Rio Grande Theatre December Calendar of Events
Who: The Rio Grande Thatre
What: Monthly Events
When: December 2009
Where: The Rio Grande Theatre
Contact: (575) 523-6403
Rio Grande Theatre December Calendar of Events
Tuesday, December 1
Christmas Jams
“Christmas Jams” is an evening of Christmas Music in the style of Trans-Siberian Orchestra or Mannheim Steamroller. An upbeat and fun Christmas experience presented by Calvary Baptist Church’s Worship Arts Ministry. Showtime is 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets are $7, or two or more for $5 each. Call (575) 522-7900 for more information.
Wednesday, December 2
ASNMSU presents Teada
ASNMUS presents one of Irish music’s leading exponents on the international world music stage. With lush orchestration, Teada, meaning “strings” in the Irish language, revels in the vibrant traditional music of Ireland, deftly playing up its structural intricacies while preserving the timeless energy of the reels, jigs, hornpipes and other lesser-known tunes in the repertoire. Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors and can be purchased at the Pan Am Boxoffice, via www.Ticketmaster.com or at the Rio Grande Theatre box office the night of the show. Shows tend to sell out, so it’s best to buy early to avoid disappointment.
Thursday, December 3
Screening: “Our People, Our Faith… Our Lady”
The Branigan Cultural Center and the Las Cruces Public Information Office present a special screening of a documentary about the Guadalupe Day Ceremonies, which are celebrated throughout the Americas. This is the story of the culture, faith and dedication of the people who participate in the Fiesta of Our Lady of Guadalupe held in Tortugas, New Mexico. The celebration is legendary. A local tradition more than 100-years old captured on film. Doors open at 6:30pm. Show starts at 7pm. Admission is free to the public. Tickets available at City Hall. Go to www.CLCTV.com for more information.
Friday, December 11
NMSU Campus and Gospel Choirs
Get into the holiday spirit with NMSU’s Concert Choir, Gospel Choir and Campus Choir, delivering messages of hope through music that transcends demographic boundaries and connects people through song. Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 7:30pm. For more information, visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com.
Sunday, December 13
Mesilla Valley Chorale
The Mesilla Valley Chorale, under the direction of Nancy Ritchey, presents Love Is The Reason, a diverse program including holiday music from Classical to Pops. Tickets are $10 and all proceeds go to benefit the Community of Hope. Call (575) 647-2560 for more information.
Wednesday, December 16
KRWG presents El Paso Brass
KRWG presents one of the longest continually-performing brass quintets in America, composed of key members of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra and other distinguished artists from across the Southwest. Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 7:30pm. For more information, visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com
Friday, December 19
Johnny Rawls
Hailed throughout North America and Europe as one of the premiere soul and blues artists active today, Johnny Rawls has earned rave reviews from critics and tremendous amounts of radio airplay for his albums. According to the Blues Review, “his gritty, seasoned vocals follow in the grand tradition of Southern soul giants such as Otis Redding, James Carr and Rawls’ former employer O. V. Wright.” The London Times says, “Johnny Rawls has the earthiness of B.B. King and the Memphis Soul of Al Green.” His latest album, Ace Of Spades, just hit the stands in September 2009 and has already received a nomination for a prestigious Blues Music Award. Doors open at 7:30pm. Show starts at 8pm. Tickets are $10. For more information, visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com.
Monday, December 27
Bite Of The Apple Cabaret
This is the story of four young artists, friends and lovers beating the streets of New York City chasing their dreams. Let them take you on a funny and inspirational journey through the trials, tribulations and triumphs of seeking a professional music career in the Big Apple. Prepare your self for an evening of great variety as these rising stars perform works ranging from the virtuosic piano repertoire, opera, musical theater and pop – there is nothing these kids can’t do! After all, if they can make it there they can make it anywhere! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Show starts at 7pm. Tickets are $15 and $12. For more information, visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com.
Every Other Tuesday at the Rio Grande Theatre
December 1 – Mick Harris
December 15 – Trails West & New Horizons Symphony
December 29 – TBA
Please note: Every Other Tuesday performances always begin at 5:30pm and are free to the public.
On Exhibit in the El Paso Electric and Carolene de Mesilla Galleries
Marjorie Moeser
Internationally-acclaimed artist Marjorie Moeser will present her latest exhibition in the galleries of the Rio Grande Theatre, entitled Works On Paper: Canyon Suite and Collages, throughout the month of December, beginning with a reception for the artists to coincide with the First Friday Downtown Arts Ramble, on December 4, at 5pm. Moeser is a Toronto artist based partly in New Mexico, partly in the South of France, whose paintings are primarily about time and change and how they impact the environment. The exhibition, featuring two very different approaches to working on paper in both size and technique, will take place in both the El Paso Electric and Carolene de Mesilla Galleries. The public is cordially invited to both the reception and the exhibit as it continues through December 29.
The Rio Grande Theatre is located at 211 N. Main, in Las Cruces, NM. For clarification, photos or additional information, please visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or contact the Rio Grande Theatre Manager, David Salcido, at 575-523-6403.