Cultural Concerts On Colfax

Aurora Fox 9900 E. Colfax 303-739-1970
All shows begin at 12 noon and end at 1pm
Shows are free and open to the public

For more information call 720-329-0869
Parties of 10 or more need reservations

Wed Nov 7th
Native American Month Tribute

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with story, song and dances of the Nations. This tribute is a colorful and pragmatic look into the heart and soul of the American Indian experience. Plains dancers and singers will be joined by Aztec dancers and storyteller Tonali with Picuris Pueblo stories.

Wed. Dec 19th
Historic Colorado Holiday A good old fashioned Christmas them thar hills! Join Julie Davis and Roy Laird for music and stories about midwinter in Colorado from the earliest days of the state.  Whether it is Christmas at Bent's Fort or high in the mountains in the early mining camps, riding in sleighs to community dances in little prairie towns, or homemade music and homemade gifts, the early settlers in Colorado observed Christmas and Midwinter as a special time of celebration and giving. Come hear the stories and listen to the songs of a time gone by.

Wed. Jan 23rd
Holi Festival of Colors from India

Take a journey into the wilds of India
Celebrate the beginning of the end of winter with festival Holi! This fun filled colorful holiday is a perfect way to start the New Year. Mudras Dance Studio, an award winning troupe will mesmerize and delight audiences with costumes, dances and cultural stories from the mystical land of India.

Wed. Feb. 13th Martin Luther King Tribute
The Black Hands Drum Ensemble and Grand Design Gospel tribute to MLK and Black History Month

A Martin Luther King / Black History Month Tribute with songs, music and story about the struggle for freedom and the spirit of survival. These troupes have become a Denver favorite. A show that will inspire and encourage all who dare to dream. Discover the power of friendship and the bond between people of all colors.

March 12
Hina Matsure   
Girl's Day celebrated Japan's day of the girl with story and music from Japan and the Taiko drumming of Toni Yagami . The coming of spring is a delightful time to become familiar with a little known tradition that honors and pays tribute to the young women of our community. A hands on demonstration of origami folding and storytelling from Mr. Origami, aka Carl Ruby, will also fold his way into your hearts

Wed. April 16th
An Earth Day Celebration

Sondra Singer and Helen Trencher
In honor of Earth Day 2008, Sondra Singer and Helen Trencher will incorporate ethnic folktales, songs, and Dances of Universal Peace  with the theme of environmental responsibility and awareness.  Tales from Bali, India, and Japan highlight environmental awareness.  The audience will be invited to participate in songs and dance movement.

Monday May 5 th Cinco de Mayo
Mexika Sounds of Ancient Mexico!

Direct from Los Angeles this award winning duo will bring to life the sights, sounds and stories of the Mexika people of Mexico. Performing on traditional instruments the mystical sounds of the ancient Aztecs and other indigenous peoples of Mexico.

Aztec dancers will also perform. This is the grand finale of the season and promises to be a great fiesta!

Community College of Aurora Cultural Series

All show begin at 12 noon in the student life center and end at 1pm

Shows are free Angie Tiedeman, Director of Student Life Community College of Aurora 16000 E. Centre Tech Pkwy, S101 Aurora, CO  80011 303-340-7524

Sept 25 th Hispanic Cultural Month

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month a very special show of music from Mariachi America de Jesus Diaz. From the heart of Mexico this show features old stand by favorites and modern renditions to swoon over.

Nov. 14th Native American Month

Calvin Standing Bear a Master Storyteller and Native American flutist will mesmerize the audience with story and music from the Lakota people. Come and celebrate the spirit of the peoples of the Americas with this unique and awe inspiring show.

February 6th Black History

Black Hands Drum Ensemble is a well polished and professional dance troupe that will bring to life the rhythm of Africa. A lively and colorful musical experience that will leave the audience breathless. Get your groove on with a powerful and action filled hour of fun.

All programs sponsored by Arapahoe SCFD, Community College of Aurora, Aurora Fox, Colorado Folk Arts Council, Rocky Mountain Storytellers Conference, City of Aurora Visitors Advisory Board and Aurora Community Relations.

All concerts are free and open to the public. Shows begin at 12 noon and end at 1pm.