Inside the Center http://arvadacenter.org/blog Welcome to the official blog of the Arvada Center. Feel free to browse around. You might be suprised at what you'll find! Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:51:45 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.1.2 en Seussical Rocks Children of All Ages http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/15/seussical-rocks-children-of-all-ages/ http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/15/seussical-rocks-children-of-all-ages/#comments Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:49:19 +0000 jcunningham http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/15/seussical-rocks-children-of-all-ages/ Seussical™

September 30 - December 28, 2008

Ideal for ages 4 and older

Embrace the wild and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss as it has never been seen before! Classic stories including Horton Hears a Who, Gertrude McFuzz and The Cat in the Hat collide in this musical extravaganza with all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters. These stories, brought together by Jojo, a young boy and “thinker of strange and wonderful thinks,” is really about believing in yourself, keeping promises and the rewards of being an independent thinker. People of all ages will enjoy this wild and powerful musical adventure that will keep your feet a tappin’ and children a laughin’!

 ]]> http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/15/seussical-rocks-children-of-all-ages/feed/ Subscriptions SOLD OUT??? http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/06/subscriptions-sold-out/ http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/06/subscriptions-sold-out/#comments Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:46:35 +0000 jcunningham http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/06/subscriptions-sold-out/ No Way…!!!  Subscriptions to the Arvada Center’s amazing season were all but sold out last week, but since they’ve added an additional week to the smash hit Les Miserables, subscription package are again available. Packages are limited since there are only a few remaining dates to Les Mis, so your best bet is to call the Box Office directly at 720-898-7200.

Subscription Package are available by calling our Box Office

720-898-7200

5 more blockbusters shows coming:
o HOLLYWOOD ARMS – a dramedy set in 1940’s Hollywood, fashioned after Carol Burnett’s actual Memoir.
o A WONDERFUL LIFE – based on the classic holiday movie starring Jimmy Stewart.
o THE CRUCIBLE – a gripping drama set during the Salem witch trials.
o EVITA – the well known, larger-than-life modern musical.
o BIG RIVER – the adventures of Huckleberry Finn, based on one of Mark Twain’s greatest novels.

Single Tickets are also available for all of our upcoming shows by calling our Box Office or Online at ArvadaCenter.org.

]]> http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/06/subscriptions-sold-out/feed/ Les Miserables Extension Continues http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extension-continues/ http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extension-continues/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:24:53 +0000 jcunningham http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extension-continues/ Les Misérables - Extension Continues

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities has now extended the critically acclaimed Les Misérables though October 25, 2008. Tickets are on sale now and are expected to sell fast.

 ]]> http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extension-continues/feed/ Les Miserables Extends with New Lead at Helm http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extends-with-new-lead-at-helm/ http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extends-with-new-lead-at-helm/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:23:17 +0000 jcunningham http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extends-with-new-lead-at-helm/ The Arvada Center’s critically acclaimed epic musical Les Miserables extends through October 25. Tickets are now on sale and are expected to sell out.

Fresh off a three week run of Les Misérables at Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick Maine, Dennis St. Pierre has arrived in Arvada, is currently in rehearsal and is expected to step into the lead role of Jean Valjean this weekend. According to Kathi Kacinski with Maine State Music Theatre, “[Dennis St. Pierre] can bank on this role for the next 15 years. He’s passionate about the role and audiences will love him.” Dennis has been seen on six Broadway national and international tours, starred in an off Broadway show and worked for over 30 theater companies throughout the U.S. Favorite credits include Man of La Mancha, Secret Garden, Miss Saigon and Loves Labours Lost. Dennis also made TV guest appearances on The Practice, Ally McBeal, NYPD Blue, Passions and Ed. As a singer, he appeared as a soloist throughout Europe and has recorded demo songs for artists such as Josh Groban, Elton John and Celine Dion.

The continued extension of Les Mis will run through October 25, with performances on Tuesday – Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.; Wednesday matinees at 1:00 p.m. There will be no matinee performances on Wednesday, October 22 and Sunday, October 25.

For Tickets call (720) 898-7200 or visit arvadacenter.org.

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]]> http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/10/02/les-miserables-extends-with-new-lead-at-helm/feed/ Alex Komodore and Jeff LaQuatra http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/09/24/164/ http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/09/24/164/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:33:52 +0000 jcunningham http://arvadacenter.org/blog/2008/09/24/164/ Alex Komodore and Jeff LaQuatra

Thursday & Friday
September 25 & September 26, 2008

Guitar virtuoso Alex Komodore kicks off the 2008-09 season in a guitar duo showcase with Jeff LaQuatra, performing works by Telemann and Brahms, plus contemporary composers Philip Houghton, Frederick Hand and Paulo Bellinati. “[Komodore] is world class.” The Denver Post

Music with a View -Relax with fine art, fine music, and fine libations with one-hour concerts in the intimate setting of the Arvada Center’s Lower Gallery.

NEW! ArtTalks and ArtTours with exhibiting artists, writers and local scholars before every concert!

Beverage service throughout the evening, featuring wine and soft drinks!

September 25 & September 26, 2008, 7:00 p.m.
ArtTalk/ArtTour starts at 6:15 p.m.
General admission - $13.50Special pricing and packages available through the Box Office at 720-898-7200

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