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Powerful ‘Breadcrumbs’ a fleeting-memory play

Table 8 Productions’ moody presentation of Jennifer Haley’s potent play “Breadcrumbs,” now at Las Vegas Little Theatre, takes us to a place of great emotional depth, though the journey there feels vague. Like the disease around which the drama unfolds, the crumbs that should guide us are sometimes scattered in disarray.

‘Rope’ not a show to be skipped

The script is choppy, and one would expect that when it’s based on a film that’s based on a play, as Poor Richard’s Players stages Alfred Hitchcock’s “Rope.”

‘Den of Thieves’ darkly funny with fast pace

Playwright and actor (“Law & Order”) Stephen Adly Guirgis takes a darkly funny riff on 12-step programs in “Den of Thieves,” now playing at the Las Vegas Little Theatre’s Fischer Black Box. The fast-paced comedy is well- directed by Ela Rose.

Northern gallery offers community arts, networking

Some people describe it as a hidden gem in North Las Vegas. Left of Center Art Gallery and Studio, 2207 W. Gowan Road, is more than a gallery. It hosts classes, workshops and has become a second home to local artists.

Serendipity drives musical comedy to Las Vegas

Carole Altman and Camille Duskin never planned to put on a show, much less join forces for one. But they both like “I Know I Came In Here For Something …” so Altman is serving as producer and Duskin and her Gateway Arts Foundation are making it happen this weekend in Las Vegas.

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Memorial service scheduled for artist Mike Miller

In Las Vegas, Mike Miller worked as a commercial artist and cartoonist and was on the staff of the Las Vegas Review-Journal for many years. In 1982, he designed UNLV’s mascot Hey Reb! He charged the school $1 for the design and exclusive rights to it.

Cynthia Gregory, Nevada Ballet’s artistic coach, receives dance award

Ballet legend Cynthia Gregory, Nevada Ballet Theatre’s artistic coach, will receive the 63rd annual Capezio Dance Award Nov. 17 at The Smith Center. Presented annually since 1952, the Capezio Dance Award recognizes significant contributions to American dance.

Life Is Beautiful announces schedule

The daily schedules for the Life Is Beautiful music, food and arts festival have been announced.

David Kranes’ ‘Nevada’ not a pretty place

To honor the state’s sesquicentennial, Nevada Conservatory Theatre is presenting David Kranes’ memory play “Nevada.”

Jackson shines at The Smith Center

How did Cheyenne Jackson measure up Friday for a rather full house in The Smith Center’s Cabaret Jazz? Let’s examine these elements in turn.

‘Circle Mirror’ offers deft reflection of inner pain

CSN’s Department of Fine Arts’ hypnotic presentation of Annie Baker’s metaphorical Obie winner “Circle Mirror Transformation” is so wholly absorbing that you won’t want it to end.

NCT’s ‘Nevada’ explores Silver State dreams

It doesn’t make much sense, but David Kranes’ play “Nevada” has never been produced in Nevada — until now. The play finally finds a home on a Silver State stage, thanks to Nevada Conservatory Theatre at UNLV.

Here’s the latest in theater, music and family fun

Arts happenings around town include opera (“A Passion for Puccini” at Cabaret Jazz), theater (“Circle Mirror Transformation” at CSN), music (the St. Olaf Band) and more.

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