See the tale based on the Brothers Grimm's version wherein, the King and the Queen survive the 100-year sleep to celebrate the Princess's wedding to the Prince. Choreography by Kristin Kingsley, inspired by Marius Petipa. Musical accompaniment features the Centennial State Ballet Chamber Orchestra. Audiences of all ages will be entranced by the artistry of…
See the classic play about an idyllic little town, a self-important mayor, a rat infestation, and the Pied Piper. Age 12 and younger.
See a play about four neighbors struggling to get along as they quarrel over a shared property line that isn't where it should be. Visit DCPA website for specific times. Recommended for age 14 and up.
Join in interactive musical storytelling that involves audience participation. West finds music in everyday items including homemade and recycled instruments.
Learn hip-hop with dance educators from Block 1750, with the NoBo Corner Library. Beginner class; all levels welcome.
Hours vary by date. See a production of The Nutcracker featuring two casts of over 170 children, pre-professional dancers, and guest artists. The production is set in Littleton in the early 1900’s and includes subtle changes every year in choreography, set design, and costuming. Colorado Ballet soloist Francisco Estevez and a female guest artist to…
Watch the Boulder Ballet perform the classic story of the princess and her stepmother, featuring the students of Boulder Ballet School.
See Iluminar Aerial's newest aerial dance production, Into the Forest, presented by their professional company. Join them in a magical, enchanted world and discover what creatures lurk among the trees.
Watch the theatrical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s tale of a sister’s love, an ice cold heart, and a fantastical journey. Proceeds from ticket sales will go towards supporting The Let’s Talk Foundation’s charitable works. Age 8 and up.
Watch end-of-year recitals from Boulder Ballet students. Dance styles include modern dance, character dance, and Pas de Deux.
Introduce young students to live theater with Jaws, The Parody, presented by BackStory Theatre. All ages. Tickets available at the door. $3 per person, Free under age 4.
Watch as the Colorado Fine Arts Association presents two of the most famous classical dances from India, performed back-to-back. Reservations required.
Enjoy a dance concert containing hip-hop, aerial, fusion forms, and improvised offerings by undergraduate and graduate dance students.
See Legacy High School students present their fall play about the comedic misunderstandings surrounding a man and an imaginary six-foot tall rabbit. $8.00 at the box office.
Aug 4-6 Times vary by date. Follow big-haired teenager Tracy Turnblad as she becomes a celebrity overnight and uses her new-found fame to advocate for racial integration. Age 14 and up. $22-$27.
Join the stars of Colorado Ballet under the stars for a program featuring excerpts from upcoming and past productions as well as other classical and contemporary works. $44/$32 reserved covered, $15 GA lawn.
See an original play presented by Out & About, a non-profit that provides opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
See live theater created by kids, for kids. $3 age 4 and up, free under age three. All ages.
See the musical comedy about a blind date that unfolds in real time. Other restaurant patrons transform into supportive best friends, manipulative exes and protective parents, who sing and dance them through ice-breakers, appetizers and potential conversational land mines.
See the classic Hans Christian Andersen story of Ariel the mermaid.
Travel back to the legendary days of ancient China. The Huns have invaded and it's up to Mulan and her guardian dragon, Mushu, to save the emperor. Age 7 and up.
Nov 24-26, 2 and 7pm. See a production of The Nutcracker with the Boulder Ballet, young student dancers and the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra. $15 and up. Reservations required.
Come see what happens when you blend beatboxing, hip hop rhythms, free-style rapping, and Shakespeare’s verse in a one-day workshop. Culminates in an informal show at 2:30 for family. Open to all levels and abilities. Ages 10-18. $65. Reservations required: https://cupresents.org/event/10118/beatboxing-with-the-bard/
See Jane Austen's story come to life in this joyous and moving play.
Enjoy a theatrical tribute to Michael Jackson presented by American Music Icons, featuring Jackson's hit songs, video sequences, dancers, and special effects. 1980s attire encouraged.
See the streets of Victorian England come to life as Oliver, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Age 7 and up.
Venture into the realm of the exquisite goddess of love, Aphrodite. In a tall office building on the corner of a busy street, Aphrodite is a switchboard operator who discovers that she has the power to control the love lives of mortals with a single phone connection. But beware crossed wires and best-laid plans, as…
See familiar storybook friends, including Little Red Riding Hood, Puss in Boots, and other fantasy characters attend Aurora's wedding, followed by a tea party with Princess Aurora.
Journey across the high seas to encounter dastardly foes, fantastical friends, and a symphony of treasure.
Enjoy four performances over the course of the month offering a variety of family friendly entertainment including a jazz concert, dance, and opera.
Nov 10 – Dec 30 Go on a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza fit for the whole family.
See the show about the 1934 S. S. American sailing between New York and England with a comically colorful assemblage of passengers. Age 7 and up.
See the musical that follows the story of the Andrews Sisters through their successful career. Hear some of their most popular tunes.
Open the 2017/2018 Colorado Ballet season with the crowd-favorite Dracula. Age 13 and older. $30 and up.
Watch students from BackStory Theatre's summer camp program present Hansel and Gretel, for an opportunity to introduce young children to live theater.
Get a glimpse into the lives of anonymous graffiti artists that will make you question the true purpose of art. Recommended for age 13 and up.
Attend a black tie, red carpet fundraising event to support the Legacy High School Theatrical Program. Hosted by ABC Channel 7 weatherman, Mike Nelson. $45 per ticket. Age 14 and up.
Celebrate Asian art and culture for the Chinese New Year. Great Wall Academy performs, featuring dragon and lion dancer, and Chinese folk dances.
See the man who is not your typical "pick a card, any card" magician. MacDonald takes you through a journey where the magic happens to him. This is an all ages show.
Join Jane and Michael as they journey with their pal Bert and 'the Perfect Nanny", Mary Poppins, to fantastic places outside dreary ol' London. Children under 4 may find it a bit long as a full-length production. $5 tots (0-4), $8 students (5-17), $18 adults (18-59), $13 seniors (60+).
Listen to a series of live readings about motherhood that take place in cities around the country, to celebrate Mother's Day. Complimentary snacks and wine are available before the show from 5-6:30pm, across the street at the Birth Center of Boulder, 2800 Folsom St. Ten percent of ticket sales benefit A Precious Child.
Watch the musical story of Lucha and Boli, who want to start their own all-female mariachi band but face numerous obstacles.
Enter the fantastic world of Dr. Seuss in the musical version of the popular book. Music and dance bring characters like Horton, the Cat in the Hat, and Gertrude McFuzz together on stage.
See the Tony award-winning musical direct from its acclaimed Broadway return. The uplifting story is inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo.
See the show based on the PBS KIDS TV series. Enjoy a brand-new adventure in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe where Daniel learns just what it takes to be King with music and sing-alongs.
Enjoy a creative approach to a classic favorite performed by children, including lunch afterward. Reservations requested.
Enjoy a mix of Hip-Hop, aerial, fusion forms, and improvised dance crafted by undergraduate and graduate dance students.
See a comedy series inspired by Homer's Odyssey. An audience-suggested song launches each playful voyage.
Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before. Dazzling ice skating, special effects, and unforgettable music will magically transport you to wintry Arendelle.
Enjoy a Moms’ Night Out event filled with irreverent fun, boisterous laughter, music, games, prizes, and a much needed therapeutic night out. $22.
Venture into the realm of the exquisite goddess of love, Aphrodite. In a tall office building on the corner of a busy street, Aphrodite is a switchboard operator who discovers that she has the power to control the love lives of mortals with a single phone connection. But beware crossed wires and best-laid plans, as…
Introduce young children to live theater with Perseus & Medusa, performed by students from BackStory Theatre's summer camp program.
See Fiesta Colorado Dance Company perform Hispanic song and dance. Bring a picnic and enjoy the show.
Watch a great romance from English literature get a wacky, rhyming makeover. Presented by Backstory Theatre Academy.
Attend a fast-paced comedy show featuring two teams of players competing for laughs and points, with a referee keeping things moving and calling fouls. An average of seven to twelve games are played during a match, drawn from a repertoire of over a hundred improv games. $15-$20.
See a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's classic where the fairies become the smart kids with science as their magic. Presented by advanced and intermediate student actors from BackStory Theatre.
12pm & 4pm. Join the Rocky Mountain Theatre for Kids and create the exotic land of magic and mystery of Aladdin. Age 3 and up. $15 adult, $12 child.
See a contemporary take on the classic tale of Cinderella with and some surprising new twists. Age 6 and older. $20 and up.
See the musical version of the beloved children's book written by Jeff Brown. In a whirlwind musical travelogue, presented by Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre, Stanley scours the globe for a solution to his unusual problem.
Enjoy a sensory-friendly performance of the show based on the Hans Christian Anderson story and the classic, animated musical film. For this performance, sound and light levels will be lowered; attendees are free to get up, move around, and leave; iPads and other electronics for therapeutic uses will be allowed; and fidget objects and ear…
See the show that combines stand-up comedy, improvisation, and visual magic. Chipper has twice been awarded “Comedy Magician of the Year!”
Sat and Sun @ 11am & 1pm Explore the folklore of Anansi, the African trickster, and watch the many ways has sagas are spun.
See the show about a young man of small ambition and even smaller confidence thrown into a confrontation with the dreaded Hairy Man himself. Ages 4-7.
Immerse yourself in Presentville, an alternate reality game featuring a mix of performance art, live painting, sacred Lakota quilt making, physical art exhibit, holograms, and more. Age 12 and up for costumed characters, mature language, and sexual content.
Enjoy a live music and dance event which pairs musicians and dancers in unexpected combinations, from ballerinas to high school drumlines.
See local resident choreographers ranging in style from modern, contemporary ballet, and samba. Look at how each choreographer works with trios. The next day, attend a master dance class and panel discussion.
Have a few laughs with comedian Allan Goodwin (aka “Badgerine”). Goodwin connects with his audiences–getting them to appreciate the lighter side of their own lives relating his own life experiences. All ages.
Kick off St. Patrick’s Day festivities with a performance featuring local Celtic dancers.
Celebrate Boulder artists at a variety of diverse events including public art exhibits, theater, performances, and more, in different venues around the city.
Enjoy a dance performance with the family.
Reimagine traditional Irish dance by going on a journey of a fallen hero and his rise to redemption. The cast of 20 Irish dancers and musicians brings the inspiring story of love and salvation to life against a backdrop of ancient ruins.
See the winner of three Tony Awards; a musical satire of the legal system, capitalism, irresponsibility, populism, and politics. In a Gotham-like city with a drought and a ban on private toilets. A revolution is in order, in hopes of freedom, inside and out of the restroom. Reservations are recommended based on theater seating capacity.…
Enjoy a unique new show designed to inspire people to make a difference in their community, with pop medleys, international dances and songs, and new and old original Up With People songs.
Introduce young children to live theater with Rumpelstiltskin, performed by BackStory Theatre's summer camp program.
Celebrate Mother's Day with comedian Steve Simeone performing an all-ages family show. Advance tickets are available online or by calling 720-274-6800.
Get carried away with life during this production that celebrates the passing of clown Mauro with tumblers, laughter, and players who celebrate a life joyously lived.
Times vary by date. See the musical about the comic strip heroine. Age 5 and up. $20 and up.
See the International Youth Ballet performing Alice in Wonderland. Bring a picnic and enjoy the show.
Dressed in typical 1860s attire, “Susannah and Jackson” tell stories of crossing the plains, interspersed with some of the best loved pioneer songs accompanied by guitar, banjo, fiddle, dulcimer, mandolin, harmonica, and autoharp. Hear about early Colorado pioneer women: Clara Brown, Chipeta Silverheels, Rattlesnake Kate, and Matilda Godfrey. Tales include Native Americans, miners, cowboys, and…
Enjoy one of the oldest continually performed ballets, about a peasant girl who dies of a broken heart after discovering her lover is betrothed to another.
See a performance of contemporary dance combined with Leonard Bernstein's melodies, including iconic scores On the Town and On the Waterfront.
See the play about Madelyn and Keenan who are NPR-listening, latte-sipping, blue-state liberals, while Heather and Jim are NRA-cardholding, truck-driving, red-state conservatives. After an unfortunate mix-up by their blundering fertility doctor, Heather becomes pregnant with the wrong family’s embryo. Now the two couples face sharing an uproarious nine-month odyssey of culture shock, clashing values, changing…
See the American mentalist, illusionist, television personality, author, and speaker demonstrate ESP, mind reading, telekinesis, metal bending, and illusions.
Follow Pinkalicious, a girl who turns pink from eating too many pink cupcakes, as she tries to figure out a way to get out of this predicament.
Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before. Dazzling ice skating, special effects, and unforgettable music will magically transport you to wintry Arendelle.
See website for times. See Disney’s new Broadway-bound musical Frozen, featuring more music, incredible stagecraft, and the epic story you love – now told as a full-length Broadway musical. Age 6 and up. $25.
Watch the the first-ever experience on ice from Cirque du Soleil. World-class ice skaters and acrobats challenge the laws of gravity with unexpected acrobatics.
Using music, props, and costumes, The Story Bakers turn student's original stories into sketch comedy and live drama skits.
Go on an historical trip back to the days of the Old West with reenactments of the original Buffalo Bill Wild West Shows.
Hear the sounds of big band funk with an updated reading of classic styles at the outdoor amphitheater.
See a show performed by teens, about teens. Lear about their own perspectives of life as they live it. $10 general admission. www.prairieplayhouse.com/productions/teens
See an excerpted version of an upcoming Spring gala performance of The Sleeping Beauty. Suitable for all ages, this is the perfect opportunity for younger audience members to experience ballet. Ticket price includes photo opportunities after the performance with characters from The Sleeping Beauty.
Sat. through Oct 28, 11am with noon lunch. Watch the Peanut Butter Players perform in Seussical, The Musical during its luncheon theater. Features many Dr. Seuss stories including Horton Hears a Who, Horton Hatches An Egg, Gertrude McFuzz and more. $15 includes lunch. Reservations requested.
Join the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra for a family experience featuring music from Harry Potter, Star Wars, Mission Impossible, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Titanic, plus performances from aerialists, acrobats, and an aerial violinist.
Follow Penguin as he figures out a way to fulfill his dream of flying. Based on the book Flight School from best-selling author Lita Judge. Performed in a sensory-friendly environment. Reservation required.
Kick off the New Year with a magic show by Matthew Brandt.
Watch this adaptation of an international folktale about the Goddess Isis and the God Osiris. Reservations required.
Introduce young children to live theater with The Three Little Pigs, performed by students from BackStory Theatre's summer camp program.
Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before. Dazzling ice skating, special effects, and unforgettable music will magically transport you to wintry Arendelle.
Times vary. Follow four Harvard intellectuals as they explore the human brain's response to race. Age 16 and older. $30 and up.
Learn about basic improv comedy skills and then venture into improvising sonnets and Shakespearean scenes. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 12-18. Reservations required.
Try playing a dream role that maybe you haven’t gotten a chance to play before. This one-day workshop culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm for family. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 10-18. $65. Reservations required: https://cupresents.org/event/10117/thou-art-miscast/
See a show for kids, by kids that tells a different version of the legend of the heroic Robin Hood and his Band of Merry Men. Age 7 and up.
Honor the ancient Chinese “Red Envelope” gifting tradition when the mall gives away envelopes filled with gift cards and center promotions. Decorate traditional lanterns and decorations. In Chinese culture, lanterns represent prosperity and letting go of the previous year. By returning to customer service to show off their decorated lantern, participants will receive an $8…
See a performance from students at Denver School of the Arts which explores what it's like to be a mixed race child in the current world, and how history applies to you when you come from two different cultures.
Hours vary by date. Follow Charlie Baker, a painfully shy Englishman, who finds himself in rural Georgia hunting lodge for a few days of peace and quiet. Young adult-adult audiences. $45 and up.
See a new work by Cleo Parker Robinson that illuminates the epic experiences and adventures of historic visionaries of the Americas uncovering lost stories that shape who we are today. The interactive demonstration and discussion helps kids understand and address issues relating to diversity, respect, and social harmony. Age 12 and under.
Get to know the characters from the 2018 Colorado Shakespeare Festival season in scenes, monologues, and improvised encounters. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 8-18. Reservations required.
See the musical that spans one day in the lives of 17 dancers all vying for a coveted spot in the chorus of a Broadway musical. Considered groundbreaking when it opened on Broadway in 1975, the musical went on to win nine Tony Awards and the 1976 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Today, it remains as…
See the show that follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rockstar posing as a substitute teacher who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing…
Join Frequent Flyers' student company as they bring Wonderland to life through aerial dance.
See the performance by Golden Dance Arts students, showing Clara's magical adventure to the Land of Sweets. $10.
Enjoy the story of a compassionate and courageous young boy and his unlikely friendship with a splendid yellow and blue-striped dragon. Presented in a sensory-friendly environment.
See the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale performed in ballet by Danse Etoile, alongside a mix of contemporary and classical music.
See the Centennial State Ballet performance of a ballet in a prologue and three acts, based on the well-known fairy tale.
Watch students from BackStory Theatre's summer camp program present Pandora’s Box, for an opportunity to introduce young children to live theater.
See the classic story, set in 1860’s Bangkok, of the unconventional relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher.
Explore backstage at the Denver Performing Arts Complex, the world’s largest performance facility under one roof.
See the story of Briar Rose (aka Sleeping Beauty), a headstrong princess, her best friend Gryff, and Prince Owain who competes for her friendship in this classic tale.
Introduce young audiences to theater with three short shows from BackStory Theatre Academy, based on classic stories.
Watch traditional, neo-traditional and highlife dance music from Ghana performed by a University of Colorado ensemble.
Sail off on a swashbuckling musical excursion as young Jeremy Jacobs joins Captain Braid Beard’s band of comical pirates and searches for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Jeremy finds fun and adventure on the high seas, but he soon learns that home and family are treasures you can't find on any map.
Join Dorothy and her friends as they journey over the rainbow in this professionally presented production performed by young dancers from Littleton Youth Ballet.
Tue.-Sat. Times vary by date. See a musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and a coat of many colors. $53 and up.
Enjoy some family entertainment with physical comedian Reid Belstock and juggling ace Warren Hammond. Presented in a sensory-friendly environment. Age 12 and under. $5.
Enjoy a dance concert featuring four emerging BFA choreographers using original dance to share their knowledge of archetypes, science, philosophy, and the natural world. Reservations required.
Times vary by date. Journey through four seasons alongside Frog and Toad while learning about Friendship, caring and what makes each of us special. $9 and up.
See and learn more about the art of weaving shadows into stories which has been around for a thousand years. Dance, music, and the duality of light and darkness come together to create stories of love and peace and countless others. Catapult, the avant-garde shadow dancing group has appeared on America’s Got Talent.
Enjoy the 25th anniversary tour of the ballet company's performance of the holiday classic. See larger-than-life puppets, nesting dolls and hand-crafted costumes. $28-$89.
Explore Shakespeare’s most magical moments. Bring wands, capes, spellbooks, and other magical gear to use in the performance. Workshop will culminate in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Ages 8-18. $65. Reservations required.
See the Shoppies make their theatrical debut in an original new live show featuring musical performances by Jessicake, Bubbleisha, Peppa-Mint, Rainbow Kate, Cocolette, Polli Polish and more. See an ensemble cast of multi-talented performers brings the show to life on stage through urban style music, song and dance. $25-$45.
Follow Pinkalicious, a girl who turns pink from eating too many pink cupcakes, as she tries to figure out a way to get out of this predicament. Presented in a sensory-friendly environment. Reservation is required.
12pm & 4pm. Join the Rocky Mountain Theatre for Kids and create the exotic land of magic and mystery of Aladdin. Age 3 and up. $15 adult, $12 child.
Follow Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write their own hit play - but end up writing the world's very first musical. Age 8 and older. Ticket prices and times vary; visit denvercenter.org for more info.
Revel in a holiday mash-up for people who have a love-hate relationship with traditional holiday classic shows. Age 9 and up due to mild adult language and revelations about the existence of Santa Claus. $20-$36. Reservations required.
See the show that brings to life favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination, Jojo.
Hours vary by date. Attend an afternoon with tea, sweet and savory edibles and harp accompaniment, a mini-Nutcracker performance and a souvenir photo taken with the Sugar Plum Fairy. The fundraising event is the perfect introduction to the classic tale of Clara & her prince for young audience members and includes interactive excerpts of the…
Enjoy a performance from Frequent Flyers Aerial Dance celebrating 30 years. Features new work in collaboration with live music by the electric string quartet, Spinphony.
Watch as Public Works Theatre Company revives the historic sideshow art form. $12 general admission, $9 Chautauqua members. Reservations required.
Join in a whirlwind tour of Shakespeare's greatest scenes and speeches. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. For newcomers and experts. Ages 8-18. Reservations required.
Celebrate the 30th year of the festival with a season of newly commissioned choreography and music. Events occur at various Vail locations. Visit website for location and ticketing details.
See the classic musical filled with catchy tunes. Tickets are available including or excluding dinner before the show.
9:30am & 11am. Watch Peter Davison, National Juggling Champion, dancer and physical comedian, perform amazing tricks with ordinary objects. Ages 1-5. Children 12 months and under are free. $3.
Experience Frequent Flyers Aerial Dance performance training intensive. These aerial dances are drawn from each student’s interactions with people in their lives and the broader environment, culminating in the ultimate interaction of sharing these unique aerial dances with the audience.
Enjoy a community recital open to performers of all ages and abilities, organized by the Broomfield Music Teachers Association. Age 7 and up.
Wiley is a young man of small ambition and even smaller confidence. Happy to lay around all day with his loyal Dog, Wiley argues when his mother tells him to venture deeper into the swamp to collect firewood. Hidden in the depths of the swamp is the notorious Hairy Man, a fearful giant who feasts…
Join Colorado Shakespeare Festival teaching artists as they guide you through an Elizabethan rehearsal process. On Dec. 2, participants will learn about “original practices” and receive cue scripts, which they will take home and memorize during the week. On December 9, students will rehearse their parts and stage a performance. Open to students of all…
See an all-ages, family-friendly show with rubber-bodied and dynamically engaging, comedian Bryan Kellen. Kellen's been called "America’s Best Up-and-Coming Comedian" by the National Comedy Hall of Fame and Entertainment Business Journal named him one of the "Top 100 Comedians in the Country."
See the new work by Cleo Parker Robinson that illuminates the epic experiences and adventures of historic visionaries of the Americas uncovering lost stories that shape who we are today. The interactive demonstration and discussion help kids understand and address issues relating to diversity, respect, and social harmony. Modified performances are geared to families of…
Experience five world-class illusionists who perform the impossible including disappearances, levitation, and teleportation.
Get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit with a special dance performance by the McTeggart Irish Dancers of Boulder.
Discover a whole new world at the hit Broadway musical where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite. Visit DCPA website for specific times and advisories.
See the play about an American college basketball team that travels to Beijing for an exhibition game in 1989. The drama on the court goes deeper than the strain between their countries. Age recommendation is 14 and up due to mild profanity.
Join Broomfield's community improv troupe, the Broomshticks, and other groups, for a night of original comedic short- and long-form scenes, created with audience suggestions. Age 13 and up.
Attend the event that brings the best equestrian talent together in front of live music from the Denver School of the Arts Orchestra. Enjoy an evening full of formal dressage, reining, liberty and other talent from around the world.
See the multi-award-winning Broadway musical as it makes a stop in Denver on its national tour. Age 13 and up due to mature themes. $30 and up.
See Phamaly Theatre Company perform the Tony Award-winning play about a twist on classic fairy tales. There will be a sensory-friendly performance on August 2.
See a performance by students of the dance school. Age 5 and up.
See a cartoon-like world in which a puffin and a girl become unlikely friends. The performance features “full mask” style of theater from the Public Works Theatre Company, in which actors express themselves through physical movement and puppetry. $12 general admission; $9 Chautauqua members. Reservations required.
Enjoy a concert featuring ballet in classical and contemporary styles, with excerpts from the Boulder Ballet’s season. Get there early and bring a picnic. All ages.
See the show based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin. The comic musical is about negotiation and compromise.
Sail off on a swashbuckling musical excursion as young Jeremy Jacobs joins Captain Braid Beard’s band of comical pirates and searches for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Age 5 and up.
See the original comedy that celebrates the honor, truth, humor and silliness of being female. Born out of the girlhood writings of the two authors, the show is a mix of sketch comedy, improvisation, audience participation, and hilarious songs and videos will remind you that underneath, women all have very funny and very charming feminine…
Find out what is entailed in putting on an Opera Colorado touring production. This sneak peek for teachers and parents provides an insider's look, the performance of Rossini's "Cinderella," and a chance to talk to the performers after the show who bring opera directly into schools. Reservations required.
Join us for this magical holiday tradition. Classical Ballet Academy and Ballet Mélange present this traditional three-act production of the Nutcracker. Guest artists include Liang Fu, Raul Orozco, and Alexander Glusacov.
Introduce young audiences to theater with a short, silly show based on the story of Cinderella, presented by BackStory Theatre's student performers.
Aug 12, 13, 18, and 19. See Parker Arts and Inspire Creative's "for kids-by kids" production of Bye Bye Birdie. Age 12 and up. $14.
Follow the story of Oliver, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse, as he discovers the true love of having a family. Age 7 and up. Reservations required.
See the play set within the context of a dispute over land claimed by two communes in the Soviet Union after World War II. The main action of the play consists of a parable that is performed to celebrate the decision in the dispute. The parable, set during a feudal insurrection in the 13th century,…
See the nine-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical, a musical comedy that follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. Contains explicit language. For mature audiences.
See the show that combines circus skills, mime, original music, and audience involvement in the exploration of the scientific principles of gravity, leverage, fulcrums, and simple machines. Age 5 and up.
See the musical that follows a scheming producer and his mousy accountant as they aim to produce the biggest flop on Broadway.
Nov. 30-Dec. 23, 10am and 11am select days. See a comedic interpretation of the well-known classic tale in which Jack trades the family cow for magic beans. Part of the Kids Kabaret series. $7-$8. Reservations required.
Days and hours vary. See an adaptation of the classic story.
Dress in your red, white and blue and join master magician Amazing Dave and his real life partner comedy magician and entertaining educator Connie Elstun. Age 3 and up. $5.
Experience a CU tradition in which student and faculty talent come together for a holiday concert, featuring student choirs, bands and orchestras. $20 and up. Reservations required.
See the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde, presented by Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre.
2 and 8pm. See new and innovative work from the faculty of the Aerial Dance Festival, featuring trapeze, lyra, fabric, invented apparatus and more. $24-$28. Reservations required.
See a twist on the classic story.
Noon and 4pm. Attend a family-friendly musical adapted from the Broadway production that won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Age 7 and up. $15 adults, $12 children.
See P.D. Eastman's book come to life in a musical dog party. Ages 4-7. $12.
Attend the musical celebrating the music of Thomas “Fats” Waller.
Watch students from BackStory Theatre's summer camp program present Frog and Toad Adventures, for an opportunity to introduce young children to live theater.
See the Disney classic that is a story of transformation and tolerance. A fable of Belle and the Beast, a Prince trapped under a spell, this tale as old as time is filled with friends and musical magic. Reservations are recommended based on theater seating capacity.
Follow the story of seventeen dancers as they audition for a highly sought-after place in the chorus of a Broadway musical. Age 13 and up. $53 and up (preview $36).
See the play set deep in a Florida swamp, about a father-daughter tale of grief, loss and redemption.
See the live stage production of the popular family show, featuing favorite characters as life-size puppets and costume characters.
See the story of America's Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway. Age recommendation: 10 and up, some strong language.
Fri-Sat 7pm; Sun 2pm. See a comedy in three acts following three different awkward encounters in Suite 719 of New York's Plaza Hotel. Age 13 and up. $10-$15 in advance; $15-$20 at the door.
Times vary by date. Go on an adventure with your favorite characters from the Disney-Pixar movies: Finding Dory and Inside Out.
See the show based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin. The comic musical is about negotiation and compromise. Modified performances are geared to families of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, sensory processing disorder, or other conditions. Age 12 and under.
See a fantastical Broadway musical in which the Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton the elephant and other Dr. Seuss characters. Prices vary.
Introduce kids to Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre to meet staff members, learn about summer camp, and play cinema games. Snacks and beverages will be provided and there will be raffles for theatre ticket packages.
Spend the afternoon with a bumbling apprentice, dancing goblins, and pot and pans spinning out of control. See Little Red Riding Hood and Puss in Boots, and appearances from other favorite characters.
See every type of ballroom and modern dance seen on ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars, performed by the show's cast members. $39.50 and up.
See the story about young Emil who finds himself at the center of a robbery. Aided by a rag-tag band of intrepid street kids, Emil and friends must catch the criminal, find the missing money, clear his name, and get the flowers to Grandma.
Hours and times vary. Follow the adventures of young Peter as he explores the world around him in a play inspired by the book. Pre-K-3rd grade audiences. $10; complimentary chaperone ticket for every 10 students.
Learn and practice all the concepts that make up musical theater! Concepts covered include acting, singing, choreography, blocking, staging, scene work, tech, production, directing, and more. For ages 7-12, no experience necessary. Taught by award winning instructor Shauna Marble. The series runs from Sep 7th into December, with a performance the last day of class.…
Counteract typical Valentine's Day festivities with some oddball love stories, Shakespeare style. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 8-18. Reservations required.
See a play about a talented flea circus, sponsored by the Boulder Library Foundation.
Attend a sensory-friendly performance of Seussical, the musical version of the popular book. Sensory-friendly performances are exclusively produced for patrons with autism, Down syndrome, and sensory processing disorders and their families.
Times vary by date. Be entertained by Tony Baker, a stand-up comedian and actor who has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers on his social media pages with his original sketch content and his funny voiceovers. All ages welcome for Family Friendly shows, all other shows are 21 and older. $24, $10 age 12 and…
Enjoy a Cirque Du Soleil performance which brings together acrobatics, theater, and clown comedy situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
Performance times vary. See this uplifting musical celebrating friendship, motherhood and the magic of a well-made pie. $25 and up.
Explore the story of Cinderella with this twist on the classic story. Ages 5-10. $5.
See the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning show return to the stage in a touring production. A re-imagining of Puccini's La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out.
Nov. 29-Dec 3. Watch a musical about the cutthroat world of competitive cheerleading and the fierce rivalries of high school politics and romance. Presented by Fairview High School. $10. Reservations required
Experience the classic story with acrobats, jugglers, and aerialists. Bring a toy donation to benefit Dolls for Daughters. $22.50-$36.50.
See the musical, based on the best-selling series of books by Cynthia Rylant. Enjoy a play about Henry, who just moved from the city to the country and is having a hard time finding a playmate in his new neighborhood. But he has Mudge, a 182-pound canine buddy, with whom he can share all kinds of…
Enjoy a humorous play about an insurance company manager who is under stress and develops type 2 diabetes, and how his family responds to the situation. Ticket price TBD. Age 10 and up.
Watch action-packed basketball artistry and ball handling skills. New this season: The Globetrotters debut their new 4-point line, 30 feet from the basket.
See this classic musical comedy featuring big ensemble numbers and tons of dancing, including tap. Age 7 and up. Reservations required.
See two Ballet Ariel presentations. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi is an original ballet about the mongoose Rikki who encounters two dangerous cobras Nag and Nagaina. Aurora’s Wedding, as fairytale characters attend the princess wedding in the classical ballet ‘Sleeping Beauty’. $25 adult, $23 student/senior, $20 child.
Enjoy a 90-minute spectacle full of magic and illusion. Age 4 and up.
Enjoy witty, fun and one-of-a-kind stories from actor Rob Lowe's life. All ages. $35 and up.
Enjoy a hiking play presented by Arts in the Open, featuring puppets, singing, mock combat, and more. The hike is approximately two miles in length; bring a camping chair or blanket to sit on while watching the scenes.
Hours vary by date. See the show that unites some of Marvel’s greatest Super Heroes including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Black Panther, Hulk and Black Widow against some of the most threatening villains. Witness cutting-edge special effects, aerial stunts and video projection. $20 and up.
See dizzying spins, fast-paced footwork, immersive emotions, and dynamic drumming come together in this kid-friendly presentation of the Indian classical dance form of Kathak. Celebrate Holi, the Indian Festival of Colors. Reservations required. Adults and children age 12 and under.
See Lionheart Youth Theatre present a new work inspired by the classic, Peter and the Wolf, with large-scale puppetry by Glass Half Full Theatre and a new instrumental score by Mother Falcon.
Learn of jazz legend Billie Holiday's troubled life story through the songs that made her famous, including "God Bless the Child," "What a Little Moonlight Can Do," and "Taint Nobody's Biz-ness." Age 17 and up.
Explore how to make Shakespeare's stories interactive and invite the audience to participate in the story and the performance. The workshop culminates in a 2:30pm showing for friends and families. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 10-18. Reservations required. $65 (scholarships available).
See a film through the Mizel Arts & Culture Center’s Annual Film Festival exploring the extraordinary lives of Hans and Margret Rey, the authors of the beloved Curious George children's books. Ages 10 and older.
Enjoy live entertainment featuring the band After Midnight, in the heart of Highlands Ranch.
See a play based on The Who's iconic 1969 rock concept album. Tommy and his family give new voice to The Who’s classic stadium rock as they navigate the troubles and joys of being alive. Visit DCPA website for specific times. Recommended for age 14 and up.
See the musical that tells the classic tale of a wacky, but kind, doctor who can talk to animals, presented by Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre.
See Foothills Theater Company's presentation of The Comedy of Errors. Seating is on grass, glass containers are prohibited, and dogs are welcome on leash only.
See the musical based on the Roald Dahl book, about a courageous journey filled with befriending magical creatures and larger-than-life self-discovery. Reservations are recommended based on theater seating capacity.
Enjoy a story book ballet based on the story by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, presented by Danse Etoile Ballet. Age 4 and up.
See the explosive, inventive, witty, and unique percussion sensation. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.
Enjoy some family entertainment with physical comedian Reid Belstock and juggling ace Warren Hammond. Age 12 and under. $5.
Enjoy a student choreography showcase by the Live Love Dance Company Dancers, ages 13 to 15. All proceeds benefit The Gift of Dance scholarship fund which provides dance costumes, shoes, and attire to children in need. Age 3 and up.
Attend a festival of hip hop dance theatre showcasing the very best from around the world and around the corner. Curated and hosted by UK hip hop pioneer Jonzi D, experience performances from world champion b-boy crews to cutting edge street dance companies - live on stage. Spilling off stage and taking over the whole…
Watch the performance that tells ancient legends with technological innovations, historically authentic costumes, and animated backdrops. Storytelling is done through classical Chinese dance, sharing diverse ethnic and folk traditions. Age 5 and up.
Attend the performance by the comedian who is the voice of teachers across the globe. Educators get a lesson in the funniest ways to express their worst frustrations with Eddie B’s uncensored, raw, and realistic portrayal of a teacher’s hectic life, from the point of view of an actual teacher.
Enjoy a silly, interactive adaptation of the classic tale of shipwreck and survival on an uninhabited island. Children are selected from the audience to play certain roles. Each performance is followed by a question and answer session with the actors. Reservations required.
Watch as the Montreal-based RubberbanDance group combines hip-hop, ballet, and contemporary dance in one performance. Reservations required.
Join in an interactive performance by the Elite Dance Academy community dance troupe, featuring a variety of routines including jungle, fairy, and under the sea themes.
Enjoy a full day of theatrical activities including classes in music, acting, dance, and more, on select BVSD no-school days. Camps end in a final presentation for family and friends. Ages 5-10. Reservations required.
Watch muttin' bustin' and an appearance by Niki Flundra.
Hear songs and stories by Susannah and Jackson—dressed in typical 1860s attire—about crossing the plains. Tales include early Colorado pioneer women, Native Americans, miners, cowboys, and ranchers. Age 4 and up.
Experience a moderate two-mile hike on the Enchanted Mesa Trail while scenes from the play are performed along the way, presented by Arts in the Open. Audience members are encouraged to bring camping chairs or blankets.
Enjoy a reception, silent auction, cocktails and hors d'euvres followed by a performance and meet-and-greet with the dancers. This show features a little of everything from Dance Etoile: classical variations, student pieces, guest musicians, and new pieces by Artistic Director Marie-Jose Payannet.
See the play about parents who have high hopes for their precocious 4-year-old who happens to prefer Cinderella to GI Joe. As Alex and Greg navigate their roles as parents, a rift grows between them, one that forces them to confront their own concerns about what’s best for Jake, and each other. Children under age…
Enjoy the tradition of Irish step dancing, performed by the Bennett School of Irish Step Dance.
Jump to the beat with your friends on Sesame Street! This all-new interactive show unfolds on one of the world's most famous streets at the funniest, furriest party in the neighborhood.
Fri. and Sat. 8pm. See an adaptation of the classic film with an outer space twist in this joint effort of The Bug Theatre and Paper Cat Films.Best for older teens. $15 in advance for students, seniors and military. $18 general admission at the door or $15 if dressed like a zombie.
Enjoy the culture of the Polynesian Islands from the 1940s and 50s. Age 11 and up.
Watch favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life on stage, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination, Jojo.
Performance times vary. See the modern-day Christmas classic come to life. $25 and up.
See excerpts from Ballet Ariel's season including Aurora’s Wedding from Sleeping Beauty, and a collection of new works from Ballet Ariel's talented choreographers.
See the Tony-winning musical that upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (aka Peter Pan).
See the performance about the goddess of love, Aphrodite. In a tall office building on the corner of a busy street, Aphrodite is a switchboard operator who discovers that she has the power to control the love lives of mortals with a single phone connection. But beware crossed wires and best-laid plans, as meddling may…
See website for times. See a one-man fusion of theater and stand-up, covering everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. Contains adult themes and content. $39 and up.
See comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham perform as part of his latest North American tour. Reservations required.
