Reno Arts News

Off Peak
2023-11-03 19:30 - 2023-11-13 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Restless Artists Theatre, 295 20th St, Sparks, NV, 89431, United States
When two old flames run into each other on the evening commute, different views of the same past threaten to derail their connection. A new play about forgiving, forgetting, and the healing power of a good delay.

Fall Dance Festival 2023
2023-11-02 19:30 | Redfield Proscenium Theatre, Church Fine Arts, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
The Fall Dance Festival is an annual dance concert featuring the innovative choreography of our student artists. This year, student and recent alumni choreographers have each conceived, de-signed, and directed their works for presentation on the Redfield Proscenium stage. A diverse show of creative talent not to be missed!
Parking: Parking is free on art-events evenings (weekdays after 6:30pm and weekends) in the Brian J. Whalen Parking Complex top floor (level 5), located on North Virginia Street between 14th and 15th Streets.

"Windows to the Soul; More Than Portraits" Reception
2023-11-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Metro Gallery at City Hall
Metro Gallery hosts watercolor portrait artist James Gayles. Windows to the Soul; More than Portraits is a love letter to the City of Reno, dedicated to the Memory of Oliver X. The body of work shows a command of watercolor that clearly comes from a real relationship and comfort with the materials. Each piece draws you in deeper, particularly through the eyes which James notes “are indeed the windows to the soul.” A central theme of James’ work is the search for cultural identity. This is evidenced in his portraits of African cultures and people of the African Diaspora.
“I am committed to cultivating artists, liberating experiences of the African and Black Diaspora through art and sharing my work with the world. My vision is to put beautiful, uplifting, and enlightening work out in the world and to inspire young and upcoming artists. I see art as a vehicle to educate, by portraying ancestral icons who youth and all people can be proud of and admire.” -James Gayles
James Gayles is an Emmy Award-winning graphic designer and artist who specializes in watercolor portraits. James attended Pratt Institute in New York. James has won public art commissions from cities across the US and Asia. He is committed to cultivating artists and sharing his work. The artist currently lives and works in Reno, Nevada.
https://www.jamesgayles.com/
The Metro Gallery at Reno City Hall is one of three galleries operated by the City of Reno. Metro Gallery is open to the public and free of charge. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The gallery is accessible through City Hall’s ground floor entrance on Virginia Street. Parking is available in the City Hall parking garage (NW corner of First St. & Center St.). Parking Validation can be found inside City Hall. To learn more please visit: https://www.reno.gov/community/arts-culture/city-art-galleries or contact City of Reno Arts & Culture at 775.334.6264

The Biggest Little Lip Sync Battle
2023-10-29 20:00 | Good Luck Macbeth, 124 West Taylor Street, Reno, NV, 89509, United States
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at the Biggest Little Lip Sync Battle! Join us, and your host Edgar Allan Hoe, for an unforgettable evening of one-of-a-kind, choreographed lip syncs by local performers that will end in a showdown between the two BEST lip-syncers. Whether you’re a seasoned drag performer or just want to have a blast with friends, this in-person event is the place to be.
When: Sunday, October 29, 2023, 8:00pm
Where: Good Luck Macbeth, 124 West Taylor Street, Reno, NV, USA
Purchase “pay what you can” tickets online or cash-only at the door.
Bring your A-game and channel your favorite artists as you may be selected to take the stage and lip sync your heart out. With a lively atmosphere and an enthusiastic audience, this event promises to be a night of non-stop laughter, awe and entertainment. There will also be a bar and concessions available on the night of, so invite your friends, grab a drink and enjoy the show!
And for our very first show ever, what better theme to kick off with than Halloween. Costumes encouraged. Don’t miss out on the Biggest Little Lip Sync Battle – it’s going to be epic!
Now, let’s put those lips to work!

Windows to the Soul; More Than Portraits
2023-10-16 - 2023-12-01 | Metro Gallery at City Hall

"One of Us" - A Sideshow Group Art Show
2023-10-13 08:00 - 2023-10-31 17:00 | Pitch Black Printing Co., 700 E. 4th St #A., Reno, NV, United States

BRÜKA THEATRE’S THIRTY WONDERFUL SEASON - THE SHOW MUST GO ON THE REFLECTIONS OF TARANTULA JONES
2023-10-06 19:30 - 2023-10-29 14:00 | Bruka Theatre, 99 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
BRÜKA THEATRE’S THIRTY WONDERFUL SEASON – THE SHOW MUST GO ON
THE REFLECTIONS OF TARANTULA JONES
A Classically Spellbinding & Immersive Theatre Experience
A Rosebud Matches Creation
October 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 18(A), 19, 20, (No Shows 21 & 22) 25, 26, 27, 28 @ 7:30 PM
Matinees: October 15 & 29* @ 2:00 PM
Senior/Student/Military $26 General Tickets $30 All Tickets $35 at the Door
A = Artist Night $17 All Tickets
TARANTULA JONES ONLINE TICKET LINK: https://www.bruka.org/boxoffice
Reno, NV. Brüka Theatre presents an original, immersive theatre experience for October with the reflections of Tarantula Jones. This magical web weaves an experience of suspense throughout a reinvented way of experiencing live performance at Brüka Theatre, traveling the audience into a gallimaufry of classic literature come to life. This spine tingling journey blends site specific entertainment, interaction and fun. Audiences meet in The Looking Glass Cabaret to begin this theatrical adventure. This is Brüka’s first show of the “Thirty Wonderful” season. The show plays for 15 total performances.
ADVISORY: Tarantula Jones is suitable for ages 16 and up. Mature Themes. This performance takes place throughout the Brüka’s space. If you have any special needs please let us know in advance so we may appropriately accommodate you. Some segments require standing for 15 minutes or less.
THE REFLECTIONS OF TARANTULA JONES runs approximately two hours with one intermission. Evening shows begin at 7:30 pm. The Sunday matinees begin at 2:00 pm. The matinee on October 29 is followed by a talkback with the company and audience. The doors open a half an hour before curtain time.
SHOW TIMES: 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.
PRICES: General admission: $30. Admission for Students/Seniors/Military: $26. All tickets are $35 at the door. Additional Ticket fees will be incurred on all online and phone ticket transactions. All sales are final. Ticket exchanges incur a $3 per ticket fee, space permitting.
RESERVATIONS: In person or by phone through the Brüka Box Office (775) 323-3221. Online
at http://www.bruka.org or at the Melting Pot World Emporium @ their location: 1049 S. Virginia Street, Reno. Our box office is open Thursdays through Saturdays. From 3-6 PM and Wednesdays by appointment.
PARKING: Court Street parking lot across from The Pioneer Theater. FREE after 5:00 PM weekdays and NO CHARGE on weekends. We validate 5 hour parking at the Parking Gallery on First and Sierra Street. Fee is $1 for the first 5 hours and $3 for every additional hour.
ABOUT BRÜKA THEATRE: Brüka Theatre is entering its 31st season of live theatre in downtown Reno. Brüka’s theme for the 2023/2024 season is: “Thirty Wonderful – The Show Must Go On.” A full season of live theatre with season tickets and season auditions. As an artistic leader in the region, Brüka is recognized for innovative productions, exceptionally talented artists and 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 nine local best actor honors. Brüka was named “Best Theatre Company” by Reno News and Review for twenty-one years. Brüka is a constituent company of TCG (Theatre Communications Group). Brüka Theatre has produced over 200 shows in our downtown Reno location. Sign up for our newsletter by going to our website at http://www.bruka.org.
