Tag: art
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Where to catch laughs, legends and a little magic on stage this week
‘THE SLEEPING BEAUTY’: The classic fairytale comes to life at Pikes Peak Center with stunning choreography, elaborate costumes and a magical stage design. Follow Princess Aurora’s journey from a cursed slumber to true love’s awakening in this timeless ballet performed by an international cast, 7 p.m. Wednesday, 190 S. Cascade Ave., $65-$152; pikespeakcenter.com. FELTY &…
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Student redefines ‘heavy metal’ with welding project
A larger-than-life guitar sculpture is being praised for its artistry, quality craftsmanship and considered for display in downtown Monument. Measuring 7 feet tall and weighing about 150 pounds, the intricately detailed sculpture is a symbol of immense, versatile sounds produced by today’s top guitar virtuosos. What’s more, its creator — artist and musician Kayla McKenzie…
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Grand opening date set for Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Pueblo
The Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America, located in the heart of downtown Pueblo, will officially open its doors June 12, according to a Thursday news release. The first permanent North American museum dedicated to da Vinci’s wildly imaginative machines, the Pueblo location will join an international group of da Vinci museum hosts, including…
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Grand opening date set for Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Pueblo
The Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America, located in the heart of downtown Pueblo, will officially open its doors June 12, according to a Thursday news release. The first permanent North American museum dedicated to da Vinci’s wildly imaginative machines, the Pueblo location will join an international group of da Vinci museum hosts, including…
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Grand opening date set for Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Pueblo
The Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America, located in the heart of downtown Pueblo, will officially open its doors June 12, according to a Thursday news release. The first permanent North American museum dedicated to da Vinci’s wildly imaginative machines, the Pueblo location will join an international group of da Vinci museum hosts, including…
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From a capella alternative rock to folk and funk: Live music around the Springs
THE LITTLE MERCIES: Award-winning trio The Little Mercies will bring a blend of old-time roots and modern songwriting to Lulu’s at 8 p.m. Sunday. The all-female show features rich fiddle work and original songs. The group, known for weaving traditional folk with an energetic sound, is joined by singers Xanthe Alexis and Altarviolet; 32 S.…
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Michael Hague’s legacy is not only literary – it is local | Rachel Stovall
Let’s talk about artist Michael Hague today. And consider if art is political. You may never have heard this name before – but Michael Hague, who died March 10, was internationally known for illustrating classics like The Hobbit, The Wizard of Oz, The Wind in the Willows, and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. His work was intricate and alive with wonder. Hague drew dragons, enchanted forests,…
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Colorado muralist turns blank walls into vibrant art
Twenty-five feet in the air, balanced on metal planks and surrounded by the echo of an empty half-court gym, artist Kristen Zimmerman steadies her brush. Around her, more than 1,500 square feet of wall curves around her client’s in-house basketball court. With each stroke of her paintbrush, black-and-white portraits of legendary athletes begin to emerge.…
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‘Road Trip Adventures’ skates into Colorado: 4 things you didn’t know about Disney On Ice
The arena lights dim. The chorus rising from the auditorium speakers sounds all too familiar, like a melody pulled straight from a childhood memory. Then the ice explodes into motion as skaters sweep across the rink in elaborate choreography and dazzling costumes once only seen on screen. For two hours, the frozen stage becomes a…
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PIKES PICK: Colorado ranching art in Fremont Center for the Arts
See art with a history of ranching and a Colorado heritage in a changing landscape, a solo exhibition by Florence-based artist Rudl R. Mergelman. A family history near Gunnison and Blue Mesa Reservoir. Fremont Center for the Arts in Canon City, reception at 5:30 p.m. Saturday and runs through April 3. 719-275-2790