Weekend Warrior (Jan 24-27)

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK
JAN 24-27 & JAN 31-FEB 2
RENO LITTLE THEATRE

Spend an evening or afternoon at Reno Little Theatre where you’ll enjoy a local production of Barefoot in the Park.  Directed by Scott Hernandez & Alex Franke, the cast of local actors and guest dancers from Around the Stage Modern Dance Company offer a performance you won’t want to miss.  The product of playwright Neil Simon, Barefoot in the Park debuted on Broadway in 1963 and was the 10th longest running non-musical play in Broadway history.  It tells the story of the first few days of the post-honeymoon period for newly minted attorney Paul and his bride Corie as they move into the fifth-floor walkup of a crumbling brownstone in New York City.  During the course of four days, the couple learns to live together while facing the usual daily hiccups of life.  Barefoot in the Park plays during the next two weekends, so check out the dates, showtimes and special offers at RenoLittleTheatre.org.

TRAVIS TRITT
FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 (8 pm)
NUGGET CASINO RESORT – NUGGET BALLROOM

Over the last 30 years, Travis Tritt has made a massive name for himself in the world of country music.  The singer, songwriter and actor has racked up more than 40 hits on the Hot Country Songs charts, including 5 that rose to #1, along with 15 other Top 10 singles.  Travis Tritt chart-toppers are, “It’s a Great Day to Be Alive,” “Help Me Hold On,” “Anymore,” “Can I Trust You With My Heart?” “Foolish Pride” and “Best of Intentions.”  His talents have earned him multiple music awards, including two Grammy Awards and four awards from the Country Music Association.  Purchase your tickets in advance to see this special 100% acoustic performance at NuggetCasinoResort.com.

BREW HAHA
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 (VIP 7 pm, General 8 pm)
NUGGET CASINO RESORT – NUGGET BALLROOM

Brew HaHa, one of Reno-Sparks’ most popular beer-tasting events, is back!  Wet your whistle, enjoy live music from Canadian rock band Left of Centre, and support Sierra Arts Foundation all at the same time!  With over 100 beers available, all-you-can-drink-responsibly are yours for the tasting.  Pre-event tickets start at $50 for general admission.  However, for $20 more, the VIP option may be the way to go!  VIPs get in one hour early, enjoy tasty appetizers, and have the opportunity to speak with the brewers.  All who attend will go home with a commemorative pint tumbler.  Price of admission increases $10 at the door, so buy in advance at NuggetCasinoResort.com.  Please don’t drink and drive.

WINTER WHITEOUT
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 (8 pm-1 am)
WHITNEY PEAK HOTEL – CARGO CONCERT HALL

Winter Whiteout returns as one of Basecamp Festival’s series of concerts in Northern Nevada.  Cargo Concert Hall hosts this year’s lineup of relevant artist, and features headliner Borgore.  Borgore’s music is described as “dubstep” with heavy elements of with triplet drum patterns, rap and metal influences.  I tried to find a video that wasn’t too vulgar in language or sexual content to post here, but couldn’t find one that I thought was appropriate for our blog.  So if you want to see and hear what Borgore is all about, you can Google his videos yourself.  Purchase tickets at EventBrite.com and remember that this really is a “Whiteout,” so wear WHITE!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 (8 pm)
SILVER LEGACY – GRANDE EXPOSITION HALL

When music legends Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash get together for an impromptu jam session and then decide to record it, it’s likely going to make some history, right?  The Broadway Musical Million Dollar Quartet honors this historic event, bringing together four amazing performers skillfully recreating the recording session that took place on December 4, 1956 at the Sun Records Studios in Memphis.  The musical features a score of hits including”Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Walk the Line,” and many more!  Purchase tickets in advance and learn more at SilverLegacyReno.com.

VETERAN’S ART PROJECT
ON DISPLAY THROUGH FEBRUARY 15
McKINLEY ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER – GALLERY EAST

The David J. Drakulich Foundation for Freedom of Expression works with veterans, active duty service men and women, and their families to provide arts education.  The foundation works in honor of David J. Drakulich, KIA Afghanistan, to help provide the healing potential of art for people affected by war.  The McKinley Arts & Culture Center Gallery East presents works currently on display from the foundation’s Veterans Art Project.  Each piece is a display of the veteran’s talent, freedom, and healing.  For more information, please visit Reno.gov.

COMBAT PAPER NEVADA
ON DISPLAY THROUGH FEBRUARY 15
McKINLEY ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER – GALLERY WEST

The McKinley Arts & Culture Center Gallery West presents works currently on display from the The David J. Drakulich Foundation‘s Combat Nevada Paper. Combat Paper is made from retired military uniforms.  The uniforms are deconstructed and formed into a pulp and are then used to create pieces of art.  Each artist featured at McKinley Arts & Culture Center has a connection with the military, either through personal service or through family, and the art tells each person’s story of that connection, creating something truly powerful to view.  For more information about this touching exhibit, please visit Reno.gov.

As winter marches on, so too does the “Come in from the Cold” Family Entertainment Series at Bartley Ranch’s Heritage Interpretive Center.  This weekend marks the 3rd of 10 special performances happening every Saturday and features a special night of entertainment New Orleans style from Chris Wessel’s Jazz/Dixie Review.  It’s going to be a “good time,” complete with plectrum banjo, vocals, sax, guitar and bass!  Doors open at 5:30 for the 7 pm show, and a $3 donation per guest is appreciated.  The 200-seat venue does fill, so arrive early, snag your seat, and perhaps get to know somebody new!  VisitWashoeCounty.us to check out the lineup for the entire season.

THE ARTIFICIAL JUNGLE
THURS-SAT, JANUARY 24-26 (7:30 pm) and SUN, JANUARY 27 (2 pm)
RESTLESS ARTIST THEATRE – 295 20th St., Sparks, NV

Playwright Charles Ludlam premiered his suspense thriller The Artificial Jungle at New York’s Ridiculous Playhouse in 1986. The play was to be his last before Ludlam’s unexpected death in 1987.  The synopsis… “Chester Nurdiger lives in the back of his pet shop with his mother and his bored wife.  One day a drifter comes along and they hire him to work in the shop.  Sparks are ignited between the bored wife Roxanne and the slick Zachary Slade.  They plot to murder Chester and feed him to the piranhas.”  The New York Post proclaimed The Artificial Jungle to be, “wildly hilarious” and New York Daily News reported, “Barely 20 seconds into the play the audience is already chortling.  Lust, murder, maternal devotion…  It has everything.”  Purchase your tickets to see Restless Artist Theatre’s production this weekend at BrownPaperTickets.com.

COMING JANUARY 29…

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: PROJECT HOMELESS CONNECT
TUESDAY, JANUARY 29 (8 am-12 pm)
RENO EVENTS CENTER VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!

If you’re looking for a worthy project to help out with, and you’re available the morning of this Tuesday, Jan 29, Project Homeless Connect needs you!  The annual event is organized by Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada and brings together 80-100 vendors providing basic resources to people in need.  Assistance ranges from healthcare and veterinarian services to basic resources like food or a haircut.  Project Homeless Connect is specifically in need of a vet and hair stylists this year.  Volunteers can also assist with checking folks in, serving coffee and more.  If you want to help, email Jordan Stiteler.  For information about the event, visit CCSNN.org and KoloTV.com.

Since last Sunday’s most recent dumping, the Sierras have been storm free.  This is your weekend to shred the groomers!  Want the most current information for lifts, trails and conditions on the mountains?  Here are the reports for all of our local resorts:

Mt. Rose
Northstar
Squaw Valley-Alpine Meadows
Diamond Peak
Heavenly
Kirkwood
Sugar Bowl

FEATURED LOCAL ESTABLISHMENT…

Are you in the mood for a mouthwatering pastry or bread quite possibly sent from Heaven?  Flakey and sweet croissants, delectable and savory croissants, seasonal scones, banana and pumpkin breads, danishes, country breads, seeded breads, and more…  Perenn Bakery, one of Midtown Reno’s newest establishments is proudly serving all of these amazing, fresh baked goods with love!  Visit PerennBakery.com to view the tempting menu, and stop in this weekend for a taste.  You’ll be glad you did!

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