CANVASAn arts and events publication brought to you by the City of Henderson Cultural Arts & Tourism DepartmentUPCOMING EVENTS Nevada Ballet Theatre presents the All-Balanchine Program February 6 at 8 p.m. & February 7 at 2 p.m. UNLV - Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall Tickets: $25-$75 Accompanied by the Las Vegas Philharmonic, the Nevada Ballet Theatre will present an uplifting, feel-good performance devoted entirely to the works of famous choreographer, George Balanchine. For tickets, call 895-ARTS or visit www.nevadaballet.com . Mention word “APPLAUSE” and receive $25 balcony seats or receive 20% off by using the code word “CONCERTO BAROCCO.” Henderson Symphony Orchestra presents Master Series III February 8 at 2 p.m. Valley View Recreation Center FREE Admission Theatre in the Valley presents Crimes of the Heart February 13 at 7 p.m. Sun City Anthem - Freedom Hall Theatre Tickets: $10 Tickets must be at the clubhouse, in advance or on the day of the performance. For more seating information, call 614-5800. Theatre in the Valley presents Crimes of the Heart February 15 at 4 p.m. Sun City MacDonald Ranch – Desert Willow Clubhouse Ballroom Resident Tickets: $8 Non-residents Tickets: $10 Tickets can be purchased at the clubhouse. Gallery Exhibit – Charme’ Curtin February 16-March 13 The Gallery at the Henderson Multigenerational Center FREE Admission www.HendersonLive.com Theatre in the Valley presents Crimes of the Heart February 21 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Henderson Convention Center Tickets: $10 Call 558-7275 to make reservations. Tickets will be available at the door. *Group ticket pricing is available for groups of 10 or more at a 20% discount per person. Gospel Fest 2009 Poet/Author Kweisi Gharreau - February 27 at 7 p.m. Musical Performances - February 28 at 10 a.m. Black Mountain Recreation Center FREE Admission Gallery Exhibit – Thom Johnson & Art Campbell March 23-April 17 The Gallery at the Henderson Multigenerational Center FREE Admission Henderson Symphony Orchestra presents Young Artists Competition Winners March 29 at 2 p.m. Henderson Pavilion FREE Admission PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES Food Vendor Information Business owners have the opportunity to participate in some of Southern Nevada’s largest community events, festivals and celebrations as the City of Henderson kicks off its 2009 event season. Click here for more information on how to get involved. Earth Hour 2009 On March 28 at 8:30 p.m., tens of millions of people around the world will come together once again to make a bold statement about their concern about climate change by doing something quite simple - turning of their lights for one hour. Earth Hour symbolizes that by working together, each of us can make a positive impact in the fight against climate change. Click here for more information on how to make a global difference. ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES Henderson Heritage Festival April 18 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Cultural Arts & Tourism and the International Food and Folklife organization are looking for artists that represent a specific culture such as Ukrainian painted eggs, Japanese origami or Hawaiian Lei making. Click here to apply. Seeking Recycle Artists for Target Friday Event April 24 from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. All pieces must be created from recycled materials. Click here to apply. The guide and the web pages include applications and instructions for: • 2010-11 Folklife Apprenticeship Grants – Application Deadline: March 6, 2009 • NEW 2010 Folklife Heritage Awards – Nomination Deadline: March 13, 2009 • 2009 & 2010 Folklife Opportunity Grants (for 501c3 organizations, call to inquire) VSA arts Call for Exhibition Proposals DEADLINE: February 20, 2009 VSA arts is committed to expanding the understanding, development, and appreciation of contemporary work by artists with disabilities. Exhibitions offer a familiar and approachable setting for the public to discover and reflect on issues of disability within a contemporary art context. More... |