Founded by multidisciplinary artist and cultural catalyst Chase R. McCurdy, ThirtyThree Gallery—also known as 33.G—is more than a gallery. It’s a sanctuary for thought, storytelling, and intentional connection. McCurdy, who has contributed large-scale murals and public art projects to the Westside through the City of Las Vegas and the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas Life, infuses every exhibition with vision.
Greg O’Connor, a prolific artist and Emmy winner, has composed scores for more than 30 television series and written more than 1,000 featured songs for TV, films and commercials. After four Primetime Emmy nominations, he won the coveted award for the song “A Wonderful Normal Day” for "Mad TV," where he served as composer and songwriter for all 14 seasons.
Chic Compass pulled out all the stops for its latest launch at another sold-out event. Held at the fun and fabulous Loaded Empanadas on May 15 in Las Vegas, we introduced our cover star, Tony Pearson, and met many of the other fascinating individuals featured in this edition. It was an action-packed evening filled with celebrity performers, writers, designers, our valued advertisers, and many other interesting guests.
Tucked in downtown Las Vegas’ Arts District, Doberman Drawing Room isn't just a bar—it’s a portal. The latest creation from culture-shaping visionary Ryan Doherty and his powerhouse team at Corner Bar Management, Doberman is where curiosity, craft and design collide in cinematic fashion.
“If men are to remain civilized, or to become so, the art of associating together must grow and improve in the same ratio in which the equality of conditions is increased.” — Alexis de Tocqueville. No words were better written by the French historian and political scientist Alexis de Tocqueville, who came to America nearly 200 years ago to study prisons.
Michelle Patrick's "GRACE," currently exhibited at the West Las Vegas Library, is a moving exploration of identity, presence and quiet power. Through a series of photographic portraits, Patrick centers Black and Brown lives not in struggle—but in joy, dignity and grace.
It may have been a Black & White Ball, but there were too many colorful moments to count as the eternally electric and youthful Debbie Gibson accepted the honor of "Woman of the Year" by Nevada Ballet Theatre at Encore Las Vegas. "There is such a collective passion for the arts in this room, which makes me so happy," Gibson said.
Creativity and community spirit are essential in nonprofit fundraising, and Anna Gomes has masterfully blended both through her culinary ventures as the heart and soul behind Via Brasil Steakhouse, which recently celebrated its 17th anniversary, and Loaded Empanadas, which opened its physical location in Summerlin in 2024.
Chic Compass brought an unforgettable evening of glamour and gears to the Hollywood Cars Museum and Liberace Garage on March 20, 2025. Celebrating the newest edition of Chic Compass Magazine, the event was a delightful mix of luxury, history and entertainment.
Las Vegas is a city that thrives on transformation—where reinvention is a way of life and resilience fuels success. The Vegas Chamber’s Executive Women’s Council recently hosted a sold-out International Women’s Day celebration, bringing together a powerful network of women who understand that every challenge is an opportunity to rise stronger.
