Brewery Arts Center
Update: New Shanghai Circus at Brewery Arts Center canceled
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 4:31pm
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January 31, 2012 - 7:30pm The New Shanghai Circus performance scheduled for Tuesday night has been canceled, according to the Brewery Arts Center. Those who purchased tickets with a credit card will be automatically reimbursed. If you purchased tickets by other means, contact Brewery Arts Center for refund information.
Men of Worth
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 8:35am
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March 16, 2012 (All day) The Brewery Arts Center is the place to be St. Patrick’s Day weekend when a bit of Ireland and Scotland come to town. The folk duo Men of Worth will bring Celtic music to life in the Performance Hall on Friday, March 16th at 8pm.
Scotsman Donnie Macdonald and Irishman James Keigher blend music and storytelling to take audiences on journey to their homelands. The self described Extreme Traditional Celtic Musicians have preserved the emotion and tradition of their homeland songs while at the same time telling new stories.
Russell Moore and 111rd Tyme Out
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 8:34am
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February 22, 2012 (All day) The Brewery Arts Center is the place to be St. Patrick’s Day weekend when a bit of Ireland and Scotland come to town. The folk duo Men of Worth will bring Celtic music to life in the Performance Hall on Friday, March 16th at 8pm.
Scotsman Donnie Macdonald and Irishman James Keigher blend music and storytelling to take audiences on journey to their homelands. The self described Extreme Traditional Celtic Musicians have preserved the emotion and tradition of their homeland songs while at the same time telling new stories.
Wine, Music and Art
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 9:42am
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January 7, 2012 (All day) Enjoy an afternoon of wine, art and music in the Brewery Arts Center’s Artisans Store Saturday, January 7th from Noon to 5:00pm. Resident artists and teachers will demonstrate their crafts as part of the Downtown Carson City Wine Walk. Sip wine and nibble hors d’oeuvres while watching the artisans create new works of art. Plus, accomplished Dulcimer musicians will provide music throughout the afternoon. You don’t need to take part in the Wine Walk to join in.
'A Tuna Christmas' at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by admin on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 10:14am
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Repeats every day until Sun Dec 04 2011 . Also includes Sun Dec 04 2011, Fri Dec 09 2011, Sat Dec 10 2011, Sun Dec 11 2011.
December 2, 2011 - 7:30pm
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December 4, 2011 (All day)
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December 11, 2011 (All day) The Brewery Arts Center is pleased to announce that the Proscenium Players, Inc. theater company will perform during the 2011/2012 season at the BAC. They will kick off their season with the production of “A Tuna Christmas”.
The PPI was founded in 1965 and since then has continuously entertained Carson City residents with a variety of shows. Over the years, the shows have been varied: drama, musicals, comedy, classical, improvisational, old favorites and avant-garde. Now, after a two year hiatus, the performance troupe is returning to the BAC.
Eclipse at the Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 8:36am
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December 3, 2011 (All day) The Pink Floyd tribute band returns to the Brewery Art Center’s Performance Hall December 3rd at 7:30 pm. The always popular show includes astonishing laser lights and special effects. The band recreates the ultimate concert extravaganza that made Pink Floyd famous. They don’t just pay tribute to Pink Floyd, they become Pink Floyd.
Third annual webcast of the Nevada Day Parade
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 7:03am
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October 29, 2011 - 10:00am Carson City video production company We Shoot Video (WSV), in conjunction with the Brewery Arts Center and Access Carson City television (ACCtv), will broadcast the Nevada Day Parade LIVE over the internet on Saturday, October 29th, 2011 at 10:00 am PDT. The LIVE webcast will be available at NevadaDay.com, ACCtv.org, and WeShootVideo.net. “This will be the third consecutive year WSV has webcast this unique event” says company owner Keith Barnett.
BAC gets needed facelift
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 3:00amThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City's arts community hub, is getting a facelift this month using a specialized process known as repointing."Repointing is the process of removing deteriorating m...
Food For Thought fundraiser: A Night of Buffet and Broadway
Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/22/2011 - 6:23am
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November 5, 2011 - 5:30pm A Winter Fundraiser for Food For Thought at the Carson City Nugget On November 5th, 2011. Doors Open at 5:30 pm, Dinner at 6:00 pm. Featuring a performance by the Brewery Arts Center Back the Broadway Kids.
Tickets $50, No Host Bar. For Tickets and Information Call Food For Thought at 775 885-7770
Proceeds from this event will be used to feed in-need children
Bobby Bridger to perform at BAC
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 4:00amGet a jump start on Nevada Day weekend by celebrating the history of the West. The Brewery Arts Center will host an evening of storytelling, singing and dancing that captures the spirit of the Wil...
Reading, Writing & Rhythm Fundraising Concert
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/17/2011 - 3:47pm
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October 21, 2011 (All day) Grace Christian Academy's Fall Fundraiser Concert,
Entertainment by Lucky Diamonds and the Gents of Jive at
Brewery Arts Center in Carson City. We will have dessert and raffle items
at the event. Tickets are $20.00 available at www.breweryarts.org. Any questions contact GCA @ 782-7811.
Auditions for "A Tuna Christmas"
Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/20/2011 - 8:17amEvent Date:
September 25, 2011 - 3:00pm
Proscenium Players, Inc. has announced auditions for its first production of its 2011/2012 season. "A Tuna Christmas" provides comedy set in the fictional small town of Tuna, Texas. Small-town hijinks, big Texas personalities, and Christmas silliness collide. There is no doubt this event will prove to be memorable for audiences and participants alike.
Buster Blue films live local concert
Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/25/2011 - 3:01amAmerican folk band Buster Blue is inviting Carson-area fans to be a part of an event: the filming of a live concert at Brewery Arts Center for a DVD. The concert starts at 8 p.m. Saturday in the...
Jazz through the week in Carson City
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 1:23pmThis week's music lineup continues as Jazz! Carson City 2011 has several shows planned in the coming days. Jazz! Carson City is a month-long festival hosted by the Mile High Jazz Band Association, Carson City, local businesses, and jazz lovers.
Tuesday and Wednesday lineup for Jazz! Carson City
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 1:41pmHere's a list of coming Jazz! Carson City events schedule for Tuesday and Wednesday. For details and maps, see jazzcarsoncity.com.
Tuesday
Jazz from 6 to 8 p.m. at Carson Plaza Senior Living, 2120 E. Long St., features performances by Judith Ames and friends. Song stylist Judith Ames has been singing jazz and Latin tunes in multiple languages around the area for the past six years. She will be joined by two fabulous musicians - Rocky Tatarelli, on tenor sax, and Paul January on keys.
Character development taken to new depths for the BAC Stage Kids production of 'Anne Frank'
Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/11/2011 - 3:00amThe impassioned Holocaust drama, "The Diary of Anne Frank," opens Friday in a production by the BAC Stage Kids at the Brewery Arts Center.The play traces the lives of eight people hiding from th...
Jazz around Carson City this week
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 08/09/2011 - 8:46amHere's what's hot on local jazz scene this week in celebration of Jazz! Carson City 2011: The Mile High Jazz Band will gather for Hot August Jazz Tuesday, Aug. 9, from 8:00-10:00 p.m. at Comma Courtyard, 312 S. Carson St.
Classical guitarist to perform at Brewery
Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/14/2011 - 3:01amSierra Nevada Guitar Society welcomes classical guitarist Arina Burceva in a special performance at 8 p.m. Friday at the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom, 449 West King St.Since appearing at the 200...
Jazz! Carson City Music Festival 2011 Runs Through August
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/13/2011 - 12:31pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — With the heat of summer sizzling in the Central Valley, August in Nevada's capital city has earned the distinction as the place to cool down and mellow out as the Mile High Jazz Band Association and several local businesses team up for the 8th annual August Jazz Festival.
Free Film Series at the Brewery Arts Center Begins Friday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/13/2011 - 9:06am
By Denise Clodjeaux
The Brewery Arts Center in Carson City and ACCtv will launch a new Friday Films Series on June 17. The family friendly fun begins with a five week series of short films for children. Admission is free. All showings are at 6:30pm in the Performance Hall.
The Film Series is an affordable way for families to spend time together this summer. Refreshment are available for purchase in the lobby prior to the show. For the complete film lineup visit www.breweryarts.org.
Here’s the lineup:
OurTown: Brewery Arts Center's 'Cultures of Nevada'
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 5:27amBrewery Arts Center director John Shelton talks about the "Cultures of Nevada" program.
Storyteller brings to life tribes' ancient lore
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/19/2011 - 3:01amAndy Allen shares his stories about Nevada's Native American history at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Brewery Arts Center.The presentation is part of BAC's "Cultures of Nevada" matinee series, and tick...
The Brewery Art Center to Highlight Nevada’s Paiute History
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/11/2011 - 2:12pm
By Denise Clodjeaux
Explore part of Nevada’s Native American History through the language and the stories of the Walker River Paiute Tribe with Andy Allen on Saturday, May 21st at 2p.m. in Carson City. The performance is part of the Brewery Art Center's “Cultures of Nevada” Matinee Series.
Allen’s captivating stories about his tribe will both entertain and educate. Audience members will also learn some basic Paiute words and phrases. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to experience Nevada’s rich history together.
City's Rotary clubs spruce up BAC
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 05/01/2011 - 3:01amRotarians around the world rolled up their sleeves Saturday to make a difference in their communities, and in Carson City, the focus was on the Brewery Arts Center.Ron Peterson, in charge of "Ro...
Concerts on tap in Carson City
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 04/19/2011 - 5:04pmThe Carson City Symphony will play Saturday April 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Carson Community Center with a program of "Dances and Romances" featuring guest harpist Marina Roznitovsky. Sounds like a concert not to be missed.
Roznitovsky will join the symphony for Saint-Saens' Morceau de Concert for Harp and Orchestra. Conducting will be David Bugli. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 for seniors, students and Symphony Association members. Those 16 and under are admitted free.
OurTown: More Meshuggah-Nuns!
Submitted by admin on Thu, 02/17/2011 - 12:15pmCatch this show at Brewery Arts Center:
OurTown: Meshuggah-Nuns!
Submitted by admin on Thu, 02/03/2011 - 10:10pmJune Joplin, as Sister Hubert from Meshuggah-Nuns!, talks about the wine walk & show at the Brewery Arts Center.
OurTown: Spark your creative side with BAC class
Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/27/2011 - 4:20pmKym Maehl from the Brewery Arts Center talks about a new class to help spur your creativity:
OurTown: Classes at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/04/2011 - 7:48pmKim Maehl talks about arts classes available at the Brewery Arts Center:
Celebration of Arts on Sunday to launch Nevada governor inauguration of Brian Sandoval
Submitted by editor on Thu, 12/30/2010 - 7:06amThe inauguration of Nevada's 29th governor, Brian Sandoval, will begin on Sunday with a celebration of arts in Carson City and then continue on Monday with the official ceremony at 11:30 a.m. on the steps of the state capitol.
Beginning on Sunday, Jan. 2, from 1 to 5 p.m., cultural organizations in downtown Carson City will open their doors to offer free music and dance performances, demonstrations by traditional artists, visual arts and history exhibitions, children’s activities and shopping opportunities.
OurTown: Brewery Arts Center director John Shelton, Part 2
Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/20/2010 - 8:53amThe new executive director of the Brewery Arts Center talks about the organization's fundraising efforts:
OurTown: 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever' at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/17/2010 - 8:07amScott Anderson talks about "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" playing at the Brewery Arts Center this weekend:
OurTown: Brewery Arts Center director John Shelton
Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/16/2010 - 7:00amJohn Shelton, the new executive director of the Brewery Arts Center, talks about his goals for the organization:
Watch it Live Now: Carson City Planning Commission
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/12/2010 - 3:56amCarson City planners today will consider a special use permit to install a series of solar panels at Eagle Valley Middle School.
Planners will also hear a special use permit request for improvements at the Brewery Arts Center and Performance Hall. The meeting is on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 1:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center Sierra Room, 851 East William. Click here to read the full agenda and here to watch it live.
Carson City lights up for the holidays with ice skating, ballet, train rides and festivals
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/22/2010 - 3:12pm
Carson City during the holidays always springs alive with a festive collection of entertainment, music, and traditional favorites for the whole family.
Winter arrives just in time for Thanksgiving as the Arlington Square Ice Skating Rink opens for the season with daily skate sessions from Nov. 24 - Jan. 22. Group rates and multi-use punch cards provide savings to ice enthusiasts.
Joe McCarthy to leave Office of Business Development this summer
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/05/2010 - 4:21pmJoe McCarthy, director of the Carson City Office of Business Development and a key player in city's redevelopment efforts, will be "transitioning out" of his job by June 30, according to City Manager Larry Werner.
McCarthy has been on leave for the past two weeks, following a disagreement over the presentation of a redevelopment project at Southgate Center to the Board of Supervisors.
Werner said that while they like each other personally, there is a difference in styles between the two that caused problems.
OurTown: 'I Say Nevada'
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/22/2010 - 7:33amBob Reid talks about "I Say Nevada: The Government Bailout Edition" which opens tonight at the Brewery Arts Center:
Artisan Cafe Moving into City Cafe
Submitted by Scott Schrantz on Sun, 10/03/2010 - 2:05pm
The City Cafe has only been closed for a few weeks, but already there’s a replacement business moving in. The Artisan Bakeworks Cafe is an offshoot of the Artisan Cafe in the Brewery Arts Center, and it should be able to slide right into the space with a minimum of renovations. They’re looking at opening around Thanksgiving.
Brewery Arts Center in Carson City names John Shelton as Executive Director
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/01/2010 - 7:28amCarson City's primary arts service organization has a new executive director. John M. Shelton was hired this week by the board of directors as the Brewery Art Center's leader and executive director.
New battlefield for Fridays@3rd Street war: Court
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sat, 09/11/2010 - 9:40amThe dispute between the Mom & Pop's Diner owner Doug Cramer and Brewery Arts Center director John Procaccini is heading for small claims court.
I wrote about this dispute back in June, adding to the story from the Appeal on the subject.
In short, Cramer signed a contract that included a diagram that showed where the bars operated by Mom & Pop's and Firkin & Fox were to be located. But those locations were changed in a way that Cramer claims was detrimental to his business, cutting off access to the bulk of the crowd. Procaccini admits that changes were made to the bar locations, but doesn't agree that the changes constitutes a breach of contract.
Brewery Arts Center director stepping down
Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/19/2010 - 7:06amThe Nevada Appeal has a story about Brewery Arts Center Executive Director John Procaccini stepping down. Procaccini also figures prominently in the Curry Street Promenade issue. We'll have more on this change in leadership at BAC in the coming days.
Music, poetry and jazz concerts through the weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Thu, 08/12/2010 - 9:01pmThere's lots of music and entertainment lined up for the weekend, not all in Carson City but certainly nearby. And, of course, the Jazz! Carson City festival continues.
Here's what you'll find this weekend:
— Genoa hosts The Old Time Music Festival in the Town Park Saturday. This is labeled as a celebration of American Roots Music and includes the Quake City Jug Band and banjo star Georgette Hall with her daughter Cecilia Yale. Breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 11. Tickets are $5.
Final Carson City performance tonight of 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Sun, 08/01/2010 - 2:47pmCarson City theater lovers have one more chance tonight to enjoy one of the better summer musicals playing in our town.
OurTown: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/22/2010 - 8:39amKaren Chandler talks about her production of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" playing at Brewery Arts Center this weekend:
In search of clarity for Curry Street Promenade, Part 1
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Mon, 07/19/2010 - 1:58pm
If you have taken part in the events going on in downtown Carson City this summer — such as the Friday night concerts on 3rd Street or the farmer’s market on Saturday mornings — then you have witnessed the Curry Street Promenade in action.
Though most would agree that the events are a great benefit for our downtown, the process by which this project came about is a strange one, tainted with managerial missteps, missing budgets and political indifference.
Carrie Rodriguez plays Sunday at Carson City's Brewery Outdoor Amphitheater
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Fri, 06/25/2010 - 4:23pm
Carson City music lovers have a real treat ahead of them this Sunday at 7:30 p.m. when Carrie Rodriguez brings her violin and other instruments to the Brewery’s Outdoor Amphitheater at 441 W. King St.
Pianist delivers benefit performance at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Fatima Villalobos on Sat, 06/19/2010 - 12:05am
Pianist Dr. Ron Williams performed the 50th Anniversary Recital of Toccatas and Sonatas Thursday night at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall.
The event was put on as a fundraiser for Carson City Symphony’s String for the School Program. More than fifty people attended, ranging from children to seniors.
The Recital featured songs written and originally played by J.S. Bach, D. Scarlatti, Paradisi, Haydn, Schumann, Beethoven and Ravel.
Williams was accompanied by his wife Genevieve Williams, who also assisted him while he was performing.
Supervisors delay discussion on Nugget project agreement
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/20/2010 - 1:49pmAn action item about an agreement involving the Nugget Project was pulled from the agenda at today's Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting, delaying a decision for two weeks.
The item calls for the city to contribute $75,000 to help fund the development planning for the Nugget redevelopment project. The Hop and Mae Adams Foundation will contribute $75,000, and the Carson City Library will pitch in $16,000.
City moves forward with Business Resource Center idea
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Fri, 05/07/2010 - 12:10pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors yesterday voted to proceed with investigating the lease or purchase of the Fireside building (or another similar structure) for the purpose of creating a business resource center. (You can replay the live blog of the meeting here.)
Redevelopment Authority Citizen Committee to discuss $125k in projects tonight
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/03/2010 - 11:39amThe Carson City Redevelopment Authority Citizen Committee will discuss five funding requests from the agency's revolving fund, totaling more than $125,444.
The meeting is tonight at 5:30 p.m. at the Sierra Room at the Community Center. We will have live video coverage of the meeting.
James and Jea Gotchy, owners of Lily’s China Bistro at 1280 S. Carson Street, are asking for funding assistance of $40,180.
Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation is seeking funding assistance of $37,364 to support a property improvement project at 303 Fleischmann Way.
