Entertainment

Santa Fe Opera To Present Digital Premiere Of ‘The Pueblo Opera Program: And What Could Be Next’ Nov. 25

by

Fashion designer Patricia Michaels of Taos Pueblo gives an interview on stage at the Santa Fe Opera. Production still courtesy of Beverly R. Singer for the Santa Fe Opera

SFO News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe Opera will present the free digital premiere of The Pueblo Opera Program: And What Could Be Next, a documentary directed by Beverly R. Singer of Santa Clara Pueblo.

Produced by the Pueblo Opera Cultural Council (POCC) in collaboration with the Santa Fe Opera, the film chronicles the 50-year history between the Santa Fe Opera and the Pueblo and Tribal Nations of New Mexico and how its innovative programming Read More

Cinema Cindy Reviews Two Films For Grown Ups

by

By CYNTHIA BIDDLECOMB
Los Alamos

“Small Things Like These” brings Cillian Murphy (2023’s Oppenheimer) into deeply emotional territory, his face exposing the internal thoughts of Bill Furlong. Bill is a father of five daughters, all living in 1985’s Wexford County, Ireland. Bill’s wife Eileen (played by Irish film and television actress Eileen Walsh) notices that her man-of-few-words is going through something deeply troubling; thanks to her we learn more about his worries.

Bill runs his own coal and propane delivery service. He has a few guys working for him; occasionally one of them will Read More

National Theatre Live’s Vanya Screening Coming To SALA

by

SALA News:

SALA Los Alamos Event Center is thrilled to announce a unique cultural experience for the Los Alamos community, as it hosts the acclaimed production of Vanya, a one-man adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya starring celebrated actor Andrew Scott. This exclusive screening, captured live from London’s West End, will take place at 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21 at SALA.

This event marks the beginning of SALA’s partnership with National Theatre Live, a groundbreaking initiative bringing the best of British theatre to cinemas around the world. Since its inception, National Theatre Live Read More

Teatro Paraguas Presents Holiday Flamenco 2024 – Memories of Grenada

by

Teatro Paraguas News:

WHAT: 

  • Holiday Flamenco 2024 – Memories of Grenada 

WHEN: 

  • Tuesday December 17 at 7:00 p.m.,
  • Wednesday December 18 at 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday December 27 at 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday December 28 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Sunday December 29 at 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: 

  • Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe NM

TICKETS:

  •  $25 General Admission, $23 for Seniors & Students

https://teatro-paraguas.ticketleap.com/holiday-flamenco-2024-memories-of-granada/ Reservations (pay at door)  505.424.1601

INFO:       

A seasonal celebration with music and dance Read More

Pianist Dmytro Choni To Perform In Los Alamos Nov. 24

by

Dmytro Choni. Courtesy photo

LACA News:

Dmytro Choni, who took home bronze at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in June 2022, will perform a program presented by the Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA) at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at Duane Smith Auditorium.

Choni is only the second Ukrainian pianist to medal at the prestigious Cliburn contest. He won hearts and accolades with a compelling and colorful musicality combined with a genuine, engaging stage presence. As one critic noted: “Each time he strode onstage, it was with winning confidence and a big smile. He’s clearly an accomplished, Read More

Governor Appoints Graham To Lead New Mexico Film Office

by

Steve Graham

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Steve Graham as the new division director of the New Mexico Film Office.

Graham begins work today.

“Steve Graham is a native New Mexican whose deep roots and extensive background in film and television production make him an outstanding choice for this position,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “His proven leadership and innovative approach will continue to elevate New Mexico as a premier film destination, creating more opportunities for our talented local workforce and promoting diverse voices.” 

Born and raised in Read More

This Week At SALA Event Center: Nov. 12-16, 2024

by

SALA News:

SALA Event Center has announced its lineup of diverse and engaging events this week, catering to movie lovers, community supporters and families alike. From a beloved classic hosted by a local nonprofit to exciting new film releases and a special community giving event, there’s something for everyone at SALA.

Tuesday, Nov. 12
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington – 5:30 p.m.
Hosted by Los Alamos Family Council, this special showing of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington offers audiences a chance to revisit the timeless classic starring James Stewart. Watch as one man’s journey to the nation’s capital Read More

Young Musicians Win Top Awards At State Competitions

by

From left, Angel Meng, Bryan Lee, Gavin Hu, Seojin Choi, Sequoya Ke and Hannah Li. Courtesy photo

LAMTA News:

Six young musicians from Los Alamos and Santa Fe were awarded top prizes at two state-level competitions hosted by the Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico (PMTNM) on Saturday Nov. 9. These competitions are an annual event and were held this year at Keller Hall, in UNM-Albuquerque.

The first competition held that day was the Honors Auditions, which is a two-tiered competition held by PMTNM. Each of New Mexico’s six districts hold their own competitions, and the first-place district Read More

Review: Los Alamos Little Theatre Gets Fashionable And Fantastic In ‘Love, Loss And What I Wore’

by

The cast of LALT’s ‘Love, Loss and What I Wore’, which continues through Nov. 16, with shows at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and a matinee performance at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10. Photo by Thomas Graves

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Watching Los Alamos Little Theatre’s most recent production felt as intimate and cozy as having a girls’ night out.

In a way, it was a girls’ night out. The entire cast is women, sitting on stools and swapping stories about their families, triumphs, tragedies, relationships and clothes. That is the entire synopsis for “Love, Loss Read More