Ellie Caulkins Opera House

Music by Giacomo Puccini Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Premiered January 14, 1900, Teatro Costanzi (Rome, Italy) The 2019-20 season closes with Puccini’s heart-racing drama overflowing with power struggles and vengeance. A corrupt chief of police has a cruel ultimatum for Rome’s most celebrated prima donna, Tosca: submit to his lustful desires, or trigger the execution of her beloved. Who will survive this web of betrayal and revenge? May 2, 5, and 8 performance at 7:30 pm May…

Community-Minded Dance, hosts 3 nights of live music with jazz and blues of the 1920’s, 30’s and 40’s where you can dance, attend workshops and lectures. September 17 through September 20 at Ellie Caulkins Opera House. This event is run concurrently with Lindy on the Rocks, and the Hot Night Fusion Weekend, two events focused on dance. An All Access Pass will include dance workshops in swing, blues, tango, and street dance. The All Access Pass ranges from $139-$239 for…

Acclaimed Denver choreographer Cleo Parker Robinson and visiting artist Viviana Basanta visited with Susan Gatschet before their premiere performances of “Four Journeys” at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Journeys, presented by Cleo Parker Robinson Dance and Denver Arts and Venues, September 25 and 26 at The Ellie Cauklins Opera House, is a bold and beautiful array of two World Premieres, a Denver Premiere, and a dynamic celebration of Haitian tradition. The Four Journeys, choreographed by Maesta Amalia Viviana Basanta Hernández, and…

Tosca Music by Giacomo Puccini Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Premiered January 14, 1900, Teatro Costanzi (Rome, Italy) The 2021-22 Season opens with Puccini’s heart-racing drama, overflowing with power struggles and vengeance. A corrupt chief of police has a cruel ultimatum for Tosca, Rome’s most-celebrated prima donna. She must submit to his lustful desires or trigger the execution of her beloved. Who will survive this web of betrayal and revenge? November 6, 9, 12, 14 | 2021 Performed…

Motown and More, featuring Cleo Parker Robinson Dance! From The Temptations to Lizzo, DGMC (Denver Gay Men's Chorus) celebrates a half-century of iconic African American pop music that has its roots in the distinctive sounds of the Motor City and now permeates every genre of popular music today. The concert event will feature the first-ever collaboration with world-renowned Cleo Parker Robinson Dance. The Cleo II ensemble will perform three world premiere works, choreographed by Ms. Parker Robinson specifically for this…

In a World Premiere collaboration with the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance and Denver Arts and Venues presents “Sacred Spaces?” The Fall Concert will have three modern dance works. “Sacred Spaces?” acknowledges and seeks to heal faith communities who have lost their sacred spaces. This work was prompted by the loss of three churches in 2019. Sacred Spaces? features original music by Adonis Rose. Music will be performed by members of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra and…

Rigoletto Revenge Is a Fool’s Game Music by Giuseppe Verdi Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave Premiered March 11, 1851, La Fenice (Venice, Italy) Verdi’s Italian masterpiece opens Opera Colorado’s 40th Anniversary Season, featuring unforgettable music, including the effervescent “La donna è mobile.” The jaded jester Rigoletto serves the reckless Duke of Mantua and his hedonistic court. Little does Rigoletto know the womanizing duke has seduced his naive daughter, Gilda. How far will Rigoletto go to protect his only family? Performed…

5,000 Years of Civilization Reborn A heavenly gift. The culture of ancient China was divinely inspired. Shen Yun’s works reflect this rich spiritual heritage. Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops, and an…

Natalia Lafourcade brings the De Todas las Flores tour to Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Get TICKETS! Natalia Lafourcade (born Natalia Lafourcade Silva on 26 February 1984 in Mexico City, Mexico) is a Mexican pop singer and songwriter. In 2005 she released Casa, her second CD, but this time as Natalia y la forquetina (the name of her band). Since she was very young, Natalia had a great interest in music, partly because her parents were musicians. At three years old…

Unlike traditional versions of this magical ballet which are usually staged in Slavic settings, Cleo Parker Robinson’s lush and innovative interpretation is set in the Hawaiian Islands, with the Firebird being an incarnation of Pele, the Goddess of the Volcano. Historic figures from Hawaiian history – including King Kamehameha and Queen Lili’uokalani – appear as characters in the piece, along with many of the traditional gods and goddesses of Hawaiian culture. You won’t want to miss this dynamic collaboration at…

Unlike traditional versions of this magical ballet which are usually staged in Slavic settings, Cleo Parker Robinson’s lush and innovative interpretation is set in the Hawaiian Islands, with the Firebird being an incarnation of Pele, the Goddess of the Volcano. Historic figures from Hawaiian history – including King Kamehameha and Queen Lili’uokalani – appear as characters in the piece, along with many of the traditional gods and goddesses of Hawaiian culture. You won’t want to miss this dynamic collaboration at…

DON GIOVANNI No bad deed goes unpunished Be seduced by Mozart’s classic masterpiece, Don Giovanni, a tale about a serial womanizer who cares for nothing but fulfilling his own desires. This opera will sweep you away with its fine balance of comedy and tragedy, showing us the road to hell is paved with bad intentions. Will Don Giovanni stop playing fast and loose, or will he follow his passion to a fiery demise? Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by…

DON GIOVANNI No bad deed goes unpunished Be seduced by Mozart’s classic masterpiece, Don Giovanni, a tale about a serial womanizer who cares for nothing but fulfilling his own desires. This opera will sweep you away with its fine balance of comedy and tragedy, showing us the road to hell is paved with bad intentions. Will Don Giovanni stop playing fast and loose, or will he follow his passion to a fiery demise? Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by…

DON GIOVANNI No bad deed goes unpunished Be seduced by Mozart’s classic masterpiece, Don Giovanni, a tale about a serial womanizer who cares for nothing but fulfilling his own desires. This opera will sweep you away with its fine balance of comedy and tragedy, showing us the road to hell is paved with bad intentions. Will Don Giovanni stop playing fast and loose, or will he follow his passion to a fiery demise? Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by…

DON GIOVANNI No bad deed goes unpunished Be seduced by Mozart’s classic masterpiece, Don Giovanni, a tale about a serial womanizer who cares for nothing but fulfilling his own desires. This opera will sweep you away with its fine balance of comedy and tragedy, showing us the road to hell is paved with bad intentions. Will Don Giovanni stop playing fast and loose, or will he follow his passion to a fiery demise? Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by…

We have exciting news! Ken Burns is coming to Denver! Join Rocky Mountain PBS, Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon for a special evening exploring the life, science, and art of Leonardo da Vinci. Buy your tickets here for the LIVE event! Ken Burns, along with Sarah Burns and David McMahon, will host a live discussion and share a preview of LEONARDO da VINCI, a new two-part, four-hour documentary airing on Rocky Mountain PBS on November 18 and 19.…