The Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce its upcoming events, offering a diverse range of performances designed to enrich and entertain our community. Among these exciting programs is Golden Encore, a unique outreach initiative specifically created for senior citizens. Golden Encore brings the magic of performing arts directly to seniors in Reno and Washoe County, fostering lifelong learning and combating social isolation through engaging and uplifting artistic experiences.
Addressing Senior Isolation Through Performing Arts
Recognizing the critical issue of social isolation among seniors, the Pioneer Center developed Golden Encore to make a tangible difference in the lives of older adults in our region. A revealing study, the “Seniors Quality of Life Survey,” highlighted that a significant majority of local seniors experience feelings of isolation and exclusion. In response to these findings and understanding the profound health benefits of arts engagement, the Pioneer Center conceived Golden Encore. This program is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors by providing access to enriching artistic performances directly within their communities.
The Golden Encore Program: Bringing Art to Seniors
Golden Encore programs feature a talented roster of professional performing artists who deliver captivating performances tailored to senior audiences. These programs are thoughtfully designed to include music, movement, historical narratives, and nostalgic journeys through memory lane. Each Golden Encore performance incorporates elements recognized by experts to positively impact the mental and physical well-being of seniors. Thanks to the generous support from the Washoe County Community Reinvestment Grant Program, Golden Encore is able to bring these vital artistic experiences to senior centers, assisted living facilities, libraries, and more, completely free of charge.
Upcoming Golden Encore Performances: Mark Your Calendars
Here’s a glimpse of the upcoming Golden Encore performances you can look forward to:
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Erika Paul & David Aller Duo presents “The Great American Songbook and It’s Prolific and Timeless Composers”
- Tuesday, June 10, 2025, Downtown Reno Library, 3:00pm
- Downtown Reno Library
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Kantu Inka
- Thursday, March 27, 2025, Sierra Manor Apartments, 2:00pm
- Sierra Manor Apartments
- Thursday, June 24, 2025, Sierra Manor Apartments, 2:00pm
- Sierra Manor Apartments
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Karen Burns presents “Hello Hollywood, Hello!: When Hollywood Came to Reno”
- Wednesday, March 26, 2025, Incline Village Library, 3:30pm
- Incline Village Library
- Wednesday, April 30, 2025, Sierra Manor Apartments, 2:00pm
- Sierra Manor Apartments
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Heather Boni Lemmons presents “Choreography Café”
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025, South Valleys Library, 4:00pm
- South Valleys Library
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025, Incline Village Library, 3:30pm
- Incline Village Library
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Retro Radio Dolls present “Songs We Love To Sing”
- Sunday, March 30, 2025, South Valleys Library, 2:00pm
- South Valleys Library
- Saturday, April 26, 20205, North Valleys Library, 11:00am
- North Valleys Library
- Saturday, May 17, 2025, Sierra Manor Apartments, 2:00pm
- Sierra Manor Apartments
Booking Golden Encore for Your Venue
If you represent a senior-serving venue and are interested in booking a Golden Encore performance, we encourage you to explore the 2024-2025 Season Brochure for detailed information on artists and program offerings. For booking inquiries and further details, please reach out to the Golden Encore team directly via email at [email protected].
Join the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts in supporting Golden Encore and bringing enriching artistic experiences to seniors throughout our community! We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events.
