| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | What If - Innovation & Creativity FestivalPresented by Imagination Celebration at Downtown Colorado Springs September 11, 2010
The What If! Festival of Innovation and Imagination invites inquisitive community members of all ages to join the day of interaction and creativity. The day-long Festival will feature tech-enthusiasts, art-makers, garage inventors, Do-It-Yourself-ers, scientists, culinary magicians, original musicians, robot builders, urban farmers, innovators, engineers and many other thinkers and tinkerers from the region. The Festival will include over 100 interactive booths, demonstrations,... | Imagination Celebration | 09/11/10 | Colorado Springs |
"Behind the Scenes of the Creation of 'I AM NICOLA TESLA'"Presented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall September 19, 2010 Step into the world of play creation with the THEATREWORKS Artistic Director, Murray Ross, and his cast. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 09/19/10 | Colorado Springs |
Garden of the Gods-Rock Ledge Ranch Pow WowPresented by One Nation Walking Together at Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site September 25, 2010 Rockledge Ranch Living History Association and several local American Indian Non-Profit Organizations will host the 1st Annual Garden of the Gods Powwow at Rockledge Ranch on American Indian Day, Saturday, September 25, 2010.
Traditionally, the Powwow is to promote the traditions and culture of the American Indian in the most positive manner, while providing the Indian people the opportunity to participate, practice, teach, and exchange traditions amongst tribes. The Garden of the... | One Nation Walking Together | 09/25/10 | Colorado Springs |
Tesla Electrical Magic ShowPresented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall September 26, 2010 The UCCS Physics professor, Dr. Jim Burkhart, will astound and amaze you with magical feats of electrical innovation. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 09/26/10 | Colorado Springs |
Beginning Djembe and Hand Drum ClassesPresented by Talking Tree Productions August 16-September 28, 2010 Monday evenings is "First Touch" a level 1 class and Tuesday evenings is "Beginner and Beyond" (a level 2). African influenced rhythms as well as drum circle etiquette and style will be taught by Janet Divitto and Debbie Benavidez | Talking Tree Productions | 08/16/10-
09/28/10 | Colorado Springs |
2 Day Pastel Workshop with Kang Lee Presented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church September 28-September 29, 2010 Level: Beginner and Intermediate Ages 16 – Adult Pastel is a fun medium for both beginner and experienced painters. It is forgiving with vibrant colors. Shapes combined with value create paintings that are unique. Bring your own photos to paint from or set up your own still life. For more info please call Kang Lee at 282-2706 | Sheppard Art Institute | 09/28/10-
09/29/10 | Colorado Springs |
The State of American Professional Theater - Oskar EustisPresented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall October 6, 2010 Mr. Eustis, perhaps the most important producer and theater director in America, is the Artistic Director of the Public Theater in New York City and of the New York Shakespeare Festival. We are honored to host theater royalty. Don’t miss it. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 10/06/10 | Colorado Springs |
Pastel Portrait Workshop with Charles Wilson Presented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church October 11, 2010 For pastel artists who want to be more confident when painting portraits. This class will focus on methods for applying the paint more efficiently, checking for accuracy and how to represent the subject in simple values. The class will begin with a demonstration. Artists will work from a model and bring some photos to work from as well. | Sheppard Art Institute | 10/11/10 | Colorado Springs |
Expressive Figure Drawing with Chris AlverezPresented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church September 13-October 18, 2010 Level: Beginner and Intermediate The human figure, the most complex and beautiful entity we know, contains all the aspects that we, as artists, struggle to learn. We will explore the body from line, form, values, and planes, to gesture and anatomy. We will learn to focus on drawing from visual experience rather than from mental images. Students will discover how to work from simple to complex through the use of quick gestures and longer, sustained, studies. Not necessary, interested students... | Sheppard Art Institute | 09/13/10-
10/18/10 | Colorado Springs |
Colored Pencil with Judy Curry Presented by Sheppard Art Institute September 16, 2011-October 21, 2010 Level: Beginner and Intermediate If you’ve always wanted to do portraits this is the class for you. Learn how to start portraits with colored pencils. Learn basic techniques for the study of the human head with stepby- step demonstrations. Bring a sketch book and prismacolor pencils that you have. Instructor will coach on needed materials | Sheppard Art Institute | 09/16/11-
10/21/10 | Colorado Springs |
Colored Pencil with Judy Curry Presented by Sheppard Art Institute September 16, 2011-October 21, 2010 Level: Beginner and Intermediate If you’ve always wanted to do portraits this is the class for you. Learn how to start portraits with colored pencils. Learn basic techniques for the study of the human head with stepby- step demonstrations. Bring a sketch book and prismacolor pencils that you have. Instructor will coach on needed materials | Sheppard Art Institute | 09/16/11-
10/21/10 | Colorado Springs |
Soft Pastel 1 with Pegi Ballenger Presented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church September 13-October 25, 2010 Level: Beginner and Intermediate This class will focus on trying different methods of applying pastels to a surface. Color theory, elements and principles of art, drawing, and painting skills will be reviewed. Come and explore the wide range of choices we can make in arriving at a finished pastel painting | Sheppard Art Institute | 09/13/10-
10/25/10 | Colorado Springs |
Basic Drawing with Sharon Cartwright Presented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church September 14-October 26, 2010 Ages 12 - Adult Level: Beginner, or anyone who would like to brush up on drawing skills Learn how to draw what you “see”. Explore the fundamentals of basic drawing skills: line, form, perspective, light & shade and value. Discover basic shapes that are the building blocks that will help you draw almost anything. See how perspective affects those shapes and understand how light affects form. Learn with step-by-step demonstrations and fun exercises. Includes handouts. Bring a... | Sheppard Art Institute | 09/14/10-
10/26/10 | Colorado Springs |
Watercolor Hydrotherapy with Loren YukawaPresented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church October 12-November 16, 2010 Many beginners view watercolor as unforgiving; however, the characteristics of watercolor paint make it amenable to alteration through layering, lifting, and other techniques. This class will help beginners learn techniques to help them fix mistakes or add life. The class will also help you develop an eye to evaluate your subject and plan how to paint it to achieve desired results. For this class, you should bring some paintings that may have flaws or areas that you would like to... | Sheppard Art Institute | 10/12/10-
11/16/10 | Colorado Springs |
Watercolor Basics with Dennis Palsgrove Presented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church October 14-November 18, 2010 Level: Beginning As a fun introduction to watercolor painting, I will focus on the fundamentals including what paper and brushes to use, composition, basic color theory, light and shadow, washes, wet-into-wet, dry brush, glazing (layering). The majority of the class work will comprise of a demonstration followed by your working from photo references on landscape paintings. In the first class, we will start a monochromatic painting. Subsequent classes will explore color theory, and continue... | Sheppard Art Institute | 10/14/10-
11/18/10 | Colorado Springs |
Laboratory Theater in America Presented by Theatreworks at Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theater November 21, 2010 A discussion about experimental theater immediately following a presentation of scenes by the Double Edge Theater and advanced acting students at UCCS. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 11/21/10 | Colorado Springs |
Soft Pastel II with Howard DutziPresented by Sheppard Art Institute at First Presbyterian Church October 26-November 29, 2010 Level: Intermediate Pastels are a controllable medium and interestingly different from paints. Learn to create depth using rich and vibrant pastel layering along the principles of light and shadow, composition, and perspective. Come experience the uniqueness of pastels in this fascinating workshop | Sheppard Art Institute | 10/26/10-
11/29/10 | Colorado Springs |
Preschool MusicPresented by The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance at The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance September 2-December 9, 2010 Help your preschooler develop an early love of music at The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance. Using props, movement, and a variety of musical styles, students are introduced to musical theory and develop listening and singing skills in a fun-filled weekly 45-minute class. Graduating programs build on basic concepts to nurture growing music appreciation and even prepare young students for future private instruction. | The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance | 09/02/10-
12/09/10 | Colorado Springs |
Prologue Series - Cowboy PoetryPresented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall December 12, 2010 This country’s dean of cowboy poetry, Hal Cannon, will grace our stage for a discussion on the genre and a reading of poems. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 12/12/10 | Colorado Springs |
New Adult Tap ClassPresented by The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance at The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance June 29-December 28, 2010 The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance is now enrolling students for a new Adult/Teen Beginner Tap Class. Tap dance is rhythmic, fun, and a great way to get exercise, develop coordination, and make new friends in an upbeat environment. Classes meet on Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. beginning June 29th. Open to Adults and Teens ages 14 and up. No previous dance experience required. Tap shoes are recommended, but not required to try class. Wear either tap shoes or other hard-soled shoes... | The Colorado Academy of Music and Dance | 06/29/10-
12/28/10 | Colorado Springs |
Learn to Dance Salsa ClassPresented by All About Dance Studio August 31-December 28, 2010 Learn to Dance Salsa is a progressive beginner class. We will focus on basic concepts, steps, patterns, and timing. There will be lots of practice to music and practice party opportunities in a fun, supportive, and encouraging environment. No partner or contract needed. Meets on Tuesdays. | All About Dance Studio | 08/31/10-
12/28/10 | Colorado Springs |
Waltz Dance LessonsPresented by Broadmoor Waltz Club August 10-December 30, 2010 The Broadmoor Waltz Club offers free and low cost lessons of 12 figured (patterned) waltzes.
| Broadmoor Waltz Club | 08/10/10-
12/30/10 | Colorado Springs |
Prologue Series - "French Farce and Flight Attendants"Presented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall January 23, 2011 A French farce expert, Dr. Teresa Meadows, and a former international flight attendant, Melody Fisher, discuss the themes in our production of BOEING BOEING. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 01/23/11 | Colorado Springs |
Prologue Series - "Gogol, Chekhov, and Revolutionary Theater"Presented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall March 20, 2011 Dr. Laurence Senelick is a Tufts University Professor, America’s leading Russian theater scholar, and the translator of The Inspector General. Dr. Senelick is one of America’s most prolific and respected scholars. This is an event from our free prologue series. | Theatreworks | 03/20/11 | Colorado Springs |
Prologue Series - "Chekhov and Psychological Gesture"Presented by Theatreworks at UCCS - University Hall May 1, 2011 In celebration of our version of the classic play, THE SEAGULL, this is a hands-on workshop in Russian acting technique by the head of the theater department at UCCS, Dr. Kevin Landis. This is an event from our free Prologue Series. | Theatreworks | 05/01/11 | Colorado Springs |
Colorado Springs Conservatory Semester Classes Presented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory September 13, 2010-May 31, 2011 Colorado Springs Conservatory holds after-school arts immersion programming for students ages 4 though 19 in music and theater. Classes include private lessons in strings, voice, piano, brass, woodwinds, percussion as well as specific classroom studies in jazz, composition, musical theater, music and drama. | Colorado Springs Conservatory | 09/13/10-
05/31/11 | Colorado Springs |
Beginning African Dance Presented by Imagination Celebration at Imagination Space July 4, 2010 - Ongoing This is a beginning class that gently guides you through fun filled rhythms and dance steps of the diaspora. Showing how mother Africa spawned such dances as the Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha Cha and even Hip Hop. | Imagination Celebration | 07/04/10-
Ongoing | Colorado Springs |
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