Posted by lgirard on June 26th 2013 to Center News

July 2013 Enews

 

Pink Martini July 7 Featuring 10-12 musicians,  Pink Martini  performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras around the world.  Curtains July 9-28 The whodunit musical comedy Curtains features a dazzling musical score by the legendary team, Kander and Ebb (Chicago, Cabaret), and will have you on the edge of your seat- laughing   Colorado Symphony presents A Tribute to Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops July 11 Colorado Symphony pays homage to the great Arthur Fiedler, long-time conductor of the Boston Pops.    JazzFest: Hazel Miller, Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra and the Neil Bridge 7+ with Karen Lee  July 18 A night of jazz highlighting some of the best jazz groups in Denver. Featuring a wonderful cross section of jazz styles that include the classics and standards, cutting edge big band repertoire and the amazing vocal stylings of Denver’s Hazel Miller.  Ballet Nouveau Colorado-Wonderbound and members of Colorado Symphony present   Perpetual Beauty  July 19 BNC-Wonderbound’s acclaimed dancers will share the stage with a handpicked ensemble of Colorado Symphony’s distinguished musicians for an irresistible evening of dance by Artistic Director, Garrett Ammon.  JOHN HIATT and The Combo opener - Holly Williams July 25 Acclaimed musician and songwriter John Hiatt, will release Mystic Pinball on September 25th via New West Records. Called “…one of rock’s most astute singer-songwriters of the last 40 years” by the  Los Angeles Times. Colorado Symphony presents Mozart Under Moonlight July 26 Resident conductor Scott O’Neil leads the orchestra on a glorious evening celebrating one of the most revered composers of all time. Visiting Ceramics Artists Workshops July 13 & 14 Flow: From Wheel to Brush to Kiln will help students tap into what instructor Don Cox explains as the flow of daily studio practice.  July 27 & 28 Integrating Texture and Form -  Using carved, incised and slip trailing textures, Willi Eggerman will demonstrate how textures can be incorporated into your work.  Summer Camps & Classes through August 22 Register now for Summer Camps and classes for all ages! Camps and classes available in visual arts, drama, dance, ceramics, humanities and music. These fill up fast so register now! The Colorado Wind Ensemble and the Pan Jumbies present   Island Grooves August 1   Ballet Ariel and the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra present The Birth of Rock and Roll August 8   Toad the Wet Sprocket August 9   Panel Discussions moderated by Erik Isaac and Michael Keen from the Untitled Art Show August 17   Endless Summer with The Denver Brass & Celtic Colorado Colorado Honor Band – Opener August 24

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Posted by lgirard on June 19th 2013 to Center News

Our last show of the season is finally here, and it’s going to be a great one! The Curtains’ cast began rehearsals yesterday, and kicked it off with an Arvada Center tradition, the first rehearsal Meet and Greet. Employees from different divisions of the Arvada Center joined the Curtains’ cast and crew for some delicious breakfast burritos provided by the Performing Arts Committee, and the opportunity to get to know one another.

For veteran members of the cast returning to the Arvada Center, it was a time to catch up with old friends, while the new actors and actresses to the Arvada Center were welcomed in with open arms. Chit-chat, laughter and lots of food were present in the room. It was a great way to begin the show that will close our 2012-2013 season.

Check out this neat tweet from cast member Johnny Stewart

Rehearsing the opening number! @arvadacenter pic.twitter.com/5Dt0RvFViP
— Johnny Stewart (@jstewart750) June 19, 2013

After meeting one another, everyone settled into their seats as Director Gavin Mayer said his welcome speech. The excitement from the cast was apparent as they introduced themselves to the entire room. The Curtains’ cast is filled with enthusiastic, upbeat actors and actresses and an outstanding crew, which will make Curtains one amazing show.

The whodunit musical comedy Curtains features a dazzling musical score by the legendary team, Kander and Ebb ( Chicago, Cabaret ) and was nominated for eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book, and Best Original Score. The chief sleuth, Lieutenant Frank Cioffi, with a secret affinity for musical theater, investigates the murder of a Broadway-bound theater company’s tremendously untalented star on opening night. Could the culprit be the hard-edged lady producer, one of the recently divorced songwriting team, the egomaniacal British director, or the seemingly sweet ingénue? Curtains will have you on the edge of your seat – laughing!

Curtains will open July 9 and will run through July 28. Don’t miss it!

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Posted by lgirard on June 12th 2013 to Center News

Time to explore your creative side! In this two day workshop, learn from Russell Wrankle, as he shares his techniques for creating animal sculptures that express a personal narrative.

Students will explore the process of finding the bone and muscle structures beneath the skin to create gesture and tension.

Wrankle will also focus on two of the most difficult and intimidating elements of the figure, eyes and teeth, to create the illusion of life and emotion. Students will return to their home studio with a deeper understanding of form and new techniques to help them achieve their artistic expression.

When and Where:
Sat & Sun 6/22-6/23, 2 days
10am-4pm
Pottery Studio

Supply list:
Bring basic pottery tools and a notebook.

Clay is available for purchase at $10/25lb. Bring a sack lunch or eat out.

Call the Box Office for class registration or clay purchase. 720-898-7200

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Posted by lgirard on June 05th 2013 to Center News

Colorado Children’s Chorale with FACE Vocal Band June 6   The Colorado Children’s Chorale will have you exploding with joy as they perform jazz, pop, rock and roll and cowboy favorites. PERCEPTION | Color  | Line | Pattern opens June 6   This summer’s exhibition brings 21 artists together to explore what can be accomplished with three basic artistic elements: color, line and pattern. Pippin – an Arvada Center Theater Academy Production June 6 – 7 Bursting with one showstopping number after another, this Arvada Center Theater Academy production features the award-winning music of Stephen Schwartz. Wizard of Oz Spring Ballet Concerts June 14 – 16 Annual spring ballet concert. Arvada Chorale with Hot Tomatoes June 20 This lively and fun concert showcasing the big band era will have you dancing in your seats! Visiting Ceramics Artists Workshops June 22 – 23 & June 29 – 30 This summer, four visiting artists will engage students in a hands-on environment to explore and experiment with ceramics. DanceFest June 27 Witness five of Colorado’s top dance companies as they join their creative talents to produce  an evening of exceptional dance. The Marquee Club With a gift of $300 or more, you will be welcomed in The Marquee Club, where you will enjoy exclusive access to behind-the-scenes events & unique art experiences!  Summer Camps & Classes through August 22   Register now for Summer Camps and classes for all ages! Camps and classes available in visual arts, drama, dance, ceramics, humanities and music. These fill up fast so register now! Pink Martini July 7 Visiting Ceramics Artists Workshops July 13 – 14 & 27 – 28   Curtains, a musical comedy whodunit July 9   JOHN HIATT with Holly Williams July 25

 

 

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