Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets in Concert
2025-10-30 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grand Theatre at the Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. 2nd St, Reno, NV, 89595, United States
Showtimes:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29: Doors 6:00 pm, Concert 7:00 pm
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30: Doors 6:00 pm, Concert 7:00 pm
Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in high-definition on a giant screen, while the Reno Phil orchestra performs John Williams’s unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.
All characters and elements © & Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
TAKE NOTE: Tickets for the Grand Theatre are sold through Ticketmaster. Please be aware of ticket scams and high-priced resale tickets. Tickets available at the following link: https://www.grandsierraresort.com/entertainment/concerts-and-shows/harry-potter-and-the-chamber-of-secrets-in-concert

Trial by Jury
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-02 14:00 - 16:00 | National Automobile Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Firebird Light Opera requests the honor of your presence at Gilbert & Sullivan’s sparkling one-act operetta, Trial by Jury.
Witness the hilarity as love and the law collide in the most musical court case of the century. Laughter, wit, and comic mischief are guaranteed as the verdict is delivered in true G&S fashion but with a wild west twist!
Following the operetta, you are cordially invited to join us for more music and merriment at a jubilant wedding reception for the happy new opera couple! A lively wedding celebration featuring karaoke with surprises, games, dancing, and food & drink available for purchase.
Come for the vows and verdict… stay for the songs and celebration!
Adult tickets are $40
Students and children 17 and under tickets are $20
Duration: 2 hours

Holiday Family Arts Festival
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Lake Mansion Arts and Cultural Center, 250 Court St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Mark your calendars, Reno families! The Holiday Family Arts Festival is back at the Lake Mansion on Saturday, November 8 from 10am to 2pm — and yes, it’s totally FREE! Bring the kids, your friends, your neighbor, everyone — and come hang out for a day of artsy fun.
Event Highlights:
– Enjoy 8 winter and holiday-themed art stations with hands-on crafts for all age groups
– Free book for every child, courtesy of Spread the Word-Nevada
– Caroling with the High Desert Harmonies
– Meet local historian and Lake Mansion expert – Patty Cafferata
– Santa will be in attendance from 11am-1pm
– Face painting
– Explore the open doors of the Lake Mansion, and more!
** We’ll also host a Toy Drive to benefit the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation so please bring a toy to share if you can.
No RSVP needed – just bring your friends and family, and we’ll see you there!
Thanks to our sponsors – the City of Reno Government Arts & Culture Commission, the Nevada Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, E.L. Cord Foundation, Marshall R. Matley Foundation, The Nell J. Redfield Foundation, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, and NV Energy Foundation for making the Holiday Family Arts Festival happen.

The Christmas Tree Farm by Adam Szymkowicz
2025-11-13 00:00 - 2025-11-22 23:59 | Dandini Campus, Red Mountain building room 240, 7000 Dandini Blvd, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Directed by Shea King
A series of vignettes, mostly love stories, taking place at a Christmas tree farm, including a breakup, a breakdown, a meet cute, four Santas, a film director, high school sweethearts, and some carolers. A holiday play about love and joy.
Performances will be on Nov. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 15 and 22 at 2 p.m. in the Performance Lab (Red Mountain Building, room 240), on the TMCC Dandini Campus.
Tickets: General Admission: $18; Senior and Veteran: $15; Educators: $12; Any Students (with valid ID): $5

Brüka Theatre Proudly Presents - TAKE FIVE: Wild Card Season - Making Art in Reno
2025-11-14 00:00 - 23:59, 2025-11-15 00:00 - 23:59 | Bruka Theatre, 99 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Brüka Theatre Proudly Presents –
TAKE FIVE: Wild Card Season – Making Art in Reno
TAKE FIVE NIGHT I, Friday, NOV 14 at 7:30 PM &
TAKE FIVE NIGHT II, Saturday, NOV 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM
(Doors open for public at 7:00 PM)
Tickets: http://www.bruka.org
TAKE FIVE Wild Card Night I or TAKE FIVE Wild Card Night II – $25 each night
(Both Nights) Part I and Part II – $40
Tickets ON Sale – 10/15/2025
Reno has seen a great deal of remarkable creation from an abundance of amazing artists over the last 33 years, since Brüka Theatre began creating innovative theater. To celebrate the Biggest Little City’s transformation to an internationally recognized arts destination, Brüka invited over 20 amazing artists from northern Nevada to show in just five entertaining minutes how they make their magic. The talented artists and community members who accepted Brüka’s TAKE FIVE challenge are passionate about their work. You will be enlightened. You will be entertained. Each night is a different group of artists sharing their secrets in two different and extraordinary evenings.
Don’t miss another top-tier arts event of 2025! Tickets are $25 for either Part I or Part II, or $40 for both evenings. Tickets available online (with a small service fee) at: https://www.simpletix.com/e/take-five-wild-card-tickets-235619
Proceeds from the TAKE FIVE event benefit Brüka Theatre’s programming and operating costs for our 33rd season. We appreciate the community’s support of our mission to produce live theatre of the highest quality for our region.
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 Brüka on First Street at 44 W. First St. Our box office hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 5 – 7 PM. We are closed on most holidays. Our 2024/2025 Season Tickets are on sale beginning September 1, 2025. 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
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.
The MISSION of Brüka Theatre
To create and share the experience of innovative theatre.

Artist In Action
2025-11-14 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

Friday, November 14, 2025, from 9 am-12 pm

Located at:Darkshot CoffeeIn the lobby, 300 E. 2nd St., #101Reno, 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.

Stravinsky: The American Dream
2025-11-15 19:30 | Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, UNR, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Join the Reno Chamber Orchestra for Stravinsky: The American Dream. Highlighting works by composers who immigrated to Americaber Orchestra

Deck The Walls
2025-11-16 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno, 627 Mill St, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Deck The Walls At The Artists Co-op!
November 16-December 28,2025
There will be two receptions: November 16th and December 14th, both from 12-4pm
Discover hand-made art and gifts for the holidays at the Artists Co-op. Each year, dozens of local artists and artisans come together for this holiday celebration of art and creativity. Join us at the Artists Co-op of Reno for the receptions and meet the artists. Discover the beauty of the season.

Stravinsky: The American Dream
2025-11-16 14:00 | Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, UNR, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
Join the Reno Chamber Orchestra for Stravinsky: The American Dream. Highlighting works by composers who immigrated to America

TMCC Portfolio Emphasis Showcase Austin Arazosa, Aileen Huerta, Sean McHaney
2025-11-20 17:00 - 19:00 | McKinley Arts and Culture Center, 925 Riverside Drive, Reno, NV, 89503, United States
November 17 – December 23, 2025
We invite you to explore the Truckee Meadows Community College Portfolio Emphasis Showcase. “3 Visions” features a series of figurative works created by TMCC Art 298 Portfolio Emphasis students Austin Arazosa, Aileen Huerta, and Sean McHaney. Each artist presents a unique perspective, using painting and drawing to investigate identity, perception, and the complexities of human expression. Together, their works highlight the diverse approaches and voices emerging from TMCC’s Visual Arts program, offering viewers an opportunity to experience three distinct artistic visions united by a shared focus on figurative practice.
Sean McHaney on their work: “In the series 5 and 5, I explore the fragile line between beauty and danger. My subjects are women, depicted in vulnerable poses, placed into ominous environments that turn beauty into something both admired and threatened. By repeating the same two images across five different mediums, I amplify and condemn the tension between desire and fear.”
Aileen Huerta on their work: “En Tu Ausencia” (in your absence) is a series of acrylic paintings exploring the emotional impact of growing up with an absent parent. Through the use of small abstract line work and color symbolism, I transform memories of loneliness into dream-like reflections of acceptance. This series represents my journey towards healing and finding closure in what once felt incomplete.
Together, these three artists create a multifaceted exploration of reality, emotion, and connection. The Portfolio Emphasis Showcase is a testament to their individual visions and artistic growth. We encourage you to immerse yourself in their work and experience the unique narrative each artist conveys through their creative practices.
Gallery West, located in McKinley Arts & Culture Center is one of three galleries operated by the City of Reno. To learn more please visit: https://www.reno.gov/community/arts-culture/city-art-galleries

Fall Dance Festival
2025-11-20 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 student and alumni artists.
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

Higher Elevation Music's Camerata at St Luke's Lutheran Church, Reno
2025-11-21 19:00 | St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 3835 Lakeside Dr, Reno, NV, 89509, United States
Join Higher Elevation Music’s Camerata for the opening night of its Fall 2025 Concert Series, hosted in the warm acoustics of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Reno.
This intimate chamber performance invites audiences to experience world-class musicianship in a setting that feels both close and inspiring. The program features timeless works that highlight the spirit of collaboration and beauty at the heart of classical music.
Your ticket purchase directly supports Sierra Kids Foundation, which helps children with developmental needs, and Higher Elevation Music’s mission to make live classical performance accessible throughout the Reno–Tahoe community.
Tickets:
Patron – $80 (front seating & early access)
General Admission – $40
Explorer – $10 (for those new to classical music)
Pay What You Can – Flexible option for accessibility
When: Friday, November 21 · 7:00 PM
Where: St. Luke’s Lutheran Church · Reno, NV
Come experience the start of a musical journey that uplifts, connects, and inspires.

Fall Dance Festival 2025
2025-11-21 19:30, 2025-11-22 13:30, 2025-11-22 19:30 | Redfield Proscenium Theatre, Church Fine Arts, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States

Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents "Home for the Holidays"
2025-12-07 14:00 | Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, UNR, 1335 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89512, United States
The Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) will present its Home for the Holidays concert on December 7, 2025, at 2:00 pm at the University of Nevada, Reno, Nightingale Concert Hall.
“This year’s performance will feature classic selections such as ‘Home for the Holidays’ and ‘Silent Night,’ among other rearranged favorites, all performed in a Big Band style,” said Dr. Greg Johnson, Reno Jazz Orchestra’s Music Director.
“In addition, the Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will open the event, and three of the region’s distinguished vocalists—Whitney Myer, Kyle Rea and Cami Thompson—will perform. All combined, the Reno Jazz Orchestra promises an idyllic family outing that will leave everyone feeling merry and bright,” said Johnson.
The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will kick off their 20th season with their annual holiday show, continuing their tradition of showcasing young talent.
Whitney Myer is a singer, songwriter, and real estate professional from Reno, known for her strong vocal abilities and engaging live performances. She has performed on national platforms such as The Voice and throughout Reno, consistently earning recognition for her musical talent and presence.
Kyle Rea is a local vocalist who seamlessly bridges classic and contemporary pieces with his exceptional talent. Whether he’s performing solo or with an orchestra, he’s a vocal powerhouse who promises a truly special evening, joining the Orchestra to add to the holiday magic.
Cami Thompson is a singer, actor, band leader, music director, arranger, songwriter and teacher who has gained a worldwide reputation for wowing audiences around the world with her 4-octave voice of great beauty, control, and passion, as well as her zany wit.
Tickets with pre-reserved seating are available for $30, $40 and $50. Student tickets are $10 with a valid ID. To purchase, visit RenoJazzOrchestra.org or call (775) 372-6160.

Artist In Action
2025-12-11 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:

Deanna M. Cordova

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 9 am-12 pm

Located at:Darkshot CoffeeIn the lobby, 300 E. 2nd St., #101Reno, NV 89501

About The Artist:Deanna M Cordova, a vibrant multidisciplinary artist originally from San Mateo, California, now draws inspiration from the enchanting landscapes of northern Nevada. She began her artistic journey at the Academy of Art University in 2004 and then transitioned to graphic design, refining her skills at Truckee Meadows Community College. In 2019, she realized her dream, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from Bellevue University.As a freelancer, Deanna’s artistic vision shines through logos, t-shirt designs, and commissioned watercolor portraits, demonstrating her mastery of diverse mediums. In 2023, she embraced fine arts, presenting her original works in galleries. “Sunset in Joshua Tree” earned her an Honorable Mention Award in the Latimer Art Club’s 16th Annual Miniature Show.Deanna’s journey continues in 2024 with a group exhibition at the Artists Co-Op Gallery in Reno, a testament to her growth. Specializing in animal portraits, particularly endangered species, she utilizes art to reveal their innate beauty and raise awareness. Deanna’s intricate portrayals foster a profound connection with the animal world.A member of esteemed artistic organizations like the Sierra Watercolor Society and the American Watercolor Society, Deanna is dedicated to preserving the natural world’s beauty. In a world of diverse artistic expressions, she serves as a beacon, illuminating nature’s splendor and the plight of endangered creatures. Through her art, Deanna strives to evoke appreciation and awareness, urging us to protect and cherish the wondrous world we inhabit.

Humanities at Play: Poetry Readings with Jesse James Ziegler and Elisa Garcia
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Nevada Humanities Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/humanitiesatplay)
Join Nevada Humanities in conversation with City of Reno Poet Laureate, Jesse James Ziegler, and local poet Elisa Garcia! We will spend the evening learning about Ziegler’s tenure as the City of Reno Poet Laureate, listening to some of his original poems and those of Elisa Garcia’s, and learning more about the future and community of poetry and northern Nevada. Audience participation is welcome and encouraged!
Humanities at Play explores and showcases the significance of the humanities in everyday life through games, media, and popular culture. Join us for dynamic and interactive online and in-person events designed to spark thoughtful conversation and reflection. Learn more at nevadahumanities.org/humanities-at-play.

Spirit of the Season | A Very Merry Road Trip: Holidays Across America
2025-12-12 00:00 - 2025-12-14 23:59 | Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Showtimes:
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12: Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:00 PM
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13: Two showtimes – Doors 1:00 PM, Concert 2:00 PM & Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:00 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14: Doors 1:00 PM, Concert 2:00 PM
Buckle up for the ultimate holiday adventure as we take you on a musical road trip across America! In this one-of-a-kind holiday spectacular, your Reno Phil Orchestra & Chorus, along with special guest performers, bring the sounds of the holidays from every corner of the United States to life. From the bright lights of New York to the sunny shores of California, our country’s unique holiday spirit is captured in a symphonic celebration that’s sure to dazzle. This family-friendly event promises something for everyone. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday season, start a new tradition, and create lasting memories with loved ones. Join us for an unforgettable journey across America—where the magic of the holidays and the beauty of our nation come together in perfect harmony!
TICKET INFORMATION
Classix Subscriber Pre-sale begins September 5 at 10AM. Tickets on Sale September 10 at 10AM. Please note there will be no video on demand option this year.

Sagebrush to Sandstone: Winter Haiku Workshop with John Arsenault
2025-12-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, 1664 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89557, United States
People gather in
a bare cherry grove. Healing
ceremony starts.
Join Nevada Humanities and local poet and educator John Arsenault on Saturday, December 13, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm for a Sagebrush to Sandstone workshop celebrating the art and beauty of haiku in the wintertime. This workshop will take place indoors at the Fleischmann Planetarium’s small classroom (1664 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89557) with a brief outdoor walk through the nearby cherry blossom garden on the UNR campus. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about a brief history of haiku and draft and practice their own haiku inspired by nature.
This workshop is open to participants of all ages and skill levels. Pencil and paper will be provided.
Space for this event is limited and registration in advance is required.
This program is supported with funding by the Charles Redd Center for Western Studies at Brigham Young University.

3rd Annual "Emerging Artists" Exhibit
2026-01-04 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 Gallery of Reno for:

3rd Annual “Emerging Artists” Exhibit

January 2-31, 2026

Guest Artist: John McCarthy

Reception: Sunday, Jan 4, from 12-4pm627 Mill St., Reno, NV 89502

This Year’s Artists:Kaylee Smith, Tanja Hester, Camille Stegman, Audrey George, and Shelby Rodriguez.
For the third year, we at the Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno are introducing five new, emerging artists to the Reno Community!This is an opportunity to be among the first to experience for yourself the extraordinary work of these gifted artists.

We are open 7 days a week from 11am-4pm

Artist In Action
2026-01-15 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:
Michaele Tristram
Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 9 am-12 pm
Located at:
Darkshot Coffee
In the lobby, 300 E. 2nd St., #101
Reno, NV 89501

About The Artist:
I started my artistic career in 1962. I went to work for the Riverside Press – Enterprise in Riverside, California as a staff artist. I worked for newspapers and advertising agencies until I moved to Nevada in 1974.
My passion has always been the West, especially horses. I have traveled all over the West, mostly on horseback. I work from my own reference material, my own photos or personal experience. I draw with graphite, ink, and colored pencil. I paint with acrylic, oil, and watercolor. I recently built a 700-square-foot studio and gallery on my house in Washoe Valley.
I can be reached there at 775 443 8558. I also have a retail gallery at the Nevada Marketplace in the Reno Town Mall. 4001 S. Virginia St. Or at the Artist’s Co-Op at Wells and Mill St. Reno, Nevada.

LONELY PLANET
2026-01-16 00:00 - 2026-01-31 23:59 | Bruka Theatre, 99 N Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
BRÜKA THEATRE 33rd ANNIVERSARY SEASON WILD CARD
LONELY PLANET
A HEARTWARMING STORY OF FRIENDSHIP, LOVE & SURVIVAL
Written by Steven Dietz
Directed by Stacey Spain
January 16, 17, 21(A), 22, 23, 24, 28(OC)*, 29, 30, 31 @ 7:30 PM
SUN Matinees: January 18**, 25*** @ 2 PM
*Our Center Night – Preshow “Living Memory: An Intergenerational Conversation” A sixty Minute Conversation with hosted appetizers and drinks. Held at Bruka Studio 44.
** Post Show First Sunday Matinee – “Echoes of the Epidemic: Remembering and Reconnecting” Talk Back Panel Moderated by Dramaturg Dr. Allen Ratliff and Director Stacey Spain
*** Post Show Second Sunday Matinee – Production Elements Talkback with Cast/Crew/Company
TICKET PRICES
Senior/Student/Military $26 General Tickets $30
All Tickets $35 at the Door
A = Artist Night $17 All Tickets
OC = Our Center Night $22 All Tickets ($5 to Our Center)
*Followed by a talk-back with the company
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ON SALE ON: DECEMBER 8, 2025
LONELY PLANET ONLINE TICKET LINK: https://brukatheatre.simpletix.com/
Reno, NV – January, 2026 The new year brings LONELY PLANET a play by Steven Dietz set in 1988 during the AIDS epidemic. The play explores themes of friendship, fear, mortality, and responsibility through their interactions, using maps as a metaphor for finding one’s way. Directed by Stacey Spain, whose past credits include them as our Playwright in residence with The Kincaids, directing The Book Of Will and acting in The Beauty Queen of Lennane and Night Mother. Featuring the impeccable acting of Rod Hearn and Bradford Kai’ai’ai in this two-person show. Running January 16 – January 31, 2026 in The Sub-Bruka Theatre at Bruka Theatre in downtown Reno.
LONELY PLANET is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection.
THE STORY: The plot revolves around Jody, a reserved map store owner who rarely leaves his shop, and his energetic friend Carl, who brings chairs into the store to symbolize friends lost to AIDS. The play explores themes of memory, truth, and friendship as the two men navigate their fears and the changing world. Lonely Planet premiered in 1993 at the height of the AIDS Epidemic.
OUTREACH INFORMATION: There will be a Pre Show Event at Our Center in Mid-Town: A Historical Context and Storytelling Workshop for LGBTQ+ elders, young queer adults (ages 16–25). This storytelling circle opens the sharing of firsthand experiences of the AIDS era, activism, and community loss and resilience. This will be a guided dialogue facilitated by Dr. Allen Ratliff. January 8th 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm 1745 South Wells Avenue.
Our Center Out and About Performance will have a PRESHOW RECEPTION in Studio 44 at Bruka on Wednesday, January 28th at 6:00 pm. “Living Memory: An Intergenerational Conversation” A sixty Minute Conversation with hosted appetizers and drinks.
All Sunday matinees will feature post show talks. On the first Sunday matinee on January 18, Our Center will host a POSTSHOW AUDIENCE TALKBACK PANEL onstage at Bruka: “Echoes of the Epidemic: Remembering and Reconnecting” Immediately following select performance – Sunday, January 25 th moderating the panel are Director Stacey Spain and Dramaturg Dr. Allen Ratliff.
TICKET INFORMATION
Artist Night Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive a discount on our regularly priced tickets. Opening Night ticket holders are invited to a post-show reception and an opportunity to meet the artists. Our Center Night tickets include a $5 donation to Our Center. Ticket prices reflect some of the additional costs. Season Tickets are available online @ https://brukatheatre.simpletix.com/ (Under – Memberships) or call the box office at 775-323-3221 or email: boxofficebruka@gmail.com
ACCOMODATIONS: Brüka As the performances take place in our Sub-Bruka Space, please contact us in advance so we can accommodate your needs. We have special elevator access available as well as other provisions to make your visit comfortable. Contact the box office at 775-323-3221 or email: boxofficebruka@gmail.com
RESERVATIONS are available in person through the Brüka Box Office phone number (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. 1st St. Our in-person box office hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 5 – 7 PM. We are closed on most holidays. Our 2025/2026 Season Tickets are on sale beginning September 1, 2025. 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 1st and Sierra Street. The Downtown Ambassadors are present before and after performances for guidance and safety.
LOCATION Brüka Theatre is located at 99 N. Virginia Street at the corner of 1st and Virginia Streets in downtown Reno, next to the Virginia Street Bridge. Please let us know if you require ADA accommodations by calling us at (775)-323-3221 or emailing us at boxofficebruka@gmail.com
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.
ABOUT OUR CENTER:
The Our Center mission is to maintain a safe, empowering, and supportive center for the LGBTQ+ community and allies that addresses advocacy, education, and services. We seek to build, connect, and strengthen the LGBTQ+ community through community building, arts and culture programming, and inclusive activities.

Humanities at Play: Gamifying Learning and Educational Tabletop Games with Ashley Warren
2026-01-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join Nevada Humanities Program Manager Kathleen Kuo in conversation with writer and narrative game designer Ashley Warren on Friday, January 23, 2026 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm for a livestreamed Humanities at Play program. Using real life examples from NASA and other sources with education as their focus, we will discuss how tabletop role-playing games have been used to teach history, science, and other critical skills in the classroom and beyond.
Humanities at Play explores and showcases the significance of the humanities in everyday life through games, media, and popular culture. Join us for dynamic and interactive online and in-person events designed to spark thoughtful conversation and reflection. Learn more at nevadahumanities.org/humanities-at-play.
Ashley Warren is an award-winning writer and narrative designer who has developed, produced, and co-authored numerous bestselling titles for Dungeons & Dragons including the Uncaged Anthology series, Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden, Heckna!, and Legendlore. She serves as the director of the Storytelling Collective, a global online writing program for independent creative storytellers. Ashley is best known for her immersive, atmospheric storytelling that she lends to both games and fiction, and she is passionate about exploring themes of culture, identity, and folklore in her work. She holds a Masters in Literacy Studies from the University of Nevada-Reno.

Classix Series | Elgar Cello Concerto
2026-01-25 18:00 | Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Showtimes:
SATURDAY, JANUARY 25: Doors 6:00 PM, Concert 7:30 PM
SUNDAY, JANUARY 26: Doors 2:30 PM, Concert 4:00 PM
From the depths of longing to the heights of euphoria, the Reno Phil and guest conductor Nicholas Hersh embark on a stirring pursuit of peace, where every note seeks solace, strength, and triumph. The journey begins with Grażyna Bacewicz’s Overture, a dazzling burst of orchestral brilliance that crackles with energy. She broke new ground as she continued writing music while war threatened to destroy her country. Davidson Fellow Zlatomir Fung takes center stage for Elgar’s Cello Concerto, a soul-baring masterpiece that speaks in whispers and echoes in eternity. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 brings the evening to a jubilant close, its relentless rhythms and soaring melodies sweeping us toward a finale that dances with unshakable joy.
ON THE PROGRAM
Grażyna Bacewicz Overture
Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 7 op. 92 in A Major
Edward Elgar Cello Concerto op. 85 in E 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 http://www.renophil.com.

Year of the Horse Art Reception
2026-01-29 17:00 - 19:00 | McKinley Arts and Culture Center, 925 Riverside Drive, Reno, NV, 89503, United States
McKinley Arts & Culture Center
Gallery West
January 5th- February 12th, 2026
Reception: Thursday, January 29th, 2026
5pm-7pm
Lasting Dose Tattoo has been hosting a “Year of the …” show since 2016 in their gallery at 888 S. Virginia St, Midtown. Celebrating the beauty and diversity of the Chinese Zodiac, this theme allows artists to interpret the influence which that animal, and its reputed attributes, have on one’s personality born within a particular year in the Chinese Zodiacs 12 year cycle.
Over the years, Lasting Dose has had artists from a variety of stylistic backgrounds contribute their works in their gallery. Tattooers, fine artists, graffiti artists, sculptors, wood workers, illustrators, and many more.
Lasting Dose Tattoo originally opened in 2006 under the name, “Nightmare Studios Tattoo.” In 2015, they decided to rebrand and expand into what is now Lasting Dose Tattoo & Art Collective. The new space is equipped with a larger front lobby, a larger tattoo artist staff, and an attached art gallery.
To find out more about Lasting Dose Tattoo visit http://www.lastingdosetattoo.com or follow them on Instagram @lastingdosetattoo
The McKinley Gallery is one of three galleries operated by the City of Reno and open to the public, free of charge, Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. To learn more, please visit: McKinley Gallery East and West | City of Reno
