Entertainment

The Santa Fe Opera Names 44 Apprentice Singers For 2024 Season

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Soprano Cadie J. Bryan performs in the Apprentice Scenes at the Santa Fe Opera. Photo by Curtis Brown/for the Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe Opera News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe Opera has announced the 44 members of its 2024 Apprentice Program for Singers. The roster includes promising young vocalists from across the USA including New Mexico and extends to include participants from Australia, Canada, Cuba and South Korea.

The class of 2024 was selected from a pool of more than 1,000 applicants by Program Director Gayletha Nichols; Manager, Casting and Apprentice Program for Singers Chandler Read More

Happening This Week At SALA Event Center Dec. 21-24

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SALA News:

SALA Event Center, renowned for its commitment to providing captivating entertainment experiences, is thrilled to announce a spectacular lineup of holiday-themed events taking place this week.

Thursday, Dec. 21: The Enchanting Adventures of Wonka – Prepare to be swept away as the whimsical journey of Wonka continues with spellbinding shows at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Immerse yourself in a world of pure imagination and holiday magic.

Friday, Dec. 22: More Wonka Wonders – Due to popular demand, Wonka’s adventures persist with performances at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Don’t Read More

The Adobe Theater Presents The Mountaintop Opens Jan. 19

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Courtesy/Adobe Theater

The Adobe Theater News:

The Adobe Theater presents The Mountaintop by Katori Hall with performances at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 19-Feb. 11, 2024. Pay What You Will performance at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8.

The Mountaintop, is a fictional, edgy, controversial, thought-provoking play, which takes place in the motel room of Martin Luther King Jr. on the night before his assassination. Dr. King is played by Marcus Ivey (you may have seen his sterling performance in Blood Knot) and the maid is played by Nicee Wagner (recently seen in The Hollow Read More

LALT To Present ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ Jan. 2-27

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What else could possibly go wrong? To find out, attend the Los Alamos Little Theatre’s production of ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’  Jan. 12-27 at the Performing Arts Center, 1670 Nectar St. Written by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields and directed by Seona Zimmerman. ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ presents the members of the hapless Cornley Drama Society as they attempt to perform a murder mystery… Courtesy/LALT Read More

Max Gomez Returns To Peform Dec. 30 At Fuller Lodge

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Live in Los Alamos presents Max Gomez at 7 p.m. Dec. 30 at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Live in Los Alamos is bringing Max Gomez back to play his annual holiday show. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the music begins at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30 at Fuller Lodge.

Gomez will be joined this year by recent transplant to New Mexico, Americana stand-out Esther Rose, who is touring in support of her fourth studio album.

Gomez will again be joined by his New Mexico bandmates and perhaps an additional friend or two. This is the fifth time the holiday show has been held in Fuller Lodge and this one appears Read More

LALOE And Santa Fe Harmonizers To Perform Jan. 26-27

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The LALOE with the help of some members of the Santa Fe Harmonizers ushered in the holiday season at the White Rock Baptist Church potluck dinner on Friday night. Photo by Chad Lauritzen

The LALOE and SFH joined to celebrate the season with 2 hours of song last Saturday at Smith’s MarketPlace. Volunteers ringing the Salvation Army Red Kettle bell will bring in thousands of dollars to help those in need within Los Alamos County through the work of Self Help, Inc. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos

It really is the most wonderful time of the year, especially for barbershop Read More

Happenings At SALA Event Center Dec. 14-17, 2023

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SALA News:

SALA Event Center invites the community to a week filled with enchanting performances, premieres and festive celebrations. From captivating films to a spirited holiday party, SALA promises a delightful experience for all.

Thursday, Dec. 14:

  • Don’t miss your last chance to catch the enchanting “Trolls Band Together”! Two showtimes available at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., offering a rainbow of joy and musical delight.

Friday, Dec. 15:

  • Join SALA for the highly anticipated premiere of the magical “Wonka!” at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Willy Wonka’s chocolate
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Sandia Resort & Casino Announces Comedian Trevor Noah’s Off the Record Tour To Kick Off 2024 Entertainment Series

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Courtesy/Sandia Resort & Casino

Sandia Resort & Casino News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Sandia Resort & Casino announces Trevor Noah as the first show to kick off the 2024 entertainment lineup at its amphitheater. The show begins at 8 p.m., Friday May 3, 2024. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 online.

Noah is one of the most successful comedians in the world and was the host of the Emmy® Award-winning “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central for seven years. Under Trevor, “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” broke free from the restraints of a 30-minute linear show, producing Read More

Forest Service Introduces New Mexico Enchantment Pass

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — The USDA Forest Service Southwestern Regional office, in conjunction with the national forests of New Mexico, introduces the Enchantment Pass, a new annual recreation pass intended specifically for day use sites at Forest Service units within New Mexico.  

Designed to increase access for underserved communities and to support inclusivity on National Forest System lands within New Mexico, the Enchantment pass is an affordable option as site fees increase to keep up with infrastructure maintenance. The pass will be accepted at day use sites, parking areas, picnic sites, Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: Dec. 15-21, 2023

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for Dec. 15-21, 2023:

Friday, Dec. 15, 2023

  • 6 a.m. Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. The Thom Hartmann Program 
  • 11 a.m. County Council Meeting Replay 12-12–23
  • 3 p.m. Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. PAC PAGES – Los Alamos  County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. Homecoming Parade
  • 7 p.m. Los Alamos  Faith & Science Forum
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