Plus Vegas PBS Summer Arts Showcase
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| This eclectic series expands the scope and diversity of the arts on television, taking viewers across the country and around the world. Award-winning television, film and stage star Anna Deavere Smith (“Nurse Jackie,” “The West Wing”) hosts. At the end of each program, Vegas PBS will present a short segment featuring local performing arts. Check TV Schedule. |
Mariachi High
Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World
John Leguizamo’s Tales from a Ghetto Klown
Homecoming: The Kansas City Symphony Presents Joyce Didonato
Havana, Havana!
The Barnes Collection
Great Performances:
Tanglewood 75th Anniversary
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Mariachi High
Spend a year in the life of the champion mariachi ensemble at Zapata High School in South Texas.
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The Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce 2012 Mariachi Festival
The story of the annual Latin Chamber of Commerce Mariachi Festival goes well-beyond one exciting night of the infectious rhythms and melodies of Mexican folk music.
Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World
Travel to nine countries and across 1,400 years of cultural history to explore the artistic riches of Islam.
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Islamic Impressions, Artist Fawzia Ghafoor-Khawaja
An ancient religion with 1400 years of cultural history comes together with the modern city of Las Vegas in the exquisite creations of local Muslim artist, Fawzia Ghafoor-Khawaja.
John Leguizamo’s Tales from a Ghetto Klown
Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the industry’s most versatile actors: John Leguizamo.
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George Wallace, the New Mr. Las Vegas
He once roomed with Jerry Seinfeld, wants to run for president, and is hailed as “the New Mr. Las Vegas.”
Homecoming: The Kansas City Symphony Presents Joyce Didonato
Celebrate mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato’s return to her hometown to perform with the Kansas City Symphony.
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The Beginning of a Beautiful Relationship: the Las Vegas Philharmonic’s New Home at the Smith Center - The Philharmonic plays against the jaw-dropping beauty of what has quickly gained a reputation as one of the finest performances spaces on the planet.
Havana, Havana! - Friday, July 27
Tap your toes to the beat of this music documentary that features expat Cuban musicians who return to Havana for a concert.
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Rick Arroyo: The Heart of Las Vegas Latin Music
Composer and arranger, Rick Arroyo and his band have been stalwarts of the Vegas Music scene for years. They’ve played in clubs and venues all over town and joined forces with some of the world’s most talented musicians.
The Barnes Collection
Follow Dr. Albert Barnes’ rise from a working-class neighborhood to the top of the modern art world.
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First Fridays: A Fine Art First Step
It’s been a remarkable few years for Las Vegas’ monthly arts festival, “First Friday.” Taking place in downtown Las Vegas on the first Friday of every month, this arts festival has grown from an idea into a phenomenon.
Great Performances:
Tanglewood 75th Anniversary
A star-studded event featuring some of Tanglewood’s most distinguished and longtime guests.
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Summer Is A Time for Theater:
“Oliver” the Musical in Las Vegas
Originally adapted from the book “Oliver Twist,” by Charles Dickens, the British National Theater of America is proudly presenting this universal coming-of-age tale in conjunction with Super Summer Theater – Las Vegas’ yearly summer theater program.
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