Dear friends,
Welcome to the 2023-2024 Newman Center Presents season! The upcoming months bring a variety of thought-provoking and entertaining performances to Denver, and we are grateful you joined us. Our mission of uplifting audiences and artists through cultural connection is particularly evident this year as we focus on international programming. With artists from Ghana, New Zealand, Taiwan, Pakistan, Algeria, and beyond, we are bringing the world to Denver, infusing our local cultural scene with different artistic perspectives while building dialogue and exchange.
We offer a variety of ways to engage with our programming this year. In addition to the live performances, perhaps you’ll join us for a tour of the Newman Center, or attend a conversation as part of our new cultural diplomacy initiative? Be sure to sign-up for our e-newsletter at newmancenterpresents.com to be the first to learn about such events, along with new offerings added to the calendar throughout the season.
We are proud of our robust schedule of educational programming for students K-12. Between our student matinee series, Musical Explorers, Music Creators (our new music technology summer camp), and teacher professional development opportunities, we will serve over 5,000 students this year across the Denver metro and Summit County. Finally, please consider joining our Giving Circles. Benefits include access to the Rose Club, with complimentary appetizers and refreshments before select performances, invited talks with artists, and more. Your financial support is crucial for the expansion of our nationally recognized programming, educational initiatives, and community partnerships. Visit newmancenterpresents.com/give to learn more.
We look forward to a memorable season filled with art, community, and connection.
With gratitude,
Aisha
Lisa Alcorn, Vice Chair
Kwon Atlas
Hannah Christian
Julio Martinez Coronado, Chair
Beverlee Henry Fullerton
Mark Heiser
Chad Hollingsworth
Lynnea Hutton
Vanecia Kerr
Alexander Pankonin
Stephanie Rance
Marcia Romero
Margot Gilbert Frank
Celeste Grynberg
Judi and Robert Newman
Cleo Parker Robinson
Stephen Seifert
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Welcome to the 21st Newman Center Presents season at the Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts! This space has been the University of Denver’s home for the performing arts since 2003. Every “Presents” season is an opportunity to experience the work of new and upcoming artists. It’s a way to encounter artistic voices from diverse backgrounds. And it’s a way to celebrate talented artists whose high-caliber and inspiring work has garnered international esteem.
At the University of Denver, we foster a four-dimensional experience that focuses on intellectual growth, well-being, character and careers and lives of purpose. The Newman Center is an integral part of the DU 4D Experience—and one that advances the public good both on and off campus. The Newman Center brings the world, and to Denver, joy, freedom and expression in ways that can’t be overvalued. For dance lovers, highlights this season include the international ensembles Compagnie Hervé Koubi (from the Mediterranean) and Okareka Dance (the leading contemporary Maori dance company from New Zealand). Experience the distinct Ghanaian musical sounds from singer and musician Okaidja Afroso. Explore the soul of the island nations of the Pacific and Indian Oceans with the music, spoken word and cinematic experience that is Small Island Big Song. Best of all, no passport is necessary for these talents from around the globe—just a bit of curiosity and an interest in the beauty and variety of the human experience.
In addition to the Presents series, the Newman Center is home to hundreds of performances from our amazing Lamont School of Music and DU’s Theatre Department, at little to no cost. As a cultural community hub for DU and for Denver, the Newman Center’s role in making an impact on the world is vital. I hope you will join me for several performances this season. Your support in purchasing a ticket truly helps to make a difference.
Enjoy the show.
Sincerely,
The Robert & Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Denver has become over the past 21 years a cultural community hub for the entire region. Acclaimed as one of the nation’s finest university performing arts centers, the Newman Center is unique for its size, acoustic quality, and programming.
At the core of the Newman Center’s programming is Newman Center Presents, a multidisciplinary professional arts series, showcasing renowned artists and new and underrepresented voices from around the world. The Newman Center is home to DU’s Lamont School of Music and Theatre Department, who collectively present hundreds of performances every year. The Newman Center is also home to many of our community’s premier arts organizations and events, such as Friends of Chamber Music, Denver Brass and The Denver Post’s Pen and Podium Series.
Mission:
The Newman Center uplifts Denver audiences and artists by creating regional and global connections.
Jeremy Haefner Chancellor
Vision:
To be a cultural anchor for a thriving, dynamic and diverse 21st century Denver.
Located on the University of Denver campus, Ricks Center is dedicated to gifted learners from Preschool through 8th grade.
◆ Flexible, differentiated curriculum designed around the whole child
◆ Active, engaged, hands on learning
◆ Designated time to pursue questions and interests
◆ Low student to teacher ratio
◆ Teachers who know, understand and care deeply about gifted education and each individual student
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Beatrice Rana
The Newman Center offers multiple accessibility services including: assisted listening devices, transport chairs, transfer theatre seats, wheelchair seating, booster seats, automatic door openers for restrooms and exterior doors, audio description, captioning, language translation and American Sign Language. Patrons seeking accommodations can call 303.871.7720.
Paid parking is available for all shows in the Newman Center garage, subject to availability. Patrons are advised not to park in the neighborhoods, as most of the side streets have one hour parking only. Arrive early to ensure a space in the garage.
Michelle Cann, piano Oct 4
Thibaudet-Batiashvili-Capuçon
Trio Oct 19
Isidore String Quartet Nov 28
Jeremy Denk, piano Dec 13
Pacifica Quartet
Karen Slack, soprano Jan 17
Concerts are held at
Pacifica Quartet
Beatrice Rana, piano Feb 20
Sphinx Virtuosi Mar 20
Jerusalem Quartet Apr 10
TAKT Trio Apr 19
Les Violons Du Roy with MILOŠ May 9
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Artists, programs, venues, and schedules are subject to change without notice. The Newman Center will make reasonable efforts to notify ticket holders of changes.
Patrons are encouraged to call the Newman Center at 303.871.7720 for information on the suitability of events for children.
The University of Denver is a smoke-free campus. Smoking and vaping is permitted only in designated areas.
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“possesses an old soul that belies her years...more than a touch of genius.”
– Gramophone Magazine
Executive and Programming
Jennifer Karas, Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Aisha Ahmad-Post, Executive Director
Andryn Arithson, Director of Business & Operations
Marike Fitzgerald, Artistic Operations Manager
Julia Johnson, Administrative Assistant
Advancement
Adriel Long, Assistant Director of Development and Individual Giving
Ticketing Services
Richard Moraskie, Assistant Director
Max Manoles, Box Office Manager
Ticket Agents
Will Carey*
Tommy Dainko*
Morgana Keller*
Colleen McCracken*
Ethan McGraw*
Julianna O’Clair*
Thalia Rojas*
Miranda Teske
Sabrina Towne*
Education Initiatives
Luke Wachter, Associate Director of Educational Initiatives
Event Services
Diane Roth, Assistant Director
Robert Lynch, Manager on Duty
Jennifer Reed, Manager on Duty
Connie Washington, Manager on Duty
Marketing and Communications
Justin Levy, Assistant Director
Allison Young, Marketing Assistant
Patron Services
Rachel Hargroder, Assistant Director
Amanda Bargar, House Manager
Amy Berglund, Event Support Specialist*
Debbie Hindin-King, House Manager
Jennifer Reed, House Manager
Stephenie Thorne, Event Support Specialist*
Connie Washington, House Manager
Production
Garret Glass, Assistant Director
Zach Jovanovich, Coordinator
Shakeel Wahab, Coordinator
* Student Employees
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Adapted from the Dog Man series of books by Dav Pilkey
Book and Lyrics by Kevin Del Aguila
Music by Brad Alexander
Direction & Choreography by Jen Wineman
Friday, September 8, 2023 at 6 pm
Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11 am & 2 pm University of Denver
June Swaner Gates Concert Hall
There will not be an intermission
Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious production based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club.
Best buds George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but now that they’re in 5th grade, they figure it’s time to level up and write a musical based on their favorite character, Dog Man, the crime-biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!! How hard could it be?
With the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, Dog Man loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of Beasty Buildings? Can he catch Petey, the world’s most evil cat, who has cloned himself to exact revenge on the doggy do-gooder? And will George and Harold finish their show before lunchtime?? Find out in this epic musical adventure featuring the hilarity and heart of Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters.
The show is written by Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander, who collaborated on the Emmy-winning series Peg + Cat on PBS, TheaterWorksUSA’s Click, Clack, Moo, and Clifford The Big Red Dog on PBS and Amazon. Jen Wineman directs and choreographs.
For the complete biographies and photos of the cast and crew, visit
THEATERWORKSUSA (Barbara Pasternack, Artistic Director; Michael Harrington, Executive Director) has led the Theater for Young and Family Audiences movement in New York City and across North America for over half a century. At TWUSA, we believe that access to art—and theater, in particular—is vital for our youth. Since 1967, the 501(c)3 notfor-profit has captured the imaginations of 100 million new and veteran theatergoers with an award-winning repertoire of over 140 original plays and musicals. Acclaimed alumni include Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (Disney’s Frozen), Daphne Rubin-Vega (Rent), Jerry Zaks (The Music Man), Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen), Miguel Cervantes (Hamilton), Kathleen Chalfant (Angels in America), and Chuck Cooper (Tony award-winning actor, The Life). WWW.TWUSA.ORG
Adapted from the books DOG MAN, DOG MAN UNLEASHED, DOG MAN A TALE OF TWO KITTIES, and DOG MAN LORD OF THE FLEAS by Dav Pilkey. Copyright @2016, 2016, 2017, and 2018 by Dav Pilkey. Published by Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. Purchase copies of the DOG MAN series of books - https://www.scholastic.com/ site/pilkey/dav-pilkey-at-home/dog-man-series.html
Sunday, February 18 at 2 pm & 6 pm
Tickets start at $25
In Air Play, umbrellas fly, fabrics soar over the audience, balloons swallow people, and snow swirls, filling the stage. With stunning images and gales of laughter, Air Play bounces on the edge of definition: part comedy, part sculpture, part circus, part theater.
Thank you to our donors, patrons, and advocates for supporting the Newman Center through donations! In recognition of your generosity, this listing recognizes longstanding supporters and donors to our annual giving fund who gave between July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. Thank you for investing in one of Denver’s premier performing arts venues and programs!
Lifetime ($1,000,000+)
Morley C. Ballantine*
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Joy S. Burns*
Ruth S. Byron*
Adolph Coors Foundation
June Swaner Gates*
Jane M. & Frederic C.* Hamilton
The Frederic C. Hamilton Family Foundation
Kresge Foundation
Robert & Judi Newman
Robert and Judi Newman Family Foundation
Virginia E. Treverrow*
Carl M. Williams*
Anonymous
Lifetime ($500,000+)
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Patrick D.* and Joan A. Bowlen
William K.* and Rita Bass* Coors
Devonshire Charitable Trust
Anonymous
Margot Gilbert Frank and M Allan Frank*
Lewis D. & John J. Gilbert Foundation
The Grynberg Family
Ronald L* and Carol L.* Moore
Scott J. & Virginia L. Reiman
Reiman Foundation
Daniel L. Ritchie
Lifetime ($100,000+)
Colorado Creative Industries
Raphael Levy Memorial Foundation
Milton* and Jean W.* Morris
Jordon* & Essie Perlmutter
Porter Adventist Hospital
Anonymous
Richard C. and Jeanne P. Saunders
Galen and Ada Belle Spencer Foundation
Vera M. Winchester*
Judith M. and Marvin E.* Wolf
Lifetime ($50,000+)
Fine Arts Foundation
Gareth D. Flora
LaRetta M. Flora
Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado
Mary L. Hansen*
Beverlee B. Henry & Robert P.* Fullerton
L. Roger and Meredith J. Hutson
Kern Family Foundation
Mary L. Rossick and Jerome H. Kern
The Kenneth King Foundation
Antonia and Vladimer Kulaev Cultural Heritage Fund
J. K. Mullen Foundation
Anna and John J. Sie
John W.* and Marilyn Johnson* Stoddard
Lifetime ($25,000+)
Kathleen A. and Charles O. Brantigan
Ellie Caulkins
Friends of Chamber Music
Genesee Mountain Foundation
Dewey L. and Deborah C. Long
Trygve E. and Victoria H. Myhren
Sally G. Plummer
RedLine Contemporary Art Center
Hon. Harry H.* and Florence K.* Ruston
Meyer M. and Geraldine R. Saltzman
Charles M. & Faye G. Schayer Charitable Foundation
Thomas Steenland
Anonymous
Pioneer Legacy Society
Donors who have included the Newman Center in their estate plans
Anonymous
Sally G. Plummer
Annual Giving Circles
Director ($25,000+)
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Courtyard by Marriot Denver Cherry Creek
Denver Arts & Venues
Genesee Mountain Foundation
The Grynberg Family
Gold ($10,000+)
Frances S. Corsello
The National Endowment for the Arts
U.S. Bank Foundation
Encore ($5,000+)
The Dance Archive
Margot Gilbert Frank+
Anonymous
Anonymous
The Sakura Foundation
Benefactor ($2,500+)
Carolyn A. Agosta +++
Belay Fund at the Denver Foundation
Dr. Nancy Gary
Ovation ($1,000+)
Alicia Bell Landscape Design
Pamela Brody
Caryl & Kenneth Field
Field Family Fund at Longmont Community Foundation
HHSB Family Fund at Vanguard Charitable
Robert Hodges
Hodges Family Fund at Fidelity
Doloris G. & Gene Milstein
Anonymous
Barbara F. Moskowitz
Anonymous
Daniel K. Paulien
David C. Ross
Carolyn M. Strand
Patron ($500+)
Lisa & Matthew Alcorn
Kwon Atlas
Libby L. Bortz
Leslie Brunelli
Hannah C. Christian
Drs. Mary Sue & Kenneth M. Coleman
Donna Bryson and Fredrick Glick Family Charitable Fund
Lee H. & Dr. Burton P. Golub
Alison C. & Mark S. Heiser
KJ Community Fund at the Denver Foundation
Jennifer & John Letheby
Mark W. & Nancy Magliery
Hensley R. & James Peterson
Adnan Reza
Kathy A. & Donald D. Rosenkrans Jr.++
Amy & Jay Sage
Sage Family Fund at The Omaha Community Foundation
Douglas G. & Mary B. Scrivner
Texas Instruments Foundation
James M. Wilkins
Friend ($250+)
Anonymous
Charities Aid Foundation of America
Dale & Russell R. DeWitt Jr.
Andrew E. Hornbrook
Jennifer Karas & Todd Myers
Vanecia & Kevin Kerr
Justin & Cari Levy
Julio A. Martinez Coronado
Jean A. & Dr. Ronald C Meyer
Anonymous
Mary Moore Anonymous
Sandy Myers
Flora I. Ortiz
David G. Susan E. Palmer
Barbara Rivera
Norwood L. & Barbara J. Robb+
Marcia D. Romero
Cynthia Saer
Gertrude E. Schneider
Kenneth K Stuart
Serda D. Tibbs & Roy Scott Tibbs
Elizabeth G. & Richard F Young
“+” Pioneer Legacy Society member.
“*” deceased
“++” All or a portion of this gift was made in honor of Robert and Judi Newman.
“+++” This gift was made in memory of William Rauschert.
Join us! Text 91999 to NCPA or scan the QR code below to support the Newman Center.
Have questions about giving to the Newman Center? Contact Adriel Long, Assistant Director of Individual Giving at adriel. long@du.edu or at 303.871.6426.
The Student Matinee Series brings the best performing artists on the planet to the students of Colorado. Each show includes free, innovative project-based learning experiences created in partnership with Think 360, allowing students to discover the artists before the show even starts. This season, our Student Matinee Series includes Dog Man: The Musical, Latinx dance ensemble ArtistiCO, Okareka Dance: Mana Wahine, and a special in-school performance by Urban Bush Women.
Back by popular demand in summer 2024, Music
Creators is a week-long camp experience for teens who are serious about the art of creating original music. Students find and express their unique voice while learning to write, record, and produce using industry standard technology with some of Denver’s best musicians.
For more information and registration, please visit www.newmancenterpresents.com/education or contact luke.wachter@du.edu.
Musical Explorers, developed in partnership with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute, enters its fifth season at the Newman Center. Second grade students from around Denver discover rich and diverse musical communities as they build fundamental music skills through listening, singing, and moving to songs from around the world. This year’s program features music and artists from Latin America, the Middle East, and right here in Denver.
The Newman Center goes beyond K-12 education, offering unique educational opportunities in an intimate setting with world-renowned artists to a wide range of students, artists, and members of the Denver community. Programs include master classes, artist lectures, residencies, and performance opportunities.
Did you know that ticket sales alone do not cover the cost of maintaining our venue or presenting artists?
The financial support of Newman Center donors and partners sustains our compelling programming and arts education offerings. Donations ensure that the Newman Center remains financially accessible to our community, inspiring expression, learning, and connection for our 130,000 annual visitors.
Newman Center Presents Fund
This fund ensures that the Newman Center can bring world-renowned and up-and-coming artists such as Maria Schneider Orchestra, Samara Joy, and the famed Martha Graham Dance Company to the Newman Center to delight and inspire patrons, students, and community members through thoughtprovoking performances.
Newman Center Education Fund
Gifts to this fund underwrite K-12 arts education programming for over 5,000 students and teachers across the Denver metro area. With donor support, we are on track to engage all Denver Public School second graders in our Musical Explorers program by 2026!
Support our artistic and educational programming while enjoying courtesies including invitations to Rose Club receptions, artist meet and greets, and special VIP events. Giving Circle courtesies begin at $250. To renew or join a Newman Center Giving Circle, please email ncpa.development@du.edu.
Held in the Spencer Reception Room, Rose Club receptions offer performing arts lovers a chance to mingle with fellow supporters while enjoying complimentary appetizers and refreshments before select performances.
230 Ticketed performances during the 2022-23 season
5,301 Students Served
110 Schools Served
50% Title 1 Schools Served
"Hard to believe the Newman Center for the Performing Arts has been around for 20 years now. It's remarkable considering how crucial it has become to the city's fine art scene. No local venue has shown half the commitment to bringing local crowds such a high level of international names in the fields of dance and classical music."
- Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver PostMusic Creators Camp, Summer 2023
Cash: A gift of cash is one of the simplest donations, and it maximizes your charitable deduction while providing immediate benefits to the Newman Center. Gifts of cash include currency, personal checks, money orders, credit cards, and wire transfers.
Give Through Your IRA: If you’re 70 ½ years old or older, you can give up to a maximum of $100,000 per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as the Newman Center without having to pay income taxes on the gift.
Corporate & Institutional Support: Bolster your company’s reputation for innovation and excellence by partnering with the Newman Center and our commitment to broad community access to the performing arts. Our corporate partners receive a range of tailored benefits that bring recognition of your support through many methods, as well as VIP receptions, and exclusive experiences for your staff and clients to enjoy.
Scan this QR code, text 'NCPA' to 91999, or visit newmancenterpresents.com/support
Real Estate: A gift of real estate can be donated as a current gift or a gift through your estate. Real estate gifts are ideal for funding a major gift such as endowing a Newman Center program or a capital renovation that enhances patron and student experience. A residence, rental property, vacation home, or commercial or agricultural property may be contributed outright to DU or through various charitable trust arrangements.
Stocks, Bonds, Investment Assets: When you donate appreciated securities or mutual funds in support of the Newman Center, you can reduce or even eliminate federal capital gains taxes on the transfer. You may also be entitled to a federal income tax charitable deduction.
Have questions about Giving Circle courtesies or giving to the Newman Center? Contact Adriel Long, Assistant Director of Individual Giving at adriel.long@du.edu or at 303.871.6426.
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