2024-2025 SEASON
Lakewood .org / LCCPresents
From the first LCC Presents season in 2000–2001, the Lakewood Cultural Center has taken great pride in providing unique opportunities for the Lakewood community to see outstanding, often world-renowned artists on our hometown stage.
The 25th LCC Presents season features fan favorites, artists new to the Lakewood Cultural Center, and the start of revitalized family programming.
“NEW MUSIC BONDING WITH OLD IMAGES IN RICH, PROVOCATIVE, AND MOVING WAYS.”
–The New York Times
VITALY AN EVENING OF WONDERS
Friday, September 27 • 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 28 • 2 p.m.
Blending art and illusion with his captivating style, Master Illusionist Vitaly Beckman’s one-of-a kind theatrical experience leaves even the most jaded audience awestruck . Recommended for ages 8+.
“HE WILL BLOW. YOUR. MIND.” –Good Day New York
TRIO CON BRIO COPENHAGEN
Friday, October 11 • 7:30 p.m.
ETHEL + ROBERT MIRABAL THE RED WILLOW
Saturday, October 12 • 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day with master musician, actor, artist and storyteller Robert Mirabal, an elder of the Taos Pueblo, and genredefying string quartet ETHEL . Presenting their latest, not-to-be-missed collaboration, The Red Willow, these Grammy Award-winning artists honor Mirabal’s community through a kaleidoscope of sounds that transcend geographical and temporal boundaries
Prize-winning Trio con Brio Copenhagen appears regularly at the world’s leading venues including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, Lincoln Center, and many more Celebrated for its exceptional musicianship, adventurous programming, and fresh approach to the core repertoire, the Trio will perform a compelling mix of classical and new music along with original arrangements .
CHICAGO TAP THEATRE UNLEASH THE BEATS
Thursday, October 17 • 7:30 p.m.
Bridging the gap between tap and other dance forms, “Unleash the Beats” celebrates tap from the 1920s into the future with music from Duke Ellington to David Bowie to Daft Punk, played live by some of Chicago’s best musicians and interpreted by the witty and accomplished dancers of Chicago Tap Theatre
“THE TRIO’S DEMONIC ENERGY ALMOST TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY.” –Erik Levi, BBC Music Magazine
“DARES THE REST OF THE TAP WORLD TO ELEVATE ITS GAME.” –Chicago Stage Standard
Photo: Tim Black
Photo: Galina Sumaneeva
Photo: Nikolaj-Lund
NOBUNTU
Friday, November 1 • 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 2 • 2 p.m.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN STOCKING STUFFERS
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS — THANKSGIVING TOO!
Friday, November 8 • 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 9 • 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
This a cappella quartet comes from Zimbabwe, drawing international acclaim for breathtaking performances of traditional Zimbabwean songs, Afro-jazz and gospel The quartet’s voices are so in unison, their sound so pure, that only simple minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments, and organic, authentic dance movements are needed to provide a gentle undertow .
Get in the holiday mood Stocking Stuffers style! Playing a mixture of favorites and originals, the Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers bring some of the region’s finest bluegrass, country and cowboy musicians together for an unforgettable evening that will leave your toes tapping and your spirits warmed .
“…A VIBRANT AND STUNNING PERFORMANCE FULL OF SPARKLING ENERGY”
–The Sunday Times (Germany) .
IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
Co-presented with Performance Now Theatre Company December 6–22
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays • 7:30 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays • 2 p.m.
Based on the beloved and timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 well-known Irving Berlin standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” and the perennial title song . An uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages .
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
WAIT — THERE’S MORE!
See page 11 for more performances coming in spring 2025.
Photo: Kristie Kahns
Photo: ©Tswarelo Mothobe
25 YEARS AS A COMMUNITY HUB
For 25 years, the Lakewood Cultural Center has been a vibrant hub for discovery, entertainment, and lifelong enrichment . Live performances, classes and camps, exhibitions, and community engagement programs foster a sense of connection, making the LCC a true “center” for the community . We are celebrating this milestone with a year of special events including captivating performances, inspiring exhibitions, engaging arts programming, and much more from September 2024 to July 2025 .
Many partners have contributed to establishing the Lakewood Cultural Center as “the” spot for quality arts, culture and entertainment in the city. Lakewood audiences have forged a special bond with these resident performing groups who grace the Cultural Center stage each year, and the organizations consider the Lakewood Cultural Center their artistic home, returning for multiple performances. A few of these “regulars” share their stories.
PARTNER: Augustine Classical Academy is a classical, Christian Pre-K through 12th grade school in Lakewood and has hosted events at the LCC for three years.
What keeps you coming back to LCC?
“To create a great experience for our students and the audience, we need a partner like the Cultural Center, whose staff sees our vision and helps us bring it to fruition,” Hilary Oswald, director of Grammar School and Theater Club.
What makes LCC worth celebrating?
“The LCC helps us develop in our students a love for the arts, which will serve our students and the broader community as these kids grow up.”
PARTNER: Iluminar Aerial, a professional aerial dance performance company, has worked with the LCC for 10 years.
What sets LCC apart from other venues?
“We have rented other theaters around our studio home in Broomfield, but they have never measured up to the consistent professionalism demonstrated by the staff and technical crew at Lakewood,” Emmy Moon, co-owner and artistic director of Iluminar. What makes LCC worth celebrating?
“Providing the area with a beautiful theater that continues to help dance and theater thrive in our community.”
Iluminar Aerial’s production of Into the Forest, 2018.
PARTNER: Lakewood Symphony Orchestra has performed its seasons at the LCC for 20 years.
What sets LCC apart from other venues?
“It’s a landmark for Lakewood. It has a great, central location and hosts lots of programs and concerts during the year. The acoustics are great, and the staff are super helpful and friendly. It’s the complete package,” Dr. Matthew Switzer, LSO conductor. What makes LCC worth celebrating?
“For our group, the size of the hall is perfect. The musicians love it and I love it.”
Scan the QR code or visit Lakewood.org/LCC to learn about rentals, programs and performances at Lakewood Cultural Center.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
PARTNER: Performance Now Theatre Company has partnered with the LCC for 22 years and is a professional-quality theater company that provides the highest quality family entertainment and educational opportunities for young actors.
What has LCC meant to your organization?
“The Cultural Center provides the best facility, service and amenities for our patrons. At least one production each year is co-presented with LCC Presents, and that increases our patron base,” Ken Goodwin, executive producer at Performance Now.
What makes LCC worth celebrating?
“The Cultural Center is the jewel of Lakewood. Its wide variety of shows are top-notch and varied. There is something for everyone at the Lakewood Cultural Center.”
PARTNER: A seven-year partner, the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society is an organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of theater organs and theater organ music.
What sets LCC apart from other venues?
“Super cooperation and an excellent technical staff. It’s just a joy to work there,” Lee Shaw, RMCATOS member.
What makes LCC worth celebrating?
“It’s a treasure for the community because of the wide variety of events they host. To have that available locally and not financially out of reach to audiences is a big benefit.”
PARTNER: Beginning as a group of seven ukulele players, the Rocky Mountain Ukulele Orchestra has grown to about 100 members over 13 years working with the Cultural Center.
What has LCC meant to your organization?
“We’ve been able to grow our programs and offer a first-class experience for our music. What we do is very weird, and the Cultural Center staff work with us to make sure we have what we need to be successful,” Gary Jugert, director of the Ukelele Orchestra.
What makes LCC worth celebrating?
“Through changes in personnel and leadership styles, the Cultural Center continues to be a remarkable place for all the arts. I love seeing the miniature ballerinas running the halls, the sculptures and paintings in a perpetual state of change and of course the varied programming on the main stage.”
Interviews by Clarke Reader, freelance arts and culture journalist in the Denver metro area. Follow Clark on Instagram and Twitter.
Photo: ©RDGPhotography
Ticket pricing and more at Lakewood.org/Tickets or 303-987-7845.
Lakewood Cultural Center offers performance space to many partner organizations in addition to the LCC Presents series . Tickets for these performances are available at the LCC Box Office .
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Performance Now Theatre Company
September 6-22
7:30 p.m., Fridays & Saturdays
2 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays
The irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, his 11 brothers and the coat of many colors
Featuring beloved pop and musical theatre classics “Any Dream Will Do,” “Close Every Door,” and “Go, Go, Go Joseph ”
Vitaly: An Evening of Wonders
7:30 p.m., Friday, September 27
2 p.m., Saturday, September 28
Recommended for ages 8+ See page 12 for details
CJRO Latin Jazz Ensemble presents: A Journey to Brazil
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra
3 p.m., Sunday, September 29
Embark on a musical journey where every rhythm and melody tells a story of cultural richness and passion as performed by many of the best jazz artists in Colorado .
Moms Unhinged Standup
Comedy Show
Go Big Productions
7 p.m., Thursday, October 10
Join us for a night of laughter as we explore everything from motherhood, midlife crisis, marriage, divorce, online dating, and other things that irritate us
A lineup of mom comedians
All By Myself
Lakewood Symphony Orchestra
7:30 p.m., Thursday, October 3
Warren Miller's 75th Annual Feature Film
7:30 p.m., Friday, October 18
For program information, please visit Lakewood org/Tickets
Harp Fantasia
Ensemble Concert
Mile High Chapter of the American Harp Society
7 p.m., Saturday, October 19
This amazing Colorado harp ensemble concert features professionals, amateurs, and students performing classical, folk, and popular music . Don’t miss this opportunity to revel in the sound of a plethora of harps!
British Invasion & Beyond
Denver Rock Orchestra
2 p.m., Sunday, October 20
location. Great group rates. Ask about discounted ticket pricing for groups of 10 or more.* LAKEWOOD CULTURAL CENTER BOX OFFICE
303-987-7845 or Tickets@Lakewood.org
*Discounts vary for specific shows.
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No 2, featuring Stephanie Cheng Piano Classical Melodies have been used by pop artists many times, including the second movement of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No 2 used by Eric Carmen .
Trio
con Brio Copenhagen
7:30 p.m., Friday, October 11
See page 12 for details .
ETHEL + Robert Mirabal: The Red Willow
7:30 p.m., Saturday, October 12
See page 12 for details .
Chicago Tap Theatre: Unleash the Beats
7:30 p.m., Thursday, October 17
See page 12 for details .
Enjoy a right proper musical tour as Denver Rock Orchestra showcases the best bangers from across the pond . From The Beatles to Adele, let’s celebrate Britain's finest! Cheers bruv!
Secrets
Zikr Dance Ensemble
7:30 p.m., Friday, October 25
Zikr Dance Ensemble presents “Secrets,” an evening of stunning cutting-edge dance that explores the ancient, mysterious and transcendental aspects of the artform through a contemporary multimedia lens .
Eric Elison’s Celebrating Gordon Lightfoot, the Man & His Songs
Lightfoot of the Rockies
7 p.m., Saturday, October 26
Entertainer Eric Elison and his band return to celebrate Gordon Lightfoot with unforgettable performances of “Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” “Sundown,” “If You Could Read My Mind,” and more .
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MERRY and BRIGHT
Lakewood is kicking off the season with the return of fan-favorites, the Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers . If something traditional is more appealing, get tickets now for Irving Berlin's "White Christmas" at the Lakewood Cultural Center . Lakewood also offers opportunities to help check off your holiday shopping list, occupy the kids during the school break and create unique crafts to decorate your home . Join the festivities at Lakewood arts and culture facilities this holiday season.
HOLIDAY SHOPPING
Museum Store
Tuesday-Saturday | 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Sunday | noon-4 p.m.
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park Visitor Center
Shop unique gifts with historical themes . Lakewood.org/MuseumStore
Holiday Pop-Up Market
November 1 – December 22 | Monday-Friday Open during business hours and all evening and weekend performances.
Lakewood Cultural Center – Corner Gallery
Shop artisan gift items . Lakewood.org/HolidayPopUp
PERFORMANCES
Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers
Home for the Holidays—Thanksgiving Too!
Friday, November 8 | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 9 | 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Lakewood Cultural Center
Get in the holiday mood Stocking Stuffers style! Playing a mixture of favorites and originals, the Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers bring some of the region’s finest bluegrass, country and cowboy musicians together for an unforgettable evening that will leave your toes tapping and your spirits warmed .
Holiday Arts & Pottery Sale
Saturday, December 14
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Washington Heights Arts Center
Shop unique gift items including mugs, serving dishes, jewelry, scarves, paintings and more handcrafted by local artists Lakewood.org/HolidaySale
Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”
Co-presented with Performance Now Theatre Company
December 6-22
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays | 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays | 2 p.m.
Lakewood Cultural Center
Based on the beloved and timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 wellknown Irving Berlin standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” and the perennial title song . An uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages .
IRVING BERLIN’S "WHITE CHRISTMAS" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
Scan the QR code or visit Lakewood.org/ LCCPresents for more information about holiday performances at the Lakewood Cultural Center.
Thursday, December 5 | 5-8:30 p.m.
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park
LAKEWOOD LIGHTS FREE!
Tree Lighting Ceremony | 5:30 p.m.
Join Lakewood Mayor and City Council for a lighting ceremony, festive music and hot cocoa. Meet with jolly old Santa Claus or craft an ornament to commemorate this happy holiday season.
Sensory friendly visits with Santa | 3-5 p.m. Lakewood.org/HolidayLights
HOLIDAY CAMPS
Winter Wonderland Holiday Full Day Camp
HOLIDAY CRAFT TEA
Craft-Tea: Joy to the World!
Saturday, December 21 | 11 a.m.-noon
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park
December 30 – January 3 (no camp January 1)
Monday - Friday | 9-4 p.m.
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park
Bring your little one for a fun craft or activity, followed by morning "tea" and a snack. Activities best suited for ages 3-12. Price includes one child's admission plus one accompanied adult.
Ages: 3-12
$10 Regular Price Lakewood.org/Register
The weather outside may be frightful, but Winter Wonderland Holiday Camp at Heritage Lakewood is so delightful! Celebrate the season with winter-themed crafts, activities, and plenty of festive fun!
Ages: 6-10
$220 Early Registration price, $235 Regular price Lakewood.org/Register
Scan the QR code or visit Lakewood.org/ Holiday to find all the holiday happenings in Lakewood.
Silent Film
Rocky Mountain Chapter American Theatre Organ Society
2 p.m., Sunday, October 27
A Halloween tradition! Come enjoy a classic silent film with live theater organ accompaniment featuring a nationally known organist on the largest four-manual theater organ in the Denver area!
Nobuntu
7:30 p.m., Friday, November 1
2 p.m., Saturday, November 2
See page 13 for details .
CJRO presents: Let’s Fall in Love
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra
3 p.m., Sunday, November 3
Imagine a cozy night by the fire with someone you love as the CJRO performs music that will keep away the chill of a cold autumn night
The Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers: Home for the Holidays— Thanksgiving Too!
7:30 p.m., Friday, November 8
2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., Saturday, November 9
See page 13 for details
Veterans Day Concert—
Honoring All Who Served
Rocky Mountain Brassworks
4 p.m., Sunday, November 10
Rocky Mountain Brassworks is proud to join the Lakewood Police Department and El Jebel Shrine Pipe Band to honor the contributions of all veterans through an inspiring musical tribute
Pops and Silent Auction
Lakewood Symphony Orchestra
7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 14
A silent auction accompanied by a smorgasbord of great popular music!
The Nutcracker
Ballet Melange
2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., Saturday, November 16
2 p.m., Sunday, November 17
In this full-length ballet, Uncle Drosselmeyer’s gift of a Nutcracker to his niece leads to an adventure involving exciting battles and a visit to the Land of the Sweets .
Ballet Ariel
A ballet based on the C.S. Lewis book 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' 7 p.m., Friday & Saturday, November 22-23
2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, November 23-24
Lucy and her siblings enter the wardrobe into the magical world of Narnia, trapped in endless winter by the White Witch, but Father Christmas and spring arrive with the great lion Aslan
Rocky Mountain
Ukulele Orchestra
7:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 26
For concert information, please visit Lakewood org/Tickets .
The Children’s Nutcracker Dance Conservatory of Denver
4 p.m., Friday, November 29
Noon & 4 p.m., Saturday, November 30
Noon & 4 p.m., Sunday, December 1
The Children’s Nutcracker is presented by students ages 3 and up from the Dance Conservatory of Denver and is an age-appropriate version of the holiday ballet "The Nutcracker " Performances run approximately two hours with a 15-minute intermission .
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Co-presented with Performance Now Theatre Company
December 6-22
7:30 p.m., Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 2 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays
See page 13 for details
or
Lakewood.org/Tickets for more information.
LCC Presents performances are hosted by the Lakewood Cultural Center. Performances and prices subject to change.
