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IN THIS ISSUE 06 All Things Apple 08 F estive Fall & Winter Classes 10 40W Creative Hub 12 L CC Presents: 2022-2023 Season

16 A rt & Museum Exhibitions 18 Holiday Happenings 20 Upcoming Performances xplore Our 23 E Facilities

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ON THE COVER SALT Contemporary Dance Experience an upward evolution and innovation in dance in an intimate environment as SALT Contemporary Dance performs at the Lakewood Cultural Center on Saturday, October 29, as part of the Lakewood Cultural Center Presents series.

In just nine seasons, SALT has tripled in size and created a buzz not only nationally, but overseas. Performances incorporate intense technique, the creative prowess of seasoned performers, and groundbreaking choreography to surpass expectations and change concepts of what audiences can expect from contemporary dance.

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APPLE SPICE SOAPMAKING CLASS! September 20 and October 18 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Have you ever wondered how to make soap at home? Learn about required supplies, varied techniques, and fun recipes. In this class, we will explore fall colors, aromas, and themes like apple spice! You will take several pieces of handmade soap home with you to give as gifts or simply to boast about to your guests! All supplies included in registration cost.

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CIDER PRESSING October 15 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Couldn’t make it to Cider Days? No problem! Come squeeze every last bit of fun out of harvest season by joining us for this family friendly cider pressing activity. We will pull out our traditional, wooden apple presses for the occasion, some of which are over 100 years old!

Don’t forget to bring your own apples and jugs! $20 Group Reservations Lakewood.org/CiderPressing Use keyword “apple” to find this activity.

FLASHBACK CRAFTS: THE ART OF PIE November 17 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Explore the art and craft of apple pie baking followed by a visit to our 1930’s kitchen. Create your own pie from scratch in this take and bake experience!

Class cost: $30 Rec.Lakewood.org Use keyword “apple” to find this class.

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APPLE PIE EATING CONTEST

Served hot and cold all day long! We take cider seriously around here; that’s why we partner with Ela Family Farms from Hotchkiss, Colorado, to bring you the best fresh apple cider.

Hosted at 3 p.m. each day, the pie eating contest is free and even more fun to watch! Participation is free.

If you’d like to put your skills to the test, don’t forget to submit your name early. We will draw 5 children and 5 adults to compete each day.

ELA FARM STAND Stock up on all kinds of apple products for your home from the Ela Farm Stand! Fully equipped with fresh apples, dried apples, apple chips, apple butter, apple sauce and so much more!

APPLE PRESSING Press your own apple cider using Heritage Lakewood’s vintage apple presses! Every year at Cider Days, we fill a 5-yard dumpster of apple mash to the brim, then compost and repurpose it at our Lakewood parks. If you’d like to participate in this activity, don’t forget to bring your own apples and a jug to take home your cider! This activity is hosted in partnership with the Lakewood Foothills Rotary Club.

HARD APPLE CIDER We partner with Colorado Cider Company to feature hard cider from apples grown on Colorado’s Western Slope. In the Beer Garden, select from a variety of hard ciders along with local harvest-themed beers from Lakewood!

APPLE-THEMED FOODS Luckily, our food vendors like apples as much as we do, so they each craft an apple-inspired menu item exclusively for the festival! Browse more than 20 apple themed options from funky apple cider braised pork tacos and sour apple cotton candy to more traditional offerings like apple pie and apple cider doughnuts.

$8 Adult Advance • $12 Adult Day of • $5 child Admission includes unlimited kids amusements!

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Festive Fall WINTER CLASSES Celebrate the changing of the seasons with festive fall and winter classes, workshops and camps for artists and adventurers of all ages!

FLASHBACK CRAFTS Activity #37Y5002, 01-04 Flashback to the 20th century and learn a bit about history, visit a historic building and use a classic craft technique to create a beautiful pitcher, papier-mache animal, holiday apple pie or gingerbread house.

Classes are perfect for adult and child collaboration.

Sep 15: Pottery Pitcher Oct 20: Papier-Mache Pet Nov 17: The Art of Pie Dec 15: Gingerbread Traditions 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Ages: 8+ / $25 Early registration

CRAFT-TEA Activity #37Y5001, 02-05 Join us for a themed craft or activity, followed by morning tea and a snack with your little one! Activities best suited for ages 3-12. No charge for other attendees. Limit of one attendee per child.

Sep 17: Autumn Leaves Oct 22: Silly Spirits Nov 19: Turkey Day Dec 17: Winter Wonderland 11a.m.-noon Ages: 3-12 / $10 Early registration

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WINTER WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP Activity # 37A1141-01, 02 Celebrate the winter season with a paint-along workshop. Create a beautiful snow scene and learn watercolor skills along the way.

Spend a Saturday trying something new or take this workshop as another step in your painting practice. Some watercolor experience recommended, but not required.

Oct 15 or Nov 12 / 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Ages: 16+ / $45 Early registration

CIDER PRESS RESERVATIONS Activity #HLBPCIDERPRESS Come squeeze every bit of fun out of harvest season! If you missed pressing apples during Cider Days, we will be pulling out our traditional, wooden apple presses and inviting folks for one last apple hurrah to make their own cider! Additional rules apply.

Look online for details. 20-minute timeslots on the half hour.

Must preregister.

Oct 15 / 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ages: All / $15 Early registration

SNOW CREATURES Activity #37Y1508-01 Make fantastical clay creatures to keep you company this holiday season. Kids will explore 3D artmaking techniques, working in clay.

We'll have some winter fun creating snowmen, reindeer, or anything your young artist can dream up!

Nov 6 / 1-4 p.m.

Ages: 6-9 / $45 Early registration

SWEET SENSATIONS: HOLIDAY Activity #37Y7401-01 Make the holidays special this year by learning to make a few sweet treats! Decadent items, like cookies and cakes, as well as more nutritious options will be featured.

Food fee is included.

Nov 8 / 5-7 p.m.

Ages: 15+ / $50 Regular price

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Activity #37A1148-01 Let’s create some Zentangles and take them to a next level! From start to finish we will draw wonderful tangles and apply them by making some beautiful greeting cards using an iris folding technique Prerequisite: Intro to Zentangle. Materials included.

Nov 12 / 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 16+ / $45 Regular price

Activity #37A1606-01 Learn to carve your own wooden tree ornaments, including Santa and snowmen. Receive step-by-step instruction through the project from safety techniques to wood types, style, tools and painting.

Nov 13 / 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Ages: 16+ / $45 Early registration

HANDMADE HOLIDAY CARDS!

Activity #37Y1606, 01-02 Create and share! Join us for fun-filled workshops making art and memories with your friends. No prior art experience needed.

Nov 19: Pressed Fall Flower Art Dec 10: Felted Bird Ornaments 10 a.m.-noon Ages: 7-15 / $35 Early registration

Activity #37A6014-01 Send holiday cards personalized by you! Come create a one-of-a-kind holiday card and learn fun ideas to add color and decoration. Models and ideas will be reviewed, and direction provided on how to communicate with local print shops to reproduce and make multiple copies of your card design.

Nov 12 / 1-4 p.m.

Ages: 16+ / $35 Early registration

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HOLIDAY PRINTS! Activity #37A1412-01 Play around with prints while making your own unique holiday printed paper and cards! Experiment with pattern, stencils and colors while learning the basics of Monotype printmaking! Learn at-home techniques and also get the opportunity to use a printmaking

press. Great for printmakers, painters, scrapbookers and all crafters looking for a little holiday fun. No experience necessary.

Dec 3 / 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Ages: 16+ / $45 Early registration

GRANDMOTHER’S STAR BOOK ORNAMENTS Activity #37A6012-01 Send a holiday message in a handmade book that opens into a star. Cut, fold, glue, write in and decorate this small book ornament.

Hang your handmade star among your holiday decor or send it as a seasonal greeting.

Dec 3 / 1-4 p.m.

Ages: 16+ / $40 Early registration

WINTER WONDERLAND HOLIDAY CAMP Activity #37C6302-04 The weather outside may be frightful, but camp at Heritage Lakewood is delightful! Join us as we celebrate the holidays with winter-themed crafts, activities, and plenty of festive fun!

Dec 19-23 / 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 7-10 / $130 Early registration

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40W ARTS DISTRICT OPENS CREATIVE HUB

“It’s funky, and, like the authenticity that Colfax has always had, it’s a little grit, a little glitter.”

The 40 West Arts District, in partnership with the Lakewood-West Colfax Business Improvement District, has officially opened a permanent Creative Hub in the heart of the district at 6501 W. Colfax Ave. The partnership recently purchased and renovated the 11,000 square foot building close to multiple amenities including local bus routes, the West Line Lamar Light Rail Station, shopping and dining options, and the revitalized Casa Bonita Mexican-themed restaurant.

Formerly the much beloved Denver Drumstick building, which has been shuttered for decades, the new headquarters for 40 West Arts District, Lakewood’s only state-certified creative district, will host a convergence of noted galleries including 40 West Gallery, Core New Art Space, EDGE Gallery, Kanon Collective, Lakewood Arts (Lakewood’s longest continuously operating arts organization), Next Gallery and Red Herring Art & Supply.

Liz Black, executive director of 40W Arts, fondly describes the quirky HUB by saying, “It’s funky, and, like the authenticity that Colfax has always had, it’s a little grit, a little glitter.” Join the celebration of this incredible creative force, the 40W Arts District, for its famous Art Crawl on the First Friday of each month.

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2022-2023 SEASON The 2022-2023 season from LCC Presents offers a resplendent schedule of vibrant performances just 15 minutes from downtown Denver.

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Daniel Hsu, Van Cliburn International Pianist Thursday, September 29 | 7:30 p.m.

Award-winning pianist, Daniel Hsu, opens the LCC Presents season with a performance of bold, poetic musicianship. A winner in the 15th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, Hsu builds on a rich tradition using music to communicate with the audience, break down boundaries and touch the world. “Hsu is a powerful artist whose bold approach created drama aplenty.” – Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

SALT Contemporary Dance

Saturday, October 29 | 7:30 p.m.

The contemporary company to watch, SALT Contemporary Dance performs a mixed repertoire program featuring work by acclaimed choreographers including Micaela Taylor, Olivier Wevers, and SALT's Joni McDonald. These pieces take audiences on a journey of self-discovery and feature music by Strauss, Bach, and Handel.

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Kings Return

Saturday, October 15 | 7:30 p.m.

A rising a cappella quartet who posted video of stairwell rehearsals and became a social media phenomenon, Kings Return breaks the confines of a single genre with a signature mix of gospel, jazz, R&B/soul, and classical music.

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The Frog Prince

Co-presented with Missoula Children’s Theatre

Monday-Saturday, January 23-28

LCC presents, a family friendly performance of “The Frog Prince.” A Princess makes a promise to befriend a lonely Frog, but what happens when the Princess tries to break her promise?

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Duplessy & The Violins of the World

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Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Carousel”

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Crossing of Strings:

Exotic Global Music

By Rita Sommers

Lakewood Cultural Center Administrator

The brainchild of French Gypsy jazz guitarist and composer Mathias Duplessy, The Violins of the World brings together virtuosic musicians from China, Mongolia, and France to create an astonishing cross-cultural encounter.

“The crossing strings of these virtuosos weave a path between the written and oral traditions of East and West as they endeavor to interpret the world differently and forge a way to new and unprecedented sound.”

– Rain Forest World Music Festival

Duplessy studied classical guitar at the age of 6, was playing professionally by the time he was 18, and began picking up instruments from around the world. Collaborating with a group of master musicians with a shared interest, The Violins of the World melds fiddle Erhu, horse-headed fiddle, throat singing, Scandinavian fiddle (nyckelharpa) and propulsive acoustic guitar in original compositions with a strong Asian influence, blues spirit, Celtic rhythms, and melodies from the Mongolian steppe.

The quartet’s first record, “Duplessy & the Violins of the World,” was followed by a successful world tour that opened people’s eyes and ears to the band’s amazing musical abilities. Their new album, “Brothers of Strings,” is a musical journey from the Gobi Desert to China and the ancient Far East and includes wild covers of Morricone’s “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” and Dire Straits’ “Brothers in Arms.”

Four soloists. Four cultures. Four instruments.

Four temperaments. One unparalleled performance.

Duplessy & The Violins of the World 7:30 p.m., Saturday, November 12

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EXHIBITIONS ART EXHIBITIONS at Lakewood Cultural Center & at Lakewood Civic Center

TIMESHARE The City of Lakewood and 40W Arts District partner to present the biennial event, TimeShare, hosted across multiple venues in Lakewood, celebrating the dynamic intersection of art and technology and featuring artists working in digital media ranging from photography, video, and animation to new media and alternative technologies.

Still: A Story of Photography for TimeShare September 9- October 31 Lakewood Civic Center, Richey Gallery Still: A Story of Photography focuses on diverse and dynamic approaches to the photographic process. Traditional, “lo-fi” photographic cyanotypes will stand in dialogue with cellphone images and computer-generated photographic stills, speaking to the ever-evolving and consistently relevant language of the photograph.

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Convergence: An immersive video and animation experience for TimeShare September 9 – October 31 Lakewood Cultural Center, North Gallery Convergence, in the North and Lobby Galleries, creates a flood of projected video and animation artworks by local and regional artists. Though each artist’s projection is singular, the projections converge to fill each wall of the space, completely wrapping the viewer in light, image, and sound.

This immersive experience highlights local and regional artists who are experimenting with cutting edge technology to produce their artworks.

Future Frontiers for TimeShare September 9 – October 31 Lakewood Cultural Center, LCC Lobby Gallery Future Frontiers features the artwork of students from Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design and local high schools who are endeavoring to push the definition of artwork into the future through their engagement with, and utilization of, technology in art. QR codes, digital painting, gaming, and robotics are innovations in art that students across our region explore in this exhibition.

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Digital Arts Youth Programming in HCA for TimeShare September 9 – October 31 Lakewood Cultural Center, Corner Gallery Did you know that youth arts programming in Lakewood offers animation, digital photography, digital painting, digital theater technology and more? We are excited to show you the electrifying work that youth from around our community are making in our classes.

Lakewood Arts Council Presents: Artist’s Choice Show

the end of the year, is an annual highlight of the Lakewood Cultural Center’s presentation of local arts organizations. Artists who participate in the LAC exhibition are talented artists working across mediums and thematic approaches.

Linear Form/Non-Linear Behavior: Emily Grace King & Frank Lucero November 4 – January 6 Lakewood Cultural Center, North Gallery/Lobby This simultaneously poetic and direct two-person exhibition arranges the nuanced work of Emily Grace King and Frank Lucero in formal negotiations around line and process. Both artists play with the line as form either with texture and opacity or layered translucency. Their work may feel parallel in its formal approach to

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September 18 – January 6 Lakewood Cultural Center, Mezzanine Gallery

painted medium but stand in contradiction to one another in their tone and weight. Lucero toys with gravity and physical tension while King explores luminescence and layered buoyancy. Come unravel the aesthetic and process threads that unite their work in Linear Form/ Non-Linear Behavior.

Colorado Watercolor Society: Annual Juried Member’s Show November 4- January 6 Lakewood Civic Center, Richey Gallery The Colorado Watercolor Society, has partnered with the Lakewood Cultural Center for more than 5 years to present their Annual Juried Member’s Show, highlighting the most exceptional work of participating members.

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LAC Artist’s Choice show in the Mezzanine Gallery, this fall through

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MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS

Homebound: 1920 to 2020 Quarantines in Photographs Fields of Golden Green & the Great Mountains: Jack Kerouac in Lakewood Hungry for History in the historic outbuilding windows

at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park

Lakewood: A 20th Century Journey Permanent Exhibition Permanent Gallery Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park’s permanent gallery highlights significant events throughout the 20th century, including the evolution of commercial growth from farmland. Local artifacts immerse visitors in times when people drove Model T’s, worked in WWII factories, and incorporated the city.

Looking for a Sign Open through September 11 Temporary Gallery Enjoy the beauty of neon, the bold brightness of midcentury ads and new perspectives on the word “sign.”

In partnership with the Rocky Mountain Deaf School.

YOUR Heritage Lakewood September 24 – January 1, 2023 Temporary Gallery Connect to your past and contribute to new signage in the park while learning more about the historic buildings saved for future generations. In partnership with the Mizel Museum.

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Lakewood’s Lights

…an electrifying history

By Betsy Bowers

Heritage Lakewood Administrator

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t the holidays, when Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park is aglow with holiday lights, it is a reminder of how we bring history to life. Our mission is to tell the story of the 20th century through engaging and innovative experiences and events for the community. Electricity became more common place in the 1900s, and at the holidays, our living history park exhibits the evolution from one bulb to thousands of twinkling, colored lights.

While exploring Heritage Lakewood, you’ll see our historic structures showcase electrical innovation.

The Streer-Peterson House represents the 1910s, when kitchen lighting consisted of a single light bulb hanging from a cord. Fast forward to the 1950s, an era that brought bright lights and neon signs to Colfax Avenue, and you will notice that our Estes Motel is a nod to a time that brought growth and commercialization to Lakewood.

As lighting innovations progressed, holiday décor, trees and symbols were electrified. Some claim that the nation’s first outdoor illuminated Christmas tree was lit near Lakewood in 1914. Electrician D.D. Sturgeon placed painted light bulbs on a tree outside his ill son’s window to brighten his spirits. It was the start of a tradition. Today, holiday bulbs vary in size and shape and include the popular Bubble Light from the 1940s. Ask anyone about their favorite style of holiday light, and most will have a prompt and unique reply. For Lakewood resident Lee Wellbrock, too much Christmas is not enough, and he demonstrates this with his annual light display. Lee enjoys sharing the story of when Mayor Adam Paul showed up at his door one December evening. After the mayor made a jovial inquiry about whether Lee had the proper permits for such an extravagant light show, the mayor was invited inside for some holiday cheer.

Many see holiday lights as a symbol of hope; for others, the lights conjure childhood memories.

In Colorado, it is a tradition to keep lights up through the National Western Stock Show in January. No matter your personal holiday light tradition, we hope you have enjoyed this look back at the history of lights in Lakewood and that you visit our history park to see the holiday lights and attend our festive classes and programs.

Stop by this holiday season for our immersive lighting exhibit, Camp Christmas, a brilliant partnership of the City of Lakewood, Denver Center for Performing Arts and hometown artist Lonnie Hanzon that continues the evolution of light. This imaginative display attracts visitors from across the metro Denver area to experience Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park.

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Lakewood is full of possibilities for celebrating holiday traditions old and new, plus crafts, performances, and the great outdoors! Discover your favorite festive fun.

MAYOR’S TREE LIGHTING

NEW MUSEUM HOURS

Tuesday, November 15 5 – 8 p.m.

Extended Museum Visitor Center Hours During Camp Christmas (Wednesday, November 16 Saturday, December 24)

The lighting of the Mayor's tree serves as the debut evening of the Camp Christmas experience.

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park

Lakewood.org/TreeLighting

CAMP CHRISTMAS Friday, November 18 – Saturday, December 24 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Open weekly, Tuesday through Sunday (Closed Thanksgiving)

Every Tuesday – Sunday 1 – 9 p.m.

Beginning Tuesday, December 27

Every Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sundays noon – 4 p.m.

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park

Lakewood.org/Heritage

HOLIDAY ARTS & POTTERY SALE Saturday, December 10 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Shop items skillfully handcrafted by local artists. Unique gifts including mugs, bowls and serving dishes, jewelry, scarves, paintings and much more.

Washington Heights Arts Center

Lakewood.org/HolidaySale

TIMOTHY P. & THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN STOCKING STUFFERS Saturday, December 3 7:30 p.m.

One performance only!

Lakewood Cultural Center

Lakewood.org/LCC Presents

For additional holiday performances see p. 21 Lakewood.org/Bravo

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PERFORMANCES LAKEWOOD.ORG/TICKETS or 303-987-7845 A Grand Night for Singing

Performance Now Theatre Company September 9-25, Fridays & Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays 2 p.m.

This musical revue showcases the music and lyrics of Rodgers and Hammerstein.

Featuring songs from hits like "Carousel," "Oklahoma!," "The King and I," "South Pacific," "Cinderella" and "The Sound of Music."

Tickets start at $20

Feliz Cumpleaños Celebración Honoring Spanish & Mexican Dancer Jeanette Trujillo Lucero Fiesta Colorado Dance Company 7:30 p.m., Wednesday & Thursday, October 12 & 13

PerformanceNow.org

Enjoy excerpts from Jeanette’s 45 year dancing career and highlights of the Fiesta Colorado Dance Company.

Tickets are $28 for adults, $25 for seniors and children

The New Season Opens!

Living in a Daydream

Lakewood Symphony Orchestra 7:30 p.m., Thursday, October 6 The season opens with Otto’s The Merry Wives of Windsor Overture, Franck’s Symphony in D minor, and Elgar’s Concerto for Cello featuring Seoyoen Min, principal cellist of the Colorado Symphony.

Tickets start at $12

LakewoodSymphony.org

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Four by Four

Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion featuring Howard Levy 7 p.m., Friday, October 14 Howard Levy, founding member of Béla Fleck and the Flecktones, joins Miguel Espinoza Fusion to play original music that is a “vibrant…emotional…stunning combination of jazz, flamenco, and subtle world music.”

Tickets start at $25

MiguelEspinozaFusion.com

Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado 7:30 p.m., Friday, October 7

Disney

Everyone's favorite! Virtuosos enliven this violin revelry— feel the chill of "Winter" by internationally celebrated Cynthia Freivogel, and Rachell Ellen Wong’s “scorching hot, accurate, and thrilling performance of Summer” - Broadway World.

Tickets are $36 for in-person, $20 for livestream

Enjoy the energy and spirit of Disney as we showcase ballroom dance with a modern twist to classic Disney tunes.

Tickets are $22, $29, and $34

BCOColorado.org

Harp Fantasia Ensemble Concert American Harp Society Mile High Chapter 7 p.m., Saturday, October 8

This amazing harp ensemble concert features over 40 student, amateur, and professional harpists playing a diverse program of classical, folk, and popular music!

Tickets are $18 for adults, $12 for children (ages 3-12), $15 for seniors (65+)

Colorado Dance Machine Inc. 3 p.m., Sunday, October 16

FredAstaire.com

Cody Rocks the Rockies with Cody Ray Slaughter, Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist

Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice Benefit Friday & Saturday, October 21-22, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, October 23, 3 p.m.

After six years of sold out shows, Cody returns with new songs and new outfits.

Buy tickets to see the very best! Elvis lives!

Tickets start at $45

Halloween Fashion Show Presented by Janel Rosales Wednesday, October 26, 7 p.m.

Discover a world of fashion surrounded by vampires, witches, and more! Enjoy an atmosphere full of Halloween surprises.

Tickets start at $12

JanelRosales.com

Portals

Zikr Dance Ensemble 7:30 p.m., Thursday (preview) and Friday, October 27-28 "Portals" is a visionary work by critically acclaimed Zikr Artistic Director and choreographer David Taylor that explores the hidden realms of transcendent dance ritual in other dimensions.

Tickets are $30, $35 & $40 and $20 for students 17 and younger

ZikrDance.com

Silent Film – Phantom of the Opera

Rocky Mountain Chapter American Theatre Organ Society 2 p.m., Sunday, October 30 Just in time for Halloween, watch this classic silent horror film with live theater organ accompaniment featuring Ken Double, organist at the Atlanta Fox Theatre.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for students

RMCATOS.org

Move the Needle

Kim Robards Dance 7:30 p.m., Saturday, November 5 Kim Robards Dance presents its Fall Season, featuring dynamic, viscerally powerful, original masterworks by Artistic Director Kim Robards. The Denver Post wrote, “Kim Robards marshals her forces with flair.”

Tickets are $15.00 to $25.00

KimRobardsDance.org

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Honoring Our Veterans

Rocky Mountain Brassworks 4 p.m., Sunday, November 6 Join the Rocky Mountain Brassworks for a touching musical tribute to the men and women who have served our country.

This stirring program honors patriotism with powerful music and imagery.

Tickets start at $10

RockyMountainBrassworks.org

Pops Concert & Silent Auction Lakewood Symphony Orchestra 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 10

This annual concert and silent auction offer musical entertainment and treasures for everyone! Revel in the music, indulge in our biggest fundraiser, and take home the memories!

Tickets start at $12

LakewoodSymphony.org

Adventures of a Comic Book Artist

Lakewood Cultural Center Youth Theater 7 p.m., Monday, November 14 Enjoy a family evening with some comedic musical theater with the Lakewood Cultural Center Youth Theater Ensemble.

A janitor at a comic book agency obtains magical pens only to have his created superheroes come alive and battle the super-villain Doctor Shock Clock.

Tickets are $10

Lakewood.org/Tickets

The Nutcracker Ballet Melange

Friday & Saturday, November 18-19, 7 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday, November 19-20, 2 p.m.

In this full-length ballet, Uncle Drosselmyer’s gift of a nutcracker to his niece leads to exciting battles and a visit to the Land of the Sweets.

Tickets are $30 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for children 12 and under Group discounts available.

BalletMelange.org

The Children’s Nutcracker

Denver Conservatory of Dance Noon and 4 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, November 26-27 Intended for audiences of all ages, The Children’s Nutcracker by DcD is performed by children ages 3-17. Enjoy a magical, less formal rendition of a holiday classic with your family!

Tickets are $30

DanceConservatoryofDenver.com

Songs of the Season Past & Present

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra featuring Marion Powers 3 p.m., Sunday, December 4

Ukulele Summer ... In Winter

Rocky Mountain Ukulele Orchestra 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 13 Bring a little ukulele into your winter and suddenly it's summer and you're HAWT. Come join dozens of musicians creating hope, optimism, sunshine and (hopefully) laughter.

Tickets start at $10

UkuleleOrchestra.org

The Nutcracker

Ballet Ariel 2 p.m. matinee and 7 p.m. evening performances December 10 – 23 This beautiful interpretation of “The Nutcracker” features Ballet Ariel’s professional company in its 25th anniversary season. Join Clara’s magical journey with the Nutcracker Prince to the Sugar Plum Fairy's Castle. Full schedule available at Lakewood.org/tickets.

Tickets are $35 to $40 for adults, $30 to $35 for students and seniors, $25 to $30 for children

BalletAriel.org

Performances and pricing subject to change.

Celebrate the season with Colorado’s finest professional jazz orchestra. The afternoon will include beloved, seasonal songs to get you in the holiday spirit!

Tickets start at $27 Group discounts available.

ColoradoJazz.org

Tony Award winning theater group,

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The Three Musketeers Romeo & Juliet

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Help us Imagine Tomorrow!

The Community Resources Department is embarking on a yearlong planning process to create a bold vision for the future of Lakewood arts, parks and recreation. Imagine Tomorrow! Arts, Parks and Recreation for All will engage the community, evaluate trends and determine future priorities.

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