The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
**May Performance Listings**
Address:
Symphony Park Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89106
Phone:
The Smith Center box office – 702-749-2000
Website Address:
www.TheSmithCenter.com
Attractions / Tours
The Smith Center
Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
Free to the public
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts offers free, guided walking tours of the world-class campus on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. highlighting its architectural accomplishments, artwork and historic overview. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and are limited to 20 patrons per tour. To register for a tour, please visit www.TheSmithCenter.com.
May Show Listings
As of April 1, 2014
REYNOLDS HALL
Renée Fleming – Guilty Pleasures
Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $39
Reynolds Hall
One of the most beloved and celebrated musical ambassadors of our time, soprano Renée Fleming is known for her sumptuous voice, consummate artistry, and compelling stage presence. She has performed across the world, from the Beijing Olympics to Buckingham Palace to the Obama Inaugural Celebration. For her first-ever public performance in Las Vegas, she will sing beloved songs and arias ranging from grand opera favorites to Broadway and the Great American Songbook.
Under the Streetlamp with special guests Gentleman’s Rule
Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $24
Reynolds Hall
With their unique style and modern “Rat Pack” persona, Under The Streetlamp brings the American Radio Songbook to a whole new level. With the mantra “Retro never sounded so now,” the four extremely talented and charismatic former cast members of the Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical JERSEY BOYS provide an electrifying concert of classic hits of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. The show includes a perfect balance of tender ballads and up-tempo tunes, all done with the same signature harmonies and slick dance moves that have made them irresistible. Special guests Gentleman’s Rule blends youthful style and outstanding vocals with timeless classics and contemporary hits. Their diverse music selections include songs by the legendary Manhattans, Bill Withers, Rolling Stones, Rascal Flatts and the Spencer Davis Band, just to name a few.
Nevada Ballet Theatre: Coppélia – The Girl with the Enamel Eyes
Friday, May 9, 2014 and Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $35
Reynolds Hall
Perfect for the whole family, Coppélia is a charming story of a young couple in love, a toymaker, and his doll that comes to life finds new fans in every generation. Choreographed by James Canfield and set to the exuberant score of Léo Delibes, a wild mix of abracadabra and comic chaos is unleashed in this classical ballet. Coppélia is the culminating production for the 2013-2014 season.
Lily Tomlin – An Evening of Classic Lily Tomlin
Sunday, May 11, 2014 at 3 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $29
Reynolds Hall
Get together with Lily Tomlin for an unforgettable afternoon of fun and sidesplitting laughter, which is an endearing way to spend Mother’s Day. This unique comic artist takes audiences on what the Washington Post calls a “wise and howlingly funny” trip with more than a dozen of her timeless characters—from Ernestine to Mrs. Beasley to Edith Ann. Her long list of accolades includes a GRAMMY®, two Tony Awards®, six Emmys, an Oscar nomination, two Peabody’s and the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Don’t miss this warm and uniquely affecting experience filled with comical insights and wildly, witty observations about the human condition.
Chazz Palminteri in A Bronx Tale
Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $24
Reynolds Hall
A classic coming of age story brought to life in an original one man show. Written and performed by Chazz Palminteri, A Bronx Tale tells the story of Calogero Anello, a young boy from a working class family who gets involved in the world of organized crime. Calogero’s father is a bus driver who tries to instill working-class family values in his son. As Calogero gets older, the aura and mystique of the mafia, and the charms of Sonny, the local mob boss who befriends Calogero (and ends up becoming a father figure to him), become difficult to resist. As Calogero comes of age, he must struggle with the choice of following his beloved father’s values or submitting to the temptations of the life of organized crime.
Las Vegas Philharmonic :Pops Series V “Paris, Je T’aime”
Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $25
Reynolds Hall
Sarah Hicks, Principal Conductor, Pops and Presentations of the Minnesota Orchestra and Staff Conductor of the Curtis Institute of Music, will lead the Las Vegas Philharmonic as they say au revoir to the 2013-14 season with an amorous musical romp around one of the most romantic cities in the world… Paris. The program will include French favorites such as Debussy’s “Clair de Lune,” Bizet’s “Farandole from L’Arlesienne,” Jacques Brel’s “Ne me quitte pas” as well as Colombo’s accordion-laced “Indifference” and “Passion” performed by special guest soloist, Patrick Harison.
ONCE
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 – Sunday, May 25, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 24, 2014 & Sunday, May 25, 2014 at 2 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $26
Reynolds Hall
Winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards® including “Best Musical,” ONCE is a truly original Broadway experience. Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, ONCE tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights, but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance. Emotionally captivating and theatrically breathtaking, ONCE draws you in from the very first note and never lets go. It’s an unforgettable story about going for your dreams… not living in fear… and the power of music to connect all of us.
Johnny Mathis in concert with special guest Gary Mule Deer
Friday, May 30, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $29
Reynolds Hall
Celebrating his 58th year in the music industry, Johnny Mathis is Columbia Records’ longest-running artist. A sublime vocalist whose approach to pop music eclipses passing fads and trends, Mathis has performed songs in an incredible variety of styles and categories — from music composed for stage and film to golden era jazz standards, contemporary pop hits, and holiday music — all of which has assured his reputation as one of the most enduring vocalists in music history. Best-known for his supremely popular hits like “Chances Are,” “It’s Not For Me To Say” and “Misty,” Mathis has recorded more than 80 albums and has had 50 hits on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary Chart. During his extensive career he has had three songs inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and in 2003 Mathis was given the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Mathis returns to Las Vegas to perform some of his greatest hits and personal favorites.
CABARET JAZZ
Tom Dreesen – An Evening of Laughter and Stories of Sinatra
Friday, May 2, 2014 and Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 7 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $39
Cabaret Jazz
In this unforgettable performance, Dreesen will take you from his childhood of shining shoes in bars in his hometown of Harvey, IL hearing Sinatra on the jukebox, to one day touring the nation as his opening act flying in Sinatra’s private jet and staying up until dawn, night after night. Dreesen takes you to Sinatra’s last performance and the last song he ever sang and then to his last days on earth. Dreesen’s standup comedy is hilarious, his insight keen and storytelling superb and the lessons he learned from the legendary star promises to move the audience!
Morgan James
Friday, May 9, 2014 at 7 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $39
Cabaret Jazz
Broadway’s Morgan James brings her smoky and soulful renditions to Cabaret Jazz. She’s fast becoming one of the most sought-after multi-genre vocalists in the country and was recently seen in the Broadway revival of “Godspell” and the new production of “Motown: The Musical.” Calling to mind artists such as Eva Cassidy, Billie Holiday and Aretha Franklin, her on stage performances have left both audiences and critics in awe, with The New York Times declaring Morgan as “a phenomenal talent whose feel for classic soul music is bone deep…This woman is on fire.”
Danny Wright
Sunday, May 11, 2014 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $30
Cabaret Jazz
Danny Wright presents an elegant Mother’s Day piano concert in the elegant Cabaret Jazz, featuring works from Danny’s double album, “A Mother’s Love,” celebrating mothers everywhere with songs like “You Raise Me Up” and “Wind Beneath My Wings.” The renowned pianist and composer will share the heartwarmingly beautiful real-life inspirations for his original pieces on the album, including “My Son’s Lullaby.”
Jane Monheit
Friday, May 23, 2014 and Saturday, May 24, 2014 at 7 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $39
Cabaret Jazz
The Smith Center is delighted to welcome once again one of New York’s most dynamic vocalists, Jane Monheit accompanied by pianist Michael Kanan in a special duo performance. Audiences will be delighted by this traditional jazz piano program with some lovely cabaret moments featuring hits from Monheit’s recordings including her current release “The Heart of the Matter.” This supremely gifted singer is capable of tremendous vocal flights, dips, turns and extensions, but she doesn’t grandstand or hold a note simply to show off. Her goal is to convey a story, and she does so with grace.
The Composers Showcase of Las Vegas
Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 10:30 p.m.
Ticket price $20
Cabaret Jazz
Keith Thompson, conductor of the hit musical “Jersey Boys,” hosts this monthly showcase that features original music from some of Las Vegas’ best composers and songwriters, and performed by some of the best performers and musicians from the Las Vegas entertainment and theatrical communities. The informal showcase is always diverse, eclectic and extremely entertaining and features a very high caliber of musicianship and artistry.
Steve Tyrell – “It’s Magic” the songs of Sammy Cahn
Friday, May 30, 2014 and Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 7 p.m.
Ticket prices start at $39
Cabaret Jazz
Steve Tyrell is a GRAMMY Award®-winning vocalist who in his four and a half decades in the music business has achieved great success as an artist, producer, songwriter, music supervisor and performer. With the grit and soul of a lifetime of experiences, Tyrell has reinvented and re-popularized classic pop standards for a modern-day audience. It’s Magic: The Songs of Sammy Cahn features songs from the famed songwriter whose music continues to inspire generations today. The performance will feature Cahn’s beloved classics including “It’s Magic,” “Come Fly With Me,” “Call Me Irresponsible,”“Teach Me Tonight,” “The Tender Trap,” “Ain’t that A Kick in the Head” and “All the Way.”
About The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
The hallmark of downtown Las Vegas’ 61-acre urban development known as Symphony Park, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts is a public-private partnership that opened in March 2012. Heralded as the city’s Heart of the Arts®, The Smith Center is an architectural triumph and long-awaited cultural achievement that educates and entertains the citizens of Southern Nevada. The $470 million world-class performing arts center offers a blend of performances by resident companies, first-run touring attractions, lectures and internationally acclaimed performers in music, theater and dance. The five-acre campus features four performance spaces including the 2,050-seat Reynolds Hall, the 258-seat Cabaret Jazz club, the 250-seat Troesh Studio Theater and the 1.7-acre Donald W. Reynolds Symphony Park for outdoor concerts. Additionally, the campus is home to the Discovery Children’s Museum that opened in March 2013. For more information about The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, please visit www.TheSmithCenter.com. Keep up with news and events on Facebook and follow The Smith Center on Twitter at @SmithCenterLV.