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SUMMARY:THE HALF LIFE OF MARIE CURIE: Bruka Theater
DESCRIPTION:Run Dates: October 9 – October 30\, 2026\nTHE HALF LIFE OF MARIE CURIE \nWRITTEN BY LAUREN GUNDERSON    DIRECTED BY STACEY SPAIN\n– FEMALE RESILIENCE\, SCIENTIFIC BRILLIANCE\, & THE POWER OF DEEP FRIENDSHIP\nOctober 9\, 10\, 14(A)\, 15\, 16\, 17\, 20 (Tuesday Oct. 20 – Women In Science Night)\, 21\, 22\, 28\, 29\, 30\nSUN Matinees: Oct 11 & 18* \n  \nTICKET PRICES \nSenior/Student/Military $26  General Tickets $30  All Tickets $35 at the Door\n(A) = Artist Night $17 All Tickets   *Followed by a talk-back with the company \nTicket Link – The Half Life Of Marie Curie \n  \nIndividual tickets for The Half Life Of Marie Curie are on sale now.  Season Ticket Holders may reserve NOW. \nBrüka Theatre launches its 34th season with Lauren Gunderson’s compelling historical drama\, THE HALF LIFE OF MARIE CURIE. In 1911\, Marie Curie won her second Nobel Prize but was hounded by a scandalous affair. Seeking refuge\, she finds solace in the seaside home of fellow scientist Hertha Ayrton. Directed by Stacey Spain\, this powerful story reveals the resilient friendship between two brilliant women navigating triumph\, adversity\, and public scrutiny. Spain’s production embraces magical realism through a heightened language of movement along with evocative light and sound which allow memory\, science\, and emotion to break through the boundaries of the natural world and transform the stage around these two remarkable women.  The Half Life Of Marie Curie runs from October 9 to October 30\, 2026. \nMORE ABOUT THE SHOW: In the summer of 1912\, Marie Curie was at the height of her scientific career\, yet facing intense media exposure and personal turmoil. The Half Life Of Marie Curie celebrates the power of female camaraderie\, intellectual partnership\, and perseverance in the face of daunting societal expectations. \n  \nEmbodying this year’s theme\, “SPIRIT\,” The Half Life Of Marie Curie sets the tone for a charged 34th season driven by resilience\, passion\, and intellectual courage. Gunderson’s drama captures the daring ethos of Brüka’s raw\, authentic\, and cutting-edge style as we embrace the human spirit.  Alongside our mainstage productions\, our Studio 44 space will foster this community spirit through workshops\, our theatrical bookstore\, and a vibrant conversational box office hub. \nAt the core of this season lies our defining theme\, “SPIRIT”—a force perfectly embodied by The Half Life Of Marie Curie through its portrayal of relentless perseverance\, intellectual brilliance\, and unbreakable female camaraderie. Season Tickets are on sale:  soon.  Additionally\, our Studio 44 space will host workshops\, community opportunities\, house our theatrical bookstore\, and serve as a conversational box office hub. \nTICKET INFORMATION\nArtist Night Night Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive a discount of our regularly priced tickets. Opening Night ticket holders are invited to a post show reception and an opportunity to meet the artists.  Ticket prices reflect some of the additional costs.  Season Tickets are available online @ https://brukatheatre.simpletix.com/ (Under – Memberships) or call the box office @ 775-323-3221 or email:  boxofficebruka@gmail.com \n  \nRESERVATIONS are available in person through the Brüka Box Office (775) 323-3221\, online at www.bruka.org or at our new Brüka Studio 44 located next door to Bruka on First Street at 44 W. First St.   Our box office hours are  Wednesday through Saturday from 5:15 PM – 7:00 PM. We are closed on most holidays.  Our 2026/2027 Season Tickets are on sale beginning September 14\, 2026.   Individual tickets go on sale the Monday after the previous show closes. Check us out at www.bruka.org. \n  \nAll Brüka mainstage evening shows begin at 7:30 PM. Matinees begin at 2:00 PM. Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time.  There is NO late seating and all ticket sales are final. \n  \nPARKING \nWe suggest convenient parking in the Court Street parking lot across from The Pioneer Theater and walking across the new Virginia Street Bridge to Brüka\, FREE after 5:00 PM and all day Saturday and Sundays. We also validate parking at the Parking Gallery on First and Sierra Street. \nLOCATION Brüka Theatre is located at 99 N. Virginia Street at the corner of First and Virginia Streets in downtown Reno next to the Virginia Street Bridge. \n  \nABOUT BRÜKA THEATRE Spirit is the theme as Brüka Theatre celebrates its 34th season of live theatre in the heart of downtown Reno. Since its founding in 1992\, Brüka has been recognized as an artistic leader for its innovative\, raw\, and authentic style\, featuring exceptionally talented artists and an acclaimed Theatre for Children touring series. At its core\, Brüka is committed to re-investigating classic plays and developing new works within its Artistic Collective—a group with members who have won numerous state and local awards\, including TEN local best actor honors. Brüka\, a non-equity\, small\, not-for-profit constituent of the national TCG\, was named “Best Theatre Company” by Reno News and Review for twenty-one years. Join our community and sign up for our newsletter at www.bruka.org
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LOCATION:Bruka Theatre\, 99 N. Virginia St\, Reno\, 89509
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SUMMARY:Under The Arch Madness
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Reno will be buzzing with basketball\, entertainment and community spirit as the Downtown Reno Partnership and the men’s and women’s basketball teams of Nevada Athletics will host Under the Arch Madness under the iconic Reno Arch on October 15. \nThe free community event will take place on Thursday\, October 15 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. beneath the Reno Arch\, bringing fans of all ages together for an evening celebrating the energy of Downtown Reno and Nevada basketball ahead of its 2026-27 season. \nUnder the Arch Madness will feature plenty of on-court excitement as well as activities and giveaways for attendees including: \n\nShooting and three-point contests with the men’s and women’s team’s as well as student\, fan and media participation. Please note the team’s programming will take place from 6:30 – 7:30 pm.\nPerformances by the Nevada Athletics Band\, cheerleaders and mascots\nHear from President Brian Sandoval\, Athletics Director Stephanie Rempe\, Reno City Mayor Hillary Schieve and get to know the 2026-27 teams\nA post-event team autograph session with a limited-edition event poster\nA free ticket per attendee to the exhibition men’s basketball game on October 17 versus Utah\nFood and drink vendors\, student DJs and a kids zone inside Locomotion Plaza\nGiveaways throughout the evening including prizes for best dressed in Wolf Pack gear and best howling kid\nPost-event photos on the court under the Reno Arch\n\n“Events like this are a great example of what happens when our downtown community and the University of Nevada come together\,” said Neoma Jardon\, Executive Director of the Downtown Reno Partnership. “Bringing Wolf Pack basketball and the energy of the university right under the Reno Arch creates a uniquely Reno experience and one that gives students\, residents and visitors another reason to gather downtown\, support local businesses and celebrate the connection between our city and its university.” \n“The Under the Arch Madness event will be an incredible opportunity for Wolf Pack fans and the Reno community to meet Nevada Women’s Basketball and get their first look at what’s to come in the exciting new season ahead\,” said Kelly Sopak\, Nevada Women’s Basketball head coach. “We look forward to a fun evening connecting with our fans and community and sharing our program’s message of Connect\, Commit\, Compete.” \n“Looking forward to celebrating our team with our fans in Downtown Reno. It should be a lot of fun for everyone\,” said Steve Alford\, Nevada Men’s Basketball head coach. \nWhat: Under the Arch Madness\nWhen: October 15\, 5:30–9 p.m. The team’s programming will take place from 6:30 – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Under the Reno Arch\, Downtown Reno\nAdmission: Free
URL:https://downtownreno.org/event/under-the-arch-madness/
LOCATION:Reno Arch\, 255 N Virginia St.\, Reno\, NV\, 89501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arch District Events,Downtown Events,DRP Events,Our Events,Sports,Sports and Active,University Events,UNR Events
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