News about Reno, Nevada’s annual Artown events through the month of July.
Artown’s closing night “Stream-A-Thon” is still available to watch online, with dance, music, and discussion of the arts.
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The 25th anniversary of Artown kicked off with a virtual “Opening Night Extravaganza,” and continues the monthlong festival with many events online.
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“Totally weird.” “I miss the streets.” Artown presenters on the challenges of working in quarantine | Double Scoop
By ThisIsRenoBy ThisIsRenoHundreds of Artown presenters have been working around venue closures and social isolation, adapting their output to a new reality.
Artown announced plans for the Lear Theater, including a possible 45 to 50-unit apartment building, at a recent festival press conference.
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Silver lining: Artown festival altered but not canceled due to COVID-19
By Jeri DavisBy Jeri DavisOn Monday June 8, Artown organizers held a virtual press conference with local media to announce this year’s events.
OPINION: Artown has a strict obligation to the community to be open and transparent with their plans for the Lear Theater.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this summer’s Artown will see only 300 events with fewer in-person events and none at Wingfield Park.
TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada holds auditions for its Artown production of “The Wizard of OZ” on Tuesday, April 28 via ZOOM.
The Nevada Arts Council’s Basin to Range Exchange (BRX) is showcasing a variety of projects that are designed to bring collaboration between urban and rural arts organizations.
Wednesday is the last day of the 2019 month of Artown events. Be sure check out Squirrel Nut Zippers headlining at Wingfield Park.
