Lakewood Cultural Center

<h4>Lakewood Cultural Center hosts award-winning pianist</h4>
Appearing solo and in orchestral concerts across five continents, Pallavi Mahidhara is praised for her distinctive artistry and charismatic presence. She will perform during the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lakewoodco.gov/Local-Government/Departments/Community-Resources/Arts-and-Culture/Lakewood-Cultural-Center/Lakewood-Cultural-Center-Presents-Season" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lakewood Cultural Center</a>&nbsp;Presents season on Friday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Season and single tickets for the&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://lakewood.showare.com/ListingPage.asp?lpid=105" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">2026–27 Lakewood Cultural Center Presents</a>&nbsp;series are now on sale, offering standout arts and entertainment in the heart of Lakewood.
Mahidhara, an Indian American classical pianist and second‑prize and Young Audience Award winner at the 69th Geneva International Piano Competition, will present a program of vivid musical landscapes featuring works by Ravel, Mussorgsky, and contemporary composers Rena Esmail and Veronique Vaka. Her performance offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience a wide range of musical voices connected through her distinctive interpretive style.
“Each time I sit down to play, it feels as though I am discovering a new friend full of nuances, colors, character and soul,” Mahidhara said.
The program anchors an evening highlighting the depth and versatility of the 2026–27 Lakewood Cultural Center Presents lineup, continuing the center’s commitment to showcasing exceptional talent across artistic disciplines. Mahidhara’s performance opens a season shaped by celebrated artists, new works and engaging cultural experiences, setting the stage for a year of dynamic programs.
Whether you’re seeking something new, nostalgic, family-friendly or simply entertaining, this year’s lineup offers a vibrant mix of music, dance and theater. Lakewood Cultural Center is located at Wadsworth and Alameda, just 15 minutes from downtown Denver, with both surface and garage parking. Pair a performance with dinner at your favorite Belmar, Downtown Lakewood restaurant for an effortless and memorable night out.
For tickets, visit the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office at 480 S. Allison Parkway, call 303‑987‑7845 or go to&nbsp;<a href="https://lakewood.showare.com/ListingPage.asp?lpid=105" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LakewoodCO.gov/LCCPresents</a>. We look forward to welcoming you to the theater.
The Lakewood Cultural Center Presents&nbsp;2026–27&nbsp;season is generously supported by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), Colorado Creative Industries (CCI), Hyatt House Denver/ Lakewood at Belmar and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
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Lakewood Cultural Center welcomes patrons of all abilities. We offer wheelchair-accessible seating, a hearing loop assistive listening system, noise-reducing headphones and large print programs upon advance request.
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TICKETING INFO
Lakewood Cultural Center Presents
Pallavi Mahidhara: Scenes and Images
Classical Piano
Friday, Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; $36 - $56
TICKETING SITE:&nbsp;<a href="https://lakewood.showare.com/ListingPage.asp?lpid=105" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LakewoodCO.gov/LCCPresents&nbsp;</a>
BOX OFFICE:&nbsp;303-987-7845
Lakewood Cultural Center
470 S. Allison Parkway
Lakewood, CO 80226
ABOUT LAKEWOOD CULTURAL CENTER
Hailed by Ray Mark Rinaldi of the Denver Post for “consistently producing gems across the disciplines of music, dance and family entertainment,”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lakewoodco.gov/Local-Government/Departments/Community-Resources/Arts-and-Culture/Lakewood-Cultural-Center/Lakewood-Cultural-Center-Presents-Season" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lakewood Cultural Center</a>&nbsp;(LCC) is known throughout the state for its exceptional programming. The&nbsp;2026–27&nbsp;LCC Presents season offers vibrant, multicultural programs by world-class artists in dance, theater, jazz, classical and world music just 15 minutes from downtown Denver.

Local Event: Award-winning classical pianist Pallavi Mahidhara at Lakewood Cultural Center

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Award-winning classical pianist Pallavi Mahidhara at Lakewood Cultural Center

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities

<h4>Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents</h4>
<h4>The Three Tenors: Trane, Rollins, and Getz</h4>
Featuring vocalist Hannah Rodriguez
Drew Zaremba, Artistic Director
Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 p.m. / Arvada Center
Join the CJRO Big Band and vocalist Hannah Rodriguez for a high-powered night celebrating three tenor sax legends: John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and Stan Getz on Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 p.m. at the&nbsp;Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO 80003. Tickets are $33 - $66 (fees are included)&nbsp;and available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/events-1/the-three-tenors-trane-rollins-and-getz" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.coloradojazz.org</a>&nbsp;or by calling&nbsp;720-898-7200.&nbsp;
John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Stan Getz&nbsp;each brought a unique voice to the world of jazz, shaping the music in lasting ways.&nbsp;Coltrane’s&nbsp;powerful, searching sound pushed the boundaries of improvisation,&nbsp;Rollins’&nbsp;bold tone and inventive style made him a master of spontaneous creativity, and&nbsp;Getz’s&nbsp;smooth, lyrical approach introduced countless listeners to the beauty of jazz. Together, they represent three of the most influential saxophonists in American music, whose work continues to inspire musicians and audiences alike.
Marking Coltrane’s centennial, the program moves from the drive of “Impressions” (featuring a four-tenor showdown) to the cool swing of selections from the 1962 recording, Big Band Bossa Nova.
The evening closes with Rollins’ “Tenor Madness,”&nbsp;with an open invitation for saxophonists in the audience to bring their horns and play along with the band!
Hannah Rodriguez&nbsp;is a dynamic, award-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist based in Northern Colorado. With deep ties to Denver’s vibrant music scene, her genre-blending style fuses jazz, rock, and pop and she’s earned accolades from DownBeat Magazine and the Sonic Spotlight competition for her expressive vocal performances and inventive arrangements.
The CJRO is one of the region's premier jazz ensembles, featuring top-tier musicians dedicated to honoring and expanding the jazz tradition. Known for their innovative programming and electrifying performances, the CJRO continues to push boundaries while preserving the rich legacy of jazz. Read more at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ColoradoJazz.org</a>
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra presents
The Three Tenors: Trane, Rollins, and Getz
Featuring vocalist Hannah Rodriguez
Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 p.m.
Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO 80003
Tickets $33-$66 (including fees)
<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.coloradojazz.org</a>&nbsp;or call 720-898-7200
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Local Event: Celebrate legends - John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and Stan Getz with the CJRO Big Band

Celebrate legends - John Coltrane, Sonny...

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents
The Three Tenors: Trane, Rollins, and Getz
Featuring vocalist Hannah Rodriguez
Drew...

Celebrate legends - John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and Stan Getz with the CJRO Big Band

Su Teatro Cultural & Performing Arts Center

<h4>Stories on Stage</h4>
<h4>Chance Encounters</h4>
October 18 @ 2 p.m. /Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Denver
October 24 @ 7 p.m. /Nomad Playhouse, Boulder
The next stranger you meet might just change your life!
 Stories on Stage presents “Chance Encounters”&nbsp;at Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive on Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m. and at Nomad Playhouse, 1410 Quince Ave., Boulder, CO 80304 on Saturday, October 24 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $28 and are available by calling&nbsp;303-494-0523&nbsp;or online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.storiesonstage.org." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">storiesonstage.org.</a>&nbsp;
Chance encounters are those unexpected moments that slip into an ordinary day and bring something unplanned into your life. A quick conversation, a random meeting, or a small change in plans can shift your direction in surprising ways.&nbsp;That person sitting next to you on an airplane... the hiker passing you on the trail... that barista handing you a cup of morning coffee -&nbsp;sometimes they just appear, quietly, and invite you to pay attention.&nbsp;
The stories are performed by&nbsp;Kate Gleason, Jessica Robblee&nbsp;and Josh Robinson!&nbsp;Join these fine actors at the free milk and cookies reception after the show.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Celebrating their 26th Season,&nbsp;Stories on Stage&nbsp;presents renowned actors performing dynamic and entertaining short stories.
"Chance Encounters" is sponsored by Fern Seltzer and Andy Heymsfield and in part by the Citizens of the Scientific and Cultural District (SCFD), Colorado Creative Industries, Bonfils Stanton Foundation, Boulder County Arts Alliance, Community Foundation Boulder County, and The Denver Post.
Stories on Stage
Chance Encounters
The next stranger you meet might just change your life.
Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m.
@Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, 80204
Saturday, October 24 at 7 p.m.
@Nomad Playhouse, 1410 Quince Ave., Boulder, CO 80304
Tickets are $28
<a href="https://www.storiesonstage.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.storiesonstage.org</a>&nbsp;or 303-494-0523

Local Event: Stories on Stage presents “Chance Encounters”

Stories on Stage presents “Chance Encounters”

Stories on Stage
Chance Encounters
October 18 @ 2 p.m. /Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Denver
October 24 @ 7...

<h4>Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents</h4>
<h4>Blue Eyes, Bing and Bublé: Crooners</h4>
<h4>featuring Matt Brooker&nbsp;</h4>
<h4>Drew Zaremba, Artistic Director</h4>
Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. / Lakewood Cultural Center
The CJRO small band and vocalist&nbsp;Matt Brooker&nbsp;celebrate the greatest crooners of all time with favorites including “Fly Me to the Moon,” “Georgia,” and more on Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80226.&nbsp; Tickets are $33 (fees are included)&nbsp;and available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/events-1/blue-eyes-bing-and-buble-featuring-matt-brooker" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.coloradojazz.org</a>&nbsp;or by calling&nbsp;303-987-7845.
Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and Michael Bublé&nbsp;stand as three defining voices of popular song, each shaping the sound of their generation while carrying forward timeless vocal artistry. Sinatra’s unmatched blend of swing, emotional depth, and stylistic sophistication helped set the gold standard for American popular music, while Crosby’s warm, relaxed crooning and pioneering influence in radio, film, and recording technology made him one of the most successful entertainers of the 20th century. Today, Bublé continues that lineage with his modern revival of traditional pop and the Great American Songbook, bringing classic style to contemporary audiences with global chart‑topping success.
Matt Brooker&nbsp;is a versatile American vocalist whose work moves fluidly across jazz, pop, rock, country, and musical theatre. A Premier Band vocalist with the&nbsp;United States Air Force Academy Band, he performs nationwide in settings ranging from formal concerts and ceremonies to large‑scale public events, including appearances with the Academy’s popular music group&nbsp;Blue Delta. Raised in Cocoa Beach, Florida, Brooker’s musical foundation spans cello, steel pan, French horn, and voice, later refined through music education studies at the University of Florida and early vocal work in musical theatre and a cappella. His career developed further in Atlanta’s jazz and cabaret scene, where he became a sought‑after performer and producer before relocating to Colorado. Today, Brooker is known for his dynamic stage presence, and genre‑spanning repertoire that resonate with audiences.
The CJRO small band: Drew Zaremba (Sax), Eric Gunnison (Piano), Gonzalo Teppa (Bass), and Alejandro Castaño (Drums).
The CJRO is one of the region's premier jazz ensembles, featuring top-tier musicians dedicated to honoring and expanding the jazz tradition. Known for their innovative programming and electrifying performances, the CJRO continues to push boundaries while preserving the rich legacy of jazz. Read more at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ColoradoJazz.org</a>
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra presents
Blue Eyes, Bing and Bublé: Crooners
featuring Matt Brooker&nbsp;
Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Pkwy., Lakewood 80226
Tickets $33 (including fees)
<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/events-1/blue-eyes-bing-and-buble-featuring-matt-brooker" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.coloradojazz.org&nbsp;</a>or call 303-987-7845
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Local Event: Blue Eyes, Bing and Bublé: Crooners with the CJRO and Matt Brooker

Blue Eyes, Bing and Bublé: Crooners with the...

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents
Blue Eyes, Bing and Bublé: Crooners
featuring Matt Brooker 
Drew Zaremba, Artistic...

Blue Eyes, Bing and Bublé: Crooners with the CJRO and Matt Brooker

<h4>&nbsp;&nbsp;Quarteto Nuevo brings global groove to </h4>
<h4>Lakewood Cultural Center</h4>
With a mix of ancient-world sounds, jazz and global rhythms,&nbsp;<a href="https://quartetonuevo.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Quarteto Nuevo</a>&nbsp;crafts an accessible, richly layered groove that captivates listeners. Experience the ensemble on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lakewoodco.gov/Local-Government/Departments/Community-Resources/Arts-and-Culture/Lakewood-Cultural-Center/Lakewood-Cultural-Center-Presents-Season" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lakewood Cultural Center</a>&nbsp;Presents series.
“Deftly weaving between jazzy improvisation and syncopations that surprise and delight, these four musicians are truly a symphony unto themselves,” applauded John Arvish, program host, Montana Public Radio.
Merging Western classical, Eastern European folk, Latin and jazz, this group delivers an organic feel and powerful intensity on stage. Its razor-sharp precision is heightened by jazzy interludes, lightly rumbling percussion motifs and mesmerizing rhythms that blend music from ancient worlds and far-off places with a contemporary groove that inspires audiences of all ages.
Lakewood Cultural Center is located at Wadsworth and West Alameda, just 15 minutes from downtown Denver, with both surface and garage parking. Pair a performance with dinner at your favorite Belmar, Downtown Lakewood restaurant for an effortless and memorable night out.
For tickets, visit the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office at 480 S. Allison Parkway, call 303‑987‑7845 or visit<a href="https://lakewood.showare.com/ListingPage.asp?lpid=105" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">&nbsp;LakewoodCO.gov/LCCPresents</a>. We look forward to welcoming you to the theater.
The Lakewood Cultural Center Presents 2026–27&nbsp;season is generously supported by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), Colorado Creative Industries (CCI), and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
The Lakewood Cultural Center Presents
Quarteto Nuevo
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $36 - $71
Lakewood Cultural Center, 480 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood, Co
<a href="https://lakewood.showare.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://lakewood.showare.com</a>&nbsp;or call 303‑987‑7845

Local Event: The Lakewood Cultural Center Presents Quarteto Nuevo

The Lakewood Cultural Center Presents Quarteto...

  Quarteto Nuevo brings global groove to 
Lakewood Cultural Center
With a mix of ancient-world sounds, jazz and global...

The Lakewood Cultural Center Presents Quarteto Nuevo

Dazzle Denver

<h4>Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents </h4>
<h4>Jazz de Paris</h4>
<h4>Featuring Enion Pelta-Tiller on Vocal &amp; Violin</h4>
Drew Zaremba, Artistic Director
Sunday, October 25 at 6:00 p.m. / Dazzle Denver 
The CJRO returns to the distinctive sound of jazz manouche with a fresh take on a program first explored last spring. Inspired by guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stéphane Grappelli, Jazz de Paris brings hot strings and swing to Dazzle for an intimate evening of driving rhythms, inventive improvisation, and plenty of musical interplay. Dazzle Denver is located at 1080 14th St, Denver, CO 80202. Tickets are $21 - $33, purchase at <a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/events-1/jazz-de-paris-featuring-enion-pelta-tiller-on-vocal-violin" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Colorado Jazz Concerts</a>&nbsp;or by calling the Dazzle box office at 303-839-5100.
Violinist and vocalist Enion Pelta-Tiller joins the CJRO small band for a concert rooted in the music Reinhardt and Grappelli who helped define in 1930s Paris. Their legendary Quintette du Hot Club de France blended American jazz with European and Romani musical influences, creating a distinctive acoustic style built around guitar, violin, bass, and propulsive rhythm. The CJRO puts its own stamp on the music, moving between jazz manouche favorites, swinging standards, and selections that venture beyond the traditional Hot Club repertoire.
The CJRO small band features Jared Cathey (saxophone), Ben Hall (piano), Mike Abbott (guitar), and Gonzalo Teppa (bass), along with special guest Enion Pelta-Tiller (violin and vocal).
Pelta-Tiller, co-founder of the internationally known band Taarka, is equally at home as a violinist, vocalist, and improviser. Her wide-ranging musical background makes her a natural fit for an evening where Django-inspired swing sets the stage for something fresh.
The CJRO is one of the region's premier jazz ensembles, featuring top-tier musicians dedicated to honoring and expanding the jazz tradition. Known for their innovative programming and electrifying performances, the CJRO continues to push boundaries while preserving the rich legacy of jazz. Read more at ColoradoJazz.org 
Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra presents 
Jazz de Paris
Featuring Enion Pelta-Tiller on Vocal &amp; Violin&nbsp;
Sunday, October 25 at 6:00 p.m. 
Dazzle Denver, 1080 14th St., Denver, Co 80202
Tickets $21-$33 (including fees)
<a href="https://www.coloradojazz.org/events-1/jazz-de-paris-featuring-enion-pelta-tiller-on-vocal-violin" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.coloradojazz.org</a>&nbsp;or call 303-839-5100

Local Event: Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents Jazz de Paris

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents Jazz...

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents 
Jazz de Paris
Featuring Enion Pelta-Tiller on Vocal & Violin
Drew Zaremba, Artistic...

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Presents Jazz de Paris

Cleo Parker Theater

BALLET ARIEL ANNOUNCES ITS&nbsp;
2026/2027 FALL &amp; HOLIDAY SEASON
&nbsp; Celebrating 28 years, Colorado’s own Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and holiday productions for its 2026-2027 season. Each brings charm, beauty, emotion and community to the stage with original productions of Little Women for Fall and The Nutcracker for the holidays. The Spring production will be announced at a later date. Available images are attached.
FALL SHOW:&nbsp;Little Women Description:&nbsp;Based on the 1869 semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age book by Louisa May Alcott,&nbsp;Little Women&nbsp;follows the four March sisters, Amy, Beth, Jo and Meg and their neighbor Theodore “Laurie” Laurence, from childhood to adulthood. Just as&nbsp;Little Women&nbsp;is divided into two books, Ballet Ariel’s production is divided into two acts with select vignettes from the stories. The first is inspired by the four sisters growing up, facing childhood challenges and choices as their mother, Marmee, runs the household and raises the girls while their father serves as a Civil War chaplain. The second act is about their romances and choices in marriage. Laurie falls in love with Jo, while his tutor, John Brooke, falls in love with Meg. Jo refuses Laurie’s proposal and he later marries Amy and builds a happy life with her. Throughout, the sisters navigate the joys and trials of life to find their place in the world.
In this original production created by Artistic and Executive Director Ilena Norton, both costumes and choreography illustrate the character of each sister with solos and group dances based on select chapters from the book. Chemistry and connection between the characters is felt throughout. Creative scenic design supports the storytelling.
The music that accompanies&nbsp;Little Women&nbsp;includes a score that is a blend of traditional holiday music such as “Away in a Manger” and “I Saw Three Ships” with classical pieces including several by Grieg from his “Lyric Pieces,” plus music by French and American composers.
Location:&nbsp;The newly-opened Cleo Parker Robinson Theatre, Center for the Healing Arts, 2025 N. Washington St., Denver, Colorado 80205. Dates:&nbsp;Sunday, November 8, 2pm. Tickets:&nbsp;$36.50 adult, $31.50 student/senior, $26.50 child (includes $1.50 ticket fee).
HOLIDAY SHOW:&nbsp;The Nutcracker&nbsp;(Performed at two locations) Description:&nbsp;For its 28th season as a professional dance company, Ballet Ariel brings a fresh and imaginative vision to the beloved holiday classic,&nbsp;The Nutcracker. Audiences will enjoy cherished favorites such as the “Waltz of the Snowflakes” and the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” alongside original and creative choreography, beautiful costumes and sets, and imaginative storytelling—all set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
Location:&nbsp;Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood, 80226. Dates: Friday, December 11, 6:30pm; Saturday, December 12, 2pm and 6:30pm; Sunday, December 13, 2pm.
--AND-- Location:&nbsp;Parsons Theatre at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 1 E. Memorial Pkwy. Northglenn, 80233. Dates:&nbsp;Saturday, January 2, 2pm; Sunday, January 3, 2pm. SPRING SHOW:&nbsp;To be announced.
For information on tickets, please visit the website at <a href="https://www.balletariel.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">balletariel.org</a> or call 303-945-4388.
ABOUT BALLET ARIEL Ballet Ariel was founded in 1998 by Artistic and Executive Director Ilena Norton. The organization, which celebrated its 25th year in 2023, has evolved into a laboratory for developing original classical ballets, a collaborative environment where the beauty of classical ballet comes together with narrative storytelling and a contemporary vision. This professional company is known for its graceful and elegant, yet dynamic, choreography and staging.
Located in Denver at the Denver Dance Center, 2496 W. 2nd Ave., #3 in Denver, the company employs ten professional dancers under Ballet Master Patricia Renzetti. Ballet Ariel’s repertoire features original ballets such as The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (which also toured Fall of 2025); Rikki-Tikki-Tavi; and Little Women along with classical works including Konservatoriet, La Fille Mal Gardee, and “Aurora’s Wedding” from Sleeping Beauty.
Ballet Ariel receives funding from Denver, Jefferson, Adams, and Douglas Counties through the Scientific &amp; Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), Colorado Creative Industries, and Denver Ballet Guild. Ballet Ariel is also the main sponsor of the DenverArtScene3.org website.
For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.balletariel.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">balletariel.org</a>&nbsp;or call (303) 945-4388.

Local Event: Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday 2026-2027 Season

Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday...

BALLET ARIEL ANNOUNCES ITS 
2026/2027 FALL & HOLIDAY SEASON
  Celebrating 28 years, Colorado’s own Ballet Ariel announces the...

Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday 2026-2027 Season

BALLET ARIEL ANNOUNCES ITS 
2026/2027 FALL &amp; HOLIDAY SEASON
Celebrating 28 years, Colorado’s own Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and holiday productions for its 2026-2027 season. Each brings charm, beauty, emotion and community to the stage with original productions of Little Women for Fall and The Nutcracker for the holidays.
FALL SHOW:&nbsp;Little Women Description:&nbsp;Based on the 1869 semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age book by Louisa May Alcott,&nbsp;Little Women&nbsp;follows the four March sisters, Amy, Beth, Jo and Meg and their neighbor Theodore “Laurie” Laurence, from childhood to adulthood. Just as&nbsp;Little Women&nbsp;is divided into two books, Ballet Ariel’s production is divided into two acts with select vignettes from the stories. The first is inspired by the four sisters growing up, facing childhood challenges and choices as their mother, Marmee, runs the household and raises the girls while their father serves as a Civil War chaplain. The second act is about their romances and choices in marriage. Laurie falls in love with Jo, while his tutor, John Brooke, falls in love with Meg. Jo refuses Laurie’s proposal and he later marries Amy and builds a happy life with her. Throughout, the sisters navigate the joys and trials of life to find their place in the world.
In this original production created by Artistic and Executive Director Ilena Norton, both costumes and choreography illustrate the character of each sister with solos and group dances based on select chapters from the book. Chemistry and connection between the characters is felt throughout. Creative scenic design supports the storytelling.
The music that accompanies&nbsp;Little Women&nbsp;includes a score that is a blend of traditional holiday music such as “Away in a Manger” and “I Saw Three Ships” with classical pieces including several by Grieg from his “Lyric Pieces,” plus music by French and American composers.
Location:&nbsp;The newly-opened Cleo Parker Robinson Theatre, Center for the Healing Arts, 2025 N. Washington St., Denver, Colorado 80205. Dates:&nbsp;Sunday, November 8, 2pm. Tickets:&nbsp;$36.50 adult, $31.50 student/senior, $26.50 child (includes $1.50 ticket fee).
HOLIDAY SHOW:&nbsp;The Nutcracker&nbsp;(Performed at two locations) Description:&nbsp;For its 28th season as a professional dance company, Ballet Ariel brings a fresh and imaginative vision to the beloved holiday classic,&nbsp;The Nutcracker. Audiences will enjoy cherished favorites such as the “Waltz of the Snowflakes” and the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” alongside original and creative choreography, beautiful costumes and sets, and imaginative storytelling—all set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
This special production of&nbsp;The Nutcracker&nbsp;invites audiences of all ages to&nbsp;immerse in the wonder and magic of the season as Clara embarks on enchanting adventures with her Nutcracker Prince. Enjoy refreshing and charming scenes including a sparkling holiday tea party, a western-themed battle and visit from Father Christmas at the Sugar Plum Fairy Castle.
Location:&nbsp;Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood, 80226. Dates:&nbsp;Friday, December 11, 6:30pm; Saturday, December 12, 2pm and 6:30pm; Sunday, December 13, 2pm. Tickets:&nbsp;$44-$68 (includes $6 ticket fee) --AND-- Location:&nbsp;Parsons Theatre at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 1 E. Memorial Pkwy. Northglenn, 80233. Dates:&nbsp;Saturday, January 2, 2pm; Sunday, January 3, 2pm. Tickets:&nbsp;$36.50-$56.50 (includes $1.50 ticket fee).
SPRING SHOW:&nbsp;To be announced.For information on purchasing tickets, please visit the Ballet Ariel website at <a href="https://www.balletariel.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">balletariel.org</a>or call 303-945-4388.


ABOUT BALLET ARIEL Ballet Ariel was founded in 1998 by Artistic and Executive Director Ilena Norton. The organization, which celebrated its 25th year in 2023, has evolved into a laboratory for developing original classical ballets, a collaborative environment where the beauty of classical ballet comes together with narrative storytelling and a contemporary vision. This professional company is known for its graceful and elegant, yet dynamic, choreography and staging.
Located in Denver at the Denver Dance Center, 2496 W. 2nd Ave., #3 in Denver, the company employs ten professional dancers under Ballet Master Patricia Renzetti. Ballet Ariel’s repertoire features original ballets such as The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (which also toured Fall of 2025); Rikki-Tikki-Tavi; and Little Women along with classical works including Konservatoriet, La Fille Mal Gardee, and “Aurora’s Wedding” from Sleeping Beauty.
Ballet Ariel receives funding from Denver, Jefferson, Adams, and Douglas Counties through the Scientific &amp; Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), Colorado Creative Industries, and Denver Ballet Guild. Ballet Ariel is also the main sponsor of the DenverArtScene3.org website.
For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.balletariel.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.balletariel.org</a>&nbsp;or call (303) 945-4388.

Local Event: Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday 2026-2027 Season - The Nutcracker

BALLET ARIEL ANNOUNCES ITS 
2026/2027 FALL & HOLIDAY SEASON
Celebrating 28 years, Colorado’s own Ballet Ariel announces the...

Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday 2026-2027 Season - The Nutcracker

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Fillmore Auditorium

Join Gary Brecka&nbsp;co-founder of Ultimate Longevity Center and one of the leading voices in human optimization, for a live conversation exploring the science shaping the future of longevity and what it means to take a more personalized, proactive approach to your health.Discover how understanding your unique biology can help change the way you think about how you live, age and perform.
Whether you're passionate about optimizing your own health, curious about the future of wellness or interested in where the longevity movement is headed, this is a conversation you’ll want to experience live.Free Admission | Registration Required

Local Event: The Future of Longevity with Gary Brecka - LIVE

The Future of Longevity with Gary Brecka - LIVE

Join Gary Brecka co-founder of Ultimate Longevity Center and one of the leading voices in human optimization, for a live...

Dillard's

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.
Receive a complimentary bra fitting. For every guest who gets fit and purchases a regular-price Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at the event, Wacoal will donate $5 to Susan G. Komen®, supporting breast cancer research, patient services, and critical education programs.
Whether you’re overdue for a fitting, refreshing your top drawer, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is an easy way to do something good for yourself and your community.
Bring your daughters, friends, sisters, and neighbors. Make it a girls’ day with purpose!
The event runs all day; check your location for availability. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome, and the event is open to all.

Local Event: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer...

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the...

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Valkarie Gallery LLC

The imaginative paintings of Jamie Zerr-Lockwood and Jane FalkenbergFalkenberg’s work evokes mysticism, nocturnal activity and tales of danger in the natural world. Magnificent animals with remarkable features, as well as creatures drawn from legend, are reimagined into compelling narratives. These works are painted with lilting precision and harmonious, richly colored compositions.
Lockwood’s captivating artwork has animals of land, sea and air embark on fanciful adventures. Umbrellaed gold fish, birds of all kinds, feathers leaves and fungi combined in surreal ways with forest friends and found objects combined with forms by her own hands make for fun discovery.
Reoccurring and uncommon characters are presented in ways only Lockwood could envision, painted in decisive dimensional renderings, often in wonderfully peculiar settings.
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Local Event: Menagerie Exotique

Menagerie Exotique

The imaginative paintings of Jamie Zerr-Lockwood and Jane FalkenbergFalkenberg’s work evokes mysticism, nocturnal activity and...

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Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday 2026-2027 Season

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2:00 PM

Cleo Parker Theater, 2025 N Washington St, Denver, CO

Ballet Ariel announces the Fall and Holiday 2026-2027 Season - The Nutcracker

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6:30 PM

Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S Allison Pkwy, Lakewood, CO

The Future of Longevity with Gary Brecka - LIVE

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Menagerie Exotique