| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Pikes Peak Opry Country Music Dinner TheaterPresented by PIKES PEAK OPRY COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER THEATER March 3-May 26, 2012 The Pikes Peak Opry is a country and western music dinner theater setting complete with a supper and show. The owner(s) Ronnie Cook and his wife Elaine have been in the music business for many years and worked at dinner theater and chuckwagon type operations such as the Barleen Country Music Dinner Theater, Lazy B Chuckwagon, and thirteen years at the Flying W Ranch here in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The dinner is Texas BBQ catered by Choo-Choo Smoker, and to say "Best Texas BBQ In... | PIKES PEAK OPRY COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER THEATER | 03/03/12-
05/26/12 | Fountain |
The Secret GardenPresented by Simpich Showcase April 11-June 16, 2012 Simpich Showcase presents the classic story The Secret Garden for its 2012 spring season. Utilizing a full cast of hand-carved marionettes, Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved novel is brought to life in this original production by puppeteer David Simpich.
In the story, young and disagreeable “Mistress Mary” Lennox is forced to stay at her uncle’s Misselthwaite Manor on the bleak Yorkshire Moors. Here she is drawn to a secluded garden surrounded by a high... | Simpich Showcase | 04/11/12-
06/16/12 | Colorado Springs |
My Fair LadyPresented by Thin Air Theatre Company June 29-September 1, 2012 Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady became an instant Broadway classic in 1956 and will become a favorite one again when Thin Air Theatre opens its 2012 summer season with what many call the "perfect musical." The story centers around the tale of a poor cockney girl, Eliza Doolittle, who is transformed into an elegant lady by Professor Henry Higgins. With classic songs such as Wouldn't It Be Loverly?, With a Little Bit of Luck, The Rain in Spain, I Could Have Danced All Night, On the... | Thin Air Theatre Company | 06/29/12-
09/01/12 | Cripple Creek |
Greater TunaPresented by Thin Air Theatre Company September 7-September 29, 2012 Greater Tuna is the hilarious comedy about Texas’ third smallest town, where the Lion’s Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna – men, women, children and animals. | Thin Air Theatre Company | 09/07/12-
09/29/12 | Cripple Creek |
A Cripple Creek Christmas CarolPresented by Thin Air Theatre Company November 30-December 30, 2012 A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol puts a distinctly Cripple Creek spin on the classic Dickens tale. This show debuted on the Butte stage in 2002 with a combination of professional and community actors teaming up to present this timeless work. This winter, Thin Air Theatre Company will bring the show back to the Butte stage, serving up a great holiday outing for the entire family that will bolster your Christmas spirit. The show is followed by the traditional and fun-filled Christmas Olio. | Thin Air Theatre Company | 11/30/12-
12/30/12 | Cripple Creek |
Catalyst: Exploring the Intersection of the Arts and Social JusticePresented by Flourish Arts May 18, 2012 Art, music, dance: experience a multi-sensory display of the arts with a focus on issues of social justice. The key note speaker will be Brad Riley of iEmpathize.
| Flourish Arts | 05/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
London and Stratford-upon-Avon Music, Theatre and Art tour Presented by Pikes Peak Opera League at Broadmoor Community Church September 26-October 9, 2012 A tour of London and Stratford-upon-Avon that includes seven concerts, theatre productions and two art museum visits. The tour is being led by Dr Dennis Jackson who has led tours to England for over 25 years. Visits to C.S. Lewis's home in Oxford as well as the Shakespeare properties are included. Critiques will be held after all the performances The trip includes all land arrangements and many meals. | Pikes Peak Opera League | 09/26/12-
10/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
2012 Spring Session for the Young Performing ArtistPresented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory January 30-June 1, 2012 Exploration of the performing arts for children and young adults ages 4 through 19 in a safe, after school environment that embraces individuality, creativity and respect for others. From performing in the spring production of Fiddler on the Roof and jamming with friends, to an in-depth look at Chamber Music. Experience instrumental and vocal music of all genres, theater, movement, theory, music composition, college prep and interview strategies and much, much more. | Colorado Springs Conservatory | 01/30/12-
06/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
The Drama Lab at the MATPresented by Millibo Art Theatre at Millibo Art Theatre February 13-December 10, 2012 Playwrights, actors, theatre lovers--we want you! The Drama Lab meets the second Monday of every month to read new plays in a fun, laid-back atmosphere.
We're always looking for plays to read. If you've got something you'd like to have read, contact Todd Wallinger through our website to reserve a lot. It doesn't matter if your script is finely polished or needs work, we're here to help make it better.
We also need actors--lots and lots of actors! Whether you're new to the boards... | Millibo Art Theatre | 02/13/12-
12/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
African Dance Class with Dallo FallPresented by Jamoral- West African Arts and Culture at Casa Verde Commons House January 17, 2012-January 17, 2013 Feel the Rhythm and Move your Body!
Join us for African Dance Class with Dallo Fall from Senegal, West Africa.
Learn Traditional Dance and Songs with Live Drumming!
This is an ongoing class and open to the public. | Jamoral- West African Arts and Culture | 01/17/12-
01/17/13 | Colorado Springs |
Comedy Improv with Stick Horses in PantsPresented by Stick Horses in Pants at The Loft Music Venue February 10-June 8, 2012 Come check out the award-winning Stick Horses in Pants comedy improv group at the new Loft Theater in Old Colorado City!
We're ready to keep you laughing with our ever famous clean comedy improv show, featuring your favorite Stick Horses!
Tickets are cheaper if you purchase in advance so get your tickets now!
You can always call Stick Horses in Pants with questions, or to book your own private improv event! We do weddings, company parties, corporate... | Stick Horses in Pants | 02/10/12-
06/08/12 | Colorado Springs |
The Fresh Beat BandPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts November 1, 2012 The Fresh Beat Band is a live-action preschool musical set to original pop songs with preschool-friendly lyrics. Marina, Kiki, Twist, and Shout are the Fresh Beats--four best friends in a band who go to music school together and love to sing and dance. For the Fresh Beats, just about any situation can lead to a full-blown song-and-dance performance. From the moment they wake up, everything that the Fresh Beats do is infused with musical fun. All songs embody an upbeat, contemporary format... | Pikes Peak Center | 11/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
Colorado Circus FestivalPresented by FamilyNation, Inc. at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City August 25-August 26, 2012 Come one, come all to the annual Colorado Circus Festival. Jugglers, music, dancers, comedy and arts & crafts. It's a great event for kids and adults alike. Heck, we even have camels! Join us for this spectacular two day event! | FamilyNation, Inc. | 08/25/12-
08/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
| PPAC Awards | Pikes Peak Arts Council | 09/21/12 | Colorado Springs |
JamoralPresented by Marmalade at Smokebrush at Marmalade at Smokebrush May 18, 2012 Jamoral is a local West African Drum and Dance ensemble led by Dallo Fall from Senegal, West Africa.
Jamoral invites you to share the vibrant beauty of West African Culture with an evening of traditional percussion rhythm, dance rhythm and song. Come Feel the Rhythm and Move your Body at this amazing energetic event.
In Dallo’s native Language, Diola, Jamoral means “Listening to each other” | Marmalade at Smokebrush | 05/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/01/12-
06/03/12 | Colorado Springs |
Fiddler on the RoofPresented by Colorado College Summer Music Festival at Colorado College - Armstrong Theater June 8-June 10, 2012 The well-loved story of Tevye and his family comes to life in Armstrong Hall! Tevye, a Jewish peasant in Tsarist Russia, attempts to maintain his family and Jewish religious traditions while outside influences encroach upon their lives. He must cope with both the strong-willed actions of his three older daughters and with the edict of the Tsar that evicts the Jews from their village. | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/08/12-
06/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Spotlight on Stigma: Stories of Hope | AspenPointe | 05/22/12 | Colorado Springs |
Star Bar Players present "Othello- the Moor of Venice" by William ShakespearePresented by Star Bar Players at THEATREdART May 24-June 10, 2012 Othello: The Moor of Venice by William Shakespeare
George Spencer (Bug, 2011) is the title role in Shakespeare's brooding, volatile tragedy of passion and betrayal. Star Bar has an intense vision for this searing season finale.
OTHELLO: George Spencer
IAGO: Dylan Mosley
CASSIO: Jason Lythgoe
RODERIGO: Michael Lee
DESDEMONA: Leah Jenkins
BRABANTIO: Steve Wallace
DUKE OF VENICE: Hossein Forouzandeh
EMILIA: Amy Brooks | Star Bar Players | 05/24/12-
06/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
Beauty and the Beast: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Benefit PerformancePresented by University School of Colorado Springs with Black Box Theatre at Louisa Performing Arts Center June 8-June 9, 2012 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Benefit Performance will be "Beauty and the Beast." All proceeds help fund research for this incurable disease. CF affects the lungs of children and shortens their lives.
This stage version is from the original French folktale/thriller. It tells of a terrifying Beast and the woman who tames him; of the many faces of love and pain that we all wear; of corruption, forgiveness, and redemption.
Recommended for ages 11 and up. | University School of Colorado Springs with Black Box Theatre | 06/08/12-
06/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Everybody Welcome Festival | Colorado Springs Diversity Forum | 08/04/12 | Colorado Springs |
Peaks and Pasties CAR WASH FundraiserPresented by Peaks and Pasties at Zodiac May 20, 2012 Sunday Funday with Peaks and Pasties
A Burlesque Hall of Fame Legends Fundraiser
Car wash, Naughty Bake Sale, Celebrity Bartender, Drink Specials, Live Entertainment... and more! | Peaks and Pasties | 05/20/12 | Colorado Springs |
Galerie Vivant: New Art by Rodney Wood, with a twist!Presented by The Modbo at Millibo Art Theatre June 1-June 29, 2012 The Modbo and S.P.Q.R. galleries, in conjunction with the Millibo Art Theater in their first ever collaboration, are proud to announce “Galerie Vivant,” a new solo exhibition by internationally known artist Rodney Wood. This exhibition will debut over twenty new paintings by the acclaimed artist. In addition to the opening reception, to be held from 5:30 pm until midnight on Friday, June 8th at The Modbo and S.P.Q.R., there will be two wildly unique performances presented on... | The Modbo | 06/01/12-
06/29/12 | Colorado Springs |
Brazilian Carnival Samba WorkshopPresented by Marmalade at Smokebrush at Marmalade at Smokebrush May 27, 2012 In this workshop, you will learn the graceful dance of samba. Explore the rhythm, sensuality and joy of this exotic Brazilian dance form, but most importantly, connect with and become more comfortable in your own body.
As a continuation of our intro class, Lulu will incorporate new steps to enrich your Samba Dance Vocabulary!
A native Brazilian, Lulu has over twenty years of experience with samba rhythms, and has studied Flamenco, Latin, and Belly dance. Her effective... | Marmalade at Smokebrush | 05/27/12 | Colorado Springs |
"The Underpants" at Springs Ensemble TheatrePresented by Springs Ensemble Theatre at Springs Ensemble Theatre May 31-June 17, 2012 SET proudly presents a cheeky farce by Carl Sternheim, adapted by comic genius Steve Martin. Enjoy over-the-top characters, slapstick comedy and more innuendo than you can shake your stick at! German bureaucrat-landlord Theo Maske and his wife Louise are in a panic because Louise's underpants inexplicably fell down during a royal parade. Afterwards, two unlikely suiters rent the Maske's vacant room to get closer to Louise, and things get hotter than smoked weiners in the boarding house! | Springs Ensemble Theatre | 05/31/12-
06/17/12 | Colorado Springs |
The Spanish TragedyPresented by Theatre 'd Art at Osborne Studio Theater May 18-June 3, 2012 Staged in the late 16th century, The Spanish Tragedy was wildly popular and influential in its time, credited with creating a new genre in English drama: the Revenge Tragedy. Often referred to (or parodied) in works written by other Elizabethan playwrights (including William Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, and Christopher Marlowe), many elements of The Spanish Tragedy -- the play-within-a-play used to trap a murderer, a ghost intent on vengeance -- appear in Shakespeare's Hamlet* among other famous... | Theatre 'd Art | 05/18/12-
06/03/12 | Colorado Springs |
Desperado: Balad of Big Bold Dan MelodramaPresented by Thin Air Theatre Company at Butte Opera House July 6-September 1, 2012 Big bold Dan was this Desperado....or was he? What really happened when he got so darned excited that he shot out all the lights? Enjoy Thin Air Theatre's world premiere of this timeless tale in Desperado; The Ballad of Big Bold Dan. This summer melodrama is followed by a stunning Olio, filled with singing, dancing, and fun for all ages. | Thin Air Theatre Company | 07/06/12-
09/01/12 | Cripple Creek |
Haunting at the Old HomesteadPresented by Thin Air Theatre Company at Butte Opera House October 5-November 4, 2012 From the mind of Chris Sorenson, author of the Butte’s best selling show The Christmas Donkey, comes an all new Halloween melodrama, Haunting at the Old Homestead. When a spirit starts scaring clients away from the Old Homestead, madam Pearl DeVere offers a hefty reward to anyone who can rid her house of the ghost. Her call is answered by a timid minister, a female mystery novelist and a turn of the century ghost hunter. Over the course of one dark and stormy night, the trio attempts... | Thin Air Theatre Company | 10/05/12-
11/04/12 | Cripple Creek |
2012 Front Range Dance-A-Thon & ExpoPresented by Candice Griffin Events at Sundance Mountain Lodge September 29-September 30, 2012 The 2012 "You Gotta Feel It!" Danca-A-Thon lasts for 12 hours with at least 2 members from each team remaining on the floor at all times throughout the event. We will "dance through the decades" with costumes, events, lessons and exhibitions by local dance professionals and learn how dancing is a great way to stay in shape, while fund raising for Tri-Lakes Cares!! | Candice Griffin Events | 09/29/12-
09/30/12 | Monument |
WYNOT Radio Theatre Show - "A Case of Mail Order Murder"Presented by Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts June 16, 2012 The Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts and WYNOT Radio Theatre Show bring you the thrilling adventures of Rick Luger: Private Dick, in "A Case of Mail Order Murder." It's radio comedy theatre...live!
Cash Bar Available. | Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts | 06/16/12 | Palmer Lake |
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