Dave Hickey, a prominent American critic whose essays covered subjects from Liberace to Norman Rockwell, has died.

Art critic Dave Hickey, known for his sharp wit and brash writing, died at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, of heart disease November 12 at the age of eighty-two.

The author of landmark books such as "Air Guitar" and "Invisible Dragon" died of heart disease.

Ukrainian-born, American conductor Taras Krysa has made a name for himself here in Las Vegas, throughout the United States and in Europe.

Dave Hickey was Las Vegas’ resident genius for two decades.

The celebrated Fort Worth writer and entrepreneur spent most of his life in exile from his home state. But it never lost its grip on his imagination.

In this week's Community Calendar we showcase two theatrical events and a small business pop-up.

Recipients range from big players (the Smith Center for the Performing Arts and UNLV’s Barrick Museum) to small-town stalwarts (Elko’s Western Folklife Center and Mesquite’s Virgin Valley Artists Association).

Nevada Public Radio News Director Joe Schoenmann uttered those final words the night of Oct. 26 as ominous music began. Schoenmann and Crazy Tom, a former physicist, had just come face to face with a mysterious alien.

This weekend and next week, Indian Country is abuzz with identity-defining art, sensational shopping opportunities and a worldwide Native shoe party.

This weekend and next week, Indian Country is filled with identity art, sensational shopping opportunities and an Indigenous shoe festival around the world.

Your cultural choices include a major moment for moccasins, a magnificent seasonal art market, and an ambitious exhibition illuminating Indigenous responses to historic events.