2024 Summer Schedule
Grace Potter w/ special guest Kat Heart
Sunday, June 30th, 7:30pm-10pm
Doors at: 6:30pm
Grace Evelyn Potter is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She has released five solo albums: Red Shoe Rebel, Original Soul, Midnight, Daylight, and Mother Road. She has also released four studio albums with Grace Potter and the Nocturnals.
Artown Headliner Series presents Jake Shimabukuro
Tuesday, July 2nd, 8:00pm-9:30pm
Doors at: 6:00pm
By now, if you know the ‘ukulele, you might know the name, the innovator who is Jake Shimabukuro. He has captivated audiences around the world with his unique and dynamic style. Each album has showcased his mastery of the instrument and his ability to weave together diverse genres to create a cohesive and captivating musical experience, making him one of the most innovative and exciting musicians of his generation.
Toccata Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
Present
Red, White & Tahoe Blue
Friday, July 5th, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Celebrate the Fourth of July with family, friends, and the Tahoe Symphony! Join us in honoring all branches of the armed forces with the 19th annual Red, White, and Tahoe Blue concert series, conducted by Maestro James Rawie. This annual favorite features full orchestral and chorus performances of patriotic classics like the Armed Forces Medley, Battle Hymn of the Republic, and America the Beautiful, operatic arias from treasured local soloists, and a lively sing-along finale of Verdi’s Brindis from La Traviata.
Sierra Nevada Ballet presents Dancing at Bartley
Saturday, July 6th, 8:00pm-9:30pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Sierra Nevada Ballet will present an exciting evening of dance, song and music, featuring the eclectic musical and dance styles of 10 different choreographers performed by the Sierra Nevada Ballet company of professional dancers. In a versatile and innovative production under the artistic direction of Rosine Bena and Ananda Bena-Weber, this dance program also features international Tap super star and ARTOWN audience favorite, Sam Weber and the fabulous singer, Cami Thompson, and her Trio.This will be SNB's 23rd year performing as part of ARTOWN and each year SNB presents a new program which has become a popular highly acclaimed annual performance at Reno's ARTOWN Festival.
Admission is Free, but donations are welcomed!
Artown Monday Night Music Series presents David Hayes
Monday, July 8th, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Doors at: 6:00pm
One of Northern Nevada's most talented and versatile male vocalists, Hayes, a master showman, studied theater and arts while attending college, he instructs locally and has taught drama and produced performances with many local high school students. Prepare to be taken back to the glory days of the 1950's through the 70's, touching on the high points of the great American songbook when the Rat Pack reigned supreme. You'll hear songs that were performed by brilliant artists of the era and be entertained and delighted by a homegrown artist who has performed throughout the US and all over the world.Admission is Free, but donations are welcome!
Artown Headliner Series presents Dionne Warwick
Friday, July 12th, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Doors at: 6:00pm
Dionne Warwick is a six-time Grammy Award-winning music legend who has earned more than 75 charted hit songs and sold over 100 million records. She was discovered by Burt Bacharach and Hal David in 1961,and went on to record 18 consecutive Top 100 singles (“Don't Make Me Over,” Walk on By,” “Say a Little Prayer,” “A House is Not a Home,” “Alfie,” “Heartbreaker,” “Déjà Vu,” among countless others). In 1985, she participated in the recording of “That's What Friends Are For,” which became a number-one hit worldwide and raised awareness and major funds for AIDS research. Ms. Warwick also participated in the all-star charity single, “We Are the World” and performed at “Live Aid.”
Reno Pops Orchestra presents Bright Lights of Broadway
Saturday, July 13th, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Guest vocalists from Firebird Light Opera join the Reno Pops Orchestra and Conductor, Jane Brown in a soul-stirring evening of Broadway favorites under the stars. Program will include several blockbusters from the hit musicals Westside Story and Les Misérables.
Admission is Free, but donations are welcomed!
Artown Headliner Series presents Ann Hampton Callaway
Sunday, July 14th, 8:00pm-9:30pm
Doors at: 6:00pm
Tony nominee Ann Hampton Callaway, one of the leading pop/jazz singers of our time, has created an exciting night of songs and stories in celebration of her inspiration and one of America's most beloved artists, Peggy Lee. Fall under the spell of love songs from Peggy's swinging Benny Goodman days through decades of hits from film and recordings that earned this iconic singer songwriter her powerhouse nickname, “The female Frank Sinatra.” Callaway will close the show with hits from the great songwriters of the 70's like -Carole King, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel and John Lennon. In Memory and Celebration of Wendy Alderman.
Artown Monday Night Music Series presents Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra
Monday, July 15th, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Experience and celebrate the members of the Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra, joined by RYJO alumni from the last 17 years. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra was founded by Vern and Karen Scarbrough in 2006. Over the years, hundreds of students have had the opportunity to perform with group, and thousands of audience members have enjoyed the performances. As Vern and Karen prepare to pass the baton to new leadership, join us for a special concert celebrating everything that they have accomplished!
Admission is Free, but donations are welcome!
A.V.A. Ballet Theater presents Vortex, the Ballet That Rocks
Friday, July 19th, 8:30pm-10:00pm
Saturday, July 20th, 8:30pm-10:00pm
Doors at 7:00pm
The Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater at the Bartley Ranch Regional Park will come alive with ballet grace and passionate rock, dance, and alternative music. Artistic director Alexander Van Alstyne has choreographed an exciting contemporary ballet that will be like no other you have ever seen. Imagine ballerinas performing grande jetés to music by popular rock artists. The stage will feature scaffolding and exciting props and sets that will create a visual spectacle that cannot be missed.
Admission is Free, but donations are welcome!
Gospel Fest
Sunday, July 21st, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Gospel Festival 2024 is a vibrant and inclusive event, celebrating the rich tradition of gospel music while also incorporating contemporary elements. Our featured artist and headliner is Crystal Aikin, the first winner of BET's “Sunday Best” Stellar Award winner and Dove Award nominee. Her presence amplifies Gospel Fest's ability to blend traditional and contemporary gospel music. Attendees can expect a dynamic and soul-stirring performance with the fusion of music, dance, and visual arts that fosters Gospel music as a historical art form to the Reno/Sparks Community.
Artown Monday Night Music Series presents Django Festival All Stars
Monday, July 22nd, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Doors at 6:00pm
The Django Festival All Stars have grown into a brilliantly cohesive group of star musicians who've taken America by storm, performing at top concert halls and festivals to standing ovations. Featuring Samson Schmitt, Pierre Blanchard, Ludovic Beier, Michael Joseph, and Antonio Licusati, the band will transport you to a romantic Paris of the '20s and '30s when “gitane” music filled the air. The Django Festival All Stars bring this music to 'today', combining known standards and original music resulting in an intoxicating night!! They swing like crazy and will break your heart with a ballad.
Admission is Free, but donations are welcomed!
Artown Headliner Series presents Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Tuesday, July 23rd, 8:00pm-9:30pm
Doors at 6:00pm
South Africa's five-time Grammy Award winners, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide with uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves and charming onstage banter. In 2018 the group received not one but two Grammy Award nominations for two separate albums, a first in the history of World Music. These two nominations brought their career total to 19 Grammy Award nominations. One of these albums, Shaka Zulu Revisited, won Best World Music Album. This was the group's fifth Grammy Award win, the most for any World Music group. In 2019, Ladysmith Black Mambazo collaborated for the third time with the famed Steppenwolf Theatre Company on a production entitled Lindiwe and released an album with songs from the show.
Artown Headliner Series presents Steep Canyon Rangers
Saturday, July 27th, 8:00pm-9:30pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Heralds of the Carolina sound for more than two decades, Steep Canyon Rangers find themselves in a unique seat at the table for their new release, Morning Shift, released September 8, 2023. On this record, the GRAMMY-winners tell stories that both honor their roots, and expand upon the living art of bluegrass music, all while solidifying their reputation as some of the most influential songwriters in Americana today.
Toccata Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
Presents
Hot Opera Nights+
Sunday, July 28th, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Doors at 6:00pm
Enjoy overtures from Bizet's Carmen and Mozart's Marriage of Figaro. Mezzo soprano Liudmila Mulling will taunt you with the famed Habanara aria Habanera (L'amour est un oiseau rebelle, while violinist Alex Eisenberg will delight with Carmen Fantasy for violin and Orchestra by Pablo Sarasate. Sopranos Anne Davidson and Jackie Lengfelder will offer the flower duet from Leo Delibes opera Lakme. Tenor Bradley Perry and Baritone Stuart Duke will sing the Friendship duet from Bizet's Perlfishers, and the chorus and soloists will perform the Regina Coeli Laetare from Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana. The entire company joins together for Verdi's Toast to Life and Love from La Traviata, Brindis: Libiamo ne' lieti calici. Maestro James Rawie, the founder and artistic director of Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will conduct.
Artown Monday Night Music Series presents Bria Skonberg
Monday, July 29th, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Doors at 6:00pm
New York based and Canadian born singer, trumpeter, and songwriter Bria Skonberg has been described as one of the “most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation” (Wall Street Journal). Bria has stormed onto the jazz scene with her smoky vocals, blistering trumpet, and compelling compositions and arrangements. The Juno Award winner has sung the music of Aretha Franklin alongside Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child, played with U2 at the iconic Apollo Theater, sat in with the Dave Matthews Band, was a featured guest with Jon Batiste, performed as part of The Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour, and sang the National Anthem at Madison Square Garden for a NY Rangers game.
Admission is Free, but donations are welcomed!
Sierra School of Performing Arts
presents
Bye Bye Birdie
Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Thursday - Sunday, August 15th - 18th, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Friday & Saturday, August 23rd & 24th, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Doors at 6:45pm
Get ready to be whisked back to the fabulous fifties with the Sierra School of Performing Arts' dazzling production of Bye Bye Birdie! Inspired by the iconic 1963 film featuring Dick Van Dyke, Janet Leigh, and Ann-Margret, this musical is a vibrant celebration of the era. Dive into the story of Albert and Rosie—talent agent and secretary, striving to save Almaelou Music Company after rock 'n' roll sensation Conrad Birdie is drafted into the army. In a wild bid for a national TV sensation, they plan for Conrad to give a "goodbye kiss" to a lucky fan in Sweet Apple, Ohio, live on the Ed Sullivan Show. But chaos erupts when the girl's boyfriend steps in, turning Sweet Apple upside down! Don't miss this electrifying journey packed with rollicking music, spectacular dance sequences, and hilarious antics that salute the golden age of teen idols. It's more than a musical—it's a rock 'n' roll phenomenon!
Infamous Stringdusters
Thursday, September 12th, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Doors at 6:30pm
The GRAMMY Award-winning Americana quintet—Andy Falco [guitar], Chris Pandolfi [banjo], Andy Hall [dobro], Jeremy Garrett [fiddle], and Travis Book [double bass]—have musical influences that truly run the gamut, but their common denominator is certainly bluegrass -- the sound that has in essence defined the course of their career.
The Infamous Stringdusters stand out as the rare group who can team up with contemporary artists on late night television one night and headline the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre or perform alongside The Grateful Dead’s Phil Lesh the next, and have recently emerged as proprietors behind their newly found independent record label, Americana Vibes.
The Floyd
Friday, September 20th, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Door at 6:00pm
The Floyd is an award-winning, national-level Pink Floyd tribute band. Their arena-style shows consistently sell out. They set themselves apart from other tributes because each show is individually crafted and played by musicians–and never computer automated like most national-level Pink Floyd tributes performing today. In short, this band has SOUL.
The band and in-house production crew take great pride in re-creating each subtle detail that makes Pink Floyd so special. Just like the original, their shows feature a massive array of concert lighting and an exclusive QUAD surround sound show using Meyer Sound loudspeakers (the finest in the world). Audiences can expect to hear songs from the albums of Pink Floyd’s most popular and classic-rock era: Meddle, Dark Side of The Moon (complete!), Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall.
Cliff Porter's Annual Birthday/Benefit Concert
Friday, September 27th, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Come celebrate Cliff Porter's birthday with live music and help raise funds for a good cause at our annual concert!
