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Filter PerformancesCreated by Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa Ensemble Circa reimagines “Swan Lake,” the world’s most romantic ballet, as a circus spectacular—full of the company’s signature…
Austin, Texas-based Asleep at the Wheel is a staple of the American roots music landscape, charting across four consecutive decades. Inspired by Western swing and…
Ray Chen, violin and Julio Elizalde, piano
Violinist Ray Chen redefines what it means to be a classical musician in the 21st century. Chen uses his witty and down-to-earth online media presence…
Step Afrika!
Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities, traditional Western and Southern African dances, and an array of contemporary…
Travel down the rabbit hole MOMIX-style with Moses Pendletonʼs newest creation “Alice,” inspired by “Alice in Wonderland.” As Aliceʼs body grows and shrinks and grows…
Blessed with “poetic and sensitive pianism” (The Washington Post) and a “wondrous sense of color” (San Francisco Classical Voice), pianist Joyce Yang captivates audiences with…
Christmas with the Canadian Brass
The world-renowned Canadian Brass is back to help Boulder ring in the holidays … with joyful brass music and merriment! With their signature blend of…
Nobuntu
“Nobuntu”—an expression meaning feminine familial love, humility and kindness—is a female a cappella quartet from Zimbabwe that draws international acclaim for its breathtaking performances of…
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 100 years of Disney through the lens of jazz. “Someday My Prince Will Come,” “Heʼs a…
Lila Downs
Winner of seven Grammys, celebrated singer and Artist Series favorite Lila Downs is one of the most powerful and unique voices today. With symbolic stage…
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Joyous, heartfelt and wonderfully clever. Beloved Artist Series favorites who are as hilarious as they are fiercely talented, George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain…
Zakir Hussain and the Masters of Percussion
Vibrant, illustrious, phenomenal. Zakir Hussain, classical tabla virtuoso, has established himself as one of the world’s most esteemed and influential musicians, renowned for his genre-defying…
Passionate, timeless, virtuosic. The Jupiter Ensemble, with mezzo soprano Lea Desandre, presents a recital celebrating iconic baroque composer Antonio Vivaldi. Highlighting his lesser known—but no…
Supercharged, daring, delightful. Saxophonist Branford Marsalis is one of the most influential and revered figures in music. The NEA Jazz Master, Grammy winner and Tony…
Intoxicating, fierce, a rock siren. What better way to experience the season than with Pink Martini’s punk goddess performing holiday rock and roll? Showcasing wicked…
Breathtaking, rapid-fire, original. Set to the music of Brazilian composer Ernesto Nazareth, known for mixing early 20th-century romantic music with samba and other popular Afro-Brazilian…
Emotive, exhilarating, inventive. Inspired by the power of wind and the tug-of-war between man and nature, “Zephyr—A Whirlwind of Circus” is the latest theatrical invention…
Among the world’s preeminent music contests, the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition exists to launch the careers of its winners by sharing their excellence in…
Danú
Authentic, fiery and wholehearted. Danú, one of today’s leading traditional Irish ensembles, presents a vibrant performance in a celebration of traditional and contemporary Irish music.…
Expressive, improvisational and swinging. On Feb. 21, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra brings a special night of music making to Boulder audiences in Macky. …
Ailey II
Sumptuous, powerful and jaw-dropping. The up-and-coming dancers of Ailey II are universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s finest young dance…
Mysterious, captivating and magical. In "Sacre," the world-first circus setting of Stravinsky's "Rite of Spring," Circa tightly weaves together powerful world-class acrobatics and dynamic encounters…
Cutting-edge, bold and deeply moving. The Kronos Quartet explores the social, political and cultural upheavals of American civil rights movements, performing works that highlight the…
The King's Singers
Sparkling, polished and sublime. The King’s Singers, a Grammy and Emmy Award-winning a cappella ensemble, ring in the holidays at CU Presents with the crisp…
Passionate, electric and soul-stirring. Throughout one unforgettable evening, award-winning artists Clint Holmes, Take 6, Nnenna Freelon and Tom Scott breathe new life into icon Ray…
Artful, whimsical and laugh-out-loud funny. Following last season's sold-out performance, Cirque Mechanics returns to Macky with "Birdhouse Factory," the simple story of daily life in…
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents The Democracy! Suite (2021)
Featuring the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Septet with Wynton MarsalisWynton Marsalis, trumpet/music director Elliot Mason, trombone Ted Nash, alto saxophone and flute Walter Blanding, tenor and soprano saxophones Dan Nimmer, piano Carlos Henriquez, bass …
Back by popular demand! Pilobolus returns for an athletic and arresting performance that invites you to "Come to your senses." Engage with childlike wonder in…
Known for its innovative, unpredictable approach, the conductor-less, Grammy-nominated string orchestra A Far Cry offers a fresh perspective on Mozart, Tchaikovsky and other masters in…
Cirque Mechanics' latest theatrical invention brings the lore of the one-ring circus to historic Macky Auditorium. With exhilarating thrills, death-defying feats and a bit of…
The holidays truly become a family affair when married duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy—two of the globe's best and brightest fiddle players—invite their children…
Hailed as "a brilliant musician and an extraordinary visionary” (Wall Street Journal), world-renowned pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard is as recognized for his unparalleled, powerful technique as…
Nobuntu (2019)
"Nobuntu"—an expression meaning feminine familial love, humility and kindness—is a female a cappella quintet from Zimbabwe that has drawn international acclaim for its breathtaking performances…
The legendary Chick Corea brings his Grammy-winning acoustic trio to Boulder. Powerhouse bassist Christian McBride and drum master Brian Blade join Chick for a spectacular…
Dorrance Dance (2019)
Hailed as “entirely glorious” by The New York Times, Dorrance presents tap dance like you’ve never seen. In Artistic Director Michelle Dorrance’s capable hands, the…
Israel’s foremost contemporary dance company, revered worldwide for its cutting-edge work, visits Boulder for the first time. Artistic Director Ohad Naharin’s transfixing piece “Venezuela” brings…
In the 18th century, the coffee house was a popular gathering place for brilliant minds and musicians—and nowhere were the sights, sounds and scents more…
Athletic energy, rich musical tradition and mesmerizing symmetry meet whenever this remarkable taiko drumming ensemble takes the stage. Kodo, named after the Japanese word for…
Silkroad Ensemble (2019)
Founded 20 years ago by cellist Yo-Yo Ma, the Silkroad Ensemble uses music to bridge cultural divides. The ensemble brings together musicians from all over…
Welcome the Christmas season with a performance of lively carols and other holiday favorites by the world’s most famous brass quintet. Clad in tuxes and…
She was admitted to Juilliard at age 5 and skipped her high school prom to play for Queen Elizabeth II. But Korean-American violinist Sarah Chang,…
"The classical concert hall meets the canals of Venice as this ensemble of early music virtuosi—along with Prague-born, Berlin-based Anna Fusek on recorder—invigorate works by…
Jessica Lang Dance (2018)
Jessica Lang Dance presents immersive works that celebrate the beauty of space, shape, movement and music. JLD’s crisp and contemporary repertoire resists categorical definition. Based…
Dee Dee Bridgewater and The Memphis Soulphany (2018)
2017 NEA Jazz Master and three-time Grammy and Tony Award-winner Dee Dee Bridgewater shares her journey in a musical exploration of her birth city. Opening…
This game-changing chamber ensemble,"revered like rock stars within the early music scene" (The New York Times), breathes new life into centuries-old sounds with brilliant, historically-informed…
Embracing Artistic Director Victor Quijada's unusual journey from the streets of Los Angeles to the barre, Montreal-based RUBBERBANDance uses the spontaneity of Hip-Hop, the refinement…
Lila Downs (2018)
Boasting a "cantina-classical" (The Washington Post) voice and delightfully eclectic compositions inspired by ancient cultures and her own Mexican-American heritage, Lila Downs is a singular…
Named in memory of larger-than-life choreographer Alvin Ailey, the troupe Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country's best…