Arts and Entertainment
JONATHAN TYLER & THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
Pager item text :Jonathan TylerImage:JONATHAN TYLER & THE NORTHERN LIGHTS at the Abbey Theatre September 10, 2010 9:00 pm – 12:00 am 21+ Ages and ticket are $15 Contrary to doomsayer rumor, rock music doesn’t need saving. But a wake-up call is long overdue, and this is it. Actually, not just a wake-up call, but a joyous reunion of rock with its oft-forgotten prodigal twin, the roll – with papa blues and...
Maura O’Connell – Musical Explorer and Songwriter’s Singer plays Concert Hall September 18
Pager item text :Maura O’ConnellImage:Maura O’Connell – Musical Explorer and Songwriter’s Singer plays Concert Hall September 18 A singer known for blending Celtic and folk sounds from her formative years in Ireland, and filtering them through contemporary American country and bluegrass music, Maura O’Connell is called a captivating stylist, introspective chanteuse, musical explorer and...
Dodging Bullets – compelling one-man drama
Pager item text :Dodging Bullets at Concert HalImage:Dodging Bullets – compelling one-man drama In collaboration with the Fort Lewis Theatre Department, the Community Concert Hall presents the compelling one-man drama “Dodging Bullets,” featuring actor David Barker. Barker, who plays 10 different roles on a nearly empty stage, takes audiences through his interior and exterior life thus far, spiraling out from...
Uncle Lucius Plays The Henry Strater Theatre
Pager item text :Uncle LuciusImage:Uncle Lucius Plays The Henry Strater Theatre “Austin’s Uncle Lucius is one of the most generous interpretations of Southern rock and soul since The Black Crowes, with songs both Hank Williams and The Band would appreciate” – Center Stage, Chicago “I would now say that Uncle Lucius does Austin flavored country-rock. They take music to a place...
Ska Brewing Celebrates 15 Years of Craft Beer Saturday, August 28th, 2010
Image:Ska Brewing Celebrates 15 Years of Craft Beer Saturday, August 28th, 2010 Ska Brewing Co. will be celebrating its 15th anniversary on August 28th. In the craft beer industry, that’s a major milestone. Although the industry experienced rapid growth in the early 90’s, sales slowed later in the decade and many new brewers went out of business. Now, craft beer is on the rise again and Ska is becoming known around the...
The Deedles Play the Summit Thursday September 23
Pager item text :The DeedlesImage:The Deedles Play the Summit Thursday September 23 In a world thirsty for bands with a fresh and edgy sound, The Deedles are a breath of fresh air. No matter your musical taste, age or gender, there is something for you in the energetic, heartfelt and powerful music of this Kansas rock outfit. Emerging from the thriving Kansas bluegrass scene in the wake of their involvement with the late powerhouse,...
Inaugural Showcase of the Arts- September 10-19th
The first ever, 11 day event showcasing artists of all forms will be held throughout the community September 10th-19th. Durango Arts Center, presenter of The Showcase is introducing an annual opportunity for artist to exhibit their art work. The Showcase is for professional artists as well as the amateur, part time collector, passionist, enthusiast, and hobbyist. The Showcase of the Arts is just a marketing umbrella designed to...
Call to Artists – TOP a juried garment design exhibition
Call to Artists – TOP a juried garment design exhibition TOP entries are rolling in, but artists still have another chance to pick up garments on Friday and Saturday, August 13 & 14, 10 a.m.-1p.m. at the Durango Arts Center. To download a prospectus, visit: http://durangoarts.org/exhibits/top. TOP is a juried garment design exhibition and auction fundraiser to support programs for the Durango Art Center Artists who...
Durango Performing Arts Company presents “A Grand Night for Singing”
Image:Durango Performing Arts Company presents “A Grand Night for Singing” Roger’s and Hammerstein’s remarkable classics are brought up to date and infused with taste and imagination in the musical revue “A Grand Night for Singing.” Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie and Composer Fred Wells combine the timeless songs of R&H with fresh, innovative musical arrangements including a...
“Fridays at the Fort” Goes Downtown on August 6 – Concert Hall partnership with Alpine Bank brings bluegrass to the street
Pager item text :Fridays at the FortImage:”Fridays at the Fort” Goes Downtown on August 6 – Concert Hall partnership with Alpine Bank brings bluegrass to the street The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, in partnership with Alpine Bank Durango, takes its show off the mountain and to the street on August 6 as Fridays at the Fort Goes Downtown. A free bluegrass/Americana music show will be held 5-7 p.m. on...
Call for Artists – Toyed With :: A low-fidelity/alternative process exhibition
Image:Call for Toyed With :: A low-fidelity/alternative process exhibition Deadline July 30 -Show us your best “Toyed With” images! A juried photography exhibit for those shooting with toy or vintage cameras and/or printing in alternative processes. The exhibition will be held September 3-October 8 in the Red Room at Open Shutter Gallery (www.openshuttergallery.com), Durango, Colorado. Reception during Fall Gallery Walk...
FREE NOONTIME CONCERTS FEATURE FESTIVAL MUSICIANS
Image:FREE NOONTIME CONCERTS FEATURE FESTIVAL MUSICIANS Music in the Mountains brings world-class musicians to perform in two noontime performances. On Thursday, July 22 at 12pm, Three Springs welcomes brass musicians Byron Herrington, trombone, Christopher Oliver, trombone, Rob Graham, trombone and Richard White, tuba to perform at the outdoor pavilion at Three Springs Plaza in Durango. On Tuesday, July 27 at 12:30pm,...
The Band of Heathens plays The Abbey July 21
Pager item text :The Band of HeathensImage:The Band of Heathens plays the Abbey July 21 Americana/Southern Rock – Doors Open @ 8:00pm All Ages $15 – $20 Originally conceived as a loosely-knit collective showcasing four of Austin’s best up-and-coming artists, The Band Of Heathens is quickly becoming one of the most exciting new acts in American Music. The band’s debut album LIVE FROM...
Music in the Mountains Opening Gala
Pager item text :Music in the MountainsImage:Music in the Mountains Opening Gala Reserve your tickets now for the Opening Gala of the 24th festival season of Music in the Mountains at Durango Mountain Resort. The Durango Mountain Club at Purgatory Lodge will host an elegant reception with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 5 pm, followed by an intimate concert by Dmitri Berlinsky on violin, accompanied by his wife, Elena Baksht, on...
Bringing Back the Wild West: Gunfights Return to the Diamond Belle Saloon
Image:Bringing Back the Wild West: Gunfights Return to the Diamond Belle Saloon Historic downtown Durango will continue to live up to its name this summer, as The Strater Hotel and the Diamond Belle Saloon bring back the traditional western saloon gunfight. This staged event takes place at the Diamond Belle Saloon, which is directly adjacent to the Strater Hotel. The Diamond Belle is revered as Durango’s original...
FOAL (Friends of the Arts Library) at Durango Art Center presents Ann Dettmer Sacred Places of the Heart
FOAL (Friends of the Arts Library) at Durango Art Center presents Ann DettmerSacred Places of the HeartExplorations in Mixed MediaJuly 6 – August 28th 2010Artist Reception July 9 5-7 p.m. 802 E Second AveDurango Ann’s mixed media paintings and artist books are stunning. Dettmer a Ouray artist is best known for her evocative oil paintings, however her show at DAC will be some of her new explorations. Dettmer has been...
CALEB CRUMP’S DISCO PARTY EXTRAVAGANZA
July 10, 2010 10:00 pm – 2:00 amDoors Open @ 9:00pm18+ Ages$5 At the doorCome out to The Abbey for your chance to be on national television! THE CALEB CRUMP TV SHOW will be airing a 30 minute episode from THE ABBEY THEATRE! Join us for a disco extravaganza featuring DJ Caleb Crump!$5 Cover!!!Caleb Crump is an accomplished television producer, host, entrepreneur, and entertainer. He has created over 1,000 television...
Durango Performing Arts Company presents “A Grand Night for Singing”
Image:Durango Performing Arts Company presents “A Grand Night for Singing” Roger’s and Hammerstein’s remarkable classics are brought up to date and infused with taste and imagination in the musical revue “A Grand Night for Singing.” Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie and Composer Fred Wells combine the timeless songs of R&H with fresh, innovative musical arrangements including a sultry,...
The Local Passion of Elizabeth Kanahan
She has been painting her whole life, and always loved it but didn’t believe it was possible to make a living at it. Durango is fortunate to have so many local artists, and has found the passion within one of our very own. She attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro to study to be a dietitian after high school, completing two years before realizing that it wasn’t for her. She moved back to NJ,...
ECO LOGIC EVENTS AND PASSION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DURANGO GAY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL
Image:ECO LOGIC EVENTS AND PASSION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DURANGO GAY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL Weekend-long event highlights Durango’s world-class mountain bike terrain. ECO LOGIC EVENTS AND PASSION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DURANGO GAY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL Weekend-long event highlights Durango’s world-class mountain bike terrain.Eco Logic Events is excited to introduce the first annual Durango Gay Mountain Festival, a unique celebration...
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