Body-mind connection

If you were dazzled by the graceful martial arts techniques demonstrated in the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, head to the Eldorado Hotel-Casino this weekend to see the legendary Shaolin monks of China perform the ancient art of kung fu. Buddhist monks and nuns will perform feats of strength and physical artistry in the new show, Lotus & Sword. The show opens Dec. 24 in the Eldorado showroom, 345 N. Virginia St. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec. 24-30 and Jan. 1-3. Tickets start at $27.95. Call 786-5700 or visit www.eldoradoreno.com.