Contemporary West Dance Theatre's
Spring Concert Series
May 16-17 | 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
The Contemporary West Dance Theatre and Founder/Artistic Director Bernard H. Gaddis, in partnership with the city of Las Vegas, is proud to present two world premiere innovative works by two choreographers, Martha Pamintuan’s “Wisdom-A Woman's Journey” and Gaddis’ “Le Petite Olor,” and the return of audience favorite, "Mood Azul."
Celebrating Life! 2025 Awards Reception
Thursday, May 29 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
Join us for the Celebrating Life! 2025 Awards Reception, free and open to the public! Enjoy an inspiring exhibit of juried artwork by Southern Nevada artists aged 50+, meet the creators, and see top prizes awarded, including $500 for Best of Show. Categories span painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics and more. Don’t miss this vibrant showcase of local talent!
How Las Vegas Turns Road Medians Into Public Art
Ever wonder how Las Vegas median art is made? Welcome to our own version of “How It’s Made,” Las Vegas style! The art you see in our roadway medians does more than beautify the city. Take a behind-the-scenes look inside our welding shop to see how local artists and engineers bring this public art to life.
DjangoVegas!
Saturday, June 28, 6 to 10 p.m.
Historic Fifth Street School
401 S. Fourth St.
Join us for this annual celebration of “hot club-style” jazz, honoring legendary guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stéphane Grappelli. Musicians from around the world gather to pay tribute to their enduring legacy through vibrant performances that keep this iconic genre alive. This year’s headliners include two internationally acclaimed guitarists, Joscho Stephan and Paulus Schäfer. Click the link below to learn more.
Galleries At Las Vegas City Hall
Las Vegas City Hall
495 S. Main St.
Free and open to the public.
Las Vegas City Hall is currently hosting a vibrant mix of free public art. Featured exhibitions include People of Color, curated by Brent Holmes in recognition of African American Heritage Month, and THE NEON LAKE, a striking window installation by Bailey Anderson as part of the Windows on First series.
The Stories from Backstage: Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas has been extended in the Grand Gallery. Presented in partnership with The Neon Museum, this immersive exhibit offers a behind-the-scenes look at Cirque’s iconic Las Vegas productions, featuring costumes, makeup and rare artifacts. Admission is free and open to all.
Visit www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Residents/Arts-Culture/Gallery-Exhibitions for days, hours and length of exhibitions.
Live Arts Collective and Nevada Ballet Theatre Present Higher Ground Spring Concert Series
May 24 | 7:30 p.m.
West Las Vegas Library Theatre
951 W. Lake Mead Blvd.
Free and open to the public.
This dynamic and innovative series, led by Artistic Directors Don Bellamy (NBT II) and Avree Walker (Live Arts Collective) will highlight the next generation of artists representing two of Las Vegas’ most prominent training dance groups. The concert will feature a special collaboration between Live Arts Collective and Nevada Ballet Theatre II, co-created by Bellamy and Walker.
"The Dangerous Liaisons" Opera
Friday, May 30, 7 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 S. Brush St.
Tickets $25-$40
The Dangerous Liaisons, a three-act opera by Conrad Susa with libretto by Philip Littell, is based on the scandalous 18th-century novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos -- a tale of decadence and revenge told entirely through letters. Click below to purchase tickets and learn more.
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