World Cultures at Valhalla in August
Posted on August 4, 2008
Filed Under South Shore Art Scene, South Shore Events |
No need to travel in August.
Just head to Valhalla for international culture with plenty of local flavor.
World Jazz, Celtic music, Tibetan Cultural Festival, Reggae Festival and the Multicultural Healing Festival.
Besides bringing the world to Tahoe, Valhalla is holding workshops for kids including art, comedy and Shakespeare; and ongoing theatrical and musical performances.
Mark your calendar for the following August events at the Valhalla Arts, Music & Theatre Festival. Click here to visit their website for more info and tickets.
August 2008
Mon. - Fri. 8/1 - 8/8
11 am to 4pm daily
Fantastical and Botanical illustrations Art Show
Cultural Art Store
Wed.- Fri. 8/1 - 8/15
10:30am - 12 Noon
Art for All Ages
Tues. 8/5
7:30pm
Local’s Night - New World Jazz Project
Boathouse Theatre $10/$5
Soul jazz, Latin jazz, adult contemporary and World jazz is being played straight ahead and right down the middle by the New World Jazz Project.
Wed. 8/6
11:00am
Shakespeare on the Lawn: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Children’s Theatre
Grand Lawn - Free with Reservation
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents this fun and interactive play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as a way to introduce kids to Shakespeare.
Wed. 8/6
7:30pm
Independent Film
Boathouse Theatre $5/$3
This season’s film series focuses on independent films and the film makers. Presenting the films will be someone involved in the making of the film.
Thurs. 8/7
7:00pm
What’s the Beef with Wellington?
Murder Mystery Theatre
Valhalla Grand Hall - $25/$10 kids
Bust out your flapper gowns, speak a little easier, and figure out who dunnit, for the murder mystery “What’s the Beef with Wellington?”
Fri. 8/8
7:30pm
Hurricane Sam Boogie, Blues & Jazz Concert
Boathouse Theatre - $15/$12/$5
Hurricane Sam, the boogie blues pianist, is considered by Bay Area Music to be “one of the most unique and accomplished pianists on the planet.”
Sat. 8/9
Gatsby Barbershop Quartet Contest at Horizon Casino Resort
As much a part of American culture as apple pie, barbershop quartet singing is an American musical art form. This event features competing barbershop quartets.
Mon. - Thurs. 8/11 - 8/14
Valhalla Fine Quilt Exhibit
$5
Fine antique and contemporary quilts will be on display this week in the historic Valhalla Grand Hall.
Mon. - Fri. 8/11 - 8/15
9:30am-1pm
Children’s Comedy Workshop
Valhalla Estate $45
This four day intensive workshop is designed to introduce kids (12-17) to the world of comedic improv through different games and activities.
Tues. 8/12
7:30pm
Tahoe Improv Players
Boathouse Theatre $10/$5
They have been improvising scenes and making people laugh for 14 years and that’s exactly what the Tahoe Improv Players will be doing August 8th.
Thurs. 8/14
7:30pm
Men of Worth
Celtic Folk Concert
Boathouse Theatre $15/$12/$5
Men of Worth, an international act that’s been touring for two decades, are a unique combination of humor, exciting tunes, and soulful, heartfelt ballads.
Fri. & Sat. 8/15 - 8/16
7:30pm
Greater Tuna Comedy Theatre
Boathouse Theatre $18/$15/$5
This hilarious two-man satire shows small town life through the voices of all the zany citizens of Greater Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas.
Sun. 8/17
Reggae Festival
All day event
Grand Lawn $15/$5
This season’s Reggae Sunday is sure to be a great one with good food, an outstanding beer garden featuring regional breweries, and live reggae bands.
Tues. 8/19
7:30pm
Acoustic Local Talent Concert
Valhalla Grand Hall $10/$5
Come out to enjoy and support our local talent. The Local’s Night Series gives local bands the chance to perform at our historical venues.
Wed. 8/20
7:30pm
Independent Film
Boathouse Theatre $5/$3
Thurs. 8/21
7:30pm
Hip Service Funk Concert
Grand Lawn $25/$10
Hip Service, the hit group that has won three awards for best R&B /Funk performers, returns for an outdoor concert not to be missed.
Fri. 8/22
7:30pm
Golden Bough Celtic Trio Concert
Boathouse Theatre $15/$12/$5
Rooted in traditional Celtic music, these modern day minstrels have expanded upon these ethnic styles through the development of intriguing arrangements and original compositions.
Sat. 8/23
7:30pm
Oakland Jazz Choir
Boathouse Theatre $15/$12/$5
The S.F. Bay Guardian considers the Oakland Jazz Choir “a group of people who lend their energy to produce some of the sweetest harmonies around.”
Mon. - Fri. 8/25 - 8/29
Tibetan Cultural Festival
Valhalla Grand Hall - Donation
Take in the Tibetan culture during this five-day festival celebrating their art, food and philosophy with concerts, presentations, and the creation of a sand mandala.
Tues. 8/26
7:30pm
The Adventures of Captain Thunder Children’s Theatre
Boathouse Theatre $10/$5
Come watch as the Lake Tahoe Writing Club returns to perform the next chapter of the superhero radio play, The Adventures of Captain Thunder.
Wed. 8/27
7:30pm
Bare Bones Open Mic Night
Variety of Music, Comedy, Spoken Word
Boathouse Theatre Free
The Bare Bones Open Mic Nights provide a creative stage for musicians, writers, comedians, and all other performing artists wanting to be seen and heard.
Sun.- Sat. 8/31-9/6
All Day Multicultural Healing Festival
Valhalla Estate Donation
This year’s Multicultural Healing Festival is designed to promote, and educate people on, healing methods used by other cultures through presentations, workshops, films and concerts.
Click here for the entire 2008 schedule, or call (530) 541-4975.
Valhalla Arts, Music & Theatre Festival takes place at the Tallac Historic Site located 2 miles north of the Y in South Lake Tahoe on Hwy 89.
