It’s Halloween Weekend and traditionally it’s one of the most entertainment-packed weekends of the year here in Southern Utah. If I hadn’t already seen the dress rehearsal for St. George Dance Company’s three pieces they are performing tonight with the Southwest Symphony for the annual “Halloween Spooktacular,” that would be my Friday night event. Every year the symphony combines spooky…
Category: Music
Concert Review: Arcade Fire at Mandalay Bay Events Center
I’ve been to a lot of concerts through the years. In my best estimation, I’ve attended nearly 100 concerts by nationally touring artists and at least 15 festivals. I’ve seen legends and newcomers, hit-makers and relative unknowns. Yet my favorite concert experience came on Sunday night as finally saw Arcade Fire perform live. For many years, Arcade Fire has been…
On Mourning: Las Vegas to Tom Petty
It has been a dark day. I woke to the news of the mass shooting in Las Vegas, just 130 miles from here. I mourn for those who lost loved ones and my sympathies extend to those who lived through it for the horrors they experienced. I don’t have the words. With events like this, it often takes me a…