Top Live Dance Performances Coming To Denver
1385 Curtis St.
Denver, CO 80204
(720) 865-4220
www.coloradoballet.org
Date: Oct. 7-23, 2016
One of the most popular ballet productions of all time makes its way to the Ellie Caulkins Opera House courtesy of the Colorado Ballet this fall. The Tchaikovsky classic tells a tale of heartbreak and deception, and it has been interpreted hundreds of times since its first performance in 1877 and is considered to be one of the all-time greats. The Colorado Ballet production will feature choreography that closely mirrors that of the original show. Ballet fans should definitely add this show to the "must see" list for 2016.
Wonderbound Studio
Junction Box
1075 Park Ave. W.
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 292-4700
www.wonderbound.com
Date: Sep 27, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Join the Wonderbound Dance Company on September 27 for a preview of its upcoming fall shows with Teaser Episode #11. This dance company mixes traditional styles with innovative performance pieces for shows that are beautiful and thought provoking. Teaser Episode #11 will feature a sneak peak at the "A Gothic Folktale" show, which is a performance that captures all of the magic of the circus through dance. At the Teaser event, guests will be able to learn about the creative process behind the show, and they will be treated to a Q&A with members of the cast and crew. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased through the Wonderbound website.
Denver Art Museum
100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway
Denver, CO 80204
(720) 865-5000
denverartmuseum.org
Date: July 10 - Oct. 2, 2016
Through the end of the summer, the Denver Art Museum will host a trio of exhibits collectively titled "Dance!" It is comprised of the "Rhythm and Roots" exhibition, which explores the close knit relationship between dance and visual art, as well as a live installation called #dancelab. Developed with Wonderbound, the performance piece will invite museum patrons to interact and become part of the movement. "Dance!" will also feature an exhibition titled "Why We Dance," which highlights Native American artwork and showcases their cultural dance traditions. If you're a dancer or an admirer of dance as an art form, don't miss any of these exhibits.
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Charlotte York Irey Theatre
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 245-8272
www.frequentflyers.org
Date: Aug. 2, 2016 at 8:00 p.m.
As part of the Aerial Dance Festival, fans can attend this one-night only event, which showcases work by aerial dance artists. Along with the show, guests will also be treated to a Q&A with the dancers, and the festival itself is the perfect way to introduce yourself to the world of aerial dance. Along with this showcase event, the Aerial Dance Festival itself will feature workshops, demonstrations and other performances, Presented by Frequent Flyer Productions, this art form offers a striking blend of artistry and athleticism.
2344 E. Iliff Ave.
Denver, CO 80208
(303) 871-7720
www.newmancenterpresents.com
Date: Sept. 29-30, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
A mix of dance styles, acrobatics and much more make MOMIX a must see for dance fans. This show's theme is a tribute to the sights and sounds of the desert. An ode to the American southwest, MOMIX features a stunning multi-media spectacle that is entertaining on all levels. With exciting choreography blended with humor and a little bit of magic, this show is worth putting on your list. It plays for two nights at the Newman Center at the University of Denver, and tickets go on sale on July 18th.
