Archive for the ‘Latino’

  • Buscando Estrellas (Looking for Stars) YouTube
    YouTube – Buscando Estrellas - Primer programa grabado en vivo en Las Vegas Nevada MEGA TV 32 en el Hotel y Casino Greek Isles. Check out the YouTube of the first production of Buscando Estrellas (Looking for Stars) on MEGA TV 32 performed at Greek Isles. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vComdw9uORo&feature=email   Nuestra Mision es llevar sano entretenimiento...
    by Janet at June 10th, 2009 at 11:06 am
  • Buscando Estrellas – Looking for Latino Stars
    Buscando Estrellas es una oportunidad de darle a el talento local una platforma para hacer presentaciones familiares y que de esa forma se sienta la motivación para el desarrollo de todo la gente del medio artístico en Las Vegas. Janet Revere de KMCC Ch 32 “Buscando Estrellas” quieria agradecer a todo el publico por el apoyo al talento local y...
    by Janet at May 22nd, 2009 at 03:05 pm
  • Did pornography or politics bring down my site?
    Now that I have vented over the deletion of my site from BlueHost.com, I continue to speculate over what exactly happened.  Certainly the lame explanation from BlueHost does not shed any light on the real reason the entire database and all backups were erased from cyber memory.  The way I was so quickly shuttled from the customer service rep with a terse...
    by Sandra at May 5th, 2009 at 09:05 am
  • Cine en el Centro
    Cine en el Centro is a Free Monthly Film Series of Spanish language movies. Call 702-229-1515 for more info. Screenings are at the East Las Vegas Community Center 250 No Eastern Ave Las Vegas NV Oct 18 6:30 – “El Norte” (1983) USA. Oscar nominated film on the plight of Mayan Indians in Guatemala and as illegals in LA. Related Free Films for Family and...
    by Sandra at September 16th, 2007 at 08:09 am
  • “Viva Mexico” celebracion de la independencia
    There is a free celebration of Mexican Independence from Spain geared for all ages on Sep 15 from 10a-2p. There will be live music, dance and delicious Mexican . Call 702-229-2642 for more info. Brinley Community School 6150 Smoke Ranch Rd Las Vegas. Related Cine en el Centro, Ballet Folklorico – estilo America Central, Cuentos (tales) de Nuestra America
    by Sandra at September 3rd, 2007 at 06:09 am
  • Celebracion de la independencia mexicana
    Ole! The great Mexican Independence Celebration known as “On Fire in the Desert” features Rick Arroyo and the Latin Percussion Ensemble. Additional entertainment includes the dancers Latin Fashions. Join this celebracion de la independencia mexicana staged by the City of Las Vegas on Sep 08 from 2 p- 4p. FREE admission. Call 702-229-4800 for more info. West...
    by Sandra at August 25th, 2007 at 06:08 am
  • Lucha Libre Mexicana @ Orleans
    The Aug 24 7:30pm Lucha Libre Mexicana event features Blue Demon, LA Parka, Original Psicosis, NWA World Tag Team Title Match in a Steel Cage with the Real American Heros vs. Los Luchas, NEW Girls Champion 6′2″ Kong, Casandro the Exotic, and Rob Conway. Reserved seating: $65, $45, $30 and General Admission: $20. Tickets at orleansarena.com or Call 702-284-7777...
    by Sandra at July 30th, 2007 at 08:07 pm
  • NV Jazz Orchestra plays Latin – Free
    The Rainbow Library amphitheater is the venue for a Nevada Jazz Orchestra free outdoor concert featuring Latin Jazz on Jul 23 @ 8pm. The 18-piece big band will play tunes from their new Latin Jazz CD “Como No!” plus a few non-Latin favorites. Bring a picnic basket and lawn chair or blanket. Concessions available. Please NO glass containers, alcoholic beverages...
    by Sandra at July 5th, 2007 at 07:07 am
  • Guitarists Garcia Y Reyna
    The City of Las Vegas presents the guitarists Jeremy Garcia and Rosendo Reyna in an afternoon of “Baile del Sol” Jun 24 @ 3pm. From classical training to rumba-based nuevo flamenco, this duo combines Spanish rhythm and exquisite guitar work to create a original compositions and arrangements of high energy and vitality. Tickets are $10 advance/$15 performance...
    by Sandra at June 22nd, 2007 at 07:06 am
  • 4th Annual World Folk Festival
    Performers from around the world gather to present traditional music and dances at the 4th Annual Las Vegas World Folk Festival Jun 20-22 @ 7pm. The festival is hosted in part by the local troupe Mexico Vivo Dance Company, led by Ixela Gutierrez. Tickets $7 adults/$5 teens & seniors/$3 children. 3-day pass: $14 adults/$10 teens & seniors/$6 children. Call 702-229-6211...
    by Sandra at June 22nd, 2007 at 07:06 am
  • Ollimpaxqui Ballet Company
    Jun 23 @ 7 pm, in conjunction with the 4th Annual World Folk Festival, the Ollimpaxqui Ballet Company performs Mexico’s traditional dances, including pre-Columbian rituals, Veracruz bamba, Sonora deer dance with colorful routines from the rich tradition of Nayarit and Michoacan. Ollimpaxqui means joyful movement in Aztec. Ampt name, no doubt. Tickets $10 adults/...
    by Sandra at June 22nd, 2007 at 07:06 am
  • 2007 Las Vegas Guitar Festival
    The 2007 Las Vegas Guitar Festival runs Jun 20-24 with a series of 8 performances. The Festival features classical guitar, jazz guitar and flamenco guitar and is sponsored by the International Guitar Institute. Their website is internationalguitarinstitute.com. The program includes classes (for players of all levels), workshops and concerts. Tickets for individual events...
    by Sandra at June 22nd, 2007 at 07:06 am
  • Free Latino Films “Cine en el Centro”
    The City of Las Vegas screens the free Summer Latin Film Series called “Cine en el Centro” on Thursdays @ 7pm. Independent producer Luis Bonilla leads a discussion in Spanish after each film. The theme of the Spanish language series is “Revolution and Reprisal.” Call 702-229-1515. East Las Vegas Community Center 250 No Eastern Ave Las Vegas NV Films: Jun...
    by Sandra at June 21st, 2007 at 11:06 pm
  • Chejov’s “La Ahogada” in Spanish
    We’re used to Anton Chekhov in English which probably seems a bit silly to a Russian, so why not the classic Russian play in Spanish. The Tayrona Theatre Company presents “La Ahogada” Jun 22 & 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets $7/$5 seniors & students. Call 702-455-7340. Winchester Cultural Center 3130 S. McLeod Las Vegas NV Related Spanish Speaking Theatre
    by Sandra at June 21st, 2007 at 10:06 pm
  • Guatemalan Film, Food & Music
    The award-winning film “Silence of Neto” will be screened at the Whitney Library Jun 24. Directed by Luis Argueta, you will view the political and sociological struggles of this diverse people through the eyes of a young Guatemalan boy. Guatemalan food and music will be provided. A $15 donation is asked to benefit the Hermano Pedro Hospital in Antigua, Guatemala....
    by Sandra at June 21st, 2007 at 12:06 pm
  • Free Flamenco Guitar Concert
    Spanish guitarist Ricardo Griego will perform traditional flamenco music interspersed with original compositions at the Clark County Library Jul 15 @ 2pm. He will be joined by flamenco dancers for a free concert. Call 702-507-3400 for more info. Library 1401 E Flamingo Las Vegas NV
    by Sandra at June 15th, 2007 at 06:06 am
  • Update on CineVegas (La Proxima Ola)
    I’ve viewed five films so far at the 2007 CineVegas Film Festival happening at Brendan Theatres at the Palms, and have been concentrating on films by directors making their debuts with either first or second releases, especially foreign language. Part of the mission of CineVegas is to provide the opportunity to experience film you would not otherwise see in Las...
    by Sandra at June 10th, 2007 at 10:06 am
  • CineVegas Film Festival # 9
    This little film festival in Las Vegas is finally getting respect, and judging by the schedule of films, is screening a wide spectrum which should meet the taste and interests of just about any movie fan. You start with the glitz of the Opening of “Ocean’s Thirteen” and the super-cool George Clooney, Brad Pitt and Matt Damon gracing the Red Carpet on...
    by Sandra at June 5th, 2007 at 09:06 am
  • Daddy/Daughter Baile
    Univision Radio co-sponsors this 3rd annual Father’s Day Daddy/Daughter Dance with the City of Las Vegas. The whole family is invited to DJ music in English and Spanish with contests, prizes and refreshments. There will be a professional photographer on hand to capture the special moment. The Dance goes from 7p-10p on Sat Jun 16. Tickets $3. Call 702-229-1515....
    by Sandra at June 4th, 2007 at 05:06 am
  • Latin Jazz Connection
    The Nevada Jazz Society presents the Nevada Jazz Orchestra Latin Jazz Connection with 18-pieces and arrangements by director Barry Ross. Musical selections will include new as well as straight-ahead. Ross is an internationally known trombonist, composer and educator who spent many years in New York and Berlin before becomoing music director of the Nevada Jazz Orchestra...
    by Sandra at June 1st, 2007 at 07:06 am
  • Karin Denise at Elvis’
    Elvis has closed. See related Elvis’ Restaurant & Lounge has closed I’m the kind of person who likes to have a good time and I don’t have a lot of hang-ups about the kinds or types of people to help me achieve that. I figure there are good people everywhere and they come in all shapes, sizes and life-style preferences. So I don’t like to stereotype...
    by Sandra at May 27th, 2007 at 10:05 am
  • Festival Anual del Memorial Day
    27 Mayo domingo de 11a-5p est 9th Festival Anual del Memorial Day por La Asociacion Boricua de Las Vegas y El Tiempo. DJ Jose, Baile, Comida avec presentacion en vivo de El Trio Richard Goboy y Sons de Vegas, David Romero, Mario Arseno de Vegas Sabor Orchestra, Rick Arroyo, Joseph Santiago (de Latin Breeze) y mucho mas. Entradas: Adultos $5, ninos menores de 10 anos entran...
    by Sandra at May 25th, 2007 at 02:05 pm
  • Broadway tunes en espanol
    May 25 & May 26 Memorial Day Weekend @ 7pm is the performance of popular Broadway show tunes in Spanish. This is an 80-minutes show with songs like “New York New York“, and “Singin in the Rain” with selections from “Evita,” “West Side Story,” “Chorus Line” and “Chicago.” The production is the...
    by Sandra at May 22nd, 2007 at 09:05 am
  • Los Reyes de Albuquerque perform
    The Martinez family has been playing la musica hispanica from their native New Mexico for 45 years. This award winning group Los Reyes de Albuquerque will perform May 20 the music of traditional wedding celebrations, La Fiesta de los Novios, and a special tribute to Mexico. Tickets $10 advance/$15 day of event. Call 702-229-6211. Reed Whipple Cultural Center 821 Las Vegas...
    by Sandra at May 15th, 2007 at 07:05 am
  • Salsa with Vega Sabor Orchestra
    Come dance salsa to the Latin beat of the Vega Sabor Orchestra Sat May 19. The City of Las Vegas sponsors this event with a salsa/merengue dance workshop at 7pm; actual dance starts at 8pm. There will be dance contests and no-host bar. Tickets are $10. Call 702-229-1515 for more info. East Las Vegas Community Center 250 No Eastern Ave Las Vegas NV
    by Sandra at May 14th, 2007 at 08:05 pm
  • Registration Begins for Summer “Cultural Arts Classes”
    Lumped together under the broad category of “cultural arts classes” is a variety of wonderful activities sponsored by the City of Las Vegas. Check out website www.lasvegasparksandrec.com or call specific Center. May 12-24 registration. Reed Whipple Cultural Center: pottery for all levels, youth certamics; ballet, hip hop, hula; private flute, guitar, piano....
    by Sandra at May 11th, 2007 at 07:05 am
  • Cinco de Mayo @ French Josette’s Bistro
    This Saturday night is Cinco de Mayo at the French bistro owned by the blonde bombshell, Josette. You have Kiki Kalor who will lead the celebration with hot Latin song and dance. Look for a Spanish heritage show with flamenco and castenets with DJ Dancing after the show. The party at Josette’s Bistro opens for dinner at 6p and goes on til closing. This should be...
    by Sandra at May 4th, 2007 at 07:05 am
  • Tastes & Tunes in North Las Vegas
    This is the 5th Annual Tastes & Tunes Festival May 4-5 with free admission. The Mexican Village will showcase Cinco de Mayo festivities with vendors and live Latino music on the Findlay Toyota Fiesta Stage. There will also be lots of action with boxing bouts provided by Barry’s Boxing. Look for a full-sized carnival by Royal West Amusements. Music will also...
    by Sandra at April 30th, 2007 at 09:04 am
  • Cinco de Mayo @ Lorenzi Park
    Celebrate the culture of Mexico at the Cinco de Mayo Festival May 5 6p-10p in Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza. Disfrutan la musica, dance, crafts and family activities. Call 702-229-1087 for more info. Admission is Free. Lorenzi Park 720 Twin Lakes Dr Las Vegas NV (off W Washington). Related Cinco de Mayo Musica @ The District, Cinco de Mayo “Cazadores Las Chicas”,...
    by Sandra at April 30th, 2007 at 09:04 am
  • Cinco de Mayo Musica @ The District
    Come enjoy Rick Arroyo and the Latin Percussion from 6p-10p at the Courtyard at the District at Green Valley Ranch. Latino musical entertainment for the whole family and it’s free. Call 702-990-2131 for more details. Related Cinco de Mayo Musica @ The District Tastes & Tunes in North Las Vegas Cinco de Mayo “Cazadores Las Chicas”, Free Cinco...
    by Sandra at April 30th, 2007 at 09:04 am