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Calendars on line Concert Calendar KGNU Presents Arts Calendar Events Calendar Arts Calendar   This is a calendar of arts events other than concerts and art sales. For concerts, see the Concert Calendar For non-art events and for art sales, see the Events Calendar This calendar is a service of KGNU. More info Submit on line KGNU is not responsible for the accuracy of the information presented here. For additional information on any posting, please use the contact information listed in the posting rather than contacting KGNU.   Event Location Extra info Wednesday, March 10 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 05:30 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Art of Soapmaking Rebecca's Apothecary 1227 Spruce St. at 06:30 PM Learn the age-old process for creating beautiful, sensual, practical, lovely bars of your own soap. We will make superfatted moisturizing bars and cover all of the basics including how to get started, safety, where to source materials like herbs and essential oils, and artistic applications. It's easy, fun, and smells great ! Class includes a great handout, recipes, and 3 bars of some of the best soap on earth! Contact 303-443-8878  SIZZLE: A Global Warming Comedy Muenzinger Auditorium; CU-Boulder at 07:00 PM The Conference on World Affairs Athenaeum and the International Film Series present a free screening of "SIZZLE: A Global Warming Comedy" with director Dr. Randy Olson. A former marine biologist, Olson blends three genres, documentary, mockumentary and reality, in this refreshing & humorous, but still informative exploration of climate change & Hurricane Katrina.  Thursday, March 11 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer.We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Artist Talk with Beverly McIver Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art at 06:30 PM Internationally recognized and current BMoCA exhibiting artist Beverly McIver will do a presentation about her fascinating artwork as well as delving into her personal history, family heritage and varied influences. Please join us for this exciting night! Free and cash bar.  Danceworks 2010 - Vision University Theatre, Mainstage Theater at 07:30 PM Vision promises to be an exciting and engaging evening of dance. From high stylin hip-hop to full-out physicality, there will definitely be something for everyone. Please join us as we celebrate the work of our esteemed faculty and welcome these artfully gifted guests.  Dance Home's Barefoot Boogie Solstice Center at 08:30 PM Solstice Institute presents Dance Home's Barefoot Boogie, community free-form dancing to celebrate life. All ages and abilities welcome. DJ's play diverse music propelled by rhythm, every Thursday from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. at the Solstice Center, 302 Pearl St, 3rd Street entrance. For more information, contact Renee at 303-443-2074.  Broomfield Song of the Earth Broomfield Auditorium at 07:00 PM Broomfield Civic Orchestra presents Song of the Earth. Music, poetry, visual images with narrator Frank Oden. Sponsored by Broomfield's Science, Sights and Sounds, this event is and open to the public.  Denver PHAMALY Audition Notice - Disneys Beauty and the Beast Mizel Center for Arts & Culture at 04:00 PM PHAMALY will hold auditions Thursday, March 11 from 6-9pm - at 350 S. Dahlia St. Call backs March 13, 1-6pm. Rehearsals begin in May. Needed are physically, emotionally and/or cognitively challenged men, women and children of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Auditioners must have a physical, developmental, or emotional disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Jay Mohr Stand Up Comedy Comedy Works at 08:00 PM The Hollywood Reporter just named Sammy one of the top 10 rising comedy talents from around the world, and Askmen.com dubbed him Comedys New Rock Star. Before he was opening for Dave Chappelle and working with the likes of George Lopez and Damon Wayans, the secret to his multi-national success was discovered at the Just For Laughs International Comedy Festival, where he was the first ever comedian to perform in both English, French and Hindi shows.  Friday, March 12 Aurora A Song For Coretta by Pearl Cleage Shadow Theatre at 07:30 PM On February 6, 2006, people began lining up at dawn outside of Ebenezer Baptist Church to pay their respects to the late Mrs. Coretta Scott-King, whose body lay in state in the small sanctuary. When a cold rain began to fall at sunset, those who had thought to bring umbrellas shared them with those whose resolve was the only thing not dampened by the drizzle; the five characters in this play are at the end of that long line of mourners.  Boulder Danceworks 2010 - Vision University Theatre, Mainstage Theater at 07:30 PM Vision promises to be an exciting and engaging evening of dance. From high stylin hip-hop to full-out physicality, there will definitely be something for everyone. Please join us as we celebrate the work of our esteemed faculty and welcome these artfully gifted guests.  Denver Jay Mohr Stand Up Comedy Comedy Works South at 04:00 AM 7:30pm and 9:30pm, March 13 7 and 9:30pm, Sunday, March 14 7pm. On television, Mohr created, executive produced, and hosted Last Comic Standing. Other credits include Action and his role as Professor Rick Payne on the CBS series Ghost Whisperer. Jay also stars in the CBS new hit series Gary Unmarried, which has been honored with the Favorite New TV Comedy award at the 35th People's Choice Awards.   Creation of the World and other Orders of Business Denver Victorian Playhouse at 07:30 PM Denver Victorian Playhouse presents Creation of the World and other Orders of Business - Who, in the name of creation, is responsible for the mess we are in? Mar. 5 Apr 24 - Fri/Sat at 7:30 p.m.; **Note Sunday March 7 and March 14 at 2 p.m. Sun at **6 p.m. (March 21 April 18). Denver Victorian Playhouse, 4201 Hooker St . 303-433-4343  Highly Evolved Human Avenue Theater at 07:30 PM Nick Ross, (ActLikeNick.com) a Denver native - New York transplant, has been a company member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for six years. He has played countless shows and appeared in videos for The Onion New Network, College Humor, Funny or Die, and UCB Comedy. Three years ago, he was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, and has since, gone into remission. Highly Evolved Human is a hard hitting comedy attempting to resolve the mental fallout of his cancer experience.  MICROWORLD(s) Part #2: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY Buntport Theater at 08:00 PM The story of Milo (played by Thaddeus Phillips) and his rubber duckie, Fumio, who brave the Pacific Ocean in an epic journey to Brazil with the dream of starting a touring shadow puppet theater on the back of a bicycle. Lucidity Suitcase uses their signature ingenuity and shadows, green energy and visual poetry to create a samba-infused spectacle about reinvention and the possibilities of the future.  Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All For You Vintage Theatre at 10:30 PM Vintage Theatre in conjunction with its evening performances adds late night theatre to its season. Sister Mary's lecture is interrupted by four ex-students who have little positive to say about how a Catholic education has impacted their lives. Sister Mary is forced to teach a lesson they will never forget! March 12 - April 3. Fridays and Saturdays at 10:30 p.m. and Sundays at 7:30 p.m. 2119 E 17th Ave. 303-839-1361  Evergreen The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Center/Stage 27608 Fireweed Drive, at 07:30 PM Evergreen Players present The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) - A new side of Shakespeare for both the lifelong fan and those who may have previously suffered from "Shakes-fear." Mar 12 April 3 - Fri Sat at 7:30 p.m.; Sun at 2 p.m. 303-674-4934. Appropriate for 13 and up.  Parker A Raisin in the Sun Mainstreet Center at 07:00 PM Inspire Creative presents "A Raisin in the Sun" - Lorraine Hansberry's award-winning play about a poor black family's struggle to gain middle-class acceptance in 1950s Chicago. March 12 20 - Fri./Sat. at 7 p.m. 303-790-0875 - Parker Main ST Center, 19650 Main St.  Saturday, March 13 Aurora A Song For Coretta by Pearl Cleage Shadow Theatre at 03:00 PM On February 6, 2006, people began lining up at dawn outside of Ebenezer Baptist Church to pay their respects to the late Mrs. Coretta Scott-King, whose body lay in state in the small sanctuary. When a cold rain began to fall at sunset, those who had thought to bring umbrellas shared them with those whose resolve was the only thing not dampened by the drizzle; the five characters in this play are at the end of that long line of mourners.AND 7:30pm performance  Boulder World Music for Haiti: A Tapestry of Diverse World Folk Music Nalanda Events Center, Naropa University at 07:00 PM Naropa University, the Colorado Musicians Consortium, and the Boulder Weekly have joined the world community in providing aid and assistance to Haiti in the wake of the devastating 7.0 earthquake that wracked the country and left many dead. World Music for Haiti: A Rich Tapestry of Diverse World Folk Music, a benefit concert to raise money for relief efforts, will showcase some of Boulders finest musicians performing world folk music. All proceeds will be donated to Haiti relief efforts.  Like an Echo: (explosions) Nalanda Studio Theatre, Room 9190, Naropa University at 07:30 PM Spilling poetry on white silk sheets. Bleeding, vomit, and secretions of the heart and mind (exposed). Hosted by the MFA Theater: Contemporary Performance Thesis Show Series. This event is free and open to the public.  Danceworks 2010 - Vision University Theatre, Mainstage Theater at 07:30 PM Vision promises to be an exciting and engaging evening of dance. From high stylin hip-hop to full-out physicality, there will definitely be something for everyone. Please join us as we celebrate the work of our esteemed faculty and welcome these artfully gifted guests.  The Butch Factor 88 min and Kasari ( A Mate) Nomad Theater at 07:30 PM Is there a gay man who hasn't thought about the meaning of masculinity? This is The Butch Factor, a great documentary. It is preceded by a hilarious Finnish short comedy, Kasari, and followed by the Bent Lens Salon  Denver Target Family Free Day Museo de las Americas at noon Free admission, art projects and tours at the Museo focused on the theme of the Spring Equinox.  Stories on Stage presents The Stories of Your Life Denver Performing Arts Complex at 05:00 PM Stories on Stage presents The Stories of Your Life as part of their Out of the Box series, featuring Rachel Fowler, Melissa Ortiz, Kurt Rhoads and Jake Walker reading astounding stories drawn from the obituaries of the famous and not-so-famous. 5p.m. and 8p.m. in the Jones Theatre at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. 303-494-0523  Highly Evolved Human Avenue Theater at 07:30 PM Nick Ross, (ActLikeNick.com) a Denver native - New York transplant, has been a company member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for six years. He has played countless shows and appeared in videos for The Onion New Network, College Humor, Funny or Die, and UCB Comedy.  MICROWORLD(s) Part #2: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY Buntport Theater at 08:00 PM The story of Milo (played by Thaddeus Phillips) and his rubber duckie, Fumio, who brave the Pacific Ocean in an epic journey to Brazil with the dream of starting a touring shadow puppet theater on the back of a bicycle. Lucidity Suitcase uses their signature ingenuity and shadows, green energy and visual poetry to create a samba-infused spectacle about reinvention and the possibilities of the future.  Lafayette McTeggart Irish Dancers Performance WOW! Children's Museum at 11:00 AM Celebrate St. Patricks Day a few days early, with a special dance performance by the McTeggart Irish Dancers on Saturday, March 13th at 11:00am. St. Patricks Day crafts will also be available. All included with your Museum admission! For more information please call (303) 604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com. WOW! is located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue in downtown Lafayette.  Saturday, March 13 Aurora A Song For Coretta by Pearl Cleage Shadow Theatre at 06:30 PM On February 6, 2006, people began lining up at dawn outside of Ebenezer Baptist Church to pay their respects to the late Mrs. Coretta Scott-King, whose body lay in state in the small sanctuary. When a cold rain began to fall at sunset, those who had thought to bring umbrellas shared them with those whose resolve was the only thing not dampened by the drizzle; the five characters in this play are at the end of that long line of mourners.  Boulder Danceworks 2010 - Vision University Theatre, Mainstage Theater at 02:00 PM Vision promises to be an exciting and engaging evening of dance. From high stylin hip-hop to full-out physicality, there will definitely be something for everyone. Please join us as we celebrate the work of our esteemed faculty and welcome these artfully gifted guests.  Origami Festival Boulder Public Library at 02:00 PM Celebrate the exhibition of Origami USA's 2009 children's Origmi competition winners, as well as the work of other local folders. At 2 p.m., Jennifer Armstrong, a musician and storyteller from Maine, tells Japanese and Celtic tales in the Canyon Theater. From 3 - 4 p.m., see a demonstration of "wet" origami and/or make a few models yourself with instruction and paper provided by the Boulder Folders at three skill levels. Then at 4 p.m. see the new film "Between the Folds"  MFA Theater: Contemporary Performance Thesis Show Series Created Nalanda Studio Theatre, Room 9190, Naropa University at 07:30 PM A young boy's investigation and interpretation of the depths of modern masculinity. Box office info: 303-245-4798; Boxoffice@naropa.edu.  Denver Highly Evolved Human Avenue Theater at 02:00 PM Nick Ross, (ActLikeNick.com) a Denver native - New York transplant, has been a company member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for six years. He has played countless shows and appeared in videos for The Onion New Network, College Humor, Funny or Die, and UCB Comedy.Three years ago, he was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, and has since, gone into remission. Highly Evolved Human is a hard hitting comedy attempting to resolve the mental fallout of his cancer experience.  MICROWORLD(s) Part #2: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY Buntport Theater at 03:00 PM The story of Milo (played by Thaddeus Phillips) and his rubber duckie, Fumio, who brave the Pacific Ocean in an epic journey to Brazil with the dream of starting a touring shadow puppet theater on the back of a bicycle. Lucidity Suitcase uses their signature ingenuity and shadows, green energy and visual poetry to create a samba-infused spectacle about reinvention and the possibilities of the future.  An Adventurous Prospect Denver Victorian Playhouse at 06:00 PM The Fools Gold Theatre Company hosts its Spring Fundraiser on March 14, 6-10pm at the Denver Victorian Playhouse, 4201 Hooker St. 303-981-0082 The evening includes local Irish music by Cellar Door, Irish Step dancers, a silent auction filled with paintings, Jewelry, photography and more. Delicious food will be available and The Fools Gold will perform excerpts from the show they are taking on tour.  Louisville Jenn Cleary playing at the CCTV54 Benefit Show The American Legion Post at 03:00 PM CCTV54 Benefit Show @ The American Legion-Dinner and Music. Boulder Singer-Songwriter Jenn Cleary playing at the American Legion Post in Lousisville for the CCTV54 Tuesday Blues Benefit at 5-6:15pm on Sunday, March 14th. Doors will be open at 3:00 and the music starts at 3:30pm. Admission includes dinner and the show and the bar will be open for business.   Wednesday, March 17 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 05:30 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Thursday, March 18 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Under Exposed: Experimental Film Night - Trinidad + Tabago Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art at 07:00 PM Curated by Emilie Upczak, an independent filmmaker and the Creative Director of the trinidad+tobago film festival; this one night only film screening includes pieces from historic female film directors as well as contemporary local filmmakers, from the cottages of the West Indies to the rodeos of western Colorado.suggested donation with a cash bar provided.  A Book of Images Nomad Theatre at 08:00 PM Unseen Hand Theatre Company presents "A Book of Images:" two short plays inspired by the poetry of Rainier Maria Rilke. An exploration of the things with which we choose to wrestle and the things which choose to wrestle with us. Written and performed by Andrea Moon. Directed by Liza Williams. Music by TM Anderson. Tickets are available at the door or at brownpapertickets.com.  Naropa University BFA Senior Thesis Show Naropa University, Performing Arts Center at 08:00 PM Hosted by BFA Performance, created by BFA Senior Students. Suggested Donation; Free for Seniors and Students. Box office info: 303.245.4798; Boxoffice@naropa.edu.  Dance Home's Barefoot Boogie Solstice Center at 08:30 PM Solstice Institute presents Dance Home's Barefoot Boogie, community free-form dancing to celebrate life. All ages and abilities welcome. DJ's play diverse music propelled by rhythm, every Thursday from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. at the Solstice Center, 302 Pearl St, 3rd Street entrance. For more information, contact Renee at 303-443-2074.  Denver Spring 2010 Conversation Series w/Eric & Heather ChanSchantz MCA Denver at 05:30 PM Looking for the Face I Had Before the World Was Made artist Lorraine OGrady discusses her current and past projects, hercreative process and the challenges she face as an artist. 5:30-8 pm Members tickets now on sale.   Highly Evolved Human Avenue Theater at 07:30 PM Nick Ross, (ActLikeNick.com) a Denver native - New York transplant, has been a company member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for six years. He has played countless shows and appeared in videos for The Onion New Network, College Humor, Funny or Die, and UCB Comedy.  Greenwood Village Henry Cho Stand Up Comedy Comedy Works South at 08:00 PM Clean, clean, clean ... this show is rated clean. Do you like clean comedy? This is the show for you! Henry Cho is very clean!Henry has his own one hour comedy special entitled: What's That Clickin' Noise? on Comedy Central. He was on the big screen starring opposite Hilary Duff in Material Girls and headlined at the HBO Comedy Festival in Aspen. Henry's other comedy credits include several appearances on The Tonight Show, The Late & Late Show with Craig Ferguson  Friday, March 19 Boulder Naropa University BFA Senior Thesis Show Naropa University, Performing Arts Center at 08:00 PM Hosted by BFA Performance, created by BFA Senior Students. Suggested Donation. Box office info: 303.245.4798; Boxoffice@naropa.edu.  Denver "Altered Perceptions" Art Show Opening Sync Gallery at 06:00 PM Altered Perceptions: New works by Denver artists Kenny McBroom and Patricia J Finley. See McBroom's conceptual and humorous comparisons and Finley's elegantly wrought mixed media assemblages. Altered Perceptions opens March 19, 6 to 9pm and continues through April 13, 2010, at Sync Gallery, 878 #1 Santa Fe Dr.  Erica Sodos performs The Power of Magic Mercury Cafe at 07:30 PM One of the highlights of Ericas show is her mind reading routine where she brings the audiences dreams into reality. She also performs traditional magic routines in her own unique style such as her creative movement piece with the classic Chinese linking rings and a coin routine where she embodies Lakshmi, the Hindu Goddess of wealth and prosperity. March 19 - 7:30pm & 20 - 9pm -  Highly Evolved Human Avenue Theater at 07:30 PM Nick Ross, (ActLikeNick.com) a Denver native - New York transplant, has been a company member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for six years. He has played countless shows and appeared in videos for The Onion New Network, College Humor, Funny or Die, and UCB Comedy.  Dave Attell Stand Up Comedy Comedy Works at 08:00 PM Comedian Dave Attell is the host and writer of Comedy Central's Insomniac with Dave Attell. The hit series is a travelogue of after-hours experiences in cities across the country. Born in Queens and raised in Long Island, Attell is highly respected in the industry, the media, as well as with his audiences. A stand-up comic for the past 18 years, he has risen to the top of his craft, recently named one of the 25 Funniest People in America by Entertainment Weekly Magazine.   Golden Miners Alley Playhouse presents Grace & Glorie Miners Alley Playhouse at 07:30 PM Grace, a feisty 90 year old, has checked herself out of the hospital to return to her beloved homestead cottage in the Blue Ridge Mountains to finish her life alone. Glorie has recently been transplanted from New York. As she attempts to care for and comfort the cantankerous rustic, this sophisticated urbanite gains new perspectives on life's highs and lows. Mar 19 - Apr 25.Fri/Sat 7:30pm & Sun 6pm April. 25 2pm. 303-935-3044 1224 Washington Ave.  Saturday, March 20 Boulder Find your way back to: A Wrinkle in Time Boulder Public Library at 01:30 PM Find you way back to books with Liz Barron and Lucia, who played Charles Wallace, from the original Octopus League Theater Company.They discuss why they chose to adapt the Madeline LEngle book into a stage production and how the process worked while showing video clips from the production. They will talk about the characters they portrayed and encourage kids to try physical theater techniques to make their favorite characters come to life. A fun event for anyone of any age who loves this book.  Denver Highly Evolved Human Avenue Theater at 07:30 AM Nick Ross, (ActLikeNick.com) a Denver native - New York transplant, has been a company member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for six years. He has played countless shows and appeared in videos for The Onion New Network, College Humor, Funny or Die, and UCB Comedy.  The Gift of Jazz Composition and Arranging Courses Dazzle Restaurant at 10:00 AM Renowned jazz composer Chie Imaizumi will be teaching three Composition and Arranging classes Saturdays at Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge. The classes are geared towards adults and young adults who have a desire to learn how to express themselves through the art of writing and arranging music. Each class will be geared towards students of a different musical experience level from beginners to professionals. At the end of each class every students composition will be performed.   The Jungles Child Denver Victorian Playhouse at 01:00 PM Kinship is not forged by fangs and fur, but by the strength of your heart. Sat / Sun at 1 p.m. Mar. 20 - April. 11 - **No Show Easter Sunday April 4 - April 11 show at 1pm & 3pm. Denver Victorian Playhouse, 4201 Hooker St. - 303-433-4343  Walkin Jim Stoltz "Forever Wild" Multimedia Concert University Park United Methodist Church, 2180 S. University Blv at 07:30 PM Much more than a concert, the Walkin' Jim Stoltz "Forever Wild" experience is a mix of stunning photography, stories, and vocal/guitar music that make this one-of-a-kind concert an inspiring journey into our nation's last wilderness areas. Walkin' Jim has walked 28000 miles in America's wilderness areas. Tickets sliding scale.  Highlands Ranch Windjammers Jazz Orchestra - Ballroom dancing Southridge Recreation Center at 07:00 PM Big Band and Ballroom Dancing on Saturday, March 20. A dance lesson, instructed by Kimberly Corrighan, begins at 7:00 p.m. with Windjammers performing from 8:00 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. in the Wildcat Auditorium at the Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd. For more information call 303-471-7020.  Wednesday, March 24 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 05:30 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Longmont Country Memories lecture by Pete Wernick Longmont Museum at 07:00 PM Join bluegrass legend Pete Wernick to hear his memories of honky tonks and bluegrass festivals shown in the Longmont Museum's exhibit, "Honky Tonk: Portraits of Country Music, 1972-1981".  Thursday, March 25 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Dance Home's Barefoot Boogie Solstice Center at 08:30 PM Solstice Institute presents Dance Home's Barefoot Boogie, community free-form dancing to celebrate life. All ages and abilities welcome. DJ's play diverse music propelled by rhythm, every Thursday from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. at the Solstice Center, 302 Pearl Street, Boulder, 3rd Street entrance. For more information, contact Renee at 303-443-2074.  Denver Spring 2010 Conversation Series featuring Michael Borremans MCA Denver at 05:30 PM Looking for the Face I Had Before the World Was Made artist Michal Borremans discusses his current and past projects, his creative process and the challenges he faces as an artist.   7 Minutos Museo de las Americas at 06:30 PM A slide jam featuring five local artists curated by Jane Potts of SCFD. Each artist will have 7 minutes to present their work in an informal and informative setting.   Friday, March 26 Denver ice cube gallery presents new work by patricia aaron 3320 walnut st at 06:00 PM artist opening: 6-9 pmSHOW RUNS: march 26-april 17 2010. gallery hours friday 6-10 pm saturday 12-5 pm first friday, april 2, 2010 all art studios open 6-10 pm  Howard/Siegel Show Spark Gallery at 06:00 PM 900 Santa Fe Drive; Opening Reception: 6 to 9 PM. Keith Howard, "BLACK MARK," Charcoals on paper; Evan Siegel, "WATER IS NEAR," Drawings and Paintings; North Gallery features Shane Prine, "THE ABSENCE OF PRESENCE," Photography. Show runs March 25 thru April 18. Hours: Thurs. thru Saturday, noon to 5 PM; Fridays 6 to 9 PM; Sundays in April, 1 to 4 PM and any time by appointment.  Swinging Jazz Concer tMarch 26 &27 Seawell Ballroom, DCPA at 07:00 PM This swinging sextet will feature Ken Peplowski (reeds), Jon-Erik Kellso (cornet), Ehud Asherie (piano), Howard Alden (guitar), Frank Tate (string bass) and Don Grove (drums). Tickets and more info: 303-670-8471   Saturday, March 27 Boulder Artnat Rocknsoul Cafe at 07:30 PM Musical variety show, 20+ year tradition started from The Tantra. 7:30 pm  Denver Maria Vazquez in Flamenco Vivo Mercury Cafe at 08:00 PM Flamenco Maria Vazquez in: Flamenco Vivo - An evening of Flamenco dance and music, bringing the passion and soul of southern Spain to Denver. 2199 California St. For reservations call 303-294-9281  Monday, March 29 Boulder A Long Trek Home: 4000 miles by boot, raft and ski. Boulder REI store at 07:00 PM Slide Show & Book signing.In June 2007, Alaska author Erin McKittrick and her husband Hig embarked on a 4000-mile year-long expedition from Seattle to the Aleutian Islands, traveling solely by human power.Now you can read about their experience in Erin's new book: A Long Trek Home; 4000 Miles by Boot Raft and Ski. Hear readings from the book. See the photos, videos, and gear. Ask your burning questions about how and why people would do such a thing  Tuesday, March 30 Lafayette Blues Guitar Performance WOW! Children's Museum at 11:30 AM Enjoy two special musical performances by acclaimed local blues guitarist Johnny Johnston! The 11:30am performance will include childrens songs and the 1:00pm performance will include a train theme. This special musical performance is included with your Museum admission! For more information: Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com. WOW! is located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue in downtown Lafayette.  Thursday, April 01 Boulder Picturing Writing Boulder Public Library at 01:00 PM Join some of the BoulderReads! staff for a fun afternoon of painting and poetry. We will be doing crayon resist watercolor, and then writing poetry to go with our pictures. Crayon resist watercolor is a wonderfully forgiving medium, and participants will be given a format to follow for writing poetry, or may write their own. This is a wonderful opportunity for people who would like to become more comfortable with art or writing. This workshop is meant for adults, so no young children please.  The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   BETC presents "The Clean House" Dairy Center for the Arts at 07:30 PM BETC is proud to be the first to present this Pulitzer Prize finalist to Boulder audiences. A maid who hates cleaning dreams about creating the perfect joke. A doctor who treats cancer leaves his heart inside one of his patients. A woman who keeps her house in order realizes her life is a mess. This is a play of uncommon romance and uncommon comedy by "a playwright with a unique comic voice, perspective, and sense of theater" (Variety). Runs thru 4/17. 2-for-1 Thursdays!  Denver Bo Burnham Stand Up Comedy: Fake ID Tour Comedy Works at 08:00 PM Bo Burnham achieved Internet fame in 2006 after releasing a video featuring his performance of an original song, "My Whole Family", on YouTube, which has received over 2 million views as of November. Over the following year, Burnham released 13 videos on YouTube and MySpace, garnering a combined total of 22.4 million views. Burnham released his first EP on iTunes, entitled "Bo Fo Sho". Burnham has appeared as a guest on both Last Call with Carson Daly and Talkshow with Spike Feresten.  Evergreen Is there a memoir in your memorabilia? Hearthfire Books at 05:00 PM Hearthfire Books to host Author Event for Tina Collens new book "Storm of the i:An Artobiography". Collens memoir is interwoven with memorabilia, art (some of it a bit risque), foldouts, diecuts, popups and even a slightly outrageous lift-up flap. Beneath the light-heartedness, lies the story of a turbulent relationship with her father. Collen will talk about how, after writing the book and releasing her childhood pain, an astonishing thing occurred.  Friday, April 02 Boulder Opening Reception: CU College of Architecture & Planning Gallery Dairy Center for the Arts at 05:00 PM The Galleries at Boulder's Dairy Center for the Arts present the CU College of Architecture and Planning recent works exhibit. The show celebrates Colorado's Architecture Month by highlighting outstanding projects from the undergraduate program of environmental design. Work will include green technology design, community outreach studios and architectural photography with emphasis on alternative process. Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Friday Apr 2nd. Show runs Apr 2-16. Artists' Talk 5-6, Apr 7th.  Denver 1st Annual Colorado Cannabis Convention Colorado Convention Center at 10:00 AM April 2nd & 3rd 10am-10pm.Featuring hundreds of vendors representing Cannabis related products and service. The event also features educational opportunities including legal, medical, business, growing & art! There will be a fashion show, laser showing of Dark Side of the Moon, Art shows, & interactive entertainment.   Estes Park Artist Adaptations exhibit Art Center of Estes Park at 05:00 PM The acrylic work of Audie Yenter and wood work or Jim Yenter is featured. Exhibit continues through May 9  Saturday, April 03 Denver 1st Annual Colorado Cannabis Convention Colorado Convention Center at 10:00 AM 1st Annual Colorado Cannabis Convention. 10am-10pm.Featuring hundreds of vendors representing Cannabis related products and service. The event also features educational opportunities including legal, medical, business, growing & art! There will be a fashion show, laser showing of Dark Side of the Moon, Art shows, & interactive entertainment. More info online at cocannabisconvention.com   Tuesday, April 06 Boulder Money Matters Dairy Center for the Arts at 06:00 PM Success requires more than just a great idea, you also need to chart a solid financial course. The Money Matters panel of experts will address these questions and more:-Baffled by taxes?-Intimidated by grants?-Terrified to ask for money?-501(c)3, fiscal agency, LLC -how do you decipher the code?!?Join us for this evening of lively conversation and come away with the tools to help you navigate the financial white-waters of the art world.  Wednesday, April 07 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 05:30 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Thursday, April 08 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Friday, April 09 Longmont EBCA 2010 Studio Tour Preview The Great Frame Up at 06:00 PM The East Boulder County Artists (EBCA) Studio Tour is held each year at the beginning of May. This years tour features 38 local east Boulder County artists. Come to the Opening Reception at The Great Frame Up, 430 Main Street, Longmont on Fri, Apr 9 from 6-9 p.m. to preview the artists in the tour. Be sure to pick up your free studio tour brochure and map at the preview show. The preview will hang from April 9 - May 6.   Saturday, April 10 Denver Comedy for a Cause Bovine Metropolis Theater at 04:00 PM International Hearing Dog: April 10, 2010: Comedy for a Cause. The Bovine Metropolis Theater presents Comedy for a Cause to benefit International Hearing Dog. The show will be "On The Spot" improv comedy in the style of "Whose Line is it Anyway?" All proceeds benefit International Hearing Dog. IHDIs professionally trained Hearing Dogs restore awareness, independence, and security to its hearing impaired owner but responding to sounds in the home and work.  Estes Park 13th Annual Student Expressions Cultural Arts Council Gallery, 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. at noon Park District Student K-12 District Art Show. Show continues through April 25  Lafayette EBCA 2010 Studio Tour Preview Lafayette Public Library at 10:00 AM The East Boulder County Artists (EBCA) Studio Tour is held each year at the beginning of May. This years tour features 38 local east Boulder County artists. Preview the artists in the tour at the Lafayette Public Library, 775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette from April 10 - May 10. Be sure to pick up your free studio tour brochure and map at the preview show. The Studio Tour is May 1-2, 12 noon - 5 p.m. and May 8-9, 12 noon - 5 p.m.  Wednesday, April 14 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 05:30 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Thursday, April 15 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Friday, April 16 Boulder Impressions Dairy Center for the Arts at 07:30 PM Choreographer Marie-Jose Payannet brings the world of visual arts to dance. Her compositions infuse the subtlety and grace of classical ballet with the urgency and vigor of visual artists who broke the rules of academic painting. With the stage as their canvas, the dancers will explore light and shadow, movement and lines, expanding the classical palette with the influences of tango, flamenco, jazz and pop.   Wednesday, April 21 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 05:30 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Thursday, April 22 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be reveale  Thursday, April 29 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio.  Longmont Boulder Potters Guild 40th Annual Spring Show and Sale Boulder County Fairgrounds at 10:00 AM The 70 Members of the Boulder Potters' Guild will be holding their 40th Annual Spring Show and Sale on April 29th-May 2nd, Hover and Nelson Roads in Longmont. Hours are 10am-8pm Thursday-Friday, 9am-6pm Saturday, and 10am-4pm on Sunday. Functional, sculptural, and decorative work will be featured. There will be daily drawings for a ceramic piece and ongoing demonstrations. Admission and Parking are free. For more information call 303-447-0310.   Friday, April 30 Denver Great Western Alpaca Show and Denver Fiber Arts Fiesta National Western Complex at 09:00 AM Join us April 30 - May 2, 2010 for the largest AOBA-certified regional alpaca show west of the Mississippi, with an exciting array of events and seminars surrounding the shows in a fun and productive weekend. The 4th Annual Denver Fiber Arts Fiesta features a wide selection of natural fibers out there for all the fiber arts enthusiasts.  Saturday, May 01 Boulder EBCA 2010 Studio Tour Artists studios at noon The East Boulder County Artists (EBCA) Studio Tour is held each year at the beginning of May. This years tour features 38 local east Boulder County artists. The tour is May 1-2 from 12 noon - 5 p.m. and May 8-9 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Preview the work of the artists in the tour at the Lafayette Public Library, 775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette and The Great Frame Up, 430 Main Street, Longmont. Be sure to pick up your free studio tour brochure and map at the preview shows.  The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.  Sunday, May 02 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 12:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed. Also 6:15 performance.  Music Student Arts Concert Performing Arts Center, Naropa University at 07:00 PM The Music Student Arts Concert showcases the work of student ensembles as well as highlighting the work of Music Majors. Participants in the Spring 2009 Concert will include the Afropop Ensemble, the Naropa Chorus, Musicianship Students, Composition Students and a few Music Majors sharing solo and collaborative work. This event is free and open to the public.   Monday, May 03 Longmont Call for Entries: LAG/BAA 2010 Members' Show Boulder County Fairgrounds at 05:00 PM The Longmont Artists Guild and the Boulder Art Association are requesting entries for a members show to be held at the Boulder County Fairgrounds from June 10-13, 2010. Deadline for entry forms is Monday, May 3, 2010 by 5pm. Please visit the Boulder Art Association web site at www.boulderartassociation.org or the Longmont Artists Guild web site at www.longmontartistsguild.org to download entry forms and membership information.   Thursday, May 06 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.  Friday, May 07 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.  Estes Park Point-Counterpoint exhibit Cultural Arts Council Gallery, 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. at 05:00 PM Work features fine American realism and non-objective art shown side by side  Saturday, May 08 Boulder The Light in the Piazza Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer. We begin in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 1953, Clara, a young American tourist, meets and falls in love with Fabrizio. But when Clara's mother learns of the affair, she forbids it for fear a secret will be revealed.   Thursday, May 13 Denver Spring 2010 Conversation Series featuring Lorraine O'Grady MCA Denver at 05:30 PM Looking for the Face I Had Before the World Was Made artist Lorraine O'Grady discusses her current and past projects, her creative process and the challenges she face as an artist.  Friday, May 14 Estes Park Point-Counterpoint exhibit Art Center of Estes Park at 05:00 PM Featured are Patty Hawkins' fiber work and sculptures by Carol Cunningham. Exhibit continues through June 20.  Saturday, May 15 Boulder Open Studios Juried Art Fair Twenty Ninth Street at 10:00 AM The third annual Open Studios Juried Art Fair will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 15 & 16. This street fair is located in the 29th St shopping district in central Boulder. Exhibits will feature Colorado artists who offer a rich mix of media unique in style and price. 29th Street will be closed on both days. Free parking is available in the garage and parking lots. On January 1, 2010, Open Studios became OpenArts. OpenArts is the umbrella organization bringing you this event.  Peter Pan Boulder's Dinner Theatre at 06:15 PM One of the world's most celebrated musicals! Rediscover the charm of J.M. Barries' Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, the children Wendy, Michael and John, pirates and Indians, and unforgettable songs Never Never Land, I Won't Grow Up and I'm Flying.   Estes Park Jazz Fest & Art Walk Performance Park Amphitheater, 417 W. Elkhorn Ave. at 10:00 AM For two days the mountains are alive with the sounds of great jazz at the outdoor amphitheater at Performance Park. Visitors will also enjoy exploring unique galleries exhibiting exceptional art. Art Walk 10 am - 5 pm; Jazz Performances noon to 5 pm  Lyons Lyons Outdoor Market Lyons at 10:00 AM An outdoor market featuring a variety of local, national and international art, music and food every Saturday from 10am to 3pm at 446 Main St. on the way to Rocky Mtn. National Park and other high country activities! Market starts May 15th and runs every Saturday until October 9th.  Sunday, May 16 Boulder Open Studios Juried Art Fair Twenty Ninth Street at 11:00 AM The third annual Open Studios Juried Art Fair will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 15 & 16. This street fair is located in the Twenty Ninth Street shopping district in central Boulder. Exhibits will feature Colorado artists who offer a rich mix of media unique in style and price. 29th Street will be closed on both days. Free parking is available in the garage and parking lots. On January 1, 2010, Open Studios became OpenArts. OpenArts is the umbrella organization bringing you this event.  Estes Park Jazz Fest & Art Walk Performance Park Amphitheater, 417 W. Elkhorn Ave. at 10:00 AM For two days the mountains are alive with the sounds of great jazz at the outdoor amphitheater at Performance Park. Visitors will also enjoy exploring unique galleries exhibiting exceptional art. Art Walk 10 am - 5 pm; Jazz Performances noon to 5 pm  Saturday, May 29 Estes Park Art Market Bond Park, Downtown Estes Park at 09:00 AM More than 90 juried artisans assemble to kick off the summer season and to showcase their art in Bond Park in the center of downtown Estes Park. Fine arts and crafts from local, regional and national artisans will be for sale.  Estes Park Antique & Collectables Show Barn W -Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave. at 10:00 AM A collector's treasure trove of special finds available from more than 50 vendors. The Estes Park Antiques and Collectables Show is sponsored by Top Hands as a fund raiser for the Rooftop Rodeo.  Sunday, May 30 Estes Park Art Market Bond Park, Downtown Estes Park at 09:00 AM More than 90 juried artisans assemble to kick off the summer season and to showcase their art in Bond Park in the center of downtown Estes Park. Fine arts and crafts from local, regional and national artisans will be for sale.  Monday, May 31 Estes Park Art Market Bond Park, Downtown Estes Park at 09:00 AM More than 90 juried artisans assemble to kick off the summer season and to showcase their art in Bond Park in the center of downtown Estes Park. Fine arts and crafts from local, regional and national artisans will be for sale.  Saturday, June 26 Nederland The 10th Annual High Peaks Art Festival June 26-27 Nederland at 10:00 AM The festival features a juried art show of 45 artisans selling their fine arts and contemporary crafts. Live music will be performed all weekend, showcasing local music that will include Black Dog, Fat Rabbit and more. Boulder's Clementine Art Studio will have a booth at the festival on Saturday, from 10-3, with fabulous and creative make-and-take projects for kids. At noon on Saturday, awards will be presented to artists : Best of Show, Best of Fine Art, Best of Fine Craft and more  Sunday, June 27 Estes Park Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Bond Park, In the center of downtown Estes Park at 10:00 AM Scandinavians celebrate the summer solstice - the longest day of the year - with a festival of music, flowers, and food in Estes Park the last weekend in June. Festivities begin on Saturday morning with the raising of the Maypole and a colorful opening ceremony. Entertainment by folk dance groups and Scandinavian musicians. Scandinavian food and crafts of all kinds available. All daytime activities of the festival are free and open to the public.  Wednesday, June 30 Boulder Call for Entries: COLOR-ado! BAA 2010 Chautauqua Exhibit Chautauqua Community House, 900 Baseline Road at 06:00 PM The Boulder Art Association (BAA) is requesting entries for an exhibit, September 3-6, 2010, BAAs third annual juried art exhibition at Chautauqua Community House. This years theme is COLOR-ado! Entry deadline is June 30, 2010 and submissions will be juried by Polly Addison and Elizabeth Black. For a prospectus, visit the Boulder Art Association web site at www.boulderartassociation.org. Or contact Malia Thompson at malia@mt-studio.net or 303-544-0684 to have a prospectus mailed to you.   Wednesday, July 28 Boulder Singin' in the Rain Boulder's DInner Theatre at 06:15 PM You remember the plot. You love the characters. You know "the song." It's no less than the stage adaptation of one of the most celebrated and beloved films of all time.   Saturday, September 04 Estes Park Estes Park Alpaca Market Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave. at 09:00 AM Featuring Alpaca spinning, weaving and knitting, plus demonstrations, exhibits and lectures. Alpacas on display and for sale.  Labor Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Show Bond Park, Elkhorn Ave. & MacGregor Ave. at 09:30 AM More than 90 booths filled with ceramics, wearable art, photography, painting, jewelry, sculpture, stained glass, woodwork, seasonal items and much more.  Sunday, September 05 Estes Park Estes Park Alpaca Market Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave. at 09:00 AM Featuring Alpaca spinning, weaving and knitting, plus demonstrations, exhibits and lectures. Alpacas on display and for sale.  Friday, September 17 Estes Park 5th Annual Estes Park Film Festival Historic Park Theatre,130 Moraine Ave. at 10:00 AM A showcase of new independent feature films, documentaries, and short films from around the country.  Saturday, September 18 Estes Park 5th Annual Estes Park Film Festival Historic Park Theatre,130 Moraine Ave. at 10:00 AM A showcase of new independent feature films, documentaries, and short films from around the country.  Sunday, September 19 Estes Park 5th Annual Estes Park Film Festival Historic Park Theatre,130 Moraine Ave. at 10:00 AM A showcase of new independent feature films, documentaries, and short films from around the country.  Saturday, September 25 Estes Park Autumn Gold - A Festival of Bands, Brats 'n Beer Bond Park,In the center of downtown Estes Park at 10:00 AM Hear great music and enjoy the treats. It's an annual event heralding golden sights and sounds from a series of bands.  Saturday, November 13 Boulder Singin' In the Rain Boulder's Dinner Theatre at 06:30 PM You remember the plot. You love the characters. You know "the song." It's no less than the stage adaptation of one of the most celebrated and beloved films of all time. 1920s Hollywood is the setting for this zany, light-hearted romantic comedy about the early days of sound film, when many a movie studio found itself scrambling to salvage the career of its chipmunk-voiced silent picture star. Featuring You Were Meant for Me, Good Morning, and of course Singin' in the Rain!   Friday, January 06 Boulder Teen Game Night Boulder Public Library at 04:00 PM Teen Game Night has something for every gamer! Teen Game Night has something for every gamer -- from old-school board games one week to computer games and Wii activities the next week. All teens are welcome to bring games to share or enjoy the games already on-hand, every Tuesday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the BPL Teen Space at the Main Library, 1000 Canyon Blvd. Information: 303-441-3099 or www.boulderteens.org.  Submit a notice

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