THE GUIDE SIMPLY THREE FEB. 18, 8P
Classical crossover artists in the best sense of the word, this ensemble mixes the pure sounds of violin, cello and bass with melodies from popular music. The electrifying trio was trained “old school” but bring a “new school” sound. They continue to impress by hopping genres from classical composers like Puccini and Gershwin to pop artists like Adele, Coldplay and Taylor Swift. $20–$55. Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall at UNLV, unlv.edu
JOHN O’HURLEY FEB. 19, 2P
Television, film and theater actor John O’Hurley makes his debut as part of the new musical series George Bugatti’s Piano Bar, O’Hurley’s show offers a retrospective on the songs of The Great American Songbook, along with the musings from his eclectic life and career. $39–$59. Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
NORMAN VITO AND FRIENDS FEB. 26, 2P
Norman Vito and Myrna Rodriguez Adad perform classical, Broadway standards and movie themes for two pianos. Also featured is soprano Everlita Rivera David and harpist Mariano Gonzalez. $20. Starbright Theatre, scscai.com
THE GRATEFUL BALL WITH TRAVELIN’ MCCOURYS AND JEFF AUSTIN BAND FEB. 27, 7P
The sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury come together for a show-stopping performance. $25 in advance. $30 day of show. Brooklyn Bowl at The Linq, brooklynbowl.com
A MORTON GOULD SPECTACULAR
ADELITAS WAY
The UNLV Wind Orchestra performs, conducted by Thomas G. Leslie. The Green Valley High School Symphonic Band, conducted by Diane Koutsulis, and Stephen Caplan, oboist and UNLV Professor of Music, will also perform. $10. Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall at UNLV, unlv.edu
On their newest album, the band intensified their brand of hard-edged rock with a tighter songwriting sensibility and more brutally raw energy than ever before. Now you can hear them live. $15 in advance. $20 day of show. Brooklyn Bowl at The Linq, brooklynbowl.com
MARY WILSON – UP CLOSE & PERSONAL
AN EVENING WITH MARILYN MAYE DEDICATED TO THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK
FEB. 23, 7P
FEB. 24-25, 7P
A founding member of the Supremes (and the only member to be in every lineup of the group), Wilson performs a mix of Supremes classics and pop standards. $35–$59. Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
ART VARGAS’ VINTAGE VEGAS LIVE FEB. 25, 7P
Vargas entertains in Old Vegas fashion, performing classic hits from the Rat Pack era and beyond with his band and recreating the classic nightclub experience. $20. Starbright Theatre, scscai.com
THE STAGE BIOGRAPHIES OF SAM COOKE & SAMMY DAVIS JR. FEB. 26, 2P
Dru Young gives an unforgettable
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performance recreating Cooke’s and Davis Jr.’s biggest numbers. See rare photos and film clips with surprising stories. Proceeds benefit the Musical Arts Scholarship Program. $25. Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
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MARCH 2, 8P
MARCH 3–4, 7P
Veteran performer Maye, known for her hit recordings of Cabaret and Step to the Rear, revives many of the classic songs from her career for an evening of sharp wit and show-stopping melodies. $39–$59. Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
CABRERA CONDUCTS THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS; STAR WARS AND BEYOND MARCH 4, 7:30P; MARCH 5, 2P
The Las Vegas Philharmonic presents the best and most-loved of Williams’ work including music from Jaws, the Star Wars series, Schindler’s List, Superman and many others. $30–$109 Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
THEATER AND COMEDY
SEX WITH STRANGERS
FEB. 3–19, FRI–SAT 8P; SUN 2P When twenty-something star sex blogger and memoirist Ethan tracks down his idol, the gifted but obscure 40ish novelist Olivia, he finds they each crave what the other possesses. As attraction turns to sex, and they inch closer to getting what they want, both must confront the dark side of ambition and the near impossibility of reinventing oneself when the past is only a click away. $10–$15. Las Vegas Little Theatre Black Box, lvlt.org
SILENT WATERFALLS: A GOSPEL STAGE PLAY FEB. 10, 7P
The backstory to Troubled Waters, set in 1994 when secrets and temptations severed ties in the Waters family. Free. Summerlin Library Performing Arts Center, lvccld.org
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
FEB. 10, 7:30P; FEB. 11, 2P Highly acclaimed for its literary merit, this luxurious tale of fairies, dreams and moonlight is Shakespeare’s most popular comedy. The course of true love rarely runs smooth, but when the feuding king and queen of the fairies interfere in the couplings of mortals in ancient Athens, the result is mayhem. $12 Adults; $10 students/seniors. Nicholas J. Horn Theatre, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave., 702-651-LIVE
MANHATTAN MELODRAMA FEB. 11, 7P; FEB. 12, 2P
A comedy musical in which two boys are orphaned by the sinking of a ship. Upon the death of their guardian, the boys go their separate ways. One grows up to have a prominent political career, while the other becomes a killer and casino owner. Despite their different lifestyles, the two men remain bonded through thick and thin. But when one runs for governor, his association with a criminal threatens his chances. $10. Starbright Theatre, scscai.com
FINDING NEVERLAND FEB. 14–19, 7:30, FEB. 18–19, 2P
This Broadway hit tells the story behind the beloved children’s classic Peter Pan.