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Colorado Springs Philharmonic wraps season with timeless Gershwin classic ‘Porgy and Bess’
The Colorado Springs Philharmonic continues its American Soundtrack series this weekend with music from the George Gershwin folk opera “Porgy and Bess.” “The music of George Gershwin is timeless, and it captures the spirit of America,” said Philharmonic CEO Nathan Newbrough. “We can’t think about American music without thinking of George Gershwin, and we can’t…
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Philharmonic performances, folk music and a Led Zeppelin tribute across town this week
ABBY POSNER: Singer-songwriter Abby Posner brings her acoustic-driven sound to the Black Rose Acoustic Society, joined by openers Sage Cook and Aera Fox. The venue offers a close-up experience for fans of handcrafted, folk-inspired music, 7 p.m. Friday, Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Road, $8-$12; blackroseacoustic.org. THE BRUDI BROTHERS: Americana band The Brudi…
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Colorado’s lineup of music this spring includes classical, Broadway, rock, Christian
April 10-11: “Wickedly Broadway” by Colorado Springs PhilharmonicPikes Peak Center The orchestra, joined by several vocalists, will perform songs from “Wicked,” “Phantom of the Opera” and other musicals. April 17-18: SublimeRed Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison The ska punk band is known for hits such as “What I Got,” “Santeria” and “Doin’ Time.” April 18: Itzhak Perlman:…
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A little wicked, a lot of Broadway: Colorado Springs Philharmonic to present sinister scores
With haunting organ melodies from “The Phantom of the Opera” and soaring anthems from “Wicked,” eerie ballads will intertwine with the dramatic rise of strings this weekend. Bringing Broadway’s most infamous villains to life, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will present sinister scores in “Wickedly Broadway.” Offering a night of music inspired by some of the…
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Fine Arts Center announces 2026-2027 theater, exhibit seasons in Colorado Springs
A trio of musicals along with revamped theaters will greet visitors during the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Theatre Company’s new 2026-2027 season. Kicking off the season Sept. 10 is the 2017 musical “Come From Away,” by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. When FAC Producing Artistic Director Christopher Sheley learned the rights to the show…
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic brings Spanish flair with ‘Carmen / Aranjuez’
Seventy-eight musicians. Two rehearsals. Four days to bring it together. From the seductive drama of Georges Bizet’s “Carmen” to the aching melody of Joaquín Rodrigo’s “Concierto de Aranjuez,” the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will bring Spanish-inspired music to the Pikes Peak Center with “Carmen / Aranjuez” on Saturday and Sunday. “It’s one of the great pieces…
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic rings in the New Year with ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ concert
A new music director, the return of a highly popular pianist and one of the most famous pieces of American piano music are just some of the highlights of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s New Year’s Eve show on Tuesday and Wednesday. And, of course, there will be balloons. Lots and lots of balloons. The annual…
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic announces new music director
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save After more than two years, more than 250 applicants from around the world, 80 interviews and 16 guest conductors, Colorado Springs Philharmonic has its new music director and conductor. French-born Chloé Dufresne, who lives in…
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New home for Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s Fourth of July concert, fireworks
After more than half a century the Colorado Springs Philharmonic has new digs for its annual Fourth of July concert. “Star-Spangled Symphony,” followed by a fireworks show in partnership with Colorado Springs Sports Corp, will now take place at Ford Amphitheater, the new outdoor venue on the city’s north side, with capacity for almost 10,000.…
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Sugar plum fairies and dancing snowflakes: Where to watch ‘The Nutcracker’ in Colorado Springs this year
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Christmas time is also the season of “The Nutcracker.” With sugar plum fairies, a marching army of mice, dancing snowflakes and a prince, the 1892 classical ballet by Pyotr Tchaikovsky is a seasonal tradition. Here in Colorado Springs, local dance studios and orchestras are gearing…