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Weekly Q&A: Robin Slonina on ephemeral art, dirty charades and 'Skin Wars'
The woman behind the Game Show Network’s most-watched original TV show ever shares backstage stories and details of her life as an artist, mom and occasional passenger on Elton John's party plane.
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Native American youths unite to celebrate heritage and solidify their community
A local chapter of Native Education Raising Dedicated Students (NERDS) is raising funds for a trip to Washington, D.C.
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Monarch butterflies on the decline: How local milkweed might help save the pollinators
Gardeners at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension are aiding the effort.
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In brief: Hartland Mansion for sale, Amazon calls Vegas 'well-read' and more
Got an extra $5 million?
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Nevada's fun tax: the good, the bad and the uncertain
We break down the Live Entertainment Tax, which some are concerned will strain relationships with events and businesses that have helped put Nevada on the map as a festival destination.
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Steve Friess says goodbye, but his love for Vegas endures
Plus, he solves one of Vegas' burning mysteries.
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Goats for hire? Exploring Amazon's 'other services' rentals
You can rent a goat on Amazon, but they’re not intended for parties or barbecues.
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A train under Lake Mead? Exploring beyond the abyss
"At times the lights flickered, and for a split second it was completely dark."
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Unknown Nevada: Historical nuggets that raise even expert eyebrows
From earthquakes to the aftermath of the Kefauver hearings.
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Hot Spots: Dada Life at Hakkasan, Thomas Gold at Life and more
Plus: Zedd at Encore Beach Club and a graffiti disco at Beauty Bar.
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Glory ignored: An open letter to 'Esquire,' in defense of great Vegas bars
Apparently, drinking in Vegas is "joyless and mechanical." Uh, really?
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Krewella is still partying and sweating through adversity
“We have thousands of passionate fans at every show screaming every word to our songs. After a grand experience like that, comments in our Twitter feed … seem petty.”
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Nightlife News & Notes: EDC adds acts to lineup and more EDC weekend parties
Plus: Encore Beach Club sets a single-day attendance record.
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Reggae in the Desert, Eddie Izzard and other stuff to do this week
Plus: Las Vegas Death Fest and a must-eat spring roll. Get all the details here.
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Comic style: It's Supa when 1960's San Francisco pops up in the future
A retro futurist rainbow youth quake.
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Eric Burwell uses the materiality of paint to push the stuck medium
The abstract compositions exhibit harmony and balance, and an intriguing feel for color.
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Five thoughts: Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings (June 9, the Pearl)
Sharon shook the crowd to its core.
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Local music news & notes: The Mad Caps disband and Savory Records launches
Plus new albums due out by GoldBoot and Coastwest Unrest
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'Jurassic World' inserts dinosaurs into generic blockbuster action
It doesn't help that special effects that were groundbreaking in 1993 are now commonplace.
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'Saint Laurent' is fashionably empty
The film does little to indicate why Yves Saint Laurent was such an artistic genius.
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40 years later, 'Jaws' is still teaching us important life lessons
Steven Spielberg's mechanical shark told us it's okay to be a wimp.
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Album review: Florence and the Machine's 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful'
She still wails like a jilted banshee left stranded on the moors.
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Blythe Danner ages gracefully in 'I’ll See You in My Dreams'
Don't worry, this dramedy about an aimless retiree doesn’t spend time wallowing in misery.
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The TV version of 'Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell' loses the spark
For all its flash, it’s missing an essential ingredient—magic.
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Muse’s 'Drones' channels the sound of modern-day mistrust
The album is aggressive, cohesive and surprisingly meaningful.
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Showman Matt Goss bolsters his Strip presence with an expanded Caesars residency
During his five years at Caesars, many entertainment observers and officials in Las Vegas have wondered of Goss’ endgame on the Strip.
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'Veils' is a story of cultural battles and personal bonds
This is a journey you will almost never find in theater—which can be a very white, male, Western affair—but it’s one worth taking.
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Opera Las Vegas goes all out for 'Madama Butterfly'
Opera is meant for full productions, where all the elements of performance come together for a transportive effect.
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'Jurassic World' inserts dinosaurs into generic blockbuster action
It doesn't help that special effects that were groundbreaking in 1993 are now commonplace.
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'Saint Laurent' is fashionably empty
The film does little to indicate why Yves Saint Laurent was such an artistic genius.
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Blythe Danner ages gracefully in 'I’ll See You in My Dreams'
Don't worry, this dramedy about an aimless retiree doesn’t spend time wallowing in misery.
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The TV version of 'Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell' loses the spark
For all its flash, it’s missing an essential ingredient—magic.
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Little Tony’s brings great pizza, whiskey and more to Palace Station
The new eatery from Pizza Rock's Tony Gemignani is almost certainly the only local restaurant serving Chicago cast-iron pizza.
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Big flavors and rock-star sightings on Lazy Dog’s pup-friendly patio
Owner Chris Simms wants to take "foodie" foods and make them accessible for the masses.
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Street food reinvented: Chef Brian Lhee talks Yusho
"I love those little touches, using my background in fine dining, high-end places and applying those techniques to this food."
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Why Las Vegas Restaurant Week really matters
There's a lot more to it than fantastic price points for prix-fixe meals at the Valley's top restaurants.
