CU Boulder alum raises awareness of anti-Asian racism through fairy tales
In her latest fairy tale art book “The Ookleberry Tree,” CU alum Judy Choi hopes to inspire people to stand up against anti-Asian bullying.
Preview: “Cendrillon,” Massenet’s enchanting fairy tale opera for all ages
The CU College of Music will present Jules Massenet’s classic fairy tale opera “Cendrillon” on March 17 and 19 at Macky Auditorium.
Oscars 2023: CU film professor discusses diverse representation and systemic inequities
This year’s Oscar nominations mark a step forward for AAPI representation, but one professor says the Academy can do more.
Young Girl Yearns for Luxury at Boulder Opera
The tragic tale of Manon will take the stage for Boulder Opera at the Dairy Arts Center. The company will present Jules Massenet’s opera Manon based on the novel Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18 and 19, with Amy Maples as Manon and Cody Laun as Des Greiux, under stage director Gene Roberts and conductor Steven…
Central City Opera Brings ‘Amahl’ to Colorado Cities
This holiday season, Central City Opera will take their traveling production of Amahl and the Night Visitors, conducted by John Baril and directed by Iliana Lucero Barron, on the road. The company will perform in Boulder at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 13 and 14, at the First United Methodist Church.
Boulder Opera Presents “Hansel & Gretel” on Family Series
This December, Boulder Opera will present an abridged, hour-long production of Hansel and Gretel, sung in English. The singers will be accompanied by pianist Aric Vihmeister and cellist Mathieu D’Ordine.
Denver Art Museum’s “Her Brush” highlights early Japanese female artists
The Denver Art Museum’s “Her Brush: Japanese Women Artists” highlights self-expression and female empowerment in premodern Japan.
“The Drowsy Chaperone” at CU, a parody of Broadway’s golden era
CU will present a modernized version of “The Drowsy Chaperone” that is more culturally sensitive and inclusive from Nov. 10 to 13.
“Grave Affair”: CU’s 2022 Halloween drag show returns with splits and scares
On Oct. 24, Denver drag stars Wild Cherry Quartz and Calder Goodlay hosted GSA’s annual drag show, the Halloween-themed “Grave Affair.”
CU Buffoons, a gender-inclusive a cappella community
The CU Buffoons, the oldest a cappella group at CU Boulder, recently became gender-inclusive after nearly 60 years as an all-male group.
‘Monuments’: Oddball grief comedy, filmed at CU Boulder
Jack C. Newall’s “Monuments” explores the multi-faceted journey of grief in a heart-wrenching, absurd and at times hallucinogenic way.
Class of 2021 to perform 12-hour benefit concert
The College of Music’s Class of 2021 will livestream a 12-hour concert on Friday to raise money for Boulder’s Musicians Relief Fund.
CU’s 2022 drag show returns after three-year hiatus
Denver drag stars Wild Cherry Quartz and Calder Goodlay hosted this year’s drag show, “Paranormal Activity,” at CU on Easter Sunday.
18th annual Boulder International Film Festival to host Alec Baldwin
This year, BIFF will feature award-winning actors Alec Baldwin, Javier Bardem, a documentary by CU alum Holly Morris and more.
An evening with Simu Liu at CU Boulder
During the Q&A, Liu talked about his experiences of growing up Chinese Canadian and the importance of Asian representation in Hollywood.
Preview: “Gallathea” is a 16th century queer love story for Valentine’s Day week
John Lyly’s romantic comedy “Gallathea,” showing Feb. 16 to 20 in the Loft Theater, will explore gender identity and true love.
“Mixed Company”: Jenny Shank portrays Denver’s diverse communities
At the Boulder Bookstore, Oct. 21, CU Alum Jenny Shank will speak about “Mixed Company,” her short story collection.
“Simple Wealth”: CU Alum Holly Morphew’s best-selling guide to mindful money management
At the Boulder Bookstore, Sept. 16, Morphew will discuss her book about the mindful strategies for building wealth.
Colorado Asian creatives: representation and visibility
For AAPI heritage month, four female creatives reflect on their heritage and artistic style.
Music as a Unifying Power
Donna Weng Friedman supports the AAPI community with a recording of diverse composers.
The AIDS Quilt Songbook lives on: world premiere in Boulder
Baritone John Seesholtz and the Sohap Ensemble will perform “Lost Songs.”
‘Biomes’: Diversifying the Classical Music Ecosystem
Dad Village Symphony Orchestra to present virtual concert with a diverse program.
Stanzas for social change: Christen Malloy on poetry and activism
Christen Malloy, the winner of CSI’s 2021 Poetry Slam, uses poetry to fight for social justice and explore her identity as a trans woman.
‘In the Spotlight’: Asian Americans choose to dream, not conform
“In the Spotlight,” directed by senior Steven Thai, explores Asian American identity and parental expectations.
‘Measure for Measure’: Justice and #MeToo in 17th Century Vienna
In Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure,” a powerful question emerges: will abusive men in power be brought to justice?
‘Exploring Cultural Identities’: Mosaic or Melting Pot?
CU Faculty Tuesday performance on March 9 to explore identity in music.
CU alum Andy Hackbarth, classical guitarist turned entrepreneur, takes on his biggest project yet
Hackbarth is transforming the historic Saguache Hotel, located about 3.5 hours south of Boulder, into a mixed use creative venue.
A student-led tribute to Elijah McClain will “channel a theme of empathy”
CU student leaders are creating a video tribute to Elijah McClain, featuring spoken word performances over “A Change is Gonna Come.”
Hearing Beethoven, the 19th-century way
Jorgensen and Bryant discuss their CD of Beethoven’s violin sonatas, played on period instruments
Debut EP emerges from a shed
Lady Romeo, a band of CU musicians, reflects on their debut EP, recorded in a shed amidst the pandemic.
Thomas Steenland Dreams of a world without MP3
The story behind Boulder-based new music label Starkland, founded by Thomas Steenland in 1991.
Jordan Holloway’s “Symphony No. 1” redefines patriotism
With 48 musicians, CU composer Jordan Holloway remotely premieres his symphony, a powerful, refreshing take on American patriotism.
“A Change is Gonna Come”: CU black musicians for social change
CU musicians Asha Romeo and Eli Harvey use music as activism in the Black Lives Matter movement.
‘It’s a little crazy’: Inside an award-winning Boulder pianist’s online Beethoven Sonata Challenge
CU Boulder’s David Korevaar has recorded 22 Beethoven piano sonatas in 22 days and has 10 more to go.
‘Keeping the spirit of the community alive’ at Boulder’s Dairy Arts Center
The Dairy Arts Center goes online with the “Free Range Dairy,” connecting Boulder’s community to the arts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘The arts hold us together’: The Boulder Philharmonic supports community in battle against COVID-19
As the Boulder Philharmonic struggles financially from canceled events, the orchestra is determined to support its musicians and community.
How a CU Boulder student’s research challenges the status quo of classical music composers
CU composition major Dianna Link wants to raise awareness of female composers in a male-dominated field.
Jazz guitarist Joel Paterson to bring retro Christmas jazz to Fox
Chicago jazz guitarist, Joel Paterson will bring the holiday spirit to the Fox Theater Dec. 8, opening for JD McPherson.
You can thank this CU professor for the ancient Viking language in ‘Frozen’
CU Professor Jackson Crawford, who translated the Old Norse runes for “Frozen 2,” shares his experience working for Disney.
Meet Comedian Dusty Slay
Dusty Slay, known for his “dry, country comedy,” will be coming to Boulder in August, 2019.
“The Cloud That Fell From The Sky” – CU alumni’s book signing at Tattered Cover
In an exclusive interview, the CUI hears from CU alum Judy Choi about her and her niece, Phoenix Brown’s, new debut poetry book on being Chinese Americans.