El Paso Scene Weekly for May 12-18, 2008

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Culture Cruise Español -- El Paso’s Culture Cruise celebrates El Paso’s Spanish heritage at 15 of Downtown El Paso’s galleries and shops 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 15, sponsored in part by the city’s Museum and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD). This year’s event highlights the city’s Celebrate Our Heritage: Spain events, and galleries will feature food and beverages that are staples in Spanish culture, as well as a few special collections developed by some of the venues. Admission is free, unless listed otherwise. Information: 541-4481.
  Sun Metro will provide trolley transportation for 25 cents a ride, or free to anyone and their guests who park at Union Plaza Transit Terminal, 400 W. San Antonio (parking is $3). Buses will continuously loop around the downtown area, with stops at a close proximity to the participating galleries to pick up and drop off cruisers. The wait time for buses should be no more than 15 minutes at a time.
  Participants:
-- Clarkston Art, Guitars & Gifts, 407 E. Nevada.
-- Creative Kids oLo Gallery, 504 San Francisco.
-- De Franco Designs Jewelry Expressions, 500 N. Oregon (facing Franklin St.), Suite D.
-- The El Paso Chile Company, 909 Texas Avenue.
-- El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Third Thursday event is 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., featuring “Spanish Nights -- An Evening with the Santa Fe Opera” in celebration of the Culture Cruise Español. Museum admission is free, participation in Third Thursdays is $8 ($5 museum members); $12 pairs ($10 members).
-- El Paso Museum of History, 510 N. Santa Fe St. For the Culture Cruise the museum has developed a special exhibition of historical clothing worn by Spanish soldiers and explorers in the Don Juan de Oñate expedition.
-- El Paso Holocaust Museum and Study Center, 715 N. Oregon.
-- El Paso Public Library, 501 N. Oregon. In commemoration of We Celebrate Our Heritage–Spain!, the Main library is showcasing “The World of Don Quixote de la Mancha” consisting of over 225 paintings and artifacts from the private collection of Albert Askenazi.
-- FORUM, Arts and Culture, 705 Texas Ave.
-- HusH Gallery, 504 Stanton.
-- Marie Otero Hair-Make-up-Art, 500 N. Oregon (facing Franklin).
-- Lynx Exhibits, 300 W. San Antonio. Currently showing is” Tut’s Treasures: Re-Creating The Tomb. “ Admission: $10.
-- The Hal Marcus Studio & Gallery, 800 N. Mesa, at Yandell, Top Floor. Enjoy drinks, hors d’oeuvres and live music.
-- Insights El Paso Science Museum, 505 N. Santa Fe. Currently showing is “The Nature of Holography.” Admission: $6 ($5 students military and seniors, $4 for children age 4-11).

Armed Forces Day -- The community is invited to Fort Bliss for the annual Armed Forces Day activities 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Noel Field, Fort Bliss, featuring interactive booths, games, a chili cook-off, drawings and other family activities. Admission is free. Information: 568-4505.
  Planned activities include military equipment displays; Military Police Working Dog Teams; fire department; Explosive Ordnance Disposal; Health Fair; Drill Team competition; Chili Cook-off; post historical tours; entertainment by the 62nd Army Band, the Shady Ladies and the Del Rio Band; Rappelling (open to the public); and a variety of food and drink concessions.
  Children ages 10-17 will receive a “passport” that will include the different areas to visit on Armed Forces Day such as the rappelling tower, motor transport course, leadership reaction course, Engaged Skills Training 2000 area, and the health fair.  Once the card is complete, the participant will receive a certificate signed by the Fort Bliss Commanding General and a prize.
   The Rio Grande Wheels Car Club will conduct its annual “Salute the Troops Car Show” at the building 503 parking lot, across from Noel Field.


Art in the Park -- The City Parks & Recreation Department’s semi-annual arts & crafts fair is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, at Memorial Park Reserve, 1701 N. Copia. Continuous entertainment. Admission is free. Information: 533-3311.
  Saturday entertainment:
-- 10 a.m. -- Mrs. Baker’s Dance Studio
-- 11 a.m. -- to be announced
-- Noon -- Dancetastic
-- 12:30 p.m. -- Kocomo
-- 1 p.m. -- Guitar Slim
-- 2 p.m. -- to be announced
-- 3 p.m. -- Bowie Dance Ensemble
-- 4 p.m. -- Jacqueline Mata
-- 5 p.m. -- Marching Sun (original music)
  Sunday, entertainment:
-- 10 a.m. -- West Texas Criss Crossers
-- 10:390 a.m. -- Little Darlings
-- 11 a.m. -- Kristen Moreno
-- Noon -- Kocomo
-- 1 p.m. -- Momento Mori 
-- 2 p.m. -- Evolution
-- 2:30 p.m. -- Just for Kicks
-- 3 p.m. -- Shelby Acosta
-- 4 p.m. -- Bowie Dance Ensemble
-- 5 p.m. -- Deniese Baisley

Feast in the Middle East -- The annual May dinner and festival is noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 17-18, at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church and the Summit Ballroom & Conference Center, 120 N. Festival. Admission is free, but tickets are available for food coupons in advance or at the door. The food includes traditional cuisine: kibbee, meat pies, baklava, other pastries and more. Entertainment features Middle Eastern dancing and music. Information: 584-9100 or 562-8248.

CONCERTS

Pink Martini -- The ultra lounge group performs at 8 p.m. Friday, May 16, at Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center. Tickets: $23.50 and $33.50 (Ticketmaster).
  The Portland, Oregon-based “little orchestra” featuring lead singer China Forbes, was founded in 1994 by pianist Thomas Lauderdal. Their first debut album “Sympathique,” became an international phenomenon, gaining the group nominations for “Song of the Year” and “Best New Artist” in France’s Victoires de la Musique Awards. Seven years later, their follow-up, “Hang on Little Tomato,” reached #1 on Amazon.com’s best sellers list. Their latest album, “Hey Eugene!” was released in 2007.

Randy Reed -- The former UTEP professor presents a classical guitar concert at 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, at The Chapel at Loretto, 1300 Hardaway. Tickets: $10 ($8 seniors and military; $5 students. Information: 833-0263.

George Carlin -- The politically edgy comedian brings his returns to El Paso Saturday, May 17, at the Plaza Theatre. Tickets: $31.50 and $38.50. Available through Ticketmaster: 544-8444 or ticketmaster.com.
  Famed for his landmark “Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television” routine, Carlin’s provocative, scathing comic style explores the limits of free speech and good taste.
  Carlin was the first-ever host of NBC’s Saturday Night Live on Oct. 11, 1975, and has been featured in various films. In 2004, Carlin was voted No. 2 of the “Greatest Standup Comedians of All Time” by Comedy Central (behind Richard Pryor). Carlin performs regularly as a headliner at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

Bowfire -- The eclectic violin ensemble performs at 8 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center. The Canadian musical group of nine violinsts/fidders perform an eclectic mix of classical music, jazz, bluegrass, Celtic music, rock music, and world music. Their most popular piece is “Fiddler in the Hood,” and have performed covers of everything from classical to Led Zepplin. Tickets: $35.50-$45.50 (Ticketmaster).
  Formed in June 2000, Bowfire is composed of virtuoso string players who are at the forefront of their respective styles, combined with equally gifted and respected backup musicians on piano and keyboards, bass, percussion, guitars and cello. Fiddlers in the company are also world-class step dancers and tap dancers.

Paris Preview -- UTEP Department of Music presents Melissa Colgin-Abeln, flute, and Dominic Dousa, composer/piano at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18, in the Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall, as part of its Faculty Recital Series. The show features highlights of their upcoming two concerts in Paris, France in late May. Tickets: $8 ($5 seniors/military/ non-UTEP students; $3 UTEP students). Prices may differ for special events. Information: 747-5606 or utep.edu/music.
  Colgin-Abeln and Dousa will perform French and American works for the century-old Atelier Series and a special performance at the American Embassy. Works include the Aaron Copland Duo for flute and piano, French works by Marin Marais, Philippe Gaubert and Benjamin Godard, and a duo work composed by Dousa for the concerts.


Club 101 -- 3233 N. Mesa, Suite. 300. Advance tickets for most events available at All That Music, Up and Running, Club 101 and at ticketbully.com, unless otherwise listed. Mindless Self Indulgence performs 8 p.m. Sunday, May 18, with special guests The Birthday Massacre and Combichrist. All ages show. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

ALSO THIS WEEK


Honor Jazz Concert -- Ysleta ISD Fine Arts’ Celebrate the Arts Series presents Ysleta’s top jazz musicians and guest artists saxophonist Dan Bortan and guitarist Steve Marquez at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, at the Ysleta Administration and Cultural Arts Center Theatre, 9600 Sims. Admission is free. Information: 434-9700 or finearts.yisd.net.

‘Aging to Perfection’ expo -- The Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging’s 9th annual senior expo is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, May 13-14, at the El Paso Convention Center. The event features health screenings, door prizes and demonstrations, exhibitors showcasing legal, lifestyle, healthcare, and recreational activities for seniors and their caregivers. Live music provided by Little Mike and the Blue Kings and dozens of local entertainers. Admission is free. Information: 533-0998 or riocog.org.
  Free legal wills available to qualified individuals who pre-register with the Area Agency on Aging. Seniors may register at local senior centers for free transportation to the Expo.

Northeast Community Prayer Breakfast -- The 32nd annual event begins at 6:45 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, at Northeast Christian Academy, 9901 McCombs, featuring spiritual messages, religious readings and patriotic and inspirational music. Keynote speaker is Army Lt. Col. John Chavez, commander of the 1/43 Air Defense Artillery Battalion at Fort Bliss. Chavez and his wife, Holly, have five children. The Chavez family was honored last year as the Association of the United States Army Family of the Year. Admission is $7.50. Information: 751-7977.
  The breakfast also honors the Northeast family and citizen of the year.

Spirit of Amigo Luncheon Travel Fair -- Texas Secretary of State Roger Williams is the guest speaker at the 6th annual tourism luncheon and tradeshow Thursday, May 15, at the El Paso Convention Center in recognition of National Tourism Week. Trade show hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with regional exhibitors from West Texas, Lunch served at noon. southern New Mexico and Chihuahua. Admission is free for all events, except lunch; call for lunch ticket prices. Information/reservations: Leesy Ramirez-McCorgary, 534-0681.
  The official National Tourism Week kick-off is noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Outlet Shoppes at El Paso, with a live radio remote, raffle, giveaways and more.
  The week ends with Armed Forces Day celebration 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Fort Bliss’s Noel Field, with interactive booths, games, drawings and other family activities.
  Participants may register to win two Southwest Airline tickets (to be awarded at end of May) at all three events.

Third Thursdays at EPMA -- The monthly event, geared towards “YoCos” (Young Cosmopolitans), is 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at the El Paso Museum of Art. Food, drink, networking and door prizes. The May 15, event is “Spanish Nights -- An Evening with the Santa Fe Opera” as part of the city’s Celebrate Our Heritage -- Spain Culture Cruise events. Enjoy Spanish food, beverages, music, and a live performance by members of the Santa Fe Opera 2008 Spring Tour entitled The Telephone. A winner will receive tickets for two to the Santa Fe Opera. Donation: $8 ($5 for museum members); $12 ($10 for members) for two. Information: 532-1707.

Ballet Teatro del Espacio – Amigos de la Fundacion Mascareñas presents the dance company at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Centro Cultural Paso del Norte in Juarez, as part of its 2008 cultural series. The contemporary ballet blends today’s style with formal technique and artistry. Tickets: 200 pesos. Information: 533-4020 in El Paso; (011-52-16) 12-3175 or 12-4075 in Juarez.

British Ballet Academy -- The academy’s annual recital is 7 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the Abraham Chavez Theatre featuring a variety of dance styles. Admission is free. Information: 591-4472 or britishballetonline.com.

Safari Nights Gala -- The annual benefit for El Paso Zoological Society is 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at El Paso Country Club, 5000 Country Club. This year’s theme is “Africa in El Paso,” honoring the zoo’s upcoming African expansion. Cost: $100 ($1,000 table for 10). Reservation deadline is May 11. Information: 532-8156.

Desert Dancers tea -- The Desert Dancers Chapter of the U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association will host an afternoon tea 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Shundo Dance Studio, 2719 N. Stanton. Free dance lessons begin at 1:15 p.m. followed by favorite ballroom dances including waltz, foxtrot, tango, rumba, cha-cha, swing, cumbia, country, salsa, merengue and more. Admission: $7 ($5 for members). Singles welcome. Information: Penny Brewer, 532-3064, Curtis Graham (575) 382-1640 or desertdanceusa.com.

‘Time to Shine’ Car Expo -- Canutillo High School FFA will host the car show benefiting the district’s less fortunate children 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Canutillo High School, 6675 S. Desert Blvd. The open car show for all makes includes family activities, music and more. Sixty percent of the profit will go toward purchasing new shoes and a good backpack for needy children. Admission is free; entry fee for participants is $20. Information: Keeley Leigh Muncrief, 877-7845 or kmuncrief@canutillo-isd.org.

Voice of the Voiceless Voiceless Solidarity Dinner -- The annual dinner by Annunciation House will be 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Santa Lucia Church Amistad Center, 518 Gallagher. Tickets are $50. Information: 533-4675 or annunciationhouse.org.
  This year’s Voice of the Voiceless Award will be presented to Father Roy Bourgeois, a Purple Heart naval veteran who became a Maryknoll priest and outspoken critic of U.S. foreign policy in Latin America.
  During its 30-year history, Annunciation House has hosted over 90,000 refugees, immigrants, and undocumented persons

Doll’s Tea Party -- El Paso County Historical Society will host its popular tea party for girls of all ages at 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at the historic Burges House and Gardens, 1603 W. Yandell. Participants are encouraged to wear a hat, dress in their Sunday best (photos will be taken) and children are encouraged to bring a doll. Seating is limited, reservations required. Tickets: $15. Information/reservations: Carmen Stearns, 533-3178.
  The event features tea delicacies, entertainment, etiquette lessons, songs, music, poetry, Victorian entertainers, guest photographs, goody bags and more.

Scenic Sundays walks -- El Paso Parks and Recreation Department invites citizens and their pets in El Paso and the surrounding communities and Juarez to ride, skate, walk or run on Scenic Drive from 6 a.m. to noon Sundays through Aug. 31. Safety barrels will line the area and the El Paso Police Department will provide security along this popular path. Admission is free. Information: Shamori Whitt, 541-4021.

‘The Telephone’ -- The Santa Fe Opera and Chamizal National Memorial present the new production specifically for area students 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, May 12-14, at the Chamizal theatre, 800 S. San Marcial. The 40-minute program includes a question and answer session at the end of the performance. Admission is free; reservations required as school groups have first priority in requesting seats. Information: 532-7273 or nps.gov/cham
  “The Telephone” is a charming, comic piece where a young man is thwarted in his attempts to propose marriage by endless interruptions from the telephone. Although the opera was written and first performed in 1945, the story remains as possible today with the added distractions of cell phones, texting and e-mail.

‘A Night on Broadway’ -- El Paso High School Thespians will host a night of entertainment featuring musical numbers and monologues from Broadway shows at 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, in the El Paso High Grand Auditorium, 800 E. Schuster. Admission: $6 ($4 students). Information: 496-8300.

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ -- El Paso High School Thespians present Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy at 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 17-18, at El Paso High School Auditorium, 800 East Schuster. The production includes the Area Champion Cast under the direction of Dr. Charles Woodul. Musical numbers from Broadway will also be performed after the presentation. Admission: $6 ($4 students). Information: 496-8300.

Snow White and the Seven Samurai’ -- Kids-N-Co. presents Carol Viescas’ new version of the fairy tale classic May 23-June 8, at Kids-N-Co. Education and Performance Center, 1301 Texas. Directed by Ron Keck. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $7 ($5 children, students, seniors and active military); available at door only, no reservations. Advance tickets available for groups of 10 or more. Information: 351-1455 or kidsnco.org.
  Additional performances are 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Chamizal National Memorial, 800 S. San Marcial.

Piano Recital -- Local piano teacher Alfredo Poblano presents his students in recital at 7 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at the Chamizal National Memorial, 800 S. San Marcial. Admission is free. Information: 1-877-240-6827.

‘Slavic Passions’ -- The students of Dan Wright perform songs of Russia and other Slavic countries at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Peace Lutheran Church, 1699 Belvidere. Songs will be performed in English, Russian, Polish and German. Admission is free. Information: 542-1110.

SPORTS

El Paso Patriots Soccer -- The professional soccer team’s 2008 season home games begin at 7:30 p.m. at Patriot Stadium, 6941 Industrial. Tickets: $7 ($5 children). Information/group tickets: 771-6620 or elpaso-patriots.com. Friday and Saturday, May 16-17 -- Houston Leones,

Amigos de Dressage Horse Shows I and II -- The Paso del Norte Dressage Society will host its annual shows Saturday and Sunday, May 10-11, at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino in Sunland Park, N.M. (Go to far side of track). For the 13th year, proceeds benefit Hospice El Paso. Spectator admission is free.

El Paso Brawlers -- The nonprofit Minor League Football team’s final home game of the season is at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 10, against San Angelo Cavalry in Sun Bowl Stadium at UTEP’s Sun Bowl Stadium. The Brawlers are part of the New Mexico Football League. Admission: $7.50 ($5 children 5 and older). Information: 587-5572 or brawlersfootball.com.
  The team is part of the AAA Southwest Football Conference and Minor League Football Alliance, consisting of 12 regional teams.

Southern New Mexico

2008 AspenCash Motorcycle Rally -- The annual trade show and motorcycle rally is Thursday through Sunday, May 15-18, at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Sponsored by Golden Aspen Rally Association, Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino and Barnett Harley-Davidson. Information: 1-800-452-8045 or motorcyclerally.com.
  The trade show is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday Admission: $8 (cash only).
  Half-day poker runs begin at noon Thursday through Saturday. Pre-registration is $21 (by May 1); $26 at the gate. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Fee includes one run sheet, pin and 4-day trade show pass.
  A special fireworks show is Thursday at the Inn of the Mountain Gods.
  CMA non-denominational church services are at 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday.

‘Run For the Wall’ ceremony -- Participants in the Southern Route of the national 10-day motorcycle journey in honor of American Veterans will make a stop in Las Cruces at 8 a.m. Friday, May 16, for a wreath-laying ceremony at Veterans Park, 2651 Roadrunner Parkway. Everyone is welcome. Information: (575) 541-2200.
  The journey, traveled mostly by motorcycle riders, will include ceremonies in other communities along the route and concludes in Washington, D.C., on Memorial Day Sunday.

Gila Hot Springs Festival -- A day of celebration and relaxation in the Gila Wilderness’s geothermal springs is all day Saturday, May 17, featuring food, music, fiber arts and more. Horseback day trips to the wild hot springs in the Gila Wilderness are available, and an afternoon tour of the historic bath house and spring area as well as early settler cemetery is planned Information: Gila Dwellings Visitor Center (575) 536-9461.
  Four hot springs are accessible to the public in the Gila Cliff Dwellings area: Melanie Hot Springs, Light Feather Hot Springs, Jordan Hot Springs and Gila Hot Springs.

Hillsboro Heritage Day -- The Black Range community of Hillsboro, N.M. will host the 2nd annual event supporting historic preservation is Saturday, May 17, throughout the community. Events include the Hillsboro Historic Home & Garden Tour, the Heritage Music Festival and Silent Auction. Information: Patty Woodruff, (575) 895-5385.
  The Historic “Color It Hillsboro” Home & Garden tour is 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The homes cover construction from adobe to black rock and were built in the late 1800’s to the 1930’s. Donation: $10 (free for children under 12).
  The Heritage Music Festival is 2 to 10 p.m. at the Hillsboro Community Center featuring regional bands of various musical genres. Donation: $5 per performance; $20 day pass (free for children under 12). Tickets available at various businesses. Major credit cards accepted.
  Performer schedule:
-- 2 p.m.-- Electric Campfire Orchestra (acoustic swing oldies)
-- 3 p.m. -- The Deming Fusiliers (Appalachian string band)
-- 4 p.m. -- The Sabinal Sisters (western swing and folksy ballads)
-- 5 p.m. -- Holy Water & Whisky Band
-- 6 p.m. -- Mackie Redd (local singer-songwriter with Nashville roots)
-- 7 p.m. -- The Ronstadt Cousins, with Peter McLaughlin and Chris Brasear (bluegrass).
-- 8 to 10 p.m. -- The Adobe Brothers (bluegrass)
  Proceeds will help buy the site of Hillsboro’s brick courthouse and stone jail, built in 1892; and also support the historic Hillsboro Community Center and Hillsboro Community Library.
  A Silent Auction with an array of local artists’ works and historic memorabilia will be featured in the center’s cafeteria during the festival. Special guest, biographer Patsy Crow King will autograph the latest edition of “Sadie Orchard, The Time of Her Life.” Food will be available for purchase.

Saturday in the Park -- The 32nd annual celebration is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 17-18, Washington Park in Alamogordo. Events, include an Armed Forces Day celebration, arts and crafts, carnival and live entertainment. Information: (575) 439-4142.

2008 AIDS Candlelight Memorial -- Camino de Vida will host its 25th annual International AIDS Candlelight Memorial is 7 p.m. Sunday, May 18, in Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada, in Las Cruces. This year’s theme is “Never Give Up, Never Forget,” and includes a walk around the lake with lighted candles to remember and honor those affected by AIDS. Information: (575) 532-0202.

Fiber Fest -- The all natural fiber festival is 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at the pageant grounds behind the old courthouse in historic Lincoln, N.M. (on U.S. 380 about 10 miles east of Capitan). Information: (575) 630-0044 or (800) 653-6460
  Artists and crafters will exhibit and sell their hand-made items that use natural fibers such as cotton, sheep, llama or alpaca wool, mohair and angora. Leather and wood items also included.


Billy Currington -- The country singer/songwriter performs at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino in Mescalero, N.M. Currington’s hits include “Walk a Little Straighter” and the Top 5 smash “I Got a Feelin.” Tickets: $25-$60 (Ticketmaster). Under 21 must be accompanied by adult. Information: 1-877-277-5677 or innofthemountaingods.com.

‘The Last Five Years’ -- No Strings Theatre Company presents the musical by Tony-winner Jason Robert Brown May 16-25 at Black Box Theatre, 430 N Downtown Mall. Directed by Tom Smith. Performances are 8 p.m. Fridays, 2:30 and 8 p.m. Saturdays,7 p.m. Thursday, May 21 and 2:30 and 6 p.m. Sunday, May 25. Tickets: $10 ($9 students and seniors over 65; $7 all seats on Thursday). High school student “rush” tickets offered for $5 10 minutes before showtime, as available. Information/reservations: (575) 523-1223 or no-strings.org.
  Starring Carrie Oliver and Cade Surface, the play chronicles a young couple’s romance in a unique way: her story starts at the end of their relationship; his begins on the day they met. A struggling actress’s relationship with an up-and-coming novelist is the core of the story. Brown won Drama Desk Awards for both Best Music and Best Lyrics.
  Currently featured in thetheatregallery is “Las Cruces in Mixed Media,” works by Margaret Bernstein. Gallery is open one hour prior to performances or by appointment.

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