2018–2019 Season
Global performance. World-class entertainment.
You have to be here. CU Presents hosts more than 500 performing arts events on the University of Colorado Boulder campus each year. For more than 80 years, the Artist Series has brought leading classical performers, renowned jazz and world music groups and acclaimed dance ensembles to CU Boulder’s historic Macky Auditorium. CU Presents also hosts the Eklund Opera Program, chamber concerts with the Grammy-winning Takåcs Quartet and the beloved annual Holiday Festival. The College of Music offers almost 400 recitals and concerts by faculty, students and guest artists. Each summer, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival stages professional plays in the Mary Rippon Outdoor Theatre and in the indoor University Theatre. Throughout the year, the Department of Theatre & Dance presents almost 100 faculty, student and guest artist performances.
2018
Takács Quartet.............................................................Sept. 23–24 Takács Quartet..............................................................Oct. 28–29 Carpe Diem String Quartet..............................................Nov. 25–26
2018
Takács Quartet..............................................................Jan. 13–14 Takács Quartet.............................................................Feb. 10–11 Takács Quartet.............................................................April 28–29
2019
Eklund Opera Program...........................................Oct. 26–April 28 Faculty Tuesday Series...............................................August–March Student Music Ensembles......................................September–April Student Recitals....................................................September–April Holiday Festival................................................................Dec. 7–9 CU Theatre Series.................................................Sept. 27–April 14 CU Dance Series..................................................Sept. 20–April 27
2018-2019
Silkroad Ensemble..............................................................Jan. 31 Kodo.................................................................................Feb. 16 Tafelmusik.........................................................................March 4 Batsheva Dance Company.................................................March 20 Dorrance Dance....................................................................April 6
2019
Dee Dee Bridgewater and the Memphis Soulphany...............Sept. 22 Jessica Lang Dance..............................................................Oct. 5 Venice Baroque Orchestra......................................................Nov. 2 Sarah Chang, violin.............................................................Nov. 16 Canadian Brass..................................................................Dec. 17
2019 season tickets on sale Oct. 29, 2018
Dee Dee Bridgewater
And the Memphis Soulphany Saturday, Sept. 22, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium 2017 NEA Jazz Master and three-time Grammy and Tony Award-winner Dee Dee Bridgewater shares her journey in a musical exploration of her birth city. Opening the Artist Series with grace and gusto, the American jazz singer brings to Boulder selections from her new album—“Memphis ... Yes, I’m Ready” Bridgewater and her band the Memphis Soulphany invite you to experience the irresistible magic of the city’s blues, R&B and soul classics. Tickets start at $20 This performance is sponsored by Center Copy Printing.
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Jessica Lang Dance Friday, Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium Jessica Lang Dance presents immersive works that celebrate the beauty of space, shape, movement and music. Jessica Lang Dance’s crisp and contemporary repertoire resists categorical definition. Based in New York City, the company’s collaborations with composers, visual artists and lighting and set designers create show-stopping experiences. Tickets start at $20
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Venice Baroque Orchestra Anna Fusek, recorder Gianpiero Zanocco, violin Massimo Raccanelli, cello Frederico Toffano, cello
Friday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium The classical concert hall meets the canals of Venice as this ensemble of early music virtuosi—along with Prague-born, Berlin-based Anna Fusek on recorder—invigorates works by Antonio Vivaldi and Francesco Geminiani. The Venice Baroque Orchestra, committed to the rediscovery of 17th- and 18th-century masterpieces, lends flair and finesse to Vivaldi’s polished baroque music and a distinguished air to the lively sounds once heard reverberating through calles and canals. Tickets start at $15
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Sarah Chang, violin Friday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium She was admitted to Juilliard at age 5 and skipped her high school prom to play for Queen Elizabeth II. But Korean-American violinist Sarah Chang, now an adult, is more than just a child prodigy—she’s an enduring talent, an international ambassador for classical music and one of the world’s most influential women. Don’t miss this violin icon’s special solo recital in Boulder. Tickets start at $20 This performance is sponsored by Boulder CPA Group.
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Canadian Brass
Christmas Time is Here Monday, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium Welcome the Christmas season with a performance of lively carols and other holiday favorites by the world’s most famous brass quintet. Clad in tuxes and white running shoes, the members of Canadian Brass have brought an “unbeatable blend of virtuosity, spontaneity and humor” (The Washington Post) to concert halls for nearly 50 years. Tickets start at $21 This performance is sponsored by Hurdle’s Jewelry.
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Silkroad Ensemble Thursday, Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium Founded 20 years ago by cellist Yo-Yo Ma, the Silkroad Ensemble uses music to bridge cultural divides. The ensemble brings together musicians from all over the globe, sparking radical cultural collaboration and passion-driven learning to build a more hopeful world. The result is a uniquely engaging and accessible encounter between the foreign and the familiar, reflecting our manylayered contemporary identities. Tickets start at $21
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Kodo Saturday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium Athletic energy, rich musical tradition and mesmerizing symmetry meet whenever this remarkable taiko drumming ensemble takes the stage. Kodo, named after the Japanese word for “heartbeat,� transcends language and cultural boundaries with its powerful performances. Tickets start at $23 This performance is sponsored by WESTAF.
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Tafelmusik
Tales of Two Cities: The Leipzig-Damascus Coffee House Monday, March 4, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium In the 18th century, the coffee house was a popular gathering place for brilliant minds and musicians—and nowhere were the sights, sounds and scents more stunning than in the busy trade centers of Leipzig, Germany, and Damascus, Syria. Listen in as Tafelmusik, a leader in historically informed performances, plays the stunning music café patrons in those cities heard 300 years ago—from Bach, Telemann and Handel to treasures of classical Arabic music. Tickets start at $15
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Batsheva Dance Company Venezuela
Wednesday, March 20, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium Israel’s foremost contemporary dance company, revered worldwide for its cutting-edge work, visits Boulder for the first time. Artistic Director Ohad Naharin’s transfixing piece “Venezuela” brings together rap, Gregorian chant, Argentine tango and the choreographer’s signature Gaga language research. Tickets start at $34 This performance is sponsored by James & Associates and the Roser Visiting Artist Program.
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Dorrance Dance Saturday, April 6, 7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium Hailed as “entirely glorious” by The New York Times, Dorrance presents tap dance like you’ve never seen. In Artistic Director Michelle Dorrance’s capable hands, the company pushes the boundaries of this uniquely American art form. Tickets start at $20 This performance is sponsored by Hurdle’s Jewelry.
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Takács Quartet The Grammy Award-winning string quartet has been moving audiences and selling out concerts at CU Boulder for more than three decades. Their irresistible blend of virtuosic technique and engaging personality has led The Guardian (London) to proclaim, “The Takács Quartet are matchless, their supreme artistry manifest at every level.” This year, the quartet welcomes a new member—CU Boulder Assistant Professor of Violin Harumi Rhodes—acclaimed by The New York Times as a “deeply expressive violinist.” Tickets start at $36 Carpe Diem String Quartet Among the most unique and sought-after chamber ensembles today, Carpe Diem—including CU Boulder Assistant Professor of Violin Charles Wetherbee—is a boundary-breaking ensemble that has earned widespread critical and audience acclaim for its innovative programming and electrifying performances. Carpe Diem defies easy classification with its far-ranging repertoire—from classical and jazz-infused music to Gypsy, tango, folk, pop and rock inspirations. Tickets start at $20 14
Chamber Series Sundays at 4 p.m., Grusin Music Hall Sept. 23 Oct. 28 Nov. 25* Jan. 13 Feb. 10 April 28
Encore Series Mondays at 7:30 p.m., Grusin Music Hall Sept 24 Oct. 29 Nov. 26* Jan. 14 Feb. 11 April 29
*Featuring special guest Carpe Diem String Quartet
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Eklund Opera Program Wide-ranging repertoire, lavish scenery, drama and amazing voices— the Eklund Opera program has it all. Director Leigh Holman, Music Director Nicholas Carthy and guest conductors showcase the talent of the future. Tickets start at $15 Macky Auditorium West Side Story
A musical by Leonard Bernstein Oct. 26–28 Leonard Bernstein’s iconic musical brings “Romeo and Juliet” to the streets of 1950s New York.
Eugene Onegin
An opera by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky March 15–17 Tchaikovsky’s lyric opera explores ill-fated love and loss in 19th-century rural Russia.
Music Theatre
The Turn of the Screw
An opera by Benjamin Britten April 25–28 In this bone-chilling operatic thriller, a young woman is terrorized by the supernatural.
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College of Music Faculty Tuesdays Renowned faculty musicians perform in a weekly concert series featuring guest artists, students and professional colleagues. Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. August–March Student Ensembles The University Symphony Orchestra, Thompson Jazz Studies Program, choirs and other student ensembles thrill audiences with timeless classics and groundbreaking new works. September–April
Student Recitals, Guest Performances and More The hard work of our student artists, the intriguing findings of music scholars and countless more events await! September–April Most concerts are free and open to the public.
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Holiday Festival Delight in the twinkling lights, seasonal greenery and beautiful music at CU Boulder’s Holiday Festival, an annual tradition that’s enchanting for all ages. The decades-old celebration brings together student choirs, bands and orchestras— along with world-class faculty performers—for a concert of holiday favorites and new surprises. Tickets start at $20 Macky Auditorium
Friday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, 4 p.m.
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CU Theatre & Dance Whether you’re interested in the classics or modern musicals, Hip-Hop or contemporary dance—or perhaps a bit of it all—remarkable performances are the heart of CU Theatre & Dance. The cutting-edge works brought to you by faculty, guest artists and the stars of tomorrow appeal to the heart of every performing arts enthusiast. Tickets start at $16 University Theatre Hecuba
A world premiere adaptation by Diane Rayor Nov. 2–11
Title TBA
Title and author announcement Jan. 1, 2019 Feb. 22–March 3
The Current
Dance works by faculty and guest artists April 12–20
Loft Theatre
Great Expectations
A play adapted from the novel by Charles Dickens Sept. 27–Oct. 7
Almost, Maine
A play by John Cariani Feb. 7–10
Falstaff in Love
A new play by Scott Kaiser March 14–17
Charlotte York Irey Theatre
[UN] W.R.A.P. Traversing Memory Performing Resistance and Resilience Sept. 20–23
Next to Normal
A musical by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt Oct. 12–21
Provenance
An MFA dance concert Nov. 8–11
Catapult
A BFA dance concert Feb. 7–10
Open Space
Curated by CU Dance Connection Feb. 28–March 3 Next to Normal is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. MTIShows.com Falstaff in Love is commissioned by Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Artistic Director, Bill Rauch; Executive Director, Cynthia Rider
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How to order tickets Online
In person
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CU Presents Box Office University Club, 972 Broadway Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Over the phone
303-492-8008 Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Ticket information Season tickets
Box GC O1 O2 O3 L1 Artist Series
$476 $476 $292 $212 $148 $324
Classics Series
$212 $212 $130 $90 $57 $138
In Motion
$310 $310 $190 $145 $104 $214
Eklund Opera Program $96 $96 $64 $48 $40 $64 Takács Chamber* Takács Encore University Theatre
--- $235 --- --- --- ----- $200 --- --- --- ----- $51 --- --- --- ---
Colorado Shakespeare Festival
2019 season tickets on sale Oct. 29
*Please call 303-492-8008 for waitlist information GC=Gold Circle / O=Orchestra (Floor) / BOX=Opera Box / L=Loge (Balcony) Season ticket buyers may add on single tickets and Holiday Festival tickets before they go on sale to the general public on Aug. 20.
Choice option
Pick and choose your own season ticket order from any of CU Presents’ offerings with the Choice Option. To order, simply choose four or more different Artist Series, Eklund Opera or CU Theatre & Dance events and receive a 15% discount off single ticket prices. Choice Option season ticket buyers may also purchase Holiday Festival tickets in advance, but these are not counted as one of the four discounted events. Takács Quartet performances are not eligible for the Choice Option.
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Discounts
We want you in the best seat, at the best price. Learn more about your special ticket pricing options through CU Presents. For complete information about limits and instructions for redeeming an offer, please see cupresents.org/discounts Seniors (65 and older)
$2 off single tickets
CU Boulder Students*
25% off up to 4 tickets per performance
Students save up to 60% with an Arts Card See below for details
K–12
$5 off Artist Series single tickets
CU Boulder Faculty/Staff* 25% off up to 4 tickets per performance
Pay only $5 for CU Theatre & Dance and Eklund Opera Program single tickets
*with a valid Buff One Card
Group sales
Groups purchasing tickets to an individual performance receive substantial discounts for most CU Presents single ticket prices: 10% off for 10 to 24 people 25% off for 25 or more people 60% off for CU student groups of 10 or more Interested in a group order? Call Christin Woolley at 303-492-8008 to book. More information at cupresents.org/ticket-info Please Note: Group rates are not available for the Holiday Festival, TakĂĄcs Quartet or preview performances at the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. Group rates are not available through our online ordering system.
The Arts Card
CU Students with a valid Buff One Card may purchase an Arts Card in person at the box office for $40. The card is worth $100 in tickets for CU Presents Events (60% savings). Not valid at the door on the night of the performance.
Venues Macky Auditorium (2000 seats)
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University Theatre (410 seats)
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Music Theatre (250 seats) ROW L
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Grusin Music Hall (500 seats) R Q P O N M L K J H G F E D C B A
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Accessibility
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2018–2019 Season
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