Arts and Entertainment

SAN JUAN SYMPHONY TO PRESENT “COMMUNITY” CONCERT ON NOV. 19 IN FARMINGTON AND NOV. 20 IN DURANGO

Image:SAN JUAN SYMPHONY TO PRESENT “COMMUNITY” CONCERT ON NOV. 20 IN DURANGO Featuring soprano Gemma Kavanagh with the Durango Choral Society and Caliente choristers The San Juan Symphony will present the second concert of its 2011-12 Season of Appreciation entitled “Community” with world-class soprano and Durango resident Gemma Kavanagh, as well as chorus members from Durango and Farmington, on Saturday,...

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The Community Concert Hall welcomes Classic Albums Live performing Fleetwood Mac’s timeless album Rumours Nov. 15
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The Community Concert Hall welcomes Classic Albums Live performing Fleetwood Mac’s timeless album Rumours Nov. 15

The Community Concert Hall welcomes Classic Albums Live, performing Fleetwood Mac’s timeless album Rumours Nov. 15   DURANGO, Colo. – Fleetwood Mac’s timeless album Rumours will be recreated at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College when the premier performing arts group Classic Albums Live takes the stage Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011, 7 p.m. Classic Albums Live selects classic albums and recreates them live on...

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Dancing Earth, to perform Nov. 11 at the Community Concert Hall

Image:Dancing Earth, to perform Nov. 11 at the Community Concert Hall DURANGO, Colo. – The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes the nation’s premier indigenous contemporary dance collective Dancing Earth, performing its new, original work, “Of Bodies of Elements,” Friday, Nov. 11, 2011, 7 p.m. The company will also host two Master Classes/Community Outreach programs on Tuesday, Nov. 8 (at the...

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Sorrel Sky Artist Former U.S. Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell Receives Prestigious Awards From the Japanese Emperor and The Autry National Center

Image:Sorrel Sky Artist Former U.S. Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell Receives Prestigious Awards From the Japanese Emperor and The Autry National Center Durango, CO – Sorrel Sky Gallery Artist Former U.S. Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell has been honored by Emperor Akihito of Japan with the Order of the Rising Sun, the second highest honor given to a non Japanese citizen. Campbell, having served the state of Colorado in the U.S....

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Comedy returns to the Community Concert Hall on Nov. 5, as “The Stand-Up Dads” take the stage

Image:Comedy returns to the Community Concert Hall onNov. 5, as “The Stand-Up Dads” take the stage DURANGO, Colo. – Billed as “Comedy for parents by parents,” The Stand-Up Dads will take the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011 with a 7:30 p.m. show. Said to explore the grist of fatherhood and suburban life, from child birth to adolescence and more, The...

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Durango Meets Nepal

Pager item text :Durango Meets NepalImage:Durango Meets Nepal   Durango residents and tourists are so happy that Karma Bhotia decided to open a restaurant here four years ago. The Himalayan Kitchen on 10th & Main remains a constant favorite due to the delicious food, friendly staff and beautiful atmosphere. Some of the “secrets”, in his recipes are the use of fresh herbs and spices. Bhotia uses fresh tomatoes,...

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Award-winning instrumentalist and singer Julie Fowlis returns Nov. 2 to the Community Concert Hall with “Music of the Scottish Isles”
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Award-winning instrumentalist and singer Julie Fowlis returns Nov. 2 to the Community Concert Hall with “Music of the Scottish Isles”

Image:Award-winning instrumentalist and singer Julie Fowlis returns Nov. 2 to the Community Concert Hall with “Music of the Scottish Isles” DURANGO, Colo. – Scottish instrumentalist and singer Julie Fowlis (FOE-liss) returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Wednesday, Nov. 2, with “Music of the Scottish Isles.” Durango is one of only 12 stops on Fowlis’ current US tour....

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FLC Percussion Ensemble to Perform at Library

Image:FLC Percussion Ensemble to Perform at Library Durango, CO:  On Tuesday, November 1st, the Durango Public Library will host a performance by the Fort Lewis College Percussion Ensemble from 12:00-1:00 p.m.  Exciting rhythms from Africa and Brazil will be performed on traditional instruments, as the audience is treated to the celebratory music of a West African ceremony and a Samba street parade.  Dancing is...

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“Railroaded” Next Up in Library’s Film Noir Series

Image:”Railroaded” Next Up in Library’s Film Noir Series Durango, CO:  The Durango Public Library continues its film series “Death on the Cheap: The Killer B’s of Film Noir” on Wednesday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. with a screening of “Railroaded.”  Starring John Ireland and Hugh Beaumont, and considered more crime-thriller than noir, this B features lots of close ups, off kilter...

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“Railroaded” Next Up in Library’s Film Noir Series

Image:”Railroaded” Next Up in Library’s Film Noir Series Durango, CO:  The Durango Public Library continues its film series “Death on the Cheap: The Killer B’s of Film Noir” on Wednesday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. with a screening of “Railroaded.”  Starring John Ireland and Hugh Beaumont, and considered more crime-thriller than noir, this B features lots of close ups, off kilter...

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SASO to Host the Third Annual Collaborative Chef Showcase

Image:SASO to Host Third Annual Collaborative Chef Showcase Durango, CO – Sexual Assault Services Organization (SASO), is proud to present the Third annual Collaborative Chef’s Showcase, which will take place on November 10, 2011 at the Henry Strater Theatre. This year’s event features a 6 course meal paired with fine wines, and all proceeds will benefit Sexual Assault Services Organization. 2011 participating...

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Acoustic rock/reggae artist Trevor Hall to perform Oct. 29 Community Concert Hall show features special guest Cas Haley
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Acoustic rock/reggae artist Trevor Hall to perform Oct. 29 Community Concert Hall show features special guest Cas Haley

Image:Acoustic rock/reggae artist Trevor Hall performs Community Concert Hall show features special guest Cas Haley  DURANGO, Colo. – Trevor Hall, called a breath of fresh air in today’s music scene, comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, 7:30 p.m. Special guest Cas Haley will open the show.A singer/songwriter/guitarist, Trevor Hall embodies a soulfulness, depth and passion...

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ROCKY HORROR SHOW LIVE ON STAGE Takes a 50s Twist—at the Henry Strater Theatre October 27th, 28th & 29th

Image:ROCKY HORROR SHOW LIVE ON STAGE Takes a 50s Twist-at the Henry Strater TheatreOctober 27th, 28th & 29th Durango, Color. Once again the Henry Strater Theatre presents Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show: Live On Stage with an all-star local and out-of-town cast performing. This is the fourth year the Henry Strater Theatre has brought the Rocky Horror Show: Live On Stage to Durango. Performances will be held...

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Déjà Vu – Ladies Barbershop Quartet vies for National Prize

Pager item text : Barbership Quartet Image: Summary: Colorado based Ladies Barbershop Quartet wins opportunity to compete in national singing competition! Déjà Vu – Ladies Barbershop Quartet vies for National Prize   Deja Vu will represent Colorado in the national phase of the Sing! Competition, which was coordinated by Developers Diversified Realty, owner of thirteen properties nationwide. Aspen Grove Shopping Center in...

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The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes Grammy/CMA award-winner Suzy Bogguss on Saturday, Oct. 22

Image:The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College welcomes Grammy/CMA award-winner Suzy Bogguss on Saturday, Oct. 22 DURANGO, Colo. – Suzy Bogguss, one of the most acclaimed female country singers touring today, returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 7:30 p.m.Bogguss remains a rare artist who continues to please fans and critics alike with her vocal style, musicianship and...

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Artist Spots Available for 2012

Image:Artist Spots Available for 2012 Durango, CO:  The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center.  The Recreation Center is currently accepting applications for artwork to display for December 2011 and for 2012 calendar year.  Current openings for 2012 include the months of January, April,...

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Library Kicks Off 2011-12 Spoken Word Series

Image:Library Kicks Off 2011-12 Spoken Word Series Durango, CO:  Henry James’ classic “The Turn of the Screw” will be the opening offering for the Durango Public Library’s 2010-2011 Spoken Word Series.  Selections from the novel will be read by Alane Brown, Sari Ross, and Judy Hook, with background information on the author presented by Shaila VanSickle.  The hour-long program begins at 7:00 p.m....

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Anaïs Mitchell presents “Colorado Sings Hadestown” at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Oct. 13
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Anaïs Mitchell presents “Colorado Sings Hadestown” at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Oct. 13

Image:Anaïs Mitchell presents “Colorado Sings Hadestown”at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Oct. 13 DURANGO, Colo. – Singer/songwriter Anaïs Mitchell presents “Colorado Sings Hadestown” at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011. Mitchell and Jefferson Hamer will open the show at 7:30 p.m. with a performance of Child Ballads.A songwriter of...

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World-renown Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats return to the Community Concert Hall Oct. 19

Pager item text :Golden Dragons ReturnImage:World-renown Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats return to the Community Concert Hall Oct. 19 DURANGO, Colo. – Returning once again by popular demand, the Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats will astound and amaze when the troupe takes the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Wednesday, Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m. With more than 30 years of continuous touring in the United States,...

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Distinguished Art Alumni Exhibition

Image:Distinguished Art Alumni Exhibition Fort Lewis College Art Gallery Please Join us! Fri. Oct 7 4:30 – 6 p.m. (show runs through Oct.) Karyn Gabaldon…Tim Louis Graham..Shannon Lowry..Lorna Meaden and Victor Pascualwill share their recent work demonstrating the possibilities of contemporary approaches to ceramics, conceptual art, graphic design, painting and more. Music by Jeff Solon Join us as we celebrate FLC’s...

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