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This lecture/performance, preceded by a flamenco workshop on Tuesday, June 30, aims to examine the roots and meaning behind diverse dance forms by contextualizing them in a demonstrative performance followed by a detailed critique.
Enjoy a powerful evening of Spanish culture with authentic flamenco dance and live music by Sangria. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Co-taught by Scott Heron and HIJACK (Kristin Von Loon and Arwen Wilder). HIJACK and Heron share improvisational dance games from the creation of their new piece. Join us for this fun, spontaneous way of exploring movement and dance. All levels of dance experience welcome. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. during the Dance Festival, a lecture/performance series aims to examine the roots and meaning behind diverse dance forms by contextualizing them in a demonstrative performance followed by a detailed critique. Preceded by a workshop held Tuesday, July 7.
"One of the most enjoyable, language-defying performances I've seen in a long time." - Claudia Larocco, New York Times. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
The mission of the Colorado Springs Conservatory is to inspire, motivate, and challenge all students to aspire to their highest potential as artists and human beings through arts immersion studies and community arts advocacy. Their goal is to promote a respect for the humanities by discipline of mind and spirit, a joyful affirmation of life, and a passionate commitment to an idea. Recital to be followed by a reception. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Founded by Leonard Rhodes in 1995, the Pikes Peak Young Composers Summer Workshop operates in tandem with the New Music Symposium. It was created to provide an opportunity for young composers in Colorado to create music, attend workshops and classes with professional musicians and composers, and publicly perform their music. For information, call (719)593-1831, or go to
This seminar explores the feminine archetype of the "redemptrix" and its relationship with the Christian concept of the Second Coming. The discussion will be based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale "Twelve Brothers" and the Nordic fairy tale "Twelve Swans." Both fairy tales relate to how the younger sister redeems her brothers from their enchantment into birds (into ravens in "Twelve Brothers" and into swans in "Twelve Swans"). Attention is given to the psychological meaning of the various symbols in the fairy tales. In particular, attention will be given to how the fairy tales outline the feminine way of individuation. Participants should read both fairy tales and bring to class copies of the fairy tales. Includes lunch. Taught by CC visiting professor Ramon Lopez-Reyes. Call the CC Arts Festival office to register at 719-389-6098 or register online at
A diverse, international lineup of professional dancers who make up our faculty celebrate an array of dance styles, energies and ideas. New to the gala this year is Martha Graham Company member Yuko Suzuki who will perform the 1930's Graham work "Lamentation." Eric Handman will perform a dynamic piece together with his wife, Pamela Geber. Returning artists include Intuit, an alumni dance company from San Francisco and the National Chu-Bei Senior High School dancers from Taiwan. CC alumna Sara Joel will perform a bubble chair solo (if you don't know what that is, you have to come to find out!) while seven months pregnant, her second pregnant premiere at the Faculty Gala! Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
A diverse, international lineup of professional dancers who make up our faculty celebrate an array of dance styles, energies and ideas. New to the gala this year is Martha Graham Company member Yuko Suzuki who will perform the 1930's Graham work "Lamentation." Eric Handman will perform a dynamic piece together with his wife, Pamela Geber. Returning artists include Intuit, an alumni dance company from San Francisco and the National Chu-Bei Senior High School dancers from Taiwan. CC alumna Sara Joel will perform a bubble chair solo (if you don't know what that is, you have to come to find out!) while seven months pregnant, her second pregnant premiere at the Faculty Gala! Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Frank Brannon, visiting Summer Session artist teaching at the Press at Colorado College, will offer a slide-illustrated talk on the history and future of printing among the Cherokee people. In this lecture, he will discuss the Cherokee Phoenix, the newspaper printed before the removal of the tribe in the 1820s from its Appalachian homeland, in relation to the current development of a letterpress printing studio at the Oconaluftee Institute for Cultural Arts in Cherokee, North Carolina. This event invites discussion among those interested in book arts and Native American history as well as the history and technology of printing. Sponsored by the Robert G. Cosgrove Fund of the history department.
This show will have two solo opening sets, one by Murry Hammond and the other by Rhett Miller, both of whom are in the 97s, followed by the Old 97s full band set. Sponsored by KRCC Concerts.
The mission of the Colorado Springs Conservatory is to inspire, motivate, and challenge all students to aspire to their highest potential as artists and human beings through arts immersion studies and community arts advocacy. Their goal is to promote a respect for the humanities by discipline of mind and spirit, a joyful affirmation of life, and a passionate commitment to an idea. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Highlights of the 2009 Dance on Film Tour by the Dance Films Association will be showcased in this eclectic evening of international short dance films. Featuring "Mysteries of Nature," "Arising," "Of the Heart," "Lello," and "Nora." Find find descriptions at
The mission of the Colorado Springs Conservatory is to inspire, motivate, and challenge all students to aspire to their highest potential as artists and human beings through arts immersion studies and community arts advocacy. Their goal is to promote a respect for the humanities by discipline of mind and spirit, a joyful affirmation of life, and a passionate commitment to an idea. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Works by Ofer Ben-Amots, "The Joyce Cycle", Leanna Kirchoff, "Five Soliloquies" and Cherise Leiter, "Love Letters from a War"
Sponsored by The Colorado College Summer Festival of the Arts
Immigration reform is emerging as a hot political issue not only in Colorado, but nationwide. In this evening course, professors Eric Popkin and Hector Suarez will discuss recent history of immigration legislation, focusing on failed border enforcement strategies; the factors that propel migration from Mexico and Central America with special attention given to trade agreements; demand for immigrant labor by U.S. businesses; the current process for immigrating legally into the U.S.; and immigration reform legislation to be considered in Colorado and nationally. Participants will have short readings in advance to prepare for the course, and the opportunity to discuss the issues in a small group format. This course includes a buffet dinner, wine, beer, and dessert. Call the CC Arts Festival office to register at 719-389-6098 or register online at
This energetic performance will feature original choreographic works created and perfromed by our festival participants. Come and discover the next generation of innovative dance makers. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Hailing from the fictional Belgistan region of Eastern Belgium, La Fanfare du Belgistan creates tantalizing music using a variety of classic and exotic instruments, from trumpets to karbakas. Inspired by Arab and Gypsy music, La Fanfare updates diverse traditional forms by incoporating elements of trance, dance, and jazz music. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts, the World Music Series of Pikes Peak Library District, and KRCC Concerts.
Sam is enrolled in the guitar program at Colorado State University-Pueblo, where he studies with Benjamin Cantu. He has taken master classes with Manuel Barrueco, Martha Masters, Denis Azabagic, Ricardo Iznaola, and Maso Ito. Sam has attended the Bowdoin International Music Festival in Maine and the Hawaii Guitar Class in the summer of 2008. He teaches guitar at Rhythm Street in Pueblo. Sam will appear as a finalist in the American String Teacher's Association National Solo Competition in Atlanta in March 2009. Colorado Springs Guitar Society members may purchase tickets at a discounted rate of $10. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts and the Colorado Springs Guitar Society.
Jane Austen's novels have been the target of adaptations for almost two centuries, from the 19th century London stage to Hollywood and the BBC. Why? The class will look at the novel that some critics call Austen's greatest, "Emma," and ask why its characters, themes, and ideas have fascinated so many readers. Then we will look at the ways these materials have been understood, misunderstood, and recast by various films and TV miniseries. In particular we will study the Gwyneth Paltrow film version (1996), the Kate Beckinsale BBC version (1997), and the first-rate (in my view) "Clueless" (1995). Students should read and bring to class the Penguin edition, available in the Colorado College bookstore. The class will break for lunch and conclude with afternoon tea. Taught by George Butte. Call the CC Arts Festival office to register at 719-389-6098 or register online at
Colorado College is proud to host the annual Colorado Springs PrideFest Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 18, from Noon-4 p.m. in Worner Quad. There will be games, face painting, a bouncing castle, and much more! The Family Fun Day precedes the city-wide PrideFest Celebration which will be held on Sunday, July 19, in Acacia Park. EVERYONE is invited to attend! Sponsored by Colorado Springs PrideFest Committee, Office of Minority and International Students
An edgy, contemporary "Dead Poets Society" meets "Stand By Me," "Face the City" is a live rock, multimedia theatrical experience about an idealistic dreamer who leaves his high school past only to find roads of disillusionment in the real world. The last night of a high school dream is celebrated by The Painter, The Journalist, and The Composer as told by The Performer. The four teenage boys embark on a journey that takes them into the forbidden underbelly of East L.A., a fantasy flight on the "Rock Dragon" and an ascent up "The Bridge" that serves as a metaphor throughout the show. "Face the City" is the inspirational true story about redemption and the recapturing of innocence in a society that so readily tries to define who you are. With Jesse Wilson, writer/performer, and musician Mad Francis. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
An evening of inspirational song with internationally renowned contemporary Christian artist Alice Pegues-Miller. This concert features choirs, liturgical dance, and talent from Colorado Springs and Denver. All proceeds benefit the building fund of Peoples United Methodist Church. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts and the Shivers Concert Series.
Join us for a unique film forum that will explore questions of religious faith, an honest look at issues of injustice and evil, the moral challenges of being part of a global community, and inspirational stories of human courage. The forum features films from the 2009 Sundance Film Festival. Each film will be followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers and a time for discussion. Visit
Day one of this two day festival will feature music from Kim Wilson and the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Janiva Magness, Guy Davis, Lionel Young, and Grant Sabin. Day two will feature music from Bettye LaVette, Duke Robillard, Big Bill Morganfield, Lady Dottie and the Diamonds, Terry Quiett Band, Jeremy Vasquez Band, and Brandon Scott Sellner. Bristol Beer will be on tap, there will be a full bar, food vendors, and local artisans. One and two day passes available. Sponsored by KRCC Concerts, Heuberger Motors, & Bristol Brewery.
Under the direction of award-winning singer and teacher Martile Rowland and a world-renowned faculty, students present a series of concerts including opera, jazz and musical theater. Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Join us for a unique film forum that will explore questions of religious faith, an honest look at issues of injustice and evil, the moral challenges of being part of a global community, and inspirational stories of human courage. The forum features films from the 2009 Sundance Film Festival. Each film will be followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers and a time for discussion. Visit
The planet is warming fast with consequences to ecosystems, and human infrastructure and economy. Who is responsible? What are the consequences for us here in Colorado? In this community course we will address the earths energy balance, transfer and distribution of heat on the planet, the carbon cycle, local and global biosphere-atmosphere-climate feedbacks, and the impact of these on ecosystem services we rely on. This unique course will be taught through a series of short lectures, discussions, and hands-on exercises at the treeline of Pikes Peak, where the course instructor Miro Kummel researches the impacts of climate change on treeline movement and functioning of local ecosystems. Call the CC Arts Festival office to register at 719-389-6098 or register online at
Join us for a unique film forum that will explore questions of religious faith, an honest look at issues of injustice and evil, the moral challenges of being part of a global community, and inspirational stories of human courage. The forum features films from the 2009 Sundance Film Festival. Each film will be followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers and a time for discussion. Visit
The concert features sassy Diva Lila Mori and the swingin’ musical theater/jazz singers with hot tunes and cool treats! Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.
Costumes, make-up, lights - curtain up for the first of our four Vocal Arts Symposium Scenes extravaganzas from Verdi to Sondheim and beyond! Sponsored by the CC Summer Festival of the Arts.