Mike Prevatt
Story Archive
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FeaturesHow might Southern Nevada’s outdoor experience be impacted by the new administration?
Thursday, April 6, 2017 The strain on the national park system could mean closed visitor centers, a reduction of maintenance and security, and limited resources for battling wildfires.
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NoiseConcert on-sales: Art of Rap, Fleet Foxes, Foster the People and more
Wednesday, April 5, 2017 Also: Simple Plan, X, Daughtry, Joe Bonamassa and more.
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NoiseFive thoughts: STS9 at Brooklyn Bowl (March 31)
Monday, April 3, 2017 Drummer Zach Velmer's choreography behind the kit compares to famously dramatic drummers like Dave Grohl and Ronnie Vannucci.
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A&EMoviegoing news: Eclipse opens to kids and Boulevard Mall gets a Galaxy
Thursday, March 30, 2017 A year ago, neither Downtown nor Midtown had any neighborhood theaters. Now both will have some of the most lux cinemas in the Valley.
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NoiseConcert on-sales: Ringo Starr, Gary Clark Jr., Phoenix and more
Wednesday, March 29, 2017 Also: Junefest, Matchbox Twenty, Rodney Atkins ... and Corey Feldman.
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A&EConcert on-sales: TLC, Primus, Warped Tour and more
Thursday, March 23, 2017 Also: Howard Jones, Rod Stewart, John Michael Montgomery and more.
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IntersectionLas Vegas is headed for a very gay 2017
Wednesday, March 22, 2017 A staggering amount of large-scale LGBT events will be locally produced in 2017.
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IntersectionGoofy races and obstacle courses get Vegas moving
Wednesday, March 22, 2017 There's room on the calendar for events like The Color Run and Tough Mudder, say traditional runners.
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A&EStill waters: The Cosmopolitan’s beloved outdoor stage goes silent for pool season
Wednesday, March 15, 2017 In contrast, Cosmo’s indoor hall, the Chelsea, is booked well into fall.
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NoiseAlbum review: Despite relevant themes, Depeche Mode's 'Spirit' suffers
Wednesday, March 15, 2017 Political doesn't always mean good.
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Features'Lost Vegas Hiway' is a visual album for locals
Thursday, March 9, 2017 Jeff Mix wrote 10 songs and applied them to ten characters.
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IntersectionDemonstrations reveal Las Vegas’ emboldened Jewish and Muslim communities
Wednesday, March 8, 2017 “It’s a wonderful time. We’re all united. We’re standing for what’s right.”
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IntersectionDigging into DTP: Takeaways from a Q&A with ‘Kingdom of Happiness’ author
Thursday, March 2, 2017 Aimee Groth begins her book as an enthusiast of Downtown Project but turns critical once problems arise.
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IntersectionGet your activism on at an upcoming demonstration
Thursday, March 2, 2017 Next up: a peace rally March 3 at the Masjid Ibrahim.
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A&EFive fun things to do between Las Vegas and Primm
Thursday, March 2, 2017 Seven Magic Mountains isn’t the only must-see (or must-do) adventure.
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FeaturesMusic for airports
Thursday, March 2, 2017 Here are some songs that capture the excitement and romance of traveling somewhere.
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IntersectionBury the hatchet at this ax-throwing venue
Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017 Not only is ax-chucking a thing outside of lumberjack circles, it has spread to Las Vegas, because Las Vegas.
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IntersectionWork at Wynn and Resorts World inspires more ideas for the North Strip
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017 The revitalization of the area has been projected for years. Naturally, we have ideas.
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IntersectionDennis McBride talks about his new book on Nevada’s LGBT history
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017 The local historian discusses his exhaustively researched account of the queer experience in Las Vegas and elsewhere in the state.
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IntersectionIs Adventuredome getting a new roller coaster?
Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017 Adventuredome is currently clearing out the area once occupied by the Rim Runner water flume.
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A&ESprings Preserve’s Boomtown re-creates a Las Vegas streetscape
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 The new attraction harkens to the city's railroad-town days.
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IntersectionArtisan’s local showcase kickstarts a new live music experience
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 An open-mic night is slated to begin February 27, too.
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NoiseSango to bring innovative urban sound to the Bunkhouse
Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017 The rising producer and member of the esteemed Soulection collective—makes his Vegas debut Thursday.
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NoiseFurther Future festival to take 2017 off
Monday, Jan. 30, 2017 The forward-thinking and experiential weekender, which was previously held in Moapa, announces it will go on hiatus to evolve its concept.
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IntersectionFour years after going into effect, the cellphone law still needs Metro’s push
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017 And other things we learned at the recent LVMPD-hosted Community Safety Forum at the Mob Museum.
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TasteDecade of distinction: An appreciation of the pioneering Downtown Cocktail Room
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017 Even when it first opened in 2007 and gave Vegas drinkers and scenesters their first walkable Downtown barhop, you always started at DCR.
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NoiseAlbum review: The xx open up in myriad ways on 'I See You'
Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017 With more confessional lyrics and an expanded sound, the English trio offer more to absorb.
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IntersectionThe Compassion Experience brings the less-developed world to the suburbs
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017 One moment, you’re in Southwest Las Vegas. The next, you’re in a Nairobi mud hut, listening to a boy talk about begging for food.
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Dining NewsAvery Brewing moves into Las Vegas market
Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017 Nevada represents the 33rd state to gain distribution of the acclaimed Boulder, Colorado brews.
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NoiseAlbum review: David Bowie's 'No Plan' EP adds a worthy closing chapter to his legacy
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017 As we braced for the anniversary of Bowie's death, his team delivered a surprise nugget the day before his birthday.
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IntersectionThe Ghostlight Project inspires the theater community to rally for social justice
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017 When the cast of Hamilton delivered a message to the vice-president elect, it inspired a viral movement.
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IntersectionLGBT nightlife says goodbye to Goodtimes, hello to Flair
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017 Following the closure of the longtime eastside gay nightclub, another quietly opens a few blocks down the street.
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IntersectionAn Arts Town Meeting will determine Southern Nevada’s artistic priorities
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017 The public is invited to Wednesday's Winchester Cultural Center gathering, which last took place two years ago. .
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FeaturesSpend the next 365 days leading a more fulfilling life
Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016 How do you follow a lousy year? By making the next one count. The world might be headed toward any number of disasters, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try and better it in the process.
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FeaturesBoulevard Mall might be Las Vegas' most charming shopping center
Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016 This is not the Boulevard of old. It’s not even the Boulevard of two years ago. This longtime Maryland Parkway fixture is refining its focus in our changing local market.
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Fine ArtArts Notes: New Jerry Misko and Gear Duran murals and a 'Dream Machine'
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016 New art pieces make their debut, and the City issues a call to arts.
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Intersection‘Fear the Walking Dead’ slated for Fremont St. Experience
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 A walk-through attraction themed to the AMC show has been announced for 2017.
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IntersectionPaid parking on the Strip may be a necessary evil
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 As Las Vegas grows in various ways, so do the costs of living here.
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NoiseDeadmau5's latest shows off his artistic intuition
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 The highly critical DJ continues to expand his sonic palette.
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IntersectionThoughts on how our hockey team’s name got bungled
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 Did Foley fumble the puck?
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NoiseThe Killers release charity Christmas album ‘Don’t Waste Your Wishes’
Friday, Nov. 25, 2016 The 11-track album compiles all of the Vegas band's previously released holiday singles, plus a new take on "I'll Be Home For Christmas."
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IntersectionWhat to expect when Downtown’s Eclipse Theaters opens next week
Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016 Luxury amenities include reclining leather chairs, dine-in service at your seat and unconventional concessions.
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NoiseAlbum review: 'Woman' finds Justice heading down the retro rabbit hole
Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016 The French duo has yet to transcend its early breakthrough.
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A&EFive excellent outdoor escapes for the fall
Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016 It's time to trip to Mount Charleston, Valley of Fire and a few other favorite spots.
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IntersectionWhen can we buy recreational cannabis already?
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016 After the passage of Question 2, more questions—especially about implementation—arise.
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IntersectionVegas’ NHL team gets christened on Tuesday
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016 Will it be the Silver Knights? The Black Knights? Or...? Be there in person when team reps reveal the name and logo.
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IntersectionAt least Nevada got it right
Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016 Voters kept the Silver State blue by supporting Democratic candidates; progressive measures such as recreational marijuana and stronger background checks also passed.
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NoisePhish in Vegas 2016: The boys deliver another MGM blockbuster on Halloween
Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016 The jam masters triumph again, especially during their stunning, reverential performance of David Bowie's 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars.'
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NoisePhish in Vegas 2016: Five thoughts on Night 2
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016 Phish tones down the jam fireworks in favor of more considered, contemplative improv masterwork.
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IntersectionSelfies and shares abound with the latest wave of public art
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016 Is the proliferation of public art more about photo ops and marketing?
