Bri Bagwell Video Release
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Las Cruces native Bri Bagwell swings through her hometown on the Banned Music Tour, proving once again that what she plays is real country music, and what country music should strive to be. Bagwell is an independent artist without a record deal, and without management. Now based in Austin, Texas, her popularity is derived 100% by word of mouth and her raw talent. Her first CD, “Banned from Santa Fe”, released June 2011, sold through the first printing, and is gaining traction very quickly among music fans. This show will be Bagwell’s first official video release concert. For more information, call (575) 649-6411 or go to www.riograndetheatre.com.
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Starts: 7:00 PM
7th Annual International Day of Dance at the Rio Grande Theater
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The Rio Grande Theater will host the Branigan Cultural Center’s 7th Annual International Day of Dance on Saturday, April 28 from 10am to 1pm.
“This year we have a program that’s completely packed with performances by at least 15 groups and individuals,” said Andy Albertson, the Cultural Center’s Curator of Education. “Day of Dance offers a veritable trip around the globe with dance styles from five continents represented on one stage, all within just three hours.”
This year’s program will feature a performance by the Branigan’s resident Ballet Folklorico group as well as demonstrations of the following dance styles: Hellenic Greek, Flamenco, Tap, Gypsy, Middle Eastern, Peruvian, Indian, Appalachian, Belly, Jazz, Irish Jig, Country Line and Native American.
The Branigan Cultural Center began sponsoring Day of Dance in 2006 to present culturally diverse dance forms found in the Las Cruces region. In addition to its health benefits, dance is an affordable, culturally diverse activity.
International Day of Dance was initiated in 1982 by the International Dance Council, under the auspices of UNESCO, as a forum for bringing together international, national and local organizations with a passion for dance.
Day of Dance is free and open to the public. Attendees are free to view the entire program or drop in any time between 10am and 1pm. Doors to the theater will open at 9:30am.
The Rio Grande Theater is located at 211 N. Main Street, in downtown Las Cruces. While Main Street is closed on Saturdays for the Farmers’ Market, parking is available in several municipal and private lots downtown, as well as on the residential side streets near the theater.
For more information on Day of Dance, please telephone the Branigan Cultural Center at (575) 541-2154 or visit the Center’s website at www.las-cruces.org/museums.
Public Invited to Free Screening of Quimera Saturday, March 31, 2012
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Filmmaking in Southern New Mexico is alive and well. Or, to misquote Mark Twain, “the reports of its death have been greatly exaggerated.” Despite continued funding cuts and a questionable future for Hollywood involvement, the filmmakers and students of Las Cruces continue doing what they love best: making movies. On Saturday, March 31st, the citizens of Las Cruces will get a rare first-hand look at the process of filmmaking, as well as the final product of that process, when students of CMI set up shop to film a scene from the short film, The Harp, in La Placita while just a few steps away, at the Rio Grande Theatre, local production house Wide Awake Productions will give a free premiere of their latest effort, Quimera. The premiere will be presented at 6:45pm and 8pm with light refreshments being served before and between screenings. Both screenings are free and open to the public.
Born of director Aron Hethcox’s love of 80s horror movies and creature effects and partner Marcela Salmon’s love of storytelling and character dynamics, Quimera is a thrilling, locally-produced short film from Wide Awake Productions that will make its world premiere at the Rio Grande Theatre before hitting the film festival circuit. In Quimera, a dysfunctional team of mercenaries takes on a mission to capture a creature that may or may not be real. Secrets are revealed, chaos ensues and soon they find themselves fighting for their lives. Made up entirely of local filmmakers, the cast and crew of Quimera included students of the Creative Media Technology program at Dona Ana Community College and the Creative Media Institute at NMSU. The film was shot on location at Lorenzo’s de Mesilla, Corralitos Ranch, NMSU’s Fabian Garcia Experimental Forest and on the set at PRC Productions studios.
“We could not have done this without an amazing cast and crew,” says Quimera producer Marcela Salmon. “You know you’re doing what you love when you’re excited to work with the same crazy group of people every day, regardless of the insanely long hours and uncooperative weather. We are so in love with this community of Las Cruces. We’ve worked hard to produce a film worthy of our town and our people and we hope everyone is proud of what we’ve done.”
The Harp is a student film co-written by CMI student filmmakers Sam Pool and Jake Bonner and directed by Pool. A gripping story about a homeless man’s search for happiness on the final day of his life, it features George Robert Snead, an independent actor from South Carolina, currently residing in El Paso. On the evening of the Quimera premiere at the Rio Grande Theatre, Pool’s film crew will be set up at La Placita, just north of La Iguana Restaurant, to film the final scenes of The Harp.
“I strongly believe in the future of filmmaking in Southern New Mexico,” says Rio Grande Theatre manager and Film Las Cruces moderator, David Salcido. “Opportunities like this don’t present themselves very often, so I’m hoping that the public comes out to watch the Quimera premiere, then sticks around to see the CMI students at work. It’s a great way to see the dynamics of this fascinating medium at work right here in our own back yard. And best of all, it’s FREE!”
The Rio Grande Theatre is located at 211 N. Downtown Mall, in Las Cruces. Film Las Cruces is a monthly forum taking place on the second Wednesday of every month. For more information visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or call (575) 523-6403. To find out more about Film Las Cruces, visit www.Las-Cruces-Film.org. For more on Wide Awake Productions, visit www.WideAwakeProductions.com.
Rio Grande Theatre’s “Every Other Tuesday” Welcomes Rising Country Rockers C.S. Truckin’ April 3, 2012
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The Doña Ana Arts Council continues its popular Every Other Tuesday showcase in the Rio Grande Theatre with an exciting debut performance by local legends, C.S. Truckin’. A trio of local boys-Ty Loyd, Les Skaggs and Rob Allen-who got their start in the 1970s opening for such groups as REO Speedwagon, Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Brian Auger and The Buddy Miles Band, have re-emerged decades later to discover that the old chemistry still exists!
More determined than ever before to share their music with the world, C.S. Truckin’ does so with a style that ranges from pop rock to country crossover. This EOT event will serve as the band’s CD release party (courtesy of Tate Music Group) and introduce the smokin’ new music video for the title release: “Goin’ To Nashville.” C.S. Truckin’ will perform live from the Rio Grande Theatre stage, on April 3, 2012.
”Every Other Tuesday” is a free performance series produced by the Doña Ana Arts Council beginning at 6:30pm in the Historic Rio Grande Theatre at 211 N. Main Street in Las Cruces, NM. For more information contact DAAC at (575) 523-6403 and for a list of upcoming events go to www.RioGrandeTheatre.com.
Cowboy Days Rides Again at New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum’s 13th Cowboy Days festival will have the luck of the Irish.
Cowboy Days, the museum’s annual tribute to New Mexico’s ranching heritage, begins on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, and continues on Sunday, March 18. The event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days and admission is $4 per person. Children 4 and under are admitted free.
The festival also will have a centennial flavor this year as New Mexico celebrates 100 years as a state. A living history performance, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. each day, is called “Time Travel to 1912: A New Mexico Statehood Celebration” where visitors can interact with characters from that era as they celebrate statehood, debate issues of the day, deliver soapbox speeches, play games and introduce you to life in 1912.
A centennial scavenger hunt also will take place, with finishers eligible for prizes. Junior Cowpoke Training returns for the second straight year and children who go through a series of fun activities and games are eligible for a certificate. Pony rides, featuring the museum’s new ponies, will be offered, and there also will be horseback rides in the pasture and stagecoach rides around the parking lot.
Some of the top ropers in the area will compete at the museum’s roping arena both days, and the charros from Vado, N.M., return to do Mexican-style rodeo demonstrations at 3:30 p.m. each day.
Demonstrations are a popular element in all of the museum’s special events. Attendees may enjoy blacksmithing, horseshoeing, roping, sewing, weaving, dowsing, and chuck wagon cooking. On Sunday only, Pat Howard and his working dogs will demonstrate herding.
Live music will be ongoing at three different venues, and performers such as Hot Lead, Eddie Harrison, Chris Freeh, Kenny Arroyos, James Michael, Yolanda Martinez, Skunk Valley, Jim Jones, and Randy Granger will be among the entertainers. Authors from the Western Writers of America will do readings in the museum’s theater, and cowboy poet Bob Neely, and author Slim Randles also will entertain.
The popular gunfight re-enactments will take place twice both days, and there also will be an old-fashioned medicine show, and a 19th Century Fashion Show.
A variety of arts and crafts vendors will have booths throughout the museum campus, and there also will be plenty of food.
Also during the event, the museum will host a plant and tree sale at its greenhouse. Admission is required for the sale.
For more information, visit www.nmcowboydays.com or call the museum at (575) 522-4100, or Helping Hands Event Planning at (575) 527-1232. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, Las Cruces, NM 88011. www.nmfarmandranchmuseum.org.
Schedule of activities
Saturday, March 17
Ongoing activities both days – Plant & Tree Sale at the Greenhouse; children’s crafts and activities; horseback, pony and stagecoach rides; and demonstrations including weaving, sewing, blacksmithing, horseshoeing, chuck wagon cooking, dowsing, and demo activities featuring the Back Country Horsemen and the New Mexico State University Horsemen’s Association. Also, on Sunday only, Pat Howard and his working dogs will do herding demonstrations.
10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Team roping competition begins at the Roping Arena.
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Rayzor Dent reading from “Santa Ana” in the Theater.
10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.: Eddie Harrison singing in the Courtyard.
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Gunfight re-enactments in front of the Bruce King Building.
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Chris Freeh playing at the Pavilion.
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Parade of Breeds in the Round Pen.
11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Medicine Show in the Amphitheater.
11:30 a.m. 1 p.m.: John Duncklee reading from “Grant Camp Massacre” in the Theater.
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.: Hot Lead performs in the Amphitheater.
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Randy Granger sings at the Pavilion.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Time Travel to 1912: A New Mexico Statehood Celebration at the Horse & Cattle Barn.
1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Kenny Arroyos singing in the Courtyard.
1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Slim Randles in the Theater.
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.: 19th Century Fashion Show in the Theater.
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Yolanda Martinez performs at the Pavilion.
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Parade of Breeds at the Round Pen.
2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Slim Randles in the Amphitheater.
3 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Gunfight re-enactments in front of the Bruce King Building.
3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Linda Jacobs reading from “Not Just the Facts, Ma’am” in the Theater.
3 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Cowboy poet Bob Neely in the Amphitheater.
3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Jim Jones singing at the Pavilion.
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Charros Mexican-style Rodeo demonstrations in the Round Pen.
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Skunk Valley performs in the Courtyard.
Sunday, March 18
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Linda Jacobs reading “Not Just the Facts, Ma’am” in the Theater.
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Eddie Harrison singing in the Courtyard.
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Gunfight re-enactments in front of the Bruce King Building.
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Chris Freeh singing at the Pavilion.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Team roping competition at the Roping Arena.
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Parade of Breeds at the Round Pen.
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.: John Duncklee reading from “Grant Camp Massacre” in the Theater.
11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Medicine Show in the Amphitheater.
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.: Hot Lead performs in the Amphitheater.
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Randy Granger performs at the Pavilion.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Time Travel to 1912: A New Mexico Statehood Celebration at the Horse & Cattle Barn.
1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Kenny Arroyos sings in the Courtyard.
1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Slim Randles in the Theater.
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.: 19th Century Fashion Show in the Theater.
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Yolanda Martinez performs at the Pavilion.
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Parade of Breeds at the Round Pen.
2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Slim Randles in the Amphitheater.
3 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Gunfight re-enactments in front of the Bruce King Building.
3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: James Michael sings at the Pavilion.
3 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Cowboy poety Bob Neely in the Amphitheater.
3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Jim Jones reading from “The West in Song” in the Theater.
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Charros Del Pedregal Mexican-style Rodeo demonstrations in the Round Pen.
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Skunk Valley performs in the Courtyard.
White Sands International Film Festival Call for Entries
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The White Sands International Film Festival (WSIFF) of Las Cruces is now accepting submissions for the 2012 program to be held August 22nd -26th in Las Cruces, NM.
Film catagories: Awards catagories:
Documentary Feature Film Audience Choice
Narrative Feature Film Best Documentary
Animated Feature Film Best Short
Student Short Film Best Student Film
Narrative Short Film Grand Jury Prize
New Mexico Residents Lifetime Achievement
Film Festival Fees:
| Regular Deadline (June 15) | Late Deadline (July 1) | |
| Feature Film | $50 | $60 |
| Documentary | $50 | $60 |
| Shorts | $25 | $30 |
| Students | $10 | $10 |
| New Mexico Residents | $10 | $10 |
The WSIFF prefers online entries submitted via Withoutabox.com, which provides cost-saving, paperless submission to film festivals around the world.
Withoutabox’s internet-only submission platform features online applications via one master entry form, online fee payments, press kits, and the option to use Secure Online Screeners, an economical, eco-friendly, and secure alternative to traditional hard-copy DVD submissions.
Fill out one master entry form and take advantage of quick entry, extended deadlines, and powerful submission management tools. There’s no extra cost to you, and by submitting, you’ll join Withoutabox’s global filmmaker community and stay in the loop about the filmmaking world.
Film submissions may also be submitted with check made payable to “WSIFF” for the appropriate fees, in the following ways:
Online at http://www.withoutabox.com/login/5078
Mailed on DVD to:
WSIFF
PO Box 15150
Las Cruces, NM 88004
Dropped off on DVD to (Wells Fargo Tower):
Helping Hands Event Planning
506 South Main Street Suite 900
Las Cruces, NM 88004
For more information about the WSIFF, contact Helping Hands Event Planning at (575) 522-1232, or at info@wsiff.com.
Rio Grande Theatre March 2012 Calendar of Events
Friday, March 2
Howling Coyote Coffeehouse & Open Mic
A staple of the downtown ArtRamble since February of 2006, the Howling Coyote started out as a jam session for local musicians and quickly grew into a showcase featuring some of finest talent Las Cruces has to offer. The monthly event now makes the Rio Grande Theatre its home and continues to feature primarily acoustic musicians, singers and songwriters with family-appropriate material. Showtime is 7pm. Admission is Free. For more information visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or call (575) 523-6403.
Saturday, March 3
We Are One, Dance And Drum
Susan Jewell, Karuna Warren and Terry Alvarez join forces once again to present the sixth annual event recognizing the work and talent of local dance troupes and celebrating a variety of philosophies and styles in belly dance. Dancing and Drumming combine in a show featuring some of the best solo dancers in the region, alongside drumming groups, student dance troupes and group performers. Showtime is 7pm. Tickets are $8. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 575-639-1616.
Tuesday, March 6
Every Other Tuesday: Alma de Arte Students
Students from Alma de Arte’s choir, under the direction of Megan McQueen, return for another evening of song. Every Other Tuesday is a showcase for local performers beginning promptly at 6:30 pm. Admission is FREE to the public. For more information visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or call (575) 523-6403.
Friday, March 9
NMSU Outdoor Rec presents Craig Childs
NMSU Outdoor Rec’s Adventure Arts Series continues, showcasing documentaries and guest lecturers on topics ranging from pressing environmental issues to extreme outdoor sports. Craig Childs is a writer who focuses on natural sciences, archaeology, and remarkable journeys into the wilderness. He has published more than a dozen critically acclaimed books on nature, science, and adventure. He is a commentator for National Public Radio’s Morning Edition, and his work has appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Men’s Journal, Outside, Orion, and High Country News. Showtime is 7pm, doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets are $8 in advance; $10 at the door day of show. For more information call (575) 646-4746 or visit www.MountainFilmTour.org.
Sunday, March 10
LCCCA presents Clarinetes del Sol
Clarinetes Del Sol are an all-wind quartet based in Las Cruces, whose various members come from such notable musical groups as The Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra, The El Paso Wind Symphony and the Mesilla Valley Concert Band. Their repertoire spans time and genre, including popular works by such composers as Samuel Barber, Frans Schubert, Claude Debussy, Scott Joplin and George Bizet. Showtime is 3pm; doors open at 2:30pm. Tickets are $20. For more information or to reserve tickets, call (575)521-4051.
Wednesday, March 14
Film Las Cruces
The Rio Grande Theatre and the City of Las Cruces Film Liaison present a monthly film forum on the second Wednesday of each month, in which trailers for locally made films are screened alongside short films by student filmmakers, followed by Q&A sessions with the filmmakers and industry news as it pertains to our area. Doors open at 6:30pm and the presentation begins at 7pm. The event is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or call (575) 523-6403. To find out more about Film Las Cruces, visit www.Las-Cruces-Film.org.
March 16 & 17
A Children’s Theatre of the Mesilla Valley presents Alice In Wonderland
Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic is brought to life on-stage when young Alice follows a white rabbit down a hole and finds herself lost in a land of enchantment, mystery and danger. Showtimes are 7pm Friday night; 1pm Saturday afternoon. Doors open a half hour before showtime. Tickets are $6 general admission. For more information or to reserve tickets, call (575) 571-1413.
Tuesday, March 20
Every Other Tuesday: Big Band On The Rio Grande
Las Cruces’ own 18-piece big band will perform works by several Big Bands popular in the 1960′s and 1970′s including Maynard Ferguson, Count Basie, Don Ellis, Buddy Rich, and Stan Kenton. Every Other Tuesday is a showcase for local performers beginning promptly at 6:30 pm. Admission is FREE to the public. For more information visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or call (575) 523-6403.
Saturday, March 24
That Hip Hop Thing!
Kinged Up Productions, in association with MBG Music Group and COE Entertainment, present The Boy Drew, SoReal, General B, D-Town, Danger, Yung, Ziggy Lovahh, Y.N.F. and DJ Marky Marc, live on stage in a hip hop show proudly proclaiming “No Alcohol, No Drugs, No Violence!” Showtime is 6:30pm; doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $5 at the door. For more information contact ThatInfo@Yahoo.com.
On Exhibit in the El Paso Electric Gallery
Miguel Luna
Entitled “The Magic Of Art,” El Paso native Miguel Luna’s exhibition of miniature paintings on hand-crafted miniature wooden easels will be showcased in the El Paso Electric Gallery, South of the Rio Grande Theatre lobby, for the month of March, 2012. A student of Jimmy Ireland (best known for his paintings for Ringling Brothers & Barnum Bailey Circus), it was the words of his mentor to “let the magic happen,” that inspired Luna’s life and passion for painting. He will dedicate this exhibition to the memory of Mr. Ireland. The exhibit will run through the month of March 2012, beginning with an artist reception on March 2, from 5 to 7pm, as part of the Downtown Art Ramble.
Also included that evening will be the Howling Coyote Coffeehouse/Open Mic, beginning at 7pm. On permanent display in the Clute/Muggenburg Gallery are memorabilia and photos from the Rio Grande Theatre’s long and illustrious reign in downtown Las Cruces.
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.
For the Love of Art Month February 1-29 in Las Cruces and Mesilla
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – February is for the Love of Art Month in Las Cruces . This year, in addition to the many exhibits and performances throughout Las Cruces and Mesilla, there will be a studio tour and an art show and sale that the Las Cruces Convention Center .
The celebration kicks off with the opening of the ArtForms Member Exhibition at the Branigan Cultural Center Friday, February 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. as part of the monthly Downtown Ramble. And in addition to the art on display at various galleries along Main St , there will also be a free performance by renown Native American flutist Randy Granger at the Branigan Cultural Center beginning at 5 pm.
ArtForms and Las Colcheras Quilt Guild will be holding the Art Show & Sale at the Las Cruces Convention Center February 10-12, 2012. the Show will features paintings, watercolors, sculpture, photography, jewelry, metal, wood, fiber art, fractals, gourd art, and much more. The Las Colcheras Quilt Guild’s Century of Enchantment show includes over 200 judged quilts, a merchant’s mall, an antique quilt display, quilt appraisals, and door prizes. There will also be quilt workshops on February 12 and 13 by Kimberly Einmo, master quilter, judge, teacher, author and quilt designer.
Artist studio tours will be held the weekends of February 18-19, and 25-26 and will feature a wide range in the working environment of many local artists.
For more information about events taking place during For the Love of Art Month, download this year’s event guide.
Rio Grande Theatre’s “Every Other Tuesday” Welcomes Local Rockers Del Rey
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The Doña Ana Arts Council continues its popular Every Other Tuesday showcase in the Rio Grande Theatre with a debut performance by local rockers, Del Rey.
Making music in the Las Cruces area for over three years now, Del Rey started back in high school and has improved with age, sounding more polished and energetic than ever before, while taking on whatever gigs come its way. The group consists of Goose Rayos on lead guitars and vocals, Manny Rodriguez on rhythm guitar, Jude Betancourt on drums and Gabe Herrera on bass. Heavily influenced by the music of Delta Spirit and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, they have just completed their second EP and are hard at work creating new music. Del Rey will perform live from the Rio Grande Theatre stage, on February 7, 2012.
”Every Other Tuesday” is a free performance series produced by the Doña Ana Arts Council beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Rio Grande Theatre at 211 N. Main Street in Las Cruces, NM. For more information contact DAAC at 575-523-6403 and for a list of upcoming events go to www.RioGrandeTheatre.com.
The Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra Welcomes New Band Leader Nick Hilscher
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – On Jan. 12, 2012, the baton for the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra was passed once again to a new bandleader. Assuming that role will be Nick Hilscher, whose Nick Hilscher Big Band has performed to stellar revues at such venues as Caesar’s in Atlantic City, the Newberry Opera House in South Carolina and the State Theatre in Pennsylvania. Nick Hilscher and The Glenn Miller Orchestra will put audiences in the mood from the Rio Grande Theatre stage, Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012.
Nick Hilscher landed the role of boy singer with the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1998, at the age of nineteen. A year later, he returned toSamfordUniversityto finish a degree in piano performance. In 2000, Nick came back to the GMO in the piano chair, before resuming the role of “romantic balladeer” until 2005. From 2005 to present, Nick has sung with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and was picked by the legendary Buddy Morrow to succeed him as TDO leader. Nick has led the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra since 2010.
“Been listening to Glenn Miller and his Orchestra play the hits since I was a kid,” Hilscher says. “Man, that band could swing! No wonder it hit me like a ton of bricks, knocked me out and changed my life when I was eleven! I’d never heard anything like that kind of music. It hit me at the deepest level a kid at that age could be hit.”
Nick Hilscher is available for interviews to discuss his new role and what he hopes to achieve when he steps out onto the Rio Grande Theatre stage on Feb. 15. To set up an interview, please contact Theatre Manager David Salcido at 575-523-6403.
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