Nevada History: On The GO! – Life Backstage…what could possibly go wrong? (Off-site, SVL)
November 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Nevada History – On The GO! (Sierra View Library)
American Gaming Archives (AGA) Fireside Chat
Life Backstage…what could possibly go wrong?
November 1, 2025
1:00 to 2:30pm
Nevada History – On The GO! Lecture 2025
The Nevada Historical Society’s building may be closed for an exciting remodel, but you can still enjoy their fascinating lectures at the Sierra View Library during their closure. NHS Nevada History – On The GO! Series is combining their three history programs that delve into Nevada History, Lake Tahoe, and the American Gaming Archives gambling and gaming history. Make sure to visit Sierra View Library on the first Saturday of every month to learn more about Nevada’s history through these engaging talks that are geared towards audiences of all ages.
Speaker: Christina Scholosser
Life Backstage
Title of Talk: Life Backstage…what could possibly go wrong?
Summary of Talk: Christina will share all the situations backstage that the audience is unaware of, or they would be fleeing from the Cabaret to safety. Instances including missed cues; loose animals; fires; extremely pushy Producers; interaction between technicians; drunk performers and scenery malfunction.
Speaker Bio: Christina Schlosser was born at Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital on Vermont Avenue, one block from Sunset Boulevard and grew up in LaLa Land. Throughout her time in Los Angeles, she was involved with theater – in fact her B.A. is from UCLA is in Theater/Film. She held jobs in the entertainment industry prior to moving in 1974 to Reno, Nevada. There was no job, no home, no friends…just beautiful skies, clean air, mountains and a vibrant entertainment community.
Christina went to work for Harrah’s. At Harrah’s she was a member of the stage crew for sixteen years before moving to the front of the house. There she managed Keno, Bingo and finally the Cashier/Credit Manager. In 2007 she became a Branch Manager at the DMV and directed a total of nine offices in Reno, Sparks and Rural Counties. She retired in 2018.
We would like to thank our partner, the Washoe County Library System and the Sierra View Library for hosting our off-site lectures.
Sierra View Library has been serving communities from Midtown to South Reno since 1987. Located inside the Reno Town Mall, directly across from the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, the library has two entrances. The front entrance allows visitors to stroll by shops and businesses in the mall, while the second entrance is accessible from the rear, south side of the mall. This back entrance has an ADA accessible lift. The address is 4001 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502.
