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Live Arts Institute presents
Higher Ground: Spring Dance Concert Series
Saturday, May 23, at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 24, at 5 p.m.
West Las Vegas Arts Theatre
951 W. Lake Mead Blvd.
$10 Tickets
The Higher Ground, Onward and Upward Spring Concert Series is a celebration of artistry, ambition and the boundless power of dance.
Presented in collaboration with the Live Arts Institute, The Ailey School - Ailey Student Performance Group, the School of Nevada Ballet Theatre, and NBT II, this electrifying showcase brings together some of the most compelling emerging and established voices in dance today. Under the direction of Live Arts Institute Artistic Director Avree Walker, the stage ignites with bold storytelling, breathtaking athleticism, and soul-stirring expression.
Experience an unforgettable lineup of works by legendary and contemporary choreographers including Alvin Ailey, Tommie-Waheed Evans, Ronald K. Brown, Jeneane Huggins, Ethan Colangelo, Don Bellamy, Chalvar Monteiro, Avree Walker, Jason Parsons, Elise Porter, Freddie Moore, and a powerful collaborative premiere by Justus Whitfield.
From deeply moving contemporary pieces to high-energy, boundary-pushing performances, every work invites you to feel more, see more and connect more. This is where the next generation of dance meets timeless excellence -- live, raw and exhilarating.
Open seating. The lobby will open an hour before program begins. For more information, call 702-229-4800.
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Philippine Heritage Dancers: Sayaw at Kultura
Thursday, May 28, 7 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
Tickets $15 and $25
JEnjoy an unforgettable evening that celebrates and honors the beauty, history and diversity of Filipino heritage through traditional cultural dances. Sayaw at Kultura dance express Filipino traditions, beliefs and culture through movement, music and dress. Not merely entertaining, these dances are a form of storytelling, conveying love, faith, history and community unity.
Enjoy community and cultural vendors and a meet-and-greet with cultural performers.
Filipino Art Showcase begins at 6 p.m. Show begins at 7 p.m.
Fallout Fringe Festival Kick-off
Wednesday, June 3, 7 to 9 p.m.
Las Vegas Civic Center Plaza
525 S. Main St.
Free Event | All Ages
You're invited to the celebratory launch of the Fallout Fringe Festival!
Join us at the Las Vegas Civic Center outdoor plaza to mingle with the artists, venues and organizers that bring the Fallout Fringe Festival to life. Enjoy live music from Moondance Mirage, meet featured festival artists, visit vendor booths showcasing the venues of the festival, and we’ll even have a Fallout Fringe Festival raffle. Food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase.
About The Fallout Fringe Festival: Las Vegas’ largest alternative performing arts festival will be hosting a month's worth of exciting new acts from local artists and performers from around the country. The festival will take over the Downtown Arts District all through the month of June, with 35 different productions, workshops, pop-up performances, and parties. For more information, go to Fallout Fringe Festival. This event is free and open to the public of all ages.
StorySLAM: Paper Trail
Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
Pay what you wish ($5 suggested)
Every story leaves a trace. This theme uncovers the records, documents, and breadcrumbs that hold the power to reveal secrets, spark memories, or change lives forever. From love letters to eviction notices, faded receipts to legal contracts, the paper trail marks our triumphs, mistakes, and everything in between. Prepare for a night of storytelling that follows the paths we’ve left behind—and the stories that refuse to be erased.
Please note: Stories may include mature themes and language. Recommended for ages 13+.
Bishr Hijazi Arab Music Ensemble
Saturday, June 13, 7 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
$10 Tickets
Seasoned oud player Bishr Hijazi and his ensemble of master Arab musicians take you on a journey through the golden age of Arabic music, with its mystical modes and rhythms, accompanied by elegant Middle Eastern dancers performing “Raqs Sharqi,” for a well-rounded experience in Arabic music and dance culture.
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DjangoVegas!
A Jazz Manouche Concert
Saturday, June 27, 6 to 10 p.m.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Historic Fifth Street School Air-Conditioned Auditorium
401 S. Fourth St.
$25 General Admission Tickets
$40 Premium Reserved-Seat Tickets
All ages
DjangoVegas! Returns to the Historic Fifth Street School.
Emerging in Paris in the 1930s, Jazz Manouche revitalizes classic jazz with a distinct French twist, blending lively swing rhythms with touches of bebop. Inspired by the groundbreaking style of Django Reinhardt—this event’s namesake—the genre remains vibrant today. This annual celebration brings together performers from around the world to honor Django’s legacy, carrying forward the spirited tradition of “hot club-style” Jazz Manouche.
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Urban Sketcher Artists Reception
Thursday, May 21, 5 to 7 p.m.
Historic Fifth Street School Mayor's Gallery
401 S. Fourth St.
Free Event | All Ages
Explore "Peaks and Valleys: Capturing the Highs and Lows of the Las Vegas Valley," a curated exhibition by Donna Fox showcasing local urban sketchers who document the city’s landscapes, neighborhoods and everyday moments through on-location drawing. Join fellow art enthusiasts for the artists reception and experience a vivid portrait of Las Vegas as seen through the personal perspectives of its artists. Free and open to the public.
Artist Reception For The "Six Ways of Seeing" Exhibit
Wednesday, May 27, 5 to 7 p.m.
Las Vegas City Hall
495 S. Main St., Second Floor
Free Event | All Ages
This exhibit provides an opportunity for the residents and visitors of Las Vegas to view selected works from the 2026 Nevada Arts Council Visual Arts Fellows. This traveling exhibition, curated by the Nevada Arts Council’s Artist Services Program, features the 2026 Visual Arts fellows: Frances Melhop of Lake Tahoe, Jung Min of Las Vegas, Krystal Ramirez of Las Vegas, Linda Alterwitz of Las Vegas, Lolita Develay of Las Vegas, and Peter Wittenberger of Reno.
The prestigious Nevada Arts Council Fellowship Award provides meaningful financial support and enhanced public recognition to exceptional Nevada artists, fostering their continued pursuit of artistic excellence and creativity.
The exhibit is part of the Nevada Touring Initiative Traveling Exhibition Program, which delivers high-quality visual arts exhibits to communities throughout the state. It is funded by the State of Nevada and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Nevada Arts Council is a division of the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs.
Celebrating Life Awards Ceremony Reception
Friday, May 29, 6 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
Free Event | All Ages
In celebration of Older Americans Month May 2026, the city of Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Arts Commission are sponsoring the annual fine arts competition, “Celebrating Life!,” to recognize the talents of Southern Nevada artists ages 50 and better. This is the 26th year for this popular art competition for seniors.
A “meet-the-artists” reception and awards ceremony open to the public will be held Friday, May 29, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Charleston Heights Arts Center. This year’s guest juror, Lolita Develay, selected the artwork for the final exhibition, which will run from May 29 through Sept. 10, 2026.
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