Bravo Magazine – Summer 2021

BRAVO Lakewood’s Heritage, Culture & the Arts Magazine

SUMMER 2021

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IN THIS ISSUE 03 LCC PRESENTS

10 HISTORY EXHIBITIONS & PROGRAMS

04 INSPIRE ARTS WEEK 06 ART EXHIBITIONS

12 NEW INSTRUCTOR PROFILES

08 SOUNDS EXCITING! Summer Concert Series

14 MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE 15 PERFORMANCES

MUSEUM STORE Open Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Additional hours coming soon!

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After several years of hard work and support from the Colorado State Historical Fund, the rehabilitation of the Caretaker’s Cottage at Heritage Lakewood is complete. Constructed in the 1920s and original to the site, this quaint historic structure includes a research room, an exhibit about local heiress May Bonfils and rental space for small gatherings.

Request to visit when you schedule a building tour or stop by our Open House festivities on Saturday, September 11.

Watch for additional details in the next issue of Bravo. For more information, call 303-987-7850.

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Saturday, May 22, 7 p.m. • Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitheater at Heritage Lakewood

Ken Waldman & Willi Carlisle: Real Alaska to the Ozarks W

e are so very happy to welcome you back! Please join us for a lawn chair cross-country tour from the 49th state to the Ozark hill country anchored in a unique and beautiful setting.

Alaska’s fiddling poet Ken Waldman returns to Lakewood on May 22 with Ozark renaissance folklorist and multi-instrumentalist Willi Carlisle for a soulful evening of music, original poetry and storytelling. Ken, a former college professor with an MFA in Creative Writing, is a timely, published poet whose Appalachian-style fiddle playing provides a rich backdrop for his poems and stories. He’s been a visiting writer at nearly 100 colleges and universities, a visiting artist at over 240 schools in 35 states and has led writing workshops from Alaska to Maine. As a performer, Ken’s played from the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage to Berkeley’s Freight and Salvage, occasionally as a soloist but more often as the leader of one of his ever-changing troupes of nationally recognized musicians.

To our delight, Ken brings with him Willi Carlisle, a multifaceted writer, performer and instrumentalist who is, according to The Washington Post, “powerful...both downhome and brainy.” With a style forged in the fire of Ozark old-time music and his ever-growing collection of music and new songs, Willi provides musical stories that hoot, stomp and saunter through joys and troubles uniquely Southern and timelessly true. Equally at home on the banjo, accordion, fiddle, guitar and harmonica (to name a few), Willi has earned accolades for his versatility with performances in the U.K., Canada and across the U.S., appearing with acts such as Dom Flemons, Mary Gauthier, Los Texmaniacs, Carson McHone and more.

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WRITING WORKSHOP WITH KEN Ken will also share his craft in the workshop, “Four Writing Prompts: The Beginning of Four New Stories or Poems,” which will teach creative writers of all levels how to start a new piece, as starting is often the most difficult part about writing. Two workshops will be held at Heritage Lakewood on May 22, at 10 a.m. for adults and at 1:30 p.m. for teens. Each two-hour session is $25 per person. Registration is available at Lakewood.org/LCCPresents.

Together, Ken and Willi offer a roots music string-band variety show that’s fun, inspiring and full of surprises. The Boston Globe says it “…might tempt you to plan a road trip with a journal under one arm and a fiddle under the other.”

LCC Presents has more in store for you for the 2021/2022 Season. To purchase tickets for “Ken Waldman & Willi Carlisle,” which start at $27, and for more information about upcoming performances, visit Lakewood.org/LCCPresents or call the box office at 303-987-7845.

“Ken Waldman & Willi Carlisle: Real Alaska to the Ozarks” is supported by a grant from WESTAF and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Artists and programs subject to change. Public health guidelines will be followed, including capacity limits, distanced seating and mask requirements.

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INSPIRE

ARTS WEEK LAKE WOOD, CO

40 West ArtLine 40WestArtLine.org 40 West Arts Creative District 1560 Teller St. 40WestArts.org 40 West Gallery 1560 Teller St.

MAY 28-JUNE 6

CORE New Art Space 6851 W. Colfax Ave.

Lakewood.org/Inspire

EDGE Gallery 6851 W. Colfax Ave.

Belmar Library 555 S. Allison Parkway JeffcoLibrary.org Lakewood Arts Council Gallery 6731 W. Colfax Ave. LakewoodArts.org Lakewood Civic Center 480 S. Allison Parkway Lakewood.org/Exhibitions Lakewood Cultural Center 470 S. Allison Parkway Lakewood.org/CulturalCenter

Art inspires healing and engagment, and it enlivens shared experiences for our communities. This year, after a time of tumult and uncertainty, we are excited to bring you INSPIRE Arts Week in person from May 28 through June 6.

Handsome Little Devils 7140 W. 16th Ave.

Spread across Lakewood at more than 20 locations including galleries, cultural centers, shops and more, INSPIRE Arts Week will be offering free and low-cost arts and culture experiences.

What better time than now to safely experience the restorative, creative organizations and events that make up INSPIRE Arts Week.

NEXT Gallery 6851 W. Colfax Ave., Unit B

Red Herring Art Supply 6719 W. Colfax Ave. RedHerringArt.com

Pasternack’s Art Hub 6851 W. Colfax Ave.

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) 1600 Pierce St. RMCAD.edu

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Kanon Collective 6851 W. Colfax Ave. Landt-MaKenna Galleries 1528 Teller St. Liquid Metal Coatings 7015 W. 16th Ave.

Pirate: Contemporary Art 7130 W. 16th Ave. Alameda Connects 275 S. Sheridan Blvd.

AlamedaConnects.org Arts on Belmar at Block 7 445 S. Saulsbury St. ArtsOnBelmar.com

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park 801 S. Yarrow St. Lakewood.org/Heritage Rockin’ Block Party (See page 7 for details.)

Valkarie Gallery & Studio 445 S. Saulsbury St. ValkarieFineArt.com Washington Heights Arts Center 6375 W. First Ave. Lakewood.org/WashingtonHeights

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INSPIRE ARTS WEEK SUMMER 2021

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INSPIRE ARTS WEEK MAP Map is not to scale.

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Turning Toward the Light

May 28- August 27, by reservation.

Lakewood Cultural Center, North Gallery and Lobby.

For INSPIRE 2021, the Lakewood Cultural Center is thrilled to be hosting “Turning Toward the Light,” an exhibition by established artists Patricia Finley, Lydia Riegle, Janet Rundquist and Cyncie Winter.

Known for exhibiting their vital work together in a variety of public venues, these artists work in a variety of styles and rich palettes of color and act as catalysts, creating a branching effect where hope is resurrected and can find a true home.

Inspired by the words of the National Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman, “For there is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it,” this artist collective came together to present their timely and hopeful abstract paintings. Brought together by the common theme of celebrating the idea that art has tremendous power to uplift, enliven and fill our lives with light, these four abstract artists return to the North Gallery, offering their newest series of paintings, “Turning Toward the Light.” Through their individual and unique voices, these artists add to the conversation of finding “good” and lessening the harshness of a beleaguered world. In this way, they infuse others with inspiration and a sense of belonging to the world.

Edify: A Celebration of Teaching in the Arts

Artwork by Cyncie Winter, 2019

EXHIBITIONS AT LAKEWOOD CULTURAL & CIVIC CENTERS Book your viewing time today!

Visit Lakewood.org/Exhibitions or call 303-987-7845 to make a free reservation to visit the galleries at the Cultural Center and the Richey Gallery, located just across the plaza in the Civic Center South building.

On view through August 27, by reservation.

Lakewood Civic Center, Richey Gallery.

Lakewood arts provides exceptional quality in programming because of the extraordinary and diverse talent of the instructors. They have the ability to inspire students of all ages, and this show brings together new and seasoned artist/ teachers across varied mediums. Covering dance performances, ceramics, sculpture, painting, drawing and fiber arts, “Edify” explores the incredible depth of knowledge available to the community through Lakewood Cultural Center and Washington Heights Arts Center classes. View a video tour at Lakewood.org/Exhibitions.

Tails of the Painted Cats… and Dogs

May 28 – August 6, by reservation.

Lakewood Cultural Center, Mezzanine Gallery.

A local favorite, this group show highlights whimsical sculptures of cats and dogs and supports the efforts of the Cat Care Society of Lakewood.

Tails of the Painted Cats

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SPRING ARTS & POTTERY SALE Saturday May 8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park Visitor Center, 801 S. Yarrow St.

Saturday, July 3 Fireworks at dark, approx. 9:15 p.m.

BigBoomBash.com Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display, visible from Lakewood parks, neighborhoods and residences within a 1.5 mile radius of Jeffco Stadium, 500 Kipling St. A map of the viewing radius will be made available at BigBoomBash.com as soon as possible.

Subscribe to that page to receive updates.

Mother’s Day gifts • Mugs • Bowls Jewelry • Scarves • Paintings and more!

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The fireworks display will start at approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, July 3, and will be choreographed to music by MIX 100.

Tune in to 100.3 FM to listen along!

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SUMMER CONCERTS ARE BACK!

Rhythm & Blues JUNE 17

JUNE 24

HAZEL MILLER & THE COLLECTIVE

THE BROADCAST

From the first note, you’ll be dancing!

With a high-energy show of jazz, rock, blues and everything in between, talented vocalist Hazel Miller and her amazing band keep proving why they’re No. 1 in Lakewood.

Americana

Acoustic Folk

Soul

Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Caitlin Krisko, this psychedelic soul rock band hails from Asheville, North Carolina. Produced by members of Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Broadcast delivers an electrifying live show.

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DAKOTA BLONDE No stranger to the local music scene, Mary Huckins has been described as soulful and captivating with a unique blend of humor, authenticity and spirit.

The band has been playing their way into the hearts of fans since their first album in 1997.

Funky Rock ‘n’ Roll

Bluegrass

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ANDREW MCCONATHY & THE DRUNKEN HEARTS

GRAHAM GOOD & THE PAINTERS

WOOD BELLY

A blend of country and rock, yet radiating mountain spirit, The Drunken Hearts are a five-man band from Boulder, Colorado, who deliver a dynamic and exciting performance. Lead singer McConathy writes songs of love and loss that resonate with crowds everywhere.

Good vibes and captivating songs make their music the epitome of modern rock.

Telling stories of growth, inspiration and the brighter side of living, this upbeat Fort Collins-based band brings pure joy to the hearts of listeners and a feeling of hope that cannot be denied.

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Winners of the Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition (2018), Wood Belly is rooted in bluegrass tradition with innovations inspired by multiple genres. This Colorado band keeps a sharp focus on songwriting and their sound is warm, honest and always entertaining.

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THE POWER OF PERFORMING ARTS IN THESE CHALLENGING TIMES

by Community Events Coordinator Rebecca Gushen In 2020, the world of performing arts spiraled into uncertainty as shows were canceled, music venues went dark and tours came to a halt. Our hearts were aching for beloved mainstays like Hazel Miller and yearning for carefree summer nights at the amphitheater. But as we waited for news from Jefferson County Public Health, we, like many others, turned to social media and were amazed with what we found.

With their newly cleared schedules, musicians across the country got creative and went online. In a matter of weeks there was an influx of livestreamed new material and virtual concerts. It was as if the musical community was bursting at the seams, and we, the beneficiaries, found ourselves clinging to our computer screens and smartphones to stay connected to the outside world.

We applauded virtual performances by Graham Good, Britta K and Pennies on the Track at Lakewood’s virtual Earth Day Celebration. We tapped our feet to “Man on the Radio,” the 2020 album release by Colorado bluegrass favorite, Wood Belly. We were inspired by the powerhouse vocals of The Broadcast’s Caitlin Krisko from her weekly livestream performances.

“This unwavering determination, creativity and passion is what kept many of us optimistic through the most isolating months of the pandemic.”

Photo taken before the pandemic.

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 S. Yarrow St. Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitheater

summer concert series

TICKETS ON SALE MAY 6 Lakewood.org/SummerConcerts Enjoy the Beer Garden presented by Foothills Credit Union, local snacks and food truck fare.

We’re committed to keeping our concertgoers safe!

All public health guidelines will be followed.

As last summer wore on we were anxious to bring live music back to the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitheater in a safe and responsible way. In late July we followed public health guidelines to tweak our procedures and concert model to create the Lakewood Legends series, which showcased some of the most iconic musicians in Colorado. By leveraging our outdoor venue to create a distanced seating structure, residents enjoyed live music in a safe and controlled environment.

Time-honored favorites like Chris Daniels & The Kings and Hazel Miller & The Collective treated our audiences to intimate performances that brought the joy of live music back into our lives.

The positive feedback received from both our community and performers following Lakewood Legends encouraged us to bring back our Sounds Exciting! Summer Concert Series in 2021. We are excited to use the many lessons learned in 2020 to ensure your safety and enjoyment this summer.

We will be featuring some of the acts who missed their chance at the spotlight last year along with a few new faces we know you’ll love. We are committed to delivering amazing musical performances and are proudly prepared to tackle any challenges.

Join us this summer on Thursday nights at the amphitheater for a summer concert series to celebrate brighter days!

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Villa Italia shopping mall interior after opening in 1966.

THE SHOPPING MALL EXPERIENCE: VILLA ITALIA TO BELMAR On view through September 3, 2021 Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, Visitor Center Temporary Gallery

Hart’s Corner Hardware store on Morrison Road in 1946.

Free admission. Open Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Check for additional hours at Lakewood.org/Heritage.

The growth of suburban populations across the U.S. after World War II motivated the rise of the shopping mall as an economic driver and community gathering place.

Visit Heritage Lakewood to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the opening of the first mall in Lakewood, Villa Italia. Learn about the types of stores in Lakewood before malls took over, discover what was on the land that is now Belmar shopping center and consider the future of shopping with us.

Free Tour with the Curator Saturday, May 22, noon-1 p.m. Virtual and in-person options.

Register at Lakewood.org/Villa or call 303-987-7098.

Villa Italia shopping mall exterior after opening in 1966.

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HERITAGE LAKEWOOD PRESENTS Learn about Lakewood’s fascinating past with our team and other local experts.

Use the activity numbers listed below to register at Lakewood.org/Register or call 303-987-7098.

HISTORICAL LUNCHEON

Enjoy an outdoor picnic luncheon as we learn the story of local educator, Elizabeth O'Brien, and the mark she left on Lakewood!

Noon-2 p.m., Tuesday, July 13. $20.

In-Person: Activity #27F6201.

Virtual via Zoom (Lunch will be prepackaged and available for pickup before the event.): Activity #27FV6201

School photograph of Elizabeth O’Brien in the 1920s.

HISTORY HAPPY HOUR

Journey back in time with activities and fun programs!

• Lake(less)wood: Challenges of a Water Manager 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, June 8. $5.

• Weather on the West Side

6-8 p.m., Tuesday, August 10. $5.

In-Person: Activity #27F6202 Virtual via Zoom: Activity #27FV6202 Teacher Elizabeth O’Brien with her class at Washington Heights school in 1920.

COLLECTING THE PRESENT Someday, the hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic will (quite literally) be history. With the help of our residents, Heritage Lakewood has collected photos that document this unprecedented period. There is still time if you want to add your photograph to the collection: Go to Lakewood.org/Heritage and select “Collect the Present Photo Project.”

(Left) From Jennifer: Nolan Baker cut hearts from construction paper and hung them in his window, under the #aworldofhearts movement. The hearts provided a sign of hope for passing by neighbors. (Top right) From Wendy: A virtual Yelp event in spring 2020 with the restaurant Maria Empanada. (Lower right) From Anna: My husband Dr. Charles Little, a front line emergency medicine doctor and Lakewood resident for 20+ years.

The kids next door made these signs for him.

Thank you to everyone who has sent in a photo so far!

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Marsha Mack Classes: Hand Building for Sculptural Work, Wall Tile Workshops and more.

Marsha Mack is a Redline Denver alumni and Denver Westword Colorado Creative. She holds an MFA from Syracuse University and has recently exhibited at Leon gallery, Lane Meyer Projects and Juicebox.

Marsha is an emerging Denver artist to keep your eye on!

Her exceptional work is whimsical, humorous and delights the senses. Marsha will be leading the Washington Heights Arts Center hand building and sculptural ceramics adult classes, as well as offering off-beat workshops focusing on a diverse range of materials and techniques within the ceramic field.

Be sure to follow Marsha’s Instagram account @yaymarshamack_claytime and check out her website at marshamack.com.

NEW INSTRUCTOR PROFILES Daniel Granitto Classes: Drawing: The Art of Seeing and much more to come.

Daniel M. Granitto has recently joined our painting and drawing team at Washington Heights Arts Center, returning to his hometown of Lakewood after living and working in Chicago, Illinois, for six years. Daniel received his BFA in painting from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and has exhibited in galleries and museums spanning the western United States. Daniel currently works out of his home studio in Lakewood where he lives with his wife and two kids.

Daniel will be offering a variety of six-week classes, as well as introductory and topic-based workshops in drawing and painting at Washington Heights Arts Center and the Lakewood Cultural Center. Look for listings such as Drawing: The Art of Seeing, Powder Power: Atmospheric Landscape Drawing with Powdered Graphite, as well as introductions of plein-air painting and drawing/painting from photographs.

See more of Daniel’s accomplished works at danielmgranitto.com or @danielmgranitto_studio on Instagram.

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Anthony Morales Classes: Hip Hop I and Beat Making & Sampling Anthony Morales (Old Soul) is a hip hop producer, DJ and vocalist who draws from Chicano and jazz culture.

Together with beat maker and poet Jake Howard (J.HWRD), Old Soul has been recording music for the past five years and released various mixtapes and albums. Their most recent projects are “Hip Hop Is Everything Around You” and “Old Soul Era II.” Anthony teaches youth dance and music classes at the Lakewood Cultural Center. With an emphasis on house style, he introduces dancers of all levels to tumbling and hip hop as they learn to control their balance and coordination. In his beat making and sampling class, Anthony teaches the fundamentals of sampling, its history and the process of creating a finished project. He says, “There is something magical about taking a dusty, forgotten, basement dwelling vinyl record and resurrecting its sounds to bring life to new musical ideas.”

Learn more at rarecharacterrecords.com or @oldsoulera on Instagram.

Visit Lakewood.org/Register and enter an instructor name into the keyword search to view classes. Call Washington Heights Arts Center at 303-987-5436 or the Lakewood Cultural Center at 303-987-7845 for details and assistance.

Jessica Riggs Classes: Ballet, Tap and Modern Dance at the Lakewood Cultural Center; Western Line Dancing and Move with the Beat at the Clements Community Center for Ages 55+ A Colorado native, Jessica Riggs holds a bachelor’s degree in dance and a master’s degree in food science and human nutrition from Colorado State University.

In 2009, she founded Life/Art Dance Ensemble, a 501(c)3 registered nonprofit dance company that focuses on artistic collaboration and making the arts more accessible to the community.

Jessica's choreography and performance have been featured in Transition Theater's “Kali Creates Fate,” GAMMA-UT's New Music Festival at the University of Texas, the Dairy Arts Center’s “Women in Classical Music” Soundscape concert, in Prague at the American Music Festival in collaboration with Stratus Chamber Orchestra, and in many other productions and events. Jessica is a member of the Cindy Brandle Dance Company and dances with the Lost Walks Band, an artistic super-group that focuses on collaboration and conservation.

She is also a registered dietitian nutritionist and holds a personal training certification through the American College of Sports Medicine.

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ALL IN THE FAMILY The Dean family members, mom Meryt and siblings Elisa (21), Anthony (18), Mariah (16), Thomas (15), Lucy (9) and Annemarie (6) have been regulars in the MCT residency for years. Meryt is, for all practical purposes, the resident accompanist, playing piano for rehearsals and performances, and the siblings have had various roles in productions from ensemble to main character to assistant director. In discussion with Cultural Center Administrator Rita Sommers, they offered some reflections on their experiences with MCT.

MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE IS ON! Register at Lakewood.org/MCT. Our annual residency with Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) moves to summertime with a production of “Johnny Appleseed” August 9-14. Rehearsals will take place throughout the week from 10 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., with two performances on Saturday afternoon, August 14. Local kids in grades K-12 interested in participating can simply register for the residency week; no advance preparation or experience is required.

The directors will get to know the participants, assign roles and designate several assistant directors on the first day.

“Johnny Appleseed” explores the fascinating history of John Chapman, who was gently determined to make friends with all creatures and to plant apple trees throughout the Ohio River Valley. In MCT’s version, his travels with his faithful Apple Seed buddies yield happy songs, unexpected friendships and endless orchards of juicy, crispy apples to nourish tummies across the land.

The tale of Johnny Appleseed is a sweet reminder that kindness is at the core of a happy life.

Registration opens May 6 for this week of creative fun and discovery. Enrollment will be limited, and COVID protocols will be in place. The cost is $165, and scholarship support is available for qualifying households. Learn more and register at Lakewood.org/MCT or call 303-987-7845.

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Rita Sommers: Meryt, you’ve been the accompanist for the MCT residency at the Lakewood Cultural Center for a number of years. What brings you back each year?

Meryt: I enjoy getting to know the kids and seeing the show come together in just one week! It’s fun to be part of that process.

RS: As a parent, what do you value most about the MCT experience?

Meryt: I appreciate that my kids, who participate in a lot of music and athletics, have the opportunity to have an awesome theater experience in just one week, without having to choose between the two and their other activities.

RS: What has been your favorite role or production and why?

Elisa: Mock Turtle in “Alice in Wonderland.”

I loved the directors and the show was hysterical!

Anthony: The Giant in “Jack in the Beanstalk” because I got to hang out with the “big” people and have a microphone.

Lucy: Penguin in “Aladdin.” I loved the little purple bowtie in my costume and I had a line.

RS: What’s your favorite thing about participating in an MCT production?

Mariah: Getting to meet new people and make new friends.

Anthony: Getting to do a show with my siblings.

Annemarie: Practicing the Chameleons’ hula dance in “Robinson Crusoe.”

RS: Do you have any advice for kids who might be thinking about signing up for “Johnny Appleseed” but feel a little unsure?

Annemarie: Don’t be afraid because it’s really fun!

Thomas: It’s a really fun experience and easier than you think.

Elisa: It’s so worth it, and everybody can do it.

Just go for it!

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PERFORMANCES Lakewood.org/Tickets | 303-987-7845 Lakewood Cultural Center Theater 480 S. Allison Parkway Strangely Beautiful Reformation Dance 7 p.m., Saturday, May 15 An original full-length ballet that visits what is classically beautiful versus unique and how everyone perceives things differently.

Tickets are $30 for adults; $25 for seniors, students age 12 and under, and military.

ReformationDance.com Le Corsaire Ballet Melange and Classical Ballet Academy 7 p.m., Friday, May 21 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., Saturday, May 22 A romantic tale of pirates, love and intrigue, “Le Corsaire” premiered in 1856. This will be the first time Ballet Melange will present the three-act ballet in its entirety for the Denver metro area.

Tickets are TBD. BalletMelange.org Mosaic Ballet Melange and Classical Ballet Academy 4 p.m., Sunday, May 23 A mixed medley featuring excerpts from classical ballet favorites, original contemporary works, and a summertime fun suite of dances to music by the Beach Boys.

Tickets are TBD. BalletMelange.org

Just Keep Dancing!

Grace Studios School of Dance 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 11 10 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m., Saturday, June 12 The 19th Annual GSSD Spring Recitals feature performances by students age 2 through adult. Choreography: Alison Fletcher, Annie Blakenship, Brittney Kirkpatrick, director Christy Sinkey, Hannah Larson, Lindsay McWilliams, Jessica Pittman and Kelsey Kempfer.

Tickets start at $10.

GraceStudios.com The Triple Bill Dance Conservatory of Denver 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., Sunday, June 13 This year’s Triple Bill will feature excerpts from “The Sleeping Beauty” along with jazz, modern and contemporary choreography, as well as selections from our student choreography competition.

Tickets are $25 DanceConservatoryofDenver.com Ballroom Magic Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Colorado Noon & 3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 10 As exciting and fun as the ABC hit show “Dancing with the Stars,” the audience will experience ballroom dance performances ranging from cha-cha, swing to waltz and more, performed by amateurs and professionals alike.

Tickets start at $22.

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The Pirates of Penzance Empire Lyric Players 7:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday, July 16 & 17 2 p.m., Sunday, July 18 Witty and set to incredible music, “The Pirates of Penzance” is one of Gilbert and Sullivan's most beloved works.

Join us for an evening of ex-pirates, misunderstandings and a whole lot of laughs!

Tickets are TBD. ELPs.org Elvis Memories and More with Cody Ray Slaughter, Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice 7:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23 3 p.m., Sunday, October 24 Cody Ray Slaughter returns for the sixth year with new songs and new outfits. Over the past five years, Cody has sold out every concert and is expected to do so once again in 2021.

Buy tickets to see the very best!

Tickets start at $35.

CodyRaySlaughter.com MtEvans.org Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitheater, 801 S. Yarrow St. The Lakewood Symphony Orchestra 5:30 p.m., Saturday, August 28 Presenting a grand Lakewood Symphony Orchestra reopening outdoor concert!

Join us for pops and light classics. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy a picnic on the lawn.

Tickets are $12; ages 12 and under are $6.

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SUMMER CAMPS

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+ across the plaza: James J. Richey Gallery Lakewood Civic Center South 480 S. Allison Parkway

Heritage Lakewood Museum Store Inside the Visitor Center 303-987-7848

Host your next event at a City of Lakewood venue!

Whether you are looking for a location to have a beautiful wedding or reception, performance, fundraiser, business meeting or family event, we have a variety of unique spaces to suit your needs.

Lakewood.org/Rentals Let us help you find the perfect venue. The safety of your guests is our top priority with outdoor options, large indoor spaces and flexible seating available.

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Angie Flachman Johnson Publisher

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