Weekend Warrior (Jan 31-Feb 3)

TOM McCLAIN
THURS, JAN 31 (7:30 pm), FRI, FEB 1 (6:30 & 8:3O pm) & SAT, FEB 2 (6:30 & 9:30 pm)
RENO-TAHOE COMEDY CLUB (Pioneer Underground) & LEX Nightclub (in GSR)

Spend an evening of hilarity with Tom McClain!  This super likable guy is a popular radio personality and comedian out of Ventura, CA.  On stage, “Big Tom” has a unique ability to draw out the fun-loving immature adult in all of us.  He pulls from his many life experiences, from growing up in one of Sacramento’s roughest areas, to spoiling his two young children, his audience can easily relate.  HERE is a fun little video of McClain on-stage performing standup.  Totally clean and very funny!  Visit RenoTahoeComedy,com for links to purchase tickets at both Reno-Tahoe Comedy and Lex Nightclub at Grand Sierra Resort.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK
THURS-SAT, JAN 31-FEB 2 (7:30 pm)
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.

THE DRESSER: An Elegy To A By‐Gone Era Of The World Of Backstage
JAN 24-27, JAN 31-FEB 3, FEB 6-9
BRÜKA THEATRE (99 N Virginia Street, Downtown Reno)

Originally produced in 1980 on The West End and Broadway, The Dresser is based on the author’s experiences as dresser to an English Shakespearean actor. The actor, called Sir, is a vainglorious actor, the last of the great breed of English performers.  The play begins with Sir in a “bad way,” as Norman, his dresser, tries valiantly to prepare him to take the stage as King Lear.  Unsure of his lines, as well as who and where he is supposed to be, Sir is adamantly determined to roar his last. This bracing, heartbreaking drama becomes a beautiful stand‐alone story for the redemptive nature of theatre.  Learn more about showtimes and order tickets in advance at Brüka.org.

FIRST FRIDAY COMEDY COLLECTIVE
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 (6:30 pm)
RENO-TAHOE COMEDY CLUB (Pioneer Underground)

Laughs, laughs and more laughs!  It’s all about comedy this weekend, and the jokes keep coming with an evening of fast-paced, quick-witted improvisational comedy from a cast of seasoned performers.  Reno-Tahoe Comedy Club frequenters know this talented and funny group of local comedians including Christopher Daniels, Amanda Alvey, Stacy Johnson, Marki Ho, Ian Sorensen, Joseph Garton and Emily Skyle.  Enjoy all acts this Friday evening at Pioneer Underground’s comfortable, smoke-free theater and purchase your tickets online at RenoTahoeComedy.com.

SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
FEB 1 & 2, FEB 7-10, FEB 13-17, & FEB 21-23 (7:30 evenings & 2 pm matinees)
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATRE

Adapted from the Academy Award winning 1989 movie Shakespeare in Love, Good Luck MacBeth Theatre Company brings this story of romantic enlightenment to Midtown Reno.  Young Will Shakespeare has writer’s block, and the deadline for his new play is fast approaching, but he is in desperate need of inspiration. That is, until he finds his muse, Viola. This beautiful young woman is Will’s greatest admirer and she’ll stop at nothing, including breaking the law, to appear in his next play.  Against a bustling background of mistaken identity, ruthless scheming and backstage theatrics, Will’s love for Viola quickly blossoms and inspires Shakespeare’s greatest masterpiece.  Learn more about dates and showtimes, and a link to purchase tickets at GoodLuckMacBeth.org.

WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 (8 pm)
PIONEER CENTER for the PERFORMING ARTSWhose Live Anyway?

Is it the audience?  Is it the comedians?  It’s both, in this totally interactive, hilarious improvisational production at Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts Saturday evening.  The 90-minute comedy and song show is completely based on audience suggestions leaving your belling aching from laughing at witty scenes they invent before your eyes.  And who knows… if the clever cast loves your requests enough, you may just end up on stage!  All ages are welcome for this family-friendly show!  For more info and ticket sales, please visit PioneerCenter.com.

INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT OPENING: MINDBENDER MANSION
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3 (12:00-5:00 pm)
TERRY LEE WELLS NEVADA DISCOVERY MUSEUM (“THE DISCOVERY”)

Can you unlock the puzzle?  Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers.  Join the Mindbender Society by gathering hidden clues and secret passwords scattered throughout the various thematic rooms of the house. The clues and passwords are revealed by solving select brainteasers and group challenges.  Master each of the 40 individual brainteasers and the 4 group activities in this fun and unconventional exhibit.  For more information, please visit NVDM.org.

SUNDAY BRUNCH
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3 (10 am-2 pm)
NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART (Chez Louie)

Mouthwatering mimosas, bold Bloody Marys and a killer Sunday Brunch await your discriminating taste buds at Chez Louie.  Chez Louie is a French-inspired, fun and modern eatery set in a unique location, Reno’s Nevada Museum of Art. Nationally-celebrated Chef Mark Estee highlights seasonal ingredients to offer a dining experience that is truly exceptional.  While enjoying your meal this Sunday, you’ll chill to the angelic acoustics and harmonics of local musicians and singers Mel Wade and Gia.  Click HERE to listen to them if you haven’t already.  They are lovely!  For more information about brunch at Chez Louie, pleas visit NevadaArt.org, and check out the menu at Chez-Louie.com.

ART CLASS: HAND-PAINTED FOLK HEARTS
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3 (1-4 pm)
NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART

Expand your creative repertoire by taking an art class at the Nevada Museum of Art!  Have fun with friends, old and new, while making Hand Painted Folk Hearts this weekend.  Inspired by her Czechoslovakian heritage, instructor Iva Neveux will introduce students to basic painting techniques to create beautiful, hand-painted hearts.  The sky is the limit with the colors, patterns and designs you envision and apply to these little treasures.  Each student will embellish two hand-painted hearts using combinations of dots, lines, dashes and curves to create his/her own masterpiece.  Make one for yourself and one to give to someone you love…. perhaps for Valentine’s Day?  All materials are included with registration.  Register for this class at NevadaArt.org.

“Come in from the Cold” Family Entertainment Series at Bartley Ranch’s Heritage Interpretive Center welcomes Suspect Terrane this Saturday night.  The four-member group delivers a “suspicious blend” of bluegrass, roots rock and folk, “served up with a healthy side of original recipes.”  Learn more about Suspect Terrane and find videos of past performances on their Facebook Page. Doors open at 5:30 pm for the 7 pm show, and a $3 donation per guest is appreciated.  The 200-seat venue does fill, so arrive early, grab your seat and get to know other concert-goers!  Visit WashoeCounty.us to check out the line-up for the entire season.

No doubt, whether you follow professional football or not, are a fan of one of the teams at the “big dance” or not, or even know what’s happening on the field, Super Bowl LIII is a great time to just get together with your friends, hang out and indulge!  Great food, your favorite cold beverage, the game, the commercials… they are all part of what make Super Bowl parties memorable.  Weather you are a party guest or are hosting the party, be sure to consider adding Super Slaw to your menu (see featured recipe below) and maybe our Crispy Baked Chicken Wings that were featured last year!  If you want to venture out to a brewery, brew pub or distillery in Reno or Sparks, click here for ideas of where to go.  Grand casino parties can be sorted out at RJG.com.  Have fun!

More of the fun white stuff is predicted in the Sierras this weekend.  Just how much?  Check out the most current information for lifts, trails and snow 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 RECIPE
SUPER SLAW

Take your Super Bowl food experience to another level!  Are you going to or hosting a viewing party this weekend and want to make something that goes with just about anything?  This amazing Super Slaw recipe is one of my all-time favorites that is perfect alongside ribs, wings, chili, nachos, Sloppy Joes… You name a typical dish you would find at a Super Bowl party, and Super Slaw is just the salad to accompany it superbly!  The recipe can be found at InteroRenoNV.com.  Enjoy!

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