For Brianna Gross, it’s all about her hometown, Las Vegas. Gross is a survivor of the 2017 Route 91 Harvest music festival tragedy, but it’s only made her love and pride for the city even stronger. So when it comes to her career—she’s the bar manager for The Space—it’s a perfect fit. The Space is a community-driven, charity-based arts theater, and along with its monthly Mondays Dark events that raise money for various Las Vegas charities, Gross has found her happy place.
“I’m really big on giving back and working with organizations and charities that give back to the community, so The Space drew my attention and I was all about it,” Gross says when she decided to join the company six years ago. “Anything having to do with my city, my town, I’m all in.”
Guests that come to the various shows and special events held at The Space can spot Gross behind the bar in the theater’s lobby and lounge. She’s the one whipping up all the cocktails and sharing her outgoing, fun-loving personality. “I’m a social butterfly,” she says. “When people come here, I love giving them the best time. I put a smile on their face.”
And you’ll find Gross smiling herself, a common and affectionate display because of how much she loves her job. “It’s all about charity and I love giving back,” she says. “It’s something different almost every time I come into work. One night is a burlesque show, another is Broadway stars, we have people come in from all over the world to perform and watch our shows. It’s exciting! Come see us!”
Libation: Center Stage Mule
This month, catch shows that include burlesque and country acoustic music. Come to the shows a little early to visit Gross at her bar, where she’s whipping up cocktail creations like the Center Stage Mule. It’s a mix of Tito’s Handmade vodka, Fever-Tree ginger beer and fresh lime juice.
Benefit: On Dec. 11, Mondays Dark celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special show at the Palms—get your tickets!
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