In this corner: culture. In the opposite corner: showbiz on the Strip. But if you think the twain never meet, think again — because Nevada Ballet Theatre and Cirque du Soleil mark their sixth annual collaboration this weekend with “A Choreographers’ Showcase.”
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An evening of farce, puns and sitcom-reminiscent mistaken identities is in store as “The Comedy of Errors” takes the stage in this year’s edition of the city of Henderson’s Shakespeare in the Park series.
The Philharmonic, with guest conductor Case Scaglione, and soloists Suzanne Vinnik, a soprano, and tenor Cody Austin, opened its season on Saturday with a program titled “Operatic Love.” While the two singers, especially Vinnik, drew the lion’s share of audience attention, the star of the night was the orchestra. Of four strictly instrumental works two were, shall we say, ordinary; the others were truly exceptional.
James Henninger gives a new meaning to the term “Fire Sale.”
Never underestimate the power of magic. Theatrical magic. The kind of magic that can make fully grown humans disappear before your very eyes — at the very same time they’re bringing “War Horse” to life.
