat. Go see this. It’s a frantic, frenetic play and the pacing is excellent. While the cast needs to hold for laughs, the run time might double if they did so for them all. Yes, it’s that funny. What: POTUS When: 7:30 pm Fridays 2 pm and 7:30 pm Saturdays 5 pm Sundays Through March 24 Where: Vegas Theatre Company. 1025 S. 1st St., Suite 110 Tickets: $35 - $60 (www.theatre.vegas) Grade:  **** Scrumptious Producer: Vegas Theatre Company; Artistic Director: Daz Weller; Director: Maythinee Washington, Daz Weller; Set Design: Whitney Lehn Meltz, Daz Weller; Lighting Design: Paige Borak; Costume Design: Abbie Stroot; Stage Manager: Nichole Killian Co-Stage Manager: Amanda Peterson Assistant Stage Manager: Christine Steele

Let It Rip By Paul Atreides Author, playwright Theatre critic at EatMoreArtVegas.com paul-atreides.com Horrible things happen throughout life. How that affects us in the long run can depend on how we deal with them. We can either wallow in the misfortune or be a cockeyed optimist. David Lindsey-Abaire’s Ripcord, now playing at Las Vegas Little Theatre, portrays those options in the form of two women forced to room together in a retirement facility. Abby is acerbic and grumpy; Marilyn is upbeat and chipper. A room becomes available when another resident dies, but management dislikes Abby and, to punish her refuses to move Marilyn. That not a single line is wasted is not only a matter of the writing, it’s also in the acting and directing. As directed by Rob Kastil, the results are hilarious. He’s assembled a great cast and, more importantly, keeps the pacing crisp and agile. Theresa Fullerton plays Abby, who has chased off a number of roommates, prefers to spend her time alone, angry at the world and is afraid of nothing. Fullerton is a master of comedy, delivering punch lines with perfect timing. Sherri Brewer plays Marilyn, who intends to make the best of the situation and keep smiling. Brewer not only holds her own, but she also delivers her constant optimism in spades. She’s a spritely and delightful chatterbox. The two make a bet. If Abby can make Marilyn angry, Marilyn goes. If Marilyn scares Abby, well, Marilyn at least gets the bed by the window. As the competition escalates, Fullerton and Brewer deliver well-defined characters and all the laughs to go with them. The supporting cast is as excellent. Kyle Jones plays Scotty, an orderly, to the hilt but reigns it in so it’s real and believable. He employs the entire instrument, so his physical movement is as funny as his delivery. Gillen Brey, Joel Wayman, and Heath Robertson round out the cast. Brey plays Marilyn’s daughter, Colleen, and brings competitiveness to a whole new, very funny level. Joel Wayman as Derrick, Marilyn’s son-in-law, shows that drawn in against one’s will can be equally funny. Robertson is great in several minor roles but delivers a beautifully crafted poignancy to his scene as Abby’s son, Benjamin. Production values are high. Ron Lindblom’s retirement room set is well-detailed, but it’s a setting played downstage that is remarkable as the action moves through a Haunted House. The changes are done in a way that never slows the action or the laughs. Oh, yeah, there’s a sky-diving scene, too, and Ginny Adams’ lighting delivers diminishing clouds along with an expanding blue sky. Add Lisa Tollefson’s sound design to cover very brief scene changes with a mix of upbeat and fun music, and sets, lights, and sound blend to bring the magic of theatre to life. This production will entertain with a wonderful blend of situations. Pull the ripcord, baby! Because you don’t want to miss this one. What: Ripcord When: 8 p.m. Friday to Saturday; 2 p.m. Sundays through March 17 2 p.m. Saturday, March 9 Where: Las Vegas Little Theatre - Mainstage, 3920 Schiff Drive Tickets: $30 (702-362-7996; www.lvlt.org) Grade:  ***** Delicious Producer: Las Vegas Little Theatre; Director: Rob Kastil; Set Design: Ron Lindblom; Lighting Design: Ginny Adams; Sound: Lisa Tollefson; Costumes: Julie Horton; Stage Manager: Jim Braun

Las Vegas Philharmonic will present Rhapsody in Blue at 100, with Music Director Donato Cabrera conducting his 10th and final season. Las Vegas Philharmonic’s 25th season continues with Rhapsody in Blue at 100, with Music Director Donato Cabrera conducting his 10th and final season with the orchestra during the 2023-24 season at The Smith Center on Feb. 24. Rhapsody in Blue was composed by George Gershwin in 1924 and features a solo piano and jazz band. It was a bold fusion of classical music with jazz elements. The concert premiered as "An Experiment in Modern Music" on February 12, 1924, in New York City. Rhapsody in Blue is among Gershwin's most renowned compositions and is considered to have defined the Jazz Age. This era marked a new chapter in America's musical history, and it helped establish Gershwin's reputation as a prominent composer. Rhapsody in Blue remains one of the most beloved concert pieces ever. Along with Donato, Clayton Stephenson will play the piano (claytonstephenson.com), Dvorák Slavonic Dances (selections), William Dawson Negro Folk Symphony, and The Chairman Dances (composed by John Adams) will be part of the program. The Slavonic Dances are a series of 16 orchestral pieces composed by Antonín Dvořák, a Czech composer, in 1878 and 1888 and brought to the United States in the 1890s. According to Donato, Dvořák said that composers should use music from the U.S. culture, and he would write pieces incorporating aspects of American culture. Gershwin is a prime example of following Dvořák’s advice. The Negro Folk Symphony was composed in 1934 by African American William Dawson, using Black spirituals to tell the story of his community. It would premiere, performed by Leopold Stokowski and the Philadelphia Orchestra. Donato’s final season as Music Director has created many emotions for him. “For me, it has been a great big circle that I never thought would exist since I grew up in Las Vegas and moved when I was nine years old. I also never thought I would return to Las Vegas to conduct an orchestra. When I was presented with the opportunity 11 years ago, it was an unexpected and gratifying homecoming. These 10 years have been incredibly positive. I get to see my whole family when I conduct the Las Vegas Philharmonic since my relatives would attend.” There will then be a 30-minute pre-concert lecture beginning at 6:30 p.m. The concert series for the 2023/24 season includes: Saturday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m. Rhapsody in Blue Saturday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. Prohibition Saturday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m. Scheherazade Sunday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Lang Lang in Recital Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. The Firebird! Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. Saint-Saëns Thundering “Organ” Symphony Las Vegas Philharmonic has been a part of the Las Vegas Valley for 25 years since 1998. The orchestra aims to inspire the community's lifelong love for music by providing performances and educational experiences in the city. The Youth Concert Series is a crucial music education program that brings thousands of children to the concert hall. Additionally, the Philharmonic's season of concerts showcases local and national guest artists on the grand Reynolds Hall stage. The orchestra comprises 76 professional musicians who are also educators and perform in other productions in Las Vegas, adding depth and variety to the organization. Music education and engagement are the foundation of the Philharmonic's commitment to the community. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the Philharmonic’s community, education, and artistic programs are made possible by individuals' and corporations' generous donations and support. To learn more, visit lvphil.org or call 702.258.5438. The Las Vegas Philharmonic will perform Rhapsody in Blue at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts on Feb. 24. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and tickets are available by clicking here and The Smith Center Box Office. Follow on Facebook at @ lasvegasphilharmonic, X (formerly Twitter) @ lvphil and Instagram @ lvphil,

“Ekphrastic Games: A Playful Approach to Art-Inspired Poetry” Workshop conducted by JM Huck. The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum will offer a creative writing workshop led by emerging poet and arts administrator JM Huck beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25. “Ekphrastic Games: A Playful Approach to Art-Inspired Poetry” will be a 90-minute workshop for beginners or established writers looking for a new writing experience. Participants will be able to view art collections within the museum and explore art-inspired writing through interactive activities, as well as respond to various writing prompts during the session. Participants are encouraged to explore the museum and outdoor sculpture garden further after the workshop. Huck is passionate about community engagement, a Clark County Poet Laureate Coordinator and co-founded WeWrite! (@wewritelv on Instagram). This literary arts group offers support for writers to develop their craft. Huck’s poetry synthesizes her understanding of culture, history, nature and science. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Agnes Scott College and a certificate in museum studies from the American Association for State and Local History. The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is a unique and hidden gem in northwest Las Vegas. It features an astonishing and diverse array of art entirely by its namesake, Rita Deanin Abbey. The 10,500-square-foot museum captures the extraordinary breadth of Abbey’s art, from abstract expressionist paintings to figure drawings, monumental sculptures and beyond. The museum property also features a courtyard, desert garden, outdoor sculpture garden and Abbey’s studio. Visitors will enter the extraordinary world of a gifted artist. Rita Deanin Abbey’s imagination, talent, and beauty of spirit, influenced by her love of the desert southwest, are offered in a 10,500 square-foot museum that showcases the astonishing variety of her work, from abstract expressionist paintings to stained-glass windows, sculptures, landscapes, figure studies, murals, enamels, and more. The museum, located in northwest Las Vegas at 5850 N. Park Street, is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are available by appointment only and may be purchased online. For more information, follow the museum on Instagram or Facebook or visit www.ritadeaninabbeymuseum.org. Tickets to the “Ekphrastic Games: A Playful Approach to Art-Inspired Poetry” workshop are priced at $20 each. All participants must be at least 15 years of age and should plan to bring a notebook, pen and comfortable shoes.  Space is limited, and tickets must be purchased in advance by clicking here. https://rda-museum.square.site/events.

Local Charity Extravaganza to Feature Celebrity Drag Performers, Dress Contest to Support People Living with HIV/AIDS The Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, the renowned community organization dedicated to advocating for HIV/AIDS awareness, proudly announces their 16th annual Red Dress charity event on Saturday, Feb. 24. To be held at The Usual Place, this year’s theme will be “Gala of GOREgeous,” a night of mystery, macabre and splendor. Proceeds from this event will support the Sisters’ AIDS Drug Assistance Program (SADAP), which provides life-saving medications to people living with HIV/AIDS. The night's festivities promise a wealth of excitement with beats by DJ Axis and entertainment by celebrity drag queens. Former contestants from “The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula” on AMC+, including season five-star Onyx Onyx and season four-star Dahli, will ignite marvelous performances. VIP guests can also look forward to an exclusive meet-and-greet with the two drag stars. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their “goriest” red dresses, with the red dresses being broadly defined to include skirts, kilts, gowns, kimonos, saris, togas, or dashikis. The main event is an extravaganza of regal excitement with a Red Dress Ensemble contest, including various categories for participants to showcase their creativity and individuality. The Sin Sity Sisters will also honor several individuals from the community, inducting them into Sainthood for their consistent support of the order through their talent, sponsorship and generosity. In addition, the event's silent auction promises a plethora of enticing items, including travel excursions, specialty clothing, show tickets, and unique artwork, among other treasures. This extraordinary gala serves as one of two signature events held annually to support the Sin Sity Sisters' mission to promote HIV/AIDS awareness and assist those impacted by the virus. The Sisters’ other notable annual fundraising event – the Project Nunway fashion show – is held each October. The Sin Sity Sisters have raised more than $1 million to support Southern Nevadans in need through their SADAP program. SADAP assists all individuals in the community regardless of race, age, or gender. SADAP was created to help give life-saving assistance to anyone who is 200% above the federal poverty level. For 16 years, SADAP has assisted clients with obtaining HIV/AIDS medication and health insurance, as well as helping to prevent the disease by assisting with Prep and PEP. Most clients have been able to obtain what they need within 24 to 48 hours of contacting the Sisters. In addition, the Sisters raise money for the LGBTQ+ organizations throughout the year. To learn more about the SADAP program, visit sinsitysisters.org/sadap. The Holy Order Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence is a 501(c)(3) Nevada nonprofit organization founded in June 2005. Guided by the global mission of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Inc. in San Francisco to promulgate universal joy and expiate stigmatic guilt, the Sin Sity Sisters have raised more than $1 million to support Southern Nevadans in need through their Sisters AIDS Drug Assistance Program (SADAP). In addition, the Sisters also raise money for various other LGBTQ+ organizations throughout the year. WHERE: The Usual Place 100 S Maryland Pkwy suite 110 Las Vegas, NV 89101 WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 24 VIP admission begins at 7:30 p.m. General admission begins at 9 p.m. TICKETS: Tickets are currently available here. General admission begins at $55, plus taxes and fees. VIP tickets, as well as group booth tickets + bottle service, are also available. Guests must be 21 and older to attend.

Experience Yiddish culture as it is rarely seen around the valley at YID VEGAS, a festival of Jewish Art and Culture, this Sunday, 2/18/2024 at Temple Sinai. All are welcome to come together to engage in meaningful conversation and cultural exploration with locals and visiting artists in our community, including lectures, discussions, and a preview concert of Wild Burning Rage and Song: Replies to Scottsboro featuring poetry and music performed by composer-vocalists Heather Klein and Anthony Russell. Student tickets are available for this all day event. Visit www.templesinailv.org for tickets and more information.