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MARCH

March 1-April 1
Hamilton
Buell Theatre
The national tour of the highly acclaimed musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda, about America’s founding father, Alexander Hamilton. A wonderful blend of hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B and Broadway, this is the story of America then, as told by America now.

March 1-11
The Great Leap
Ricketson Theatre
When an American college basketball team travels to Beijing for an exhibition game in 1989, the drama on the court goes deeper than the strain between their countries. Tensions rise right up to the final buzzer as history collides with the action in the stadium.

March 1-April 22
First Date
Garner Galleria Theatre
When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner when other restaurant patrons transform into supportive best friend, manipulative exes and protective parents.

March 3
Trevor Noah
Bellco Theatre
Africa’s most successful comedian and host of the Emmy and Peadbody Award-winning The Daily Show on Comedy Central comes to Denver for one fabulous night. Noah was the subject of David Paul Meyer’s award-winning documentary You Laugh But It’s True, the story of his remarkable career in post-apartheid South Africa.

March 5-April 23
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill
Garner Galleria Theatre
Jazz legend Billie Holiday’s troubled life story comes to life through the songs that made her famous, including “God Bless the Child,” “What a Little Moonlight Can Do,” “Strange Fruit” and “Taint Nobody’s Biz-ness.”

March 5
Lorde
Pepsi Center
This New Zealand songwriter and singer rose to prominence with the release of “Royals” in 2013, making her the youngest solo artist to reach a No. 1 single since 1987. She curated the soundtrack for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1; the lead single “Yellow Flicker Beat” was nominated for the Golden Globe for Best Song.

March 6
G-Eazy
1STBANK Center, Broomfield
His career started when he opened for superstars such as Drake and Lil Wayne, and following his college graduation he released “Must Be Nice,” which landed at #3 on the ITunes Hip Hop Chart. His most recent album, “The Beautiful & Damned”, was released this fall, and is a huge hit among his rapper fans.

March 8
Justin Moore
1stBANK Center, Broomfield
The country music singer was named 2014 ACM New Artist of the Year. His single “You Look Like I Need a Drink” is climbing the country charts, following up his second consecutive No. 1 album release of Off the Beaten Path. He has several gold-certified #1 hits and has sold more than 7 million digital downloads.

March 9
Jim Jefferies Live
Bellco Theatre
Jeffries stops in Denver as part of his 2018 tour across the United States and Canada. The tour follows his successful Netflix comedy special, “Freedumb”. Jefferies has garnered strong popularity for his controversial views delivered in original and entertaining standup performances.

March 10
L.A. Dance Project
Gates Concert Hall
A wonderful performance featuring a fresh, contemporary vision of dance and stylistically diverse repertory. The audience will be treated to a night of bold musicality, dynamic movement and ballet.

March 11
k.d. lang
Paramount Theatre
For more than a quarter century, k.d. lang has entertained fans with her blend of country-rock with a bit of punk thrown into the mix. Her best-known hit, “Constant Craving,” earned her a Grammy for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. She has collaborated with the best, including Bonnie Raitt, Elton John and Tony Bennett, who declared her “the best singer of her generation.”

March 11
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Carnival of the Animals
Boettcher Concert Hall
An enjoyable performance especially for kids, as the symphony performs some of the best-known pieces from French composer Camille Saint-Saens, with each movement depicting a different animal from the royal lion to the graceful swan.

March 14
Bon Jovi: This House is Not For Sale Tour
The Pepsi Center
The band has been rocking it for more than three decades and has earned their place among global rock royalty. Bon Jovi will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this April!

March 16-17
Denver Gay Men’s Chorus Presents British Invasion!
Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Now in its 36th season, the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus entertains audiences with old and new works. Recent chorus highlights include DGMC’s participation in the 2016 Film on the Rocks Prince Tribute. DGMC is devoted in its commitment to commissioning new works, including “I Am Harvey Milk” by Andrew Lippa.

March 16-18
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5
Boettcher Concert Hall
Pianist Zhang Zuo (Zee Zee) performs Beethoven’s vigorous and demanding Piano Concerto No. 5. Zee Zee has been dubbed “full of enthusiasm and glamour, radiating the vigor of youth” by Chinese Gramophone.

March 17
The Harlem Globetrotters
The Pepsi Center
Since 1926, the Harlem Globetrotters have entertained more than 144 million fans in 122 countries and territories worldwide, popularizing the slam dunk, fast break, the forward and point guard positions and the figure-eight weave.

March 17-18
Amsoil Arenacross
Denver Coliseum
A thrilling spectacle as riders are jammed onto the track in a nail-biting chase where anything goes. The event is a mixture of sports and entertainment, and only the strong — and the fearless – will make the grade.

March 17
Sam Bush
Boulder Theatre
This American bluegrass mandolin player is hailed as the originator of Newgrass style. His achievements have earned him three Grammys, including Album of the Year for “O Brother, Where Art Thou” in 2001.

March 17
Harlem Globetrotters
1stBank Center
Since 1926, the Harlem Globetrotters have entertained more than 144 million fans in 122 countries and territories worldwide, popularizing the slam dunk, fast break, the forward and point guard positions and the figure-eight weave.

March 20
The Illusionists Present Adam Trent
Ellie Caulkins
Direct from Broadway, Adam Trent, the breakout star of the world’s bestselling magic show “The Illusionists,” presents an immersive entertainment extravaganza of magic, comedy and music perfect for the entire family.

March 20
Kid Rock’s American Rock ’n Roll Tour
Pepsi Center
This rockin’ recording artist has had a slew of hit singles, and his 2018 tour will introduce fans to his brand-new album, Sweet Southern Sugar. Drawing his musical influence from The Beastie Boys and Bob Seger, his work is a combination of hip hop, rap, rock, country, blues, funk, heavy metal and soul.

March 22, 24
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert with The Colorado Symphony
1stBANK Center
Performed for the first time in full in Colorado, this performance relives the epic score by John Williams. The score was named the greatest American film score of all time by AFI in 2005. A screening of the film will accompany the concert.

March 22-April 15
This is Modern Art
The Jones
Graffiti crews are willing to risk anything for their art. But when one crew finishes the biggest graffiti bomb of their careers, the consequences get serious and spark a public debate asking, where does art belong?

March 23
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – John Denver: A Rocky Mountain High
Boettcher Concert Hall
Musical legend John Denver is honored in this special concert. The two-time Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter preforms classic songs in archival video footage, backed by live performances from his former bandmates and full symphony orchestra. A wonderful multi-media treat.

March 24
Paula Poundstone
Paramount Theatre
The host of NPR’s #1 weekly comedy news quiz summed up Paula Poundstone when he said, “Air becomes funny having been breathed by her.” She’s hailed as one of the funniest comedians performing today, and her newest book, “The Totally Unscientific Study of the Search For Human Happiness,” was best described by Lily Tomlin who said, “I laughed. I cried. I got another cat.” She will truly keep you in stitches!

March 24
John Hiatt
Boulder Theater
American rock guitarist, pianist, singer, and songwriter Hiatt has a far-reaching repertoire, including new wave, blues and country. He’s been nominated for numerous Grammy Awards and has received several distinctions in the music industry. He remains one of the most respected and influential American singer-songwriters.

March 27
Romeo Santos
Pepsi Center
Romeo Santos is a singer, songwriter, actor, record producer and former lead vocalist of the American bachata band Aventura. His solo career includes seven No. 1 songs on the Hot Latin Songs chart and 11 No. 1 songs on the Tropical Songs chart.

March 28
Buddy Guy
Paramount Theatre
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee has had a major influence on rock superstars including Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Jimi Hendrix. At age 81, he’s still going strong, and Rolling Stone Magazine ranked him #23 in the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.” His work continues to keep the blues alive.

 

APRIL

April 4
Jeff Dunham: Passively Aggressive
1stBANK Center
This incredibly talented ventriloquist is the consummate entertainer, and holds a Guinness World Record for “Most Tickets Sold for a Stand-up Comedy Tour.” With more than 1 million YouTube subscribers amassing more than 1 billion views, Dunham and his cast of characters (Walter, Peanut, Achmed and Me) are beloved by his fans.

April 4
Jake Bugg
Bluebird Theater
“Lightning Bolt” and “Slumville Sunrise” made him famous, but it’s his latest work, “Hearts That Strain” that is creating a buzz for its largely acoustic emphasis, as well as for his collaboration with Miley Cyrus sibling Noah Cyrus in “Waiting.”

April 5
Dan Auerbach
Paramount Theatre
The former Black Keys frontman released his solo album, “Waiting On A Song,” acclaimed as a love letter to Nashville. His music is a mix of blues and rock, and his newest work contains collaborations with acclaimed songwriter John Prine.

April 5-29, 2018
A Picasso – All’s Fair in Art and War
Cherry Creek Theatre at The MACC
Paris 1941, German occupation forces have dragged Pablo Picasso from his favorite café into a dark basement storage vault. The Third Reich’s cultural attache, Miss Fisher, interrogates the cubist master to verify three of the master’s works for the Ministry of Propaganda’s “degenerate” art exhibition. Through their thrilling power play, truths are revealed and tensions rise when art, politics, sex and lies collide.

April 6-May 6
Native Gardens
Space Theatre
Dealing with neighbors can be thorny, especially for a young Latino couple who move into a well-established DC neighborhood. Though their neighbors have the best intentions, their newly budding friendship is tested when they realize their shared property line isn’t where it’s supposed to be.

April 6-8
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Coplands Rodeo
Boettcher Concert Hall
Principal Guest Conductor Andrew Litton’s tenure concludes with this rollicking piece of American Rodeo: Ballet In One Act. Litton recorded and released the performance with the Colorado Symphony, and it was named one of Colorado’s best classical albums of 2016. Cellist Alban Gerhardt joins Litton onstage for a rare performance of Barber’s Cello Concerto.

April 7-28
Disney’s Aladdin
Buell Theatre
A thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.

April 8
Disney On Ice: Frozen
Denver Coliseum
Kids and adults alike will thrill to this dazzling ice show, replete with special effects and beloved musical score. Hosted by Mickey and Minnie with special appearances by other Disney characters.

April 11
Judas Priest
Budweiser Event Center, Loveland
For nearly 40 years this British heavy metal band has wowed fans, and their 2008 album “Nostradamus” was the highest-charting album of their storied career. They won a 2010 Grammy for Best Metal Performance, are a VH1 Rock Honors recipient, and have sold more than 50 million copies of their albums. They are truly one of the greatest metal bands of all time.

April 12
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox
Paramount Theatre
Bradlee’s PMJ has garnered more than 740 million YouTube views and 2.7 million subscribers since its creation in 2009. Bradlee continues to add new arrangements every week, featuring interpretations from artists such as Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Radiohead, Maroon 5 and more.

April 13-14
Bela Fleck: Concerto for Banjo and Orchestra No. 3
Boettcher Hall
Bela Fleck has been nominated in more categories than any other artist in Grammy history, and has won 14 awards. The king of the banjo performs with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra in this regional premier.

April 14
Toughest Monster Truck Tour
Budweiser Events Center, Loveland
Watch six of the nation’s toughtest monster trucks, including Bigfoot, Quad Chaos, Dirt Crew, Heavy Hitter and Dawg Pound. The event also brings back Megasaurus, the transforming, fire-breathing, car mangling dinosaur robot.

April 14
The Dixie Dregs
Boulder Theater
This American band formed in the 1970s and continues to pave the way with a unique instrumental sound that fuses hard rock, southern rock, progressive metal and classical forms. The band remains a loose collection of its former members, reuniting briefly for short tours and rare studio work.

April 14
David Feherty: Live Off Tour
Paramount Theatre
This professional golfer and TV personality is a entertainer. He won five European championships during his career, and played on the PGA Tour. His books include A Nasty Bit of Rough, Somewhere in Ireland a Village is Missing an Idiot, and David Feherty’s Totally Subjective History of the Ryder Cup. He’s smart, quick and very very funny.

April 18
Branford Marsalis
Fort Collins Colorado Lincoln Center
Saxophonist, composer and bandleader Branford Marsalis has been described as “arguably the most respected living U.S. jazz instrumentalist.” Marsalis, with his father and brothers, were group recipients of the 2011 NEA Jazz Masters Award.

April 19
311/Method Man & Redman
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Method Man is a rapper, actor and record producer, a member of the East Coast hip hop collective Wu-Tan Clan, and half of the hip hop duo Method Man & Redman. Redman is a member of Def Squad.

April 19-21
Return to the Cabaret
Fort Collins Colorado Lincoln Center
The High Performance Dance Theatre delivers an inspiring performance where you’ll be entertained by dancers and singers. The show is inspired by cabaret-style musicals and clubs, and takes you back to a time when jazz was alive and hot!

April 20-21
Lewis Black
Paramount Theatre
This comedian, author, playwright, social critic and actor is best known for his angry demeanor and belligerent comedic style, in which he often simulates having a mental breakdown. His comedy routines often escalate into angry rants about history, politics, religion, or any other cultural trends.

April 20
Flosstradamus
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Curt Cameruci, or Flosstradamus is an American DJ and producer, who has produced iconic tracks like Major Lazer’s “Original Don” “CROWD CTRL,” “Mosh Pit,” and “TTU (Too Turnt Up). The latest single is “Back Again.”

April 20-May 27
The Who’s Tommy
Stage Theatre
After a traumatic incident, young Tommy retreats from the world around him. But a newfound talent for pinball introduces him to the fame and fortune of success. Tommy and his family give new voice to The Who’s iconic 1969 concept album as they navigate the troubles and joys of being alive.

April 20-22
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Wagner The Ring Without Words
Boettcher Concert Hall
Music Director Brett Mitchell leads the orchestra through the fundamental sequences of Wagner’s Ring cycle in this piece which normally takes days to perform in its entirety.

April 21
Spring with the Children’s Chorale
Boettcher Concert Hall
A memorable performance by the internationally acclaimed Colorado Children’s Chorale that includes a wonderful repertoire ranging from opera to pop. The performance blends creative artistry with an infusion of theater.

April 21
Wild Child
Bluebird Theater
This Texas band is really a seven-piece pop mini orchestra, presenting violin, ukulele, cello, keyboards, trumpet, harmonica, drums, guitar, trombone and bass. Their latest album, Expectations, is an artful combination of their indie-pop sound that has shaped so many of their hits.

April 24
Rain – A Tribute to The Beatles
Memorial Hall, Pueblo
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band! The historic album is brought to life in its entirety for this psychedelic multimedia spectacular. A note-for-note theatrical event that is the next best thing to seeing the Beatles.

April 27
The Velveteen Rabbit
Gates Concert Hall
Kids and adults will be charmed by this celebration of the enduring power of love. Known for their athleticism and passion, the ODC dancers seamlessly navigate the many roles that bring this story to life, in this tale of the enduring relationship between a boy and his stuffed rabbit.

April 28
The Comedy Get Down
Bellco Theatre
Four groundbreaking comics come together for a night of hilarity. Featuring Cedric ‘The Entertainer,’ Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley and George Lopez. From sitcoms, to standup to radio and books, these comedians are not to be missed.

April 28-29
Carmen
Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center, Pueblo
A story of love, jealousy and fate, Carmen will leave you breathless. This one-act ballet written in 1967 by Russian composer Rodion Shchedrin is based on the Bizet Opera with original choreography, and will captivate you from the moment the dancers take the stage.

MAY

May 1
“Weird Al” Yankovic – The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour
Paramount Theatre
He’s a singer-songwriter, parodist, record producer, satirist, actor, voice actor, music video director, film producer, and author. Weird Al is known for his humorous songs that make light of popular culture and often parody specific songs by contemporary musical acts.

May 2
Maks, Val & Peta Live on Tour:  Confidential
Bellco Theatre
Dancing With The Stars hottest stars, Maks and Val, present a spectacular dance show that combines the elegance of the ballroom, some confidential revelations and a true love story.

May 2
George Ezra
Ogden Theater
This soulful artist with the beautiful deep voice is gearing up for the release of his third album, “Staying At Tamara’s”, an album of positivity and hope written during a tumultuous time. With songs such as “Pretty Shining People” and “Get Away”, this will be a memorable performance.

May 3
X Ambassadors
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Their gold-certified album, VHS debuted at No. 7 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart, and the platinum- selling “Renegades” spent 12 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Alternative chart. The band recently released “Ahead of Myself,” their first single off their forthcoming set.

May 3-4
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Jurassic Park in Concert
Boettcher Concert Hall
Featuring the iconic musical scores of John Williams, you will experience this groundbreaking film set to the beautiful performance of the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. Jurassic Park was the highest- grossing film of all time in 1993, and won three Academy Awards.

May 4
An Evening With Michael Wolff
Paramount Theatre
Wolff is an author and journalist and contributor to USA Today, The Hollywood Reporter and the UK edition of GQ. But he is best known for his recent tome, Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House, which quickly rose to No. 1 on the New York Times bestseller list.

May 5
Phil Lesh & The Terrapin Family
Band/Leftover Salmon
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Phil Lesh performed with the Grateful Dead and uses the songbook as the impetus for much of this band’s music. What began as a house band is now so, so much more. Colorado band Leftover Salmon serves up a mix of rock, folk, bluegrass, Cajun, soul, zydeco, jazz and blues. Their music is always entertaining, always evolving.

May 6
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Pirates of the Symphony Seas
Boettcher Concert Hall
Christopher Dragon conducts this quirky program that takes you on an adventure to an island of swashbuckling delight. A symphony of treasure that is sheer fun and entertainment for kids and adults.

May 8
P!NK Beautiful Trauma World Tour
Pepsi Center
From her first album “Can’t Take Me Home” in 2000, this singer/songwriter has turned out the hits. She’s a Grammy winner, topped the Billboard charts and sold more than 40 million albums worldwide. She received the BMI President’s Award for “her outstanding achievement in songwriting and global impact on pop culture and the entertainment industry.”

May 10
The Purple Xperience – The Greatest Prince Tribute
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
This tribute to one of Rock’s greatest icons showcases the talent of Marshall Charloff, who’s vocals and artistry are reminiscent of the incredible talents of Prince. A great night of singing and dancing to classic songs including “Purple Rain”, “1999”, “Raspberry Beret” and more.

May 10
Daryl Hall & John Oates and Train
The Pepsi Center
These Rock and Roll Hall of Fames inductees have been performing for more than three decades, and they have sold more albums than any other duo in music history. In 1987, Daryl Hall and John Oates were deemed the No. 1 selling duo in music history, a record they still hold today.

May 11-13
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Mozart’s Elvira Madigan
Boettcher Concert Hall
Mozart’s sprightly Overture to The Marriage of Figaro conducted by Ken-David Masur opens the performance, leading to pianist Orion Weiss and the Colorado Symphony performng Mozert’s Piano Concerto No. 21, often called “Elvira Madigan”.

May 12
Start Making Sense: Talking Heads Tribute
Ogden Theatre
This 7-piece Talking Heads Tribute band recreates the musical genius of the band. A fun celebration of this new-wave band who took the ‘80s by storm. You’ll love the sounds as the band performs hits such as “Psycho Killer”, “Burning Down the House” and “Once in a Lifetime”.

May 13
Modest Mouse
Red Rocks Amphitheater
This American rock band, formed in 1982, derives its name from a passage from the Virginia Woolf story, “The Mark on the Wall”. Their work draws strong influence from groups such as Pavement, the Pixies, XTC and Talking Heads.

May 14
Khalid
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Khalid’s debut album, “American Teen,” was best described by TIME Magazine: “Preternaturally soulful 19-year-old Texan singer-songwriter Khalid has a way with beats – and words — that speaks to the Modern American experience of youth in a natural, resonant way.” Enough said.

May 17
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Musique Nouveau
Boettcher Concert Hall
Guest conductor Edwin Outwater conducts a quartet of modern composers. Principal Violist Basil Vandryes offers an intricate pace for viola and the orchestra then delves into the beauty of five more feature works. The evening’s centerpiece is Mason Bates’ spectacular Anthology of Fantastic Zoology.

May 17
Three Dog Night
Paramount Theatre
When this iconic rock band formed in 1967, it helped introduce mainstream audiences to the work of many songwriters, including Paul Williams (An Old Fashioned Love Song), Hoyt Axton (Joy to the World and Never Been to Spain), Laura Nyro (Eli’s Comin), Harry Nilsson (One), Randy Newman (Mama told Me Not to Come) and Leo Sayer (The Show Must Go On).

May 18-June 24
Human Error
Garner Galleria Theatre
After an unfortunate mix-up by their blundering fertility doctor, Heather is mistakenly impregnated with the wrong child. Now two very different couples face sharing an uproarious nine-month odyssey of culture shock, clashing values, changing attitudes and unlikely – but heartfelt – friendships.

May 19
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Rock On!
Boettcher Concert Hall
Take a trip back to the Rock and Pop hits of the 1970’s and 1980’s with three dynamic musicians. Featuring the works of Bruce Springsteen, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Queen and many more.

May 20
Elephant Revival
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Their latest album, “Petals” is a journey into new territory for the Colorado band. Their music is rooted in American and Celtic song craft, but “Petals” is infused with a more modern classical approach.

May 24
Celtic Woman
Budweiser Events Center
For more than a decade, the Irish group has celebrated Ireland’s rich musical and cultural heritage through a fusion of traditional Irish music and contemporary song craft. Their 2016 release “Destiny” was nominated for a Grammy Award in the category of Best World Music Album.

May 25
Taylor Swift
Sports Authority Field at Mile High
Swift is a seven-time Grammy winner and the youngest recipient in history to win a Grammy for Album of the Year. Her latest album, “Reputation”, was the top-selling album in the country when it was released in 2017.

May 25
The Devil Makes Three
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
The band’s fourth album, “I’m a Stranger Here”, was recorded at Dan Auerbach’s Nashville studio. The album is a compilation of part road songs, part heartbreak songs and part barnburners, accompanied by great harmonies and strong acoustic guitar and bass elements.

May 25-27
Colorado Symphony Orchestra – Bernstein and Mahler
Boettcher Concert Hall
The centennial of Leonard Bernstein’s birth is marked in a program highlighting the maestro as both composer and conductor. From Bernstein’s spirited Overture to Candide to Bernstein’s Serenade, capped off with a performance of Mahler’s Titan Symphony.

May 26
Bill Maher
Buell Theatre
(May 27 at Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs)
Comedian, political commentator and television host Bill Maher is best-known for his HBO political talk show Real Time with Bill Maher and the late-night show, Politically Incorrect. His repertoire spans a wide range of topics, including religion, politics, bureaucracy, political correctness and the mass media.

May 27
The Disco Biscuits
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
This jam band from Philly draws inspiration from a variety of musical genres, melding electronic and rock into a style described as trance fusion. They are true rock artists with a technological flair.

May 27
James Taylor & His All Star Band
Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
This prestigious rocker has earned 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards and 5 Grammy Awards. His lineup of hits includes “Fire and Rain”, “Country Road”, “Mexico”, “Carolina in My Mind”, “Sweet Baby James” and so many more. James Taylor was honored with the 1998 Century Award, Billboard Magazine’s highest accolade for creative achievement.

May 29-June 10
School of Rock The Musical
Buell Theatre
Based on the hit film, School of Rock follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star who turns a class of straight-A students in grade-A rockers. The hilarious musical features new songs form Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first ever live kids rock band.

May 30
Vance Joy
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
The Australian singer-songwriter hit it big with his single “Fire and the Flood,” which was featured on his 2014 debut album, “Dream Your Life Away.” His behind-the-scenes video set that accompanies the song gives fans a glimpse into Vance Joy’s life on the road.

May 30
Paul Simon
Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
Rock ‘n Roll great Paul Simon has received numerous awards, including 12 Grammys. He was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award for his Simon and Garfunkel days, and his song “Mrs. Robinson” was named in the top 10 of The American Film Institute’s 100 Years 100 Songs.

SPORTS

COLORADO ROCKIES –  All games played at Coors Field

APRIL 6 vs. Atlanta Braves
APRIL 7 vs. Atlanta Braves
APRIL 9 vs. San Diego Padres
APRIL 10 vs. San Diego Padres
APRIL 11 vs. San Diego Padres
APRIL 20 vs. Chicago Cubs
APRIL 21 vs. Chicago Cubs
APRIL 22 vs. ChIcago Cubs
APRIL 23 vs. San Diego Padres
APRIL 24 vs. San Diego Padres
APRIL 25 vs. San Diego Padres
MAY 8 vs. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
MAY 9 vs. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
MAY 10 vs. Milwaukee Brewers
MAY 11 vs. Milwaukee Brewers
MAY 12 vs. Milwaukee Brewers
MAY 13 vs. Milwaukee Brewers
MAY 25 vs. Cincinnati Reds
MAY 26 vs. Cincinnati Reds
MAY 27 vs. Cincinnati Reds
MAY 28 vs. San Francisco Giants
MAY 29 vs. San Francisco Giants
MAY 30 vs. San Francisco Giants

DENVER NUGGETS – All games at Pepsi Center

MARCH  7 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
MARCH 9 vs. Los Angeles Lakers
MARCH 11 vs. Sacramento Kings
MARCH 15 vs. Detroit Pistons
APRIL 1 vs. Milwaukee Bucks
APRIL 3 vs. Indiana Pacers
APRIL 5 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
APRIL 9 vs. Portland Trail Blazers

COLORADO AVALANCHE – All games played at Pepsi Center

MARCH 2 vs. Minnesota Wild
MARCH 4 vs. Nashville Predators
MARCH 10 vs. Arizona Coyotes
MARCH 16 vs. Nashville Predators
MARCH 18 vs. Detroit Red Wings
MARCH 22 vs. Los Angeles Kings
MARCH 24 vs. Vegas Golden Knights
MARCH 28 vs. Philadelphia Flyers
MARCH 30 vs. Chicago Blackhawks
APRIL 7 vs. St. Louis Blues

DENVER PIONEERS – All games played at Magness Arena

MARCH 17 vs. Ohio State Buckeyes
MARCH 24 vs. Towson Tigers
APRIL 14 vs. St. Johns Red Storm
APRIL 28 vs. Marquette Golden Eagles

COLORADO MAMMOTH – All games played at The Pepsi Center

MARCH 3 vs. Buffalo Bandits
MARCH 10 vs. Calgary Roughnecks
MARCH 24 vs. Vancouver Stealth
APRIL 14 vs. New England Black Wolves
APRIL 28 vs. Toronto Rock

COLORADO EAGLES — All games played at Budweiser Events Center

MARCH 7 vs. Kansas City Mavericks
MARCH 11 vs. Rapid City Rush
MARCH 17 vs. Allen Americans
MARCH 18 vs. Allen Americans
APRIL 4 vs. Utah Grizzlies
APRIL 6 vs. Wichita Thunder
APRIL 7 vs. Wichita Thunder

COLORADO’S HIDDEN TREASURE

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GOLDEN, COLORADO SHINES OUT WEST

by BRITTANY BANDEMER

It’s no secret that Colorado’s real estate market is booming, spurred by an influx of out-of-staters making the Centennial state their home. While many consider Denver or Boulder favorable places to settle down, they often overlook one of Colorado’s most beautiful and understated municipalities: the city of Golden.

Golden rests in a basin against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, below the North and South Table Mountains. On one side the city is marked by the prominent “M” for the School of Mines; on the other with the infamous “G” of Golden. Golden’s prime location serves as a focal point between Denver, Boulder and Evergreen, and offers a direct route to Black Hawk and canyon access – bypassing traffic to the slopes.

The city’s history is traced to its establishment in 1859. Proudly proclaimed across its welcome banner in the heart of downtown, Golden’s slogan is simply, “Where the West Lives,” and this declaration couldn’t be truer. This city is rich in history and continues to embody that spirit with barn wood trimmings, stucco-styled homes and architecture reminiscent of the Old West.

Yet for all its storied past, Golden is becoming increasingly modern, with red cobbled brick lining pedestrian walkways and immaculate landscaping  – lending the town the uniquely dichotic feeling of being in two periods at the same time.

While technically a college town, home to the School of Mines, Golden does not resonate with that trait. A top-notch university, The School of Mines was recently rated the top engineering school in the nation by College Factual. Clearly, the college is not home to lackadaisical students. In fact, these students are ambitious and disciplined learners, attending the university not for a good time, but for the most advantageous career achievable. While they may go out on the weekends to the Swig Tavern, students are more likely to spend their free time studying or experiencing the great outdoors.

Golden’s myriad outdoor activities attract athletic enthusiasts by the droves. Colin Endsley, an outdoor adventurer who has lived in Golden for a little over a year says, “Golden is great in that you can walk in any direction from town and find some trail to fall into,” and truly there aren’t enough trails to behold. Golden’s trails are perfect for hikers and cyclists – Lookout Mountain serving as a popular route for the avid cyclist – and the views from each trail are spectacular, ranging from downtown Denver to DIA and back to the formidable Rockies.

Yet the ample trails are just a sampling of what Golden offers. There are also water sports such as tubing and kayaking (when the water flow is safe) from the Clear Creek River, and fishing for Rainbow and Brown trout for the avid angler.

Of special note is Golden’s popularity for the extreme sport of hang gliding. Windy Saddle Park offers a great launch point for hang gliders, and these colorful contraptions can be seen sashaying down the mountain most Saturdays and Sundays during the summer months.

Outdoors aside, one of Golden’s leading attractions is its quaint downtown, a charming and unassuming destination for tourists and locals alike. Downtown Golden is privileged to have so many locally owned restaurants and shops that could keep the body feasting and the mind entertained for days. Home to the infamous Coors Brewery and seasonal farmer’s market, the area embodies everything regionally Colorado.

Notable boutiques include Spinster Sisters Co., which now offers three locations in the Denver metro area (Golden serving as its home base). Opened in 2011, its founder Kelly Perkins calls her products “an alternative to the witches’ brew of 

chemicals that many mod

ern skin care products represent.” From body scrubs to men’s shaving cream, Perkins and her team will keep your skin singing and fantastically fresh, no matter how dry Colorado’s air may be.

Sharing a storefront with Spinster Sisters is Baby Doe’s, a retailer showcasing relaxed and bohemian styles for the laid-back mountainista, as well as the craftsmanship of more than 40 regional artisans. Now under new ownership, Baby Doe’s offers a fresh look and feel that is sure to keep visitors stopping in to shop at one of the downtown area’s well-known establishments.

While the shopping is great

, the dining options are varied and delicious. If you’re looking for a good beer and a good time, there’s the Golden Moon Speakeasy and Buffalo Rose with live music weekly. If you’re following your taste buds and looking for superb dishes, you can venture over to Woody’s Pizza or Indulge Bistro & Wine Bar; Indulge has perhaps the best iced tea in Colorado, which they’ll bring to you by the pitcher.

When you’re ready for dessert, a must-visit is the family-owned and operated Gold Mine Cupcakes. Recently  named by MSN.com as one of the top 16 best bakeries in the U.S., the bakery offers delicious, made-from-scratch creations served fresh by an even sweeter staff. Gold Mine Cupcakes will surely satisfy your sweet tooth with its assortment of 35 flavors and specials daily.

With all these successful businesses and the city’s incredible geography, it’s no wonder people are choosing to explore and settle down in Golden. The once outdated homes are constantly under renovation and are becoming prime real estate for those looking to live the mountain lifestyle, while not sacrificing proximity to the Denver area.

In the future, more local businesses will continue to take root and make their home in Golden. Thoughtful development and growth will only add to the area’s allure as a destination spot for visitors looking for something unique and special, and locals wanting to stake their claim in this unsung gem of Colorado’s landscape.

MEET THE BEATLES

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By Angela Youngman

The year was 1967, and it was the Summer of Love in San Francisco. Hundreds of thousands of flower children gathered in Haight-Ashbury, and in cities all over the country. In London, similarly themed gatherings took place in Tottenham Court Road where experimental groups like Pink Floyd played, and at Speakers’ Corner, beat poet Allen Ginsberg spoke at a Legalize Pot rally.

     It was also the year a seminal pop album was released by one of the most iconic music groups the world has ever known. Fifty years ago, The Beatles released “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” containing songs such as “With a Little Help From My Friends” and “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.” The music world gasped. This was a visionary, themed collection of songs wrapped in musical experimentation, which included everything from Indian instruments to crescendos from a 40-piece orchestra, never heard in the context of pop.

     The Beatles already dominated the music charts. This was the era of the Merseybeat, when the Liverpool-born band was producing hit-after-hit. “Sgt. Pepper” was released on June 1, 1967 and was an immediate success, spending 15 consecutive weeks at number one on the American charts. Time Magazine hailed it as “a historic departure in the progress of music.” The following year, “Sgt. Pepper” won four Grammy Awards as well as Album of the Year, marking the very first time a rock album had done so.

    Not surprisingly, half a century later, Liverpool is celebrating the occasion in grand style with the Summer of Love Music Festival in the city where Beatlemania still rules.

     Almost every street in the city carries memories of the Fab Four, for it was here that John, Paul, George and Ringo were born and raised. This northern English city is a busy port, with its own very distinct character, facing the river Mersey and the gray waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The Mersey Ferry crosses the river regularly, just as it did when the famous mop tops played concerts on one of the boats.

     Today, you can take a combined tour of Mendips and 20 Forthlin Road, the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, respectively, where they wrote and rehearsed many of the early songs that made the Beatles famous. Walking through the rooms of these homes is like stepping back in time – almost as if the Beatles had never left.

     Walk just a few more minutes and you’ll arrive at Strawberry Field, the site of a former Salvation Army children’s home well-known to Lennon. As a child, he used to attend summer garden parties here. A replica of the red gate he would walk through is one of the most-photographed places in Liverpool. It was this site that inspired him to write the classic, “Strawberry Fields Forever.” Travel around the city and other images can be found – Penny Lane where McCartney and Lennon caught buses into town; a statue of Eleanor Rigby sculpted by another famous ‘60s performer, Tommy Steele; and, of course, statues of the Beatles. A Magical Mystery Tour bus travels to all of the main sites, and passengers stop off at each destination to take photographs.

     Then there is the infamous Cavern Club. Take a look at Lennon’s statue slouching against the wall before passing through the entrance and down the stairs for an absolute must-see on any Beatles fan’s bucket list. Check out the mural celebrating all the bands that played here during that incredible period: Gerry and The Pacemakers, Billy J. Kramer & The Dakotas, The Shadows, Stevie Wonder and – right in the center – The Beatles. The Fab Four played the Cavern Club 292 times in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, developing a sound that would eventually lead them to international stardom.

This is also one of the sites used by the annual International Beatleweek Festival each August. It features 70 bands from 20 countries, including bands such as The Original Quarrymen, The Bootleg Beatles, Cavern Club Beatles and Hamburg Beat. Another of the Festival’s venues has special links to the Beatles – the local church of St. Peter, Woolton, in Liverpool. The church was where John Lennon was introduced to Paul McCartney at the Woolton Garden Fete on July 6, 1957. (John Lennon had actually been playing at the fete as part of The Quarrymen.)

     Out on Pier Head, in the old Albert Dock, is another essential part of the Beatles legacy: “The Beatles Story.” Sit down for a virtual drum lesson, overseen by none other than Ringo Starr. Admire John Lennon’s piano, his glasses and scrawled sheets of paper containing the beginnings of some of the greatest songs ever written. Inspect George Harrison’s first guitar. And watch video interviews with McCartney, Starr, George’s widow Olivia Harrison and Yoko Ono as they recall their own memories, along with the countless photographs of screaming crowds, about the unique pressures the young musicians experienced. New on display this year are replicas of the costumes worn on the “Sgt. Pepper” album cover. Another rare display item is an alternative print of the album cover. It’s a little-known fact that Sir Peter Blake shot several alternative covers to the album, which were discarded in favor of the famous one. This alternative incorporates various alterations to the familiar collage background, as well as the positions of each Beatle.

     For the ultimate in Beatlemania immersion, there’s the Hard Day’s Night Hotel, named after the band’s first motion picture. Owners Bill Heckle and Dave Jones, who also own the Cavern Club and Cavern City Tours, live and breathe all things Beatles, having spoken to them, their families, friends and people who have worked with the band over the years. Although none of the Beatles have stayed at the hotel, Ringo’s son, Jason Starkey, and his grandchildren stepped inside a couple of years ago. Other visitors include McCartney’s brother, Mike McGear; May Pang, Lennon’s former assistant and infamous “lost weekend” girlfriend; as well as his younger half-sister, Julia Baird.

     Wherever you go in the hotel, the story of the Fab Four is outlined in words, art and memorabilia. This is a Beatles world where you can sleep in themed rooms, with original Beatles-related artwork on the walls created by “the World’s Greatest Beatles Artist,” Shannon McDonald. No two rooms are the same; each tells the unique story of the world’s most-famous rock-and-roll band, from birth to the present day.

     To complete the visit, Beatles fans can dine in the restaurant amid a plethora of memorabilia. Blakes Restaurant is named in honor of Sir Peter Blake, the pop artist who created the iconic artwork for the “Sgt. Pepper” album cover. All the walls are covered in stunning Beatles artwork. Also on display are 60 original items relating to the artist’s distinctive work on the “Sgt. Pepper” cover.

     What more could any Beatles fan want? This is pure Beatles heaven.

Vans Warped Tour ’17

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Westword Music Showcase

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Hurray for the Riff Raff

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Country Jam 2017 – A Quintessential Colorado Experience

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BY MARIAN TUIN

In its two and a half decades, Country Jam has built much more than a festival. This four day country music-camping-pool party-extravaganza is considered one of the biggest parties in Colorado. Celebrating their 26th year in 2017, they hosted nearly 92,000 attendees who welcomed to the stage some of the most iconic country artists like Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean and Thomas Rhett.

We had boots on the ground to give you an exclusive glimpse into this quintessential Colorado experience. One that has captured the essence of community that comes together to celebrate country music. Every year their community grows to include new attendees, but its core group thrives and continues to returns time and again, some of them for upwards of ten years. We met a few. They camped near us.

Country Jam is more easily described as an energy. It’s people who release the mundane restrictions of life and exchange them for a few days to dance, camp and party. For those who indulge, it awards freedom – of spirit, mind and body. It’s where the base instinct of humanity finds a moment to exhale and freely live life without schedules or limitations. For a few days, life is simpler and reminds those that experience it, it is a good way to live.

Country Jam is a place where megastars like Jason Aldean come to play and stay on stage well into the early morning hours saying, “I’m not going to do much talking. I figure you all came to listen to music and get drunk, so I’m going to play you some music.”

Jason Aldean at Country Jam

Its stage is a place where artists like Randy Houser expresses gratitude proudly to his talented band and loyal fans, acknowledging he wouldn’t be standing there without both. It’s a place where Frankie Ballard asks to borrow a hat from a fan in attendance to keep the setting sun out of his eyes as he performed, and is generously given one.

Country Jam is lighters to the sky, inspired by songs that promise a better day. It’s a place where a perfect stranger sings in unison with you because your bond is universal, it’s music. It’s hot, it’s dusty. If you camp, it is basic. Sometimes in between sets, you fall asleep. It’s okay. Many do. It’s essential when you are experiencing the unmatched energy Country Jam emits.

We learned that Country Jam is a festival that no review could encapsulate entirely. It is best experienced. And it’s certainly not too early to dust off your boots and brush up on your two step. Country Jam will be back for their 27th season in 2018 and has already announced Florida Georgia Line as the headliner of what promises to be another irresistibly danceable, star studded party.

Denver Pridefest

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