FOR tHE WEEK OF aUgUst 18, 2016 For a complete listing of this week’s events or to post events to our online calendar, visit www.newsreview.com. LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: The 44th annual festival presents William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors and the Off-Broadway musical revue Forever Plaid, written by Stuart Ross. The productions will be performed in rotating repertory through Aug. 21. The Showcase Series continues on Aug. 26, Sept. 3 and Sept. 10. Tu-Su, 7:30pm through 8/21; F, Sa,
7:30pm through 8/27. Sa, 9/3, 7:30pm; Sa, 9/10, 6:30pm. Prices vary. Sand Harbor
State Park, 2005 Highway 28, Incline Village, (775) 747-4697.
NEVADA HUMANE SOCIETY DUCK RACE AND FESTIVAL: Adopt a rubber duck to benefit
Molly’s Revenge
8/24:
The trio will perform as part of the Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival before it wraps up its season at the end of the month. The acoustic Celtic group combines bagpipes, whistle and fiddle with a backdrop of guitar, mandola and bodhran. Molly’s Revenge has performed at many of the top folk festivals and performing arts events in the United States and prestigious events in Scotland, Australia and China. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 24, at the Valhalla Boathouse Theatre at the Tallac Historic Site, 1 Valhalla Road, South Lake Tahoe. Tickets are $20-$28. Visit http://valhallatahoe.com.
EvEnts BACK TO SCHOOL FAMILY FUNDRAISER: SOS Washoe holds this fund-raising event featuring carnival games, barbecue and live entertainment. Tu, 8/23, 5:30-7:30pm. Free, donations welcome. Rancharrah, 6001 Talbot Lane, (775) 527-2738.
CARSON CITY GHOST WALK: Hear about lingering spirits of the past centuries, haunted and paranormal stories and gossip from the past during this guided walking tour of the downtown district’s historic homes and businesses. The tour leaves rain or shine. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the walk begins. Sa, 8/20, 6:30pm;
Sa, 9/17, 6:30pm; Sa, 9/24, 6:30pm; Sa, 10/22, 10am-3pm. $15 in advance, $20 day
of walk; free for children under age 3. Corner of Third and Curry streets behind Firkin & Fox/St. Charles Hotel, Carson City, http://carsoncityghostwalk.com.
GREEK FESTIVAL 2016: The annual festival features traditional dance, desserts, music, imports and more. F, 8/19,
5-10pm; Sa, 8/20, noon-10pm; Su, 8/21, 11am-3pm. Advance tickets are $12
(includes $10 of food); general admission is $5 at the door. St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church, 4795 Lakeside Drive, (775) 825-5365, www.renogreekfest.com.
HOLI FESTIVAL OF COLORS: The celebration includes interactive dance, live mantra bands, DJs, yoga, food and throwing of colors. Sa, 8/20, 11am-3pm. $5 general admission, free for kids. Great Basin Adventure, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., (801) 787-1510, www.festivalofcolorsusa.com.
JAZZ AND BEYOND: CARSON CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL: More than 100 musicians in over 60 events perform at venues across Carson City. M-Su through 8/21. Call or visit website for details, (775) 883-4154, http://jazzcarsoncity.com.
KTMB’S RAISE THE RIVER 2016: Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful presents an evening of culinary delights created by Chef Mark Estee, local craft libations, live music and sensory activities. This event will help to raise funds to support KTMB’s beautification and education programs, including their work to protect and enhance the Truckee River corridor. Th, 8/18, 5:30-9pm. $100. Officers Memorial Garden at Idlewild Park, 74 Cowan Drive, (775) 851-5185, http://ktmb.org.
LAKE TAHOE REGGAE FESTIVAL: Performances by Pepper, Ky-Mani Marley, Israel Vibrations & Roots Radics, Don Carlos, Mike Love and Squarefield Massive. Sa, 8/20, 4:30-10:30pm. $55$100, free for kids age 6 and younger. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe, 50 Highway 50, Stateline, (844) 588-7625, http://hardrockcasinolaketahoe.com.
homeless pets. Spend a day in the park to cheer on your duck as it, along with thousands of other rubber ducks, races down the Truckee River. The grand prize is a 2016 Toyota Corolla. The festival includes live entertainment, clowns, carnival games, vendors and dogs and cats from Nevada Humane Society in search of loving homes. The Duck Race will begin at 4pm with prize winners announced shortly after the conclusion of the race. Su, 8/21, 11am-5pm. Free. Wingfield Park, 300 W. First St., (775) 856-2000 ext. 335, www.duckrace.com/reno.
THE PACIFICA FESTIVAL: This inaugural twoday festival will include Polynesian and Asian-Pacific entertainment and music, arts and crafts, educational demonstrations, as well as and food and Asian and Polynesian merchandise vendors. There will also be interactive cultural activities for the kids. The main stage will feature free performances from Benjeezy, Brittany Straw, CRSB, Lila, Mango Kingz, Wakane, W.I.L.L, and other acts. Sa, 8/20, 10am-8pm; Su, 8/21, 10am-5pm. Free. Sands Regency Casino Hotel, 345 N. Arlington Ave., www.pacificafestivalreno.org.
RENO STREET FOOD—PARTY IN THE PARK: The gourmet street food event features more than 20 gourmet food, craft dessert, beer, wine and mixed drink vendors. Local musicians provide free live entertainment each week. F, 5-9pm through 9/30. Free. Idlewild Park, 1900 Idlewild Drive, (775) 825-2665.
RENO WINE WALK: The Riverwalk Merchants Association hosts its monthly event along the Truckee River and neighboring streets in downtown Reno. Visit any of the participating Riverwalk District merchants on Wine Walk day and receive a wine glass, a map of Wine Walk merchants and a wristband that allows you to sample wine at any participating merchant. Third Sa of every month, 2-5pm through 4/15. $20. The Riverwalk District, downtown Reno along The Riverwalk, (775) 825-9255, www.renoriver.org.
ROMANCING LAKE TAHOE: Meet cover models, Bollywood stars and best-selling romance authors. Sa, 8/20, 10am-6pm. Free. Harveys Lake Tahoe, 18 Highway 50, Stateline, (775) 588-6611.
SKY TAVERN SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: Jelly Bread and opening act Mel Wade and Gia perform at this fundraiser, which includes a barbecue and microbrews from On Tap Catering. Donations and proceeds from food and beverages sales benefit the Junior Ski and outdoor programs at Sky Tavern. Su, 8/21, noon-5pm. $10 suggested donation. Sky Tavern Ski Area Lodge, 21130 Mount Rose Highway, (775) 323-5125.
TAHOE CITY FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL: Meet with more than 35 artisans and craftspeople showcasing a wide variety of arts and crafts including photography, paintings, ceramics, jewelry and more. The open-air art galleries take place on Aug. 19-21 and Aug. 26-28. F,
8/19, 10am-5pm; Sa, 8/20, 10am-5pm; Su, 8/21, 10am-5pm. Free. Boatworks Mall
Shopping Center, 760 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, http://pacificfinearts.com.
THURSDAY DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET: Shirley’s Farmers Markets and the Sands Regency host the weekly farmers’ market. Local vendors will converge under the large tent in the Sands parking lot located south of Third Street in Reno. The event includes free live classic rock concerts, food trucks, a beer garden and summer games. Th, 4-9pm through 8/25. Free. Sands Regency Casino Hotel, 345 N. Arlington Ave., (775) 348-2295.
XTERRA LAKE TAHOE: The off-road triathlon includes a 750-1,500 meter swim in Lake Tahoe, a 22-mile bike ride and a 10K trail running course. Sa, 8/20, 8am-3pm. Registration fees vary. Village Green, 960 Lakeshore Blvd., Incline Village, http://bigblueadventure.com.
NCMF in August
8/21:
The Nevada Chamber Music Festival isn’t until the end of December, but the Reno Chamber Orchestra will present a preview of things to come in a one-day event on Sunday, Aug. 21. The program will feature Antonin Dvorák’s Miniatures Op. 75a for two violins and viola, Zoltán Kodály’s Trio Op. 12 for two violins and viola and César Franck’s Violin Sonata in A Major for violin and piano. Performers include guest violinist Solomiya Ivakhiv, NCMF Artistic Director Theodore Kuchar on viola, Ruth Lenz on violin and James Winn on piano. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at South Reno United Methodist Church, 200 DeSpain Lane. Tickets are $25. Call 348-9413.
COMMUNITY HIP-HOP NIGHT: Cypher, battle, freestyle, share choreography and connect with your fellow dancers. No dance experience necessary. Sa, 8/20, 8-11pm. $5. Marigold Movement Center, 2285 W. Dickerson Road, (775) 293-8619.
UNCANNY VALLEY: Restless Artists’ Theatre presents its first production in their new location. Thomas Gibbons’ new play charts the relationship between Claire, a neuroscientist, and Julian, a nonbiological human. Th-Sa, 7:30pm through
Film
9/3. Opens 8/19; Su, 8/21, 2pm; Sa, 8/27, 2 & 7:30pm; Su, 9/4, 2pm. $15 general admis-
LANDFILL HARMONIC: Artemisia Moviehouse presents this documentary film directed by Brad Allgood and Graham Townsley about the Recycled Orchestra, an ensemble of slum-dwelling children who play instruments made of trash from the local landfill. After years of performing in their native country, a video teaser thrusts these talented but unlikely stars into the global spotlight. In Spanish with English subtitles. Tu, 8/23, 7-9pm. $5-$7. Good Luck Macbeth Theatre Company, 713 S. Virginia St., (775) 322-3716.
sion, $12 students, seniors, military. Restless Artists’ Theatre, 295 20th St., Sparks, (775) 525-3074.
THE WIZARD OF OZ: Sierra School of Performing Arts presents this classic story based on the 1939 Academy Award-winning movie. F, 8/19, 7:30pm; Sa, 8/20, 7:30pm; Su, 8/21, 7:30pm. $15-$40. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 852-7740.
RENO-SPARKS OPEN STREETS: Experience the concrete jungle like never before by walking, biking, dancing or running in the vehicle-free Reno and Sparks streets, stopping at vendors serving the best in local food trends, offering yoga classes, dance sessions, health tips and showcasing local businesses all to experience the area in a brand new way. Sa, 8/20, 10am3pm. Free. Downtown Reno, Virginia St., (775) 323-4488, www.renopenstreets.org.
OnstagE CABARET: Laughing Owl Productions presents John Kander & Fred Ebb’s musical about American writer Cliff Bradshaw’s journey into the nightclub scene in Berlin during the era of Weimar Germany. W-Sa,
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8-10:30pm through 8/27; Su, 2-4:30pm through 8/21. $25 in advance, $30 at the
door. Laughing Owl Productions, 75 S. Wells Ave., (775) 384-9967.
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