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Annual Holiday Festival Returns For 40th Anniversary

December. 7th through 9th, the University of Colorado Boulder presents its annual tradition for all ages, the CU Holiday Festival, in Macky Auditorium. Now in its 40th year, the celebration brings together student choirs, bands, orchestras and world-class faculty performers for a concert of holiday favorites set against a backdrop of twinkling lights and festive …

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Venetian Orchestra Offers Traditional Baroque Concert

Boulder audiences can expect to hear something a little different when Venice Baroque Orchestra (VBO) performs in Macky Auditorium on Friday, Nov. 2, at 7:30 p.m with internationally renowned recorder player Anna Fusek. The Venice Baroque Orchestra is an ensemble devoted to performing traditional baroque era music using period instruments. It is committed to revitalizing …

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Conference on World Affairs Begins April 10

With a full roster of about 100 speakers and 200 sessions, the Conference on World Affairs (CWA) begins its one-week run from Monday, April 10 to Friday, April 14. “The 69th year of the CWA will feature yet another week of impressive and engaging free events,” said John Griffin CWA faculty director. “Our all-volunteer program …

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Eklund Opera Brings ‘The Magic Flute’ To Macky

Boulder’s Eklund Opera season continues this spring with Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” one of the most beloved and widely performed operas in the world. The family-friendly hit comes to Macky Auditorium with an all student cast March 17-19. Since its 1791 premiere, Mozart’s timeless tale has inspired children and adults alike all across the globe. …

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Superstar Soprano Deborah Voigt Reveals All

Those who believe operatic stardom can be found in anyone with natural talent, a decent work ethic and a large stash of herbal tea might be blindsided—in the best possible way—by what house hold name soprano Deborah Voigt has to say about finding fame. In “Voigt Lessons,” a performance that’s part recital and part one-woman …

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Flamenco Music And Dance Comes To Boulder

CU Presents’ 80th-anniversary Artist Series continues with a concert of sizzling, seductive music and dance from Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, America’s foremost experts in traditional Spanish dance. Their one-night-only performance, “Poema de Andalucía,” takes place on Saturday, January 21 at 7:30 p.m. in CU Boulder’s Macky Auditorium. “Poema de Andalucía” shines a spotlight on romantic …

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Ukulele Orchestra Of Great Britain Comes To Boulder

CU Presents’ 80th-anniversary Artist Series season continues with a visit from the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, a group of 8 singing, strumming players from across the pond. The genre bending group performs covers of pop, jazz and country, along with a few holiday favorites, on Dec. 8 in Macky Auditorium. The Ukulele Orchestra of …

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The Manhattan Transfer & Take 6 team up at Macky Auditorium

Two timeless, award-winning a cappella groups come together for The Summit One group single-handedly brought vocal jazz to the masses. The other’s smooth R&B hits inspired a new generation of a cappella mania, from “The Sing Off ” to “Glee” to “Smash.” For the first time ever, The Manhattan Transfer and Take 6, two of …

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CU Presents Two Dance Performances

CU Presents’ 80th-anniversary Artist Series kicks off with a desert-inspired dance performance by MOMIX, a company famous for its astounding creativity and stunning visual tricks. The company, an Artist Series favorite, is back by popular demand. “A typical MOMIX performance is surreal and dreamlike,” Founder and Artistic Director Moses Pendleton says. “If you’re in the …

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CU Presents Announces The 2016-17 Season

There’s something for everyone in CU Presents’ star-studded 2016-17 season lineup. As the Artist Series celebrates 80 years bringing world class performers to Macky Auditorium, local favorites return and incredible new acts arrive. Season ticket sales begin Monday, March 28 at 10 a.m., and single tickets are available beginning Monday, August 15. Tickets are available …

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Exercise Benefits Seniors

We’ve all heard about the benefits of exercise – a healthier heart, stronger bones, improved appearance and flexibility – but exercise has many additional benefits, especially for seniors. As you grow older, an active lifestyle is more important than ever. Regular exercise can help boost energy, maintain your independence, and manage symptoms of illness or …

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