Reno Arts News

HIR
2026-04-19 13:30, 2026-04-18 19:30, 2026-04-17 19:30, 2026-04-12 13:30, 2026-04-11 19:30, 2026-04-10 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Redfield Studio Theatre, 1664 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89557, United States
Reserved Seating: Adults: $25; UNR Faculty & Staff, Seniors (65+); Non-UNR Students: $20; UNR Students: $5 (Additional transaction fees may apply). Tickets and information at unr.edu/theatre-dance

Christiana Lysistrata by Vinecia Coleman
2026-04-18 14:00 | Dandini Campus, Red Mountain building room 240, 7000 Dandini Blvd, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Living in medieval times, Lysistrata hopes to stop an upcoming Crusade battle that the men in her village seem dead set on. After hearing God’s voice, Lysistrata uses the bible (the very thing the men use to oppress the women) to get all of the women in her village to stop having sex.

Classix Series | Carmina Burana
2026-04-17 00:00 - 2026-04-19 23:59 | Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Showtimes:
FRIDAY, APRIL 17: Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:30 PM
SATURDAY, APRIL 18: Doors 2:30 PM, Concert 4:00 PM
SUNDAY, APRIL 19: Doors 2:30 PM, Concert 4:00 PM
The Classix Series comes to a triumphant close in the pursuit of happiness, where the program echoes with freedom, resilience, and unrelenting joy. The evening begins with Bernstein’s electrifying On the Waterfront Symphonic Suite, pulsing with cinematic drama and raw intensity. The Reno Phil will proudly unveil a newly commissioned work by Michelle Isaac, written to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The work is inspired by the story of Mary Katherine Goddard, the only woman to sign the historic document—a testament to courage, conviction, and the power of a single voice to shape history. The season reaches its grand finale with Orff’s Carmina Burana, an exhilarating choral tour de force featuring the Reno Phil Chorus and a powerhouse trio of soloists, its thunderous rhythms and ecstatic melodies transform the concert hall into a whirlwind of fate, fortune, and unrestrained joy.
ON THE PROGRAM
Leonard Bernstein On the Waterfront: Symphonic Suite
Michelle Isaac [world premiere, Reno Phil commission]
Carl Orff Carmina Burana
TAKE NOTE: There will be 3 showtimes of this performance. The Saturday performance begins at 4:00 PM.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for 2025-26 Classix Series concerts at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts can only be purchased at this time as part of a Classix 6-concert subscription package. Single tickets for the 2025-2026 Season go on sale August 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM. For information on group rates, or other ticket discounts, please visit the Reno Phil Ticket Information Site at renophil.com/ticket-info.

Abstractly Thinking
2026-04-12 12:00 - 16:00 | Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno, 627 Mill St, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Join us at the Artists Co-op for:

“Abstractly Thinking”

April 1-30, 2026

Guest Artist: Trina Craig

Artist of the Month: Michaele Tristram

Consignment Artist of the Month: Sharon Randall

Reception: Sunday, April 12, from 12-4pm

Find out what our abstract artists are thinking and doing. There will be images you have never seen before by our talented community of creative artists. Come enjoy the art, the company, the food, and the wine.

Brüka Theatre for Children presents ~ THE SPORKALS LEAGUE - A Hero’s Adventure A Group of Misfit Superish Hero’s Bring Values & Community To Problem Solving
2026-03-31 00:00 - 23:59 | Bruka Theatre, 99 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Brüka Theatre for Children presents ~
THE SPORKALS LEAGUE – A Hero’s Adventure
A Group of Misfit Superish Hero’s Bring Values & Community To Problem Solving
PUBLIC PERFORMANCES OF: THE SPORKELS LEAGUE
A HERO’S ADVENTURE
BRÜKA THEATRE FOR CHILDREN
PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PIONEER CENTER YOUTH PROGRAMS
PUBLIC PERFORMANCE DATES:
Downtown Reno Library (Reno) — Thursday, March 26, 2026 3:00 pm
North Valleys Library (Reno) — Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:30 am
Incline Village Library (INCLINE VILLAGE) — Wednesday, June 10, 2026 4:00 pm
Lavender Festival (Reno) – Sunday, July 12, 2026 10:00 am
ALL SHOWS ARE FREE TO THE PUBLIC
In its 33rd season, Brüka Theatre proudly presents an original theatre for children production of The Sporkles League. Named for the spoon/fork variety utensil in lunchrooms, this kooky group of problem solvers is in a league of their own as they focus their talents on values and creating community. Our original Brüka Theatre For Children productions integrate theatre, history, science and social studies and tour throughout Nevada as part of The Pioneer Youth Program Roster. An Original Brüka Theatre for Children Production created by Mary Bennett. Featuring David Simpson, Jessey Richards, Riley McKinney & Kristina Worthley.
Written toward a youth perspective, problem solving, authenticity, and showing up for others are highlighted in a fast-paced sequence of stories, characters and events that connect the audience to values and community. Appropriate for the whole family, Brüka brings different styles of accessible original theatre and participation into the community so that a wide range of audiences are exposed to a deeper understanding of the story and theatrical presentations.
Brüka Theatre has been presenting live theatre in our community for 33 years. This touring production features professional actors bringing the story to life with a small set of props and costumes, incorporating physical theatrics, improvisation, and audience interaction. Select children are invited to participate in the creation of each performance, ensuring that every show is unique. Funny and insightful, this theatre troupe features top-notch performers and writers who consistently involve young people in learning and participating in theatre and related arts.
Brüka brings a variety of theatrical styles and participation in the live theatre for children performances to expose young audiences to an entertaining and deeper understanding of theatrical presentations with links to the curriculum.
Brüka Theatre partners with Pioneer Youth Programs and different venues when touring to schools and communities. Brüka Theatre is also available for private and school tours for the show.
ABOUT BRÜKA THEATRE Brüka Theatre celebrates its 33rd season of live theatre in downtown Reno – Wild Card is the theme for the 2025/2026 season. As an artistic leader in the region, Brüka is recognized for innovative productions, exceptionally talented artists, and an acclaimed Theatre for Children touring series since its founding in 1992. Central to Brüka is the commitment to the re-investigation of contemporary and classic plays and developing new plays within Brüka’s Artistic Collective, a group that includes winners of the Nevada Arts Council and Sierra Arts Foundation artist grants and now TEN local best actor honors. Brüka was named “Best Theatre Company” by Reno News and Review for twenty-one years. Brüka is a non-equity, small, not-for-profit member theater company and is a constituent of the national TCG (Theatre Communications Group). Brüka Theatre has produced hundreds of live shows in our downtown Reno location. Sign up for our newsletter by going to our website at http://www.bruka.org.

Artist In Action
2026-03-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Darkshot Coffee, 300 E. 2nd St, 89501
Stop by Darkshot Coffee, grab a hot or cold beverage, check out local art, and meet the Artist In Action:
Tricia Poulos Leonard
Thursday, March 27, 2026, from 9 am-12 pm
Located at:
Darkshot Coffee
In the lobby, 300 E. 2nd St., #101
Reno, NV 89501
About The Artist:
As a painter, I find inspiration in the world around me. I employ a personal vocabulary of marks and colors that reflects the natural world. My work varies from representational to abstract, and I am continually moving between the two styles. I tend to work in series, either with the materials I use or the exploration of imagery. Every painting is an experiment to me. My materials, techniques, and interests all direct me to a place that craves a connection to the world we live in.
#abstractartist #artistinaction #darkshotcoffee

Classix Series | Mendolssohn Violin Concerto
2026-03-22 14:30, 2026-03-21 18:00 | Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Showtimes
SATURDAY, MARCH 21: Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:30 PM
SUNDAY, MARCH 22: Doors 2:30 PM,Concert 4:00 PM
Like a great masterpiece shaped by time and intellect, the Reno Phil embarks on the pursuit of knowledge, where music unfolds with curiosity, discovery, and profound insight. At the heart of the evening is Nathan Amaral, the first prize winner of the 2024 Sphinx Competition, whose artistry illuminates Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto—a work of exquisite elegance and fiery virtuosity, as if the violin itself is searching for truth in every soaring phrase. The journey begins with Autumn Maria Reed’s Robin’s Eye View, a vivid and imaginative exploration of the world from above. The night reaches its pinnacle with Brahms’ Symphony No. 1, a work Robert Schumann once prophesied as part of Beethoven’s legacy, declaring that Brahms, wielding his “magic wand,” would reveal “wondrous glimpses into the secret world of the spirits.” From its stormy opening to its triumphant, hymn-like finale, the symphony wrestles with struggle and revelation, culminating in an exultant resolution—a testament to the brilliance that emerges when passion and intellect collide.
ON THE PROGRAM
Autumn Maria Reed Robin’s Eye View
Felix Mendelssohn Violin Concerto op. 64 in E minor
Johannes Brahms Symphony No. 1 op. 68 in C minor
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for 2025-26 Classix Series concerts at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts can only be purchased at this time as part of a Classix 6-concert subscription package. Single tickets for the 2025-2026 Season go on sale August 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM. For information on group rates, or other ticket discounts, please visit the Reno Phil Ticket Information Site at renophil.com/ticket-info.

Bat Boy: The Musical
2026-03-18 13:30, 2026-03-14 19:30, 2026-03-08 13:30, 2026-03-07 19:30, 2026-03-06 19:30 | Redfield Proscenium Theatre, Church Fine Arts, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States

Forte Spring Salon: scenes from Broadway and Opera
2026-03-15 15:00, 2026-03-13 19:00 | The Center for Spiritual Living, 4685 Lakeside Dr., Reno, NV, 89509, United States
Free! Join Forte Vocal Quartet
(a double Quartet of 8 extraordinary singers) along with guest artist, The String Beings, at the amazing Center for Spiritual Living for an elegant program of scenes from Broadway and Opera and a nod to St Patrick’s Day. With Sparkling Refreshment, an elegant award-winning string ensemble, 4-8 part vocal harmony and favorite songs and theatrical scenes in a quiet neighborhood with ample parking and comfortable seating.

LOVE? - A somewhat romantic opera & musical showcase (mostly) in english
2026-03-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | National Automobile Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
It is sometime in the late 1940s — or somewhere that remembers it. A couple of travelers are making their way to an intimate cabaret, where time lingers in cigarette smoke and warm amber light. Our story unfolds almost entirely in music as selections from opera and operetta flow into popular standards of the time, creating a collage of joy, longing, passion, heartbreak, nostalgia, and hope.
$25 – General Admission
$20 – Seniors (65+)
$15 – Students and Children
Duration: 105 minutes

Forte St Patrick’s Day Music
2026-03-14 14:00 | St Mary’s in the Mountains, 111 E St., Virginia City, NV, 89440, United States
Join Forte Vocal, Reno’s premier double vocal quartet for an afternoon of songs from the Emerald Isle at Nevada’s oldest and Irish-built Catholic Church. Come for the St Patrick’s Day Parade and stay for this heartwarming and fun salute to the Irish, St Patrick, and everything green!

Youth Art Month Festival '26
2026-03-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Lake Mansion Arts and Cultural Center, 250 Court St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Join us at the Lake Mansion for a free community art festival hosted by Arts for All Nevada! From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, you and your family can attend for a fun-filled day of creativity! We will have a wide variety of exciting activities and organizations to make this a memorable event for all ages!
Event Highlights:
– Enjoy 8 spring-themed art stations with hands-on crafts for all age groups
– Free book for every child, courtesy of Spread the Word-Nevada
– Meet local historian and Lake Mansion expert – Patty Cafferata
– Explore the open doors of the Lake Mansion, and more!
No RSVP needed – just bring your friends and family, and we’ll see you there!
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Festival del Mes del Arte Juvenil (Sábado, 14 de Marzo. 10:00am – 2:00pm)
¡Únete a nosotros en Lake Mansion para un festival de arte comunitario gratuito organizado por Arts for All Nevada! De 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m., tú y tu familia podrán disfrutar de un día lleno de diversión y creatividad. ¡Tendremos una gran variedad de actividades emocionantes y la participación de diversas organizaciones para hacer de este un evento inolvidable para todas las edades!
– Ocho estaciones de arte con temática de primavera, con manualidades prácticas para todas las edades
– Libro gratuito para cada niño, cortesía de Spread the Word Nevada
– Conoce a la historiadora local y experta en la Lake Mansion – Patty Cafferata.
– Explora las puertas abiertas de la Lake Mansion ¡y mucho más!
No se necesita confirmación de asistencia: ¡solo trae a tus amigos y familiares, y nos vemos allí!
Thanks to our sponsors – E.L. Cord Foundation, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Marshall R. Matley Foundation, The Nell J. Redfield Foundation, Nevada Arts Council, and the City of Reno for their generous support for this Festival.

Bat Boy: The Musical
2026-03-13 19:30 | Redfield Proscenium Theatre, Church Fine Arts, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Reserved Seating: Adults: $25; UNR Faculty & Staff, Seniors (65+); Non-UNR Students: $20; UNR Students: $5 (Additional transaction fees may apply). TiReserved Seating: Adults: $25; UNR Faculty & Staff, Seniors (65+); Non-UNR Students: $20; UNR Students: $5 (Additional transaction fees may apply). Tickets and information at unr.edu/theatre-danceckets and information at unr.edu/theatre-dance

Remembering Japanese American Incarceration — Nobuko Miyamoto: A Song in Movement
2026-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Please note: this event was originally scheduled for Thursday, February 19, 2026, and was postponed due to inclement weather.
In recognition of the 84th anniversary of Japanese American incarceration during World War II, join Nevada Humanities and the Reno chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League for a special screening of Tadashi Nakamura’s film Nobuko Miyamoto: A Song in Movement—a documentary that chronicles the life of Los Angeles-born artist, dancer, singer, author, and activist Nobuko Miyamoto, who was sent to the Santa Anita temporary detention center when she was only two years old. Following the screening, join us for tea and conversation in the atrium.
Free admission; tickets required.

20th Annual Photo Fandango
2026-03-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno, 627 Mill St, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Join us at the Artist Co-op for:

20th Annual Photo Fandango-“Shoot Your Best Shot”

March 1-31, 2026

Guest Artist: Alice Kreider

Reception: March 8, from 12-4pm627 Mill St., Reno, NV 89502

With over two dozen local photographers showcasing their best work, much of which has never been exhibited in any gallery until now. In March, you will see Landscapes, Abstracts, Portraits, Wildlife, and much more at the Artists Co-op.

THE ART OF BIG BAND MUSIC BY THE RENO JAZZ ORCHESTRA
2026-03-08 00:00 - 23:59 | Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, UNR, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) transforms the stage into a time machine, presenting a performance of 100 years of the boldest, brightest, and most swinging big band jazz music on March 8th, 2026, at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Reno Jazz Orchestra’s Music Director, Dr. Greg Johnson, and four-time Grammy-nominated and internationally renowned trumpeter, Mike Rocha, join the powerhouse music of the 17-piece jazz orchestra for an unforgettable adventure through jazz history as they present “The Art of Big Band” concert.
“Guest performer Mike Rocha is a talented and charismatic force in this age of musical enterprise,” said Dr. Greg Johnson. “Whether performing in formal orchestral settings, high-profile cinema appearances, in a jazz orchestra, or in costume singing and dancing, he is noted for his professional excellence and integrity.”
While Rocha plays with countless ensembles, he is most noted for his work with the Lappitt-Rocha Septet, who recently recorded their first album, “First Take.” Other artists’ groups include Christina Aguilera, Bob Dylan, Lorde, Panic! at the Disco, Trisha Yearwood, Idina Menzel, Alfie Boe and Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band & Little Phat Band, among many others.
Prices range from $10 for students with I.D. and pre-reserved seats priced at $40 and $50 through the non-profit organization’s website RenoJazzOrchestra.org. The concerts are part of the Reno Jazz Orchestra’s “Quintessence Music Series,” which offers special reduced rates for those who purchase tickets for this concert and “An Afternoon of Romance ~ The Al Jarreau Project,” May 10, 2026, on Mother’s Day.

The TEMPEST WE ARE SUCH STUFF AS DREAMS ARE MADE ON
2026-03-06 00:00 - 2026-03-22 23:59 | Bruka Theatre, 99 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Shakespeare’s play about magic, revenge, and forgiveness plays for Brüka Theatre’s 33rd Season
The TEMPEST WE ARE SUCH STUFF AS DREAMS ARE MADE ON
Performance Information:
Venue: Brüka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV
Run Dates: 6 March – 21 March 2026
March 6, 7, 11(A), 12, 13, 14, 18(OC), 19, 20, 21 @ 7:30 PM SUN Matinees: March 8, 15* @ 2 PM
Tickets: Available now at http://www.bruka.org or by calling (775) 323-3221
Tickets: Senior/Student/Military: $26 General: $30 ALL Door Tickets: $35
Artist Night: $17
Our Center Night: $22 ($5 to Our Center)
Individual tickets for Tempest on sale on February 2, 2026. Season Ticket Holders may reserve NOW.
In March of 2026, Brüka Theatre will present William Shakespeare’s The Tempest, a magical odyssey to an enchanted isle as seen through the operatic mind of a psychedelic Renaissance Atomic Wizard, and rightful Duke of Milan. Wrapped up in Shakespear’s timeless romantic masterpiece are themes of power and justice, illusion and reality, and freedom and servitude, to name a few. Our adaption is rooted in futurism in design and style providing a unique content for the interplay of Shakespeare’s extraordinary character and actions.
Dave Anderson, one Brüka Theatre’s early instigators and director of many Brüka shows including Richard III, Macbeth, King Lear, co-founder of Laughing Owl Theatre Company, and currently teaching theatre at TMCC directs Shakespeare’s THE TEMPEST. Plays March 6 – 21, 2026.
Secure Your Season Pass to the WILD CARD line-up. Purchasing a Brüka Season Ticket is the ultimate way to support the theatre while unlocking an exclusive world of benefits. Season Ticket Holders enjoy significant savings, priority advanced ticket reservations before the general public, an invitation to our annual Martini Party, and tickets to both our Theatre For Children Production and the BIGGEST little Theatre Festival in February 2026. Patron Gold Season Ticket Holders receive added luxury with special seating of their choice and a souvenir Brüka cozy cup. Plus, enjoy an Opening Night reception and a final matinee talkback for every show.
This year’s theme, “WILD CARD,” promises an unpredictable, game-changing season that continues to explore live theatre in the raw, authentic, cutting-edge style that Brüka has become known for. With our 33rd season, we truly “walk on the wild side.” In addition, our Studio 44 space will host workshops, community opportunities, house our theatrical books store, and serve as a conversational box office hub.
We are proud to be partnering with Our Center for our entire 33rd season. This collaboration includes adding an additional Wednesday night show, with a portion of the ticket sales from these nights directly benefiting the center. This is part of our commitment to partner with local non-profits to enhance the experiences of both our organizations and the wider community.
TICKET INFORMATION
Artist Night & Our Center Night Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive a discount of our regularly priced tickets. Opening Night ticket holders are invited to a post show reception and an opportunity to meet the artists. Ticket prices reflect some of the additional costs. Season Tickets are available online @ https://brukatheatre.simpletix.com/ (Under – Memberships) or call the box office @ 775-323-3221 or email: boxofficebruka@gmail.com
RESERVATIONS are available in person through the Brüka Box Office (775) 323-3221, online at http://www.bruka.org or at our new Brüka Studio 44 located next door to Bruka on First Street at 44 W. First St. Our box office hours open Thursday through Saturday from 4 – 7 PM and on occasional Wednesdays. We are closed on most holidays. Our 2024/2025 Season Tickets are on sale beginning September 1, 2024. Individual tickets go on sale the Monday after the previous show closes. Check us out at http://www.bruka.org.
All Brüka mainstage evening shows begin at 7:30 PM. Matinees begin at 2:00 PM. Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. There is NO late seating and all ticket sales are final.
PARKING
We suggest convenient parking in the Court Street parking lot across from The Pioneer Theater and walking across the new Virginia Street Bridge to Brüka, FREE after 5:00 PM and all day Saturday and Sundays. We also validate parking at the Parking Gallery on First and Sierra Street.
LOCATION Brüka Theatre is located at 99 N. Virginia Street at the corner of First and Virginia Streets in downtown Reno next to the Virginia Street Bridge.
ABOUT BRÜKA THEATRE Wild Card is the theme as Brüka Theatre celebrates its 33rd season of live theatre in the heart of downtown Reno. Since its founding in 1992, Brüka has been recognized as an artistic leader for its innovative, raw, and authentic style, featuring exceptionally talented artists and an acclaimed Theatre for Children touring series. At its core, Brüka is committed to re-investigating classic plays and developing new works within its Artistic Collective—a group with members who have won numerous state and local awards, including TEN local best actor honors. Brüka, a non-equity, small, not-for-profit constituent of the national TCG, was named “Best Theatre Company” by Reno News and Review for twenty-one years. Join our community and sign up for our newsletter at http://www.bruka.org.
