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NEWMAN CENTER
PRESENTS
2020-2021
SEASON
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LETTER FROM THE NEWMAN CENTER 2020-2021 SEASON
Kendra Whitlock Ingram
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NEWMAN
CENTER
NEWMAN CENTER PRESENTS
DATE PAGE ARTIST
PRESENTS
Thu 10/1 12 The Capitol Steps ■
Sun 10/4 12 The Daily Show Writers Comedy Tour
Dear Friends,
Fri 10/16 6 David Sanborn ■ ■ ■
Welcome to the 2020-2021 Newman Center Presents their 25th anniversary as a company. We enter our Sat 11/14 6 Veronica Swift ■
season. It’s a blockbuster, star-studded season, third season of National Geographic Live events, which Sun 11/15 8 Philip Glass Ensemble ■ ■
featuring some of the most celebrated artists from continues to be one of our fastest growing series. This
Soledad Barrio & Noche Flamenca:
around the world. We kick off the season with some season explores Egyptian queens, dinosaurs, and the Sun 11/22 4 Puro ■
bipartisan humor, as we welcome the return of our extraordinary underwater photography of Brian Skerry.
11 Christmas with The King’s Singers:
friends, The Capitol Steps. The Newman Center Wed 12/9 Finding Harmony
will also welcome several artists for the first time: As you may know, the 2020-2021 season represents
Dance Theatre of Harlem, the Jazz at Lincoln Center the last season that I have curated for you before Wed 12/16 11 Mark
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O’Connor’s An Appalachian Christmas
Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, David Sanborn, and stepping down from my position at the Newman
the Philip Glass Ensemble—to name a few. We also Center. It has been an absolute honor to serve the Tue 1/5 - 13 Potted Potter: The Unauthorized
feature two artists taking the jazz world by storm: Newman Center and the University of Denver in this Sun 1/10 Harry Experience
piano prodigy and Wynton Marsalis protégé, Joey role. One of my favorite parts of the job is meeting Thu 1/28 4 Paul Taylor Dance Company ■ ■
Alexander, and Thelonius Monk Jazz Competition you and hearing from you about your passion KODO ONE EARTH
finalist Veronica Swift. Taiko drumming sensation KODO and enthusiasm for the Newman Center Presents Wed 2/10 10 Nat Geo Live: Spinosaurus: Lost Giant of the
Cretaceous with Nizar Ibrahim ■
TOUR: LEGACY
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returns to the Newman Center four years after their programming. Thank you for your continued support and
Tue 2/16 7 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with
powerhouse performances of two sold-out shows. we hope you enjoy this exciting new season. Wed 2/17 Wynton Marsalis ■ ■
Sat 2/20 8 KODO One Earth Tour: Legacy ■ ■
We celebrate the life and work of dance icon Paul Very best wishes, Sun 2/21
Taylor with his company’s return to the Newman Center
10 Nat Geo Live: When Women Ruled the World
to perform some of his most memorable works. Aspen Sun 3/7 with Kara Cooney ■
Santa Fe Ballet returns to their Denver home at the Sat 3/20 5 Aspen Santa Fe Ballet ■ ■ 4 DANCE SERIES
Newman Center with an all-new program celebrating Sun 3/21 ■ 6 JAZZ SERIES
Tue 3/23 13 Mrs Krishnan's Party ■ 8 DIRECTOR’S CHOICE 5
Wed 3/24
■ 8 DIRECTOR’S CHOICE 9
Thu 3/25 7 Joey Alexander ■ ■
■ 10 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE
10 Nat Geo Live: Ocean Soul
Tue 4/6 with Brian Skerry ■ 12 SPECIAL EVENTS
NEWMAN CENTER SPONSORS NEWMAN CENTER PARTNERS Sat 5/8 5 Dance Theatre of Harlem ■ ■ ■ 14 PARTNER PERFORMANCES
Sun 5/9
16 LAMONT FACULTY RECITALS
18 NCPA GIVING
Due to the nature of live events, artists, venues, program, dates, and times are
subject to change. All performances, unless otherwise noted, are held in the June ALL PERFORMANCES AT 7:30 PM, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
Swaner Gates Concert Hall.
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SOLEDAD BARRIO &
NOCHE FLAMENCA: ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET
PURO Saturday, March 20, 2021 @ 7:30PM
Sunday, November 22, 2020 @ 2PM Sunday, March 21, 2021 @ 2PM
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s pioneering spirit arises from a dual set of
home cities: Aspen, nestled in the Rocky Mountains, and Santa Fe,
Globally renowned flamenco troupe Noche Flamenca gracing the Southwestern plateau. ASFB is deeply committed to
was born of a passion to present the authentic form of commissioning new works, with 35 ballets created since 1996, many
flamenco. Formed in 1993 by Martín Santangelo and his of which have brought fledgling choreographic talent to national
Bessie award-winning wife, Soledad Barrio (who will attention. ASFB will return to their Denver home at Newman Center for
feature in the performance at Newman Center), Noche an invigorating evening of dance.
Sponsor
Flamenca brings Andalusian Spain’s richly rhythmic
music and dramatic movement to life in a performance “A happy tale of two cities. Virtuoso partnering in a repertoire rich in
allusions and emotions. A lively program worth watching.”
described as “flamenco puro—the Spanish art stripped
—The New York Times
to its flammable core.” —The Financial Times
Photo: Andres D’Elia Photo: Sharen Bradford
PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM
Thursday, January 28, 2021 Saturday, May 8, 2021 @ 7:30PM
Sunday, May 9, 2021 @ 2PM
Passionate, sentimental, and exuberant, three iconic works from the extraordinary
Paul Taylor Dance Company returns to the Newman Center to celebrate the life and A singular presence in the dance world, Dance
work of its founder and legendary choreographer. Arden Court, Piazolla Caldera, and Theatre of Harlem was founded in 1969,
Esplanade are amongst the company’s greatest works and showcase its remarkable moved to action by the assassination of civil
variety of repertoire, including interpretations of love, relationships, family, and rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in
partnership. “Something extraordinary in the history of dance. [Paul Taylor Dance 1968. Through performances and community
Company] bounces to a different drummer.” (Clive Barnes, New York Post) engagement, the company carries forward
their message of “empowerment through
the arts for all.” The 18-member, multi-
ethnic company performs forward-thinking
repertoire that uses the language of ballet to
celebrate African American culture.
“Tenacious and resilient.” —Dance Magazine SPONSORED BY
4 Photo: Paul B. Goode Photo: Rachel Neville 5
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER
ORCHESTRA WITH
DAVID SANBORN WYNTON MARSALIS
Friday, October 16, 2020 Tuesday & Wednesday
February 16-17, 2021
One of the most successful American jazz saxophonists of all time
brings his signature flair to the Newman Center. Over a remarkable six The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is comprised of 15 of the finest
decades, David Sanborn has released 24 albums, won six Grammy Awards, jazz soloists and ensemble players today, led by Wynton Marsalis, the
has eight certified-gold albums, and one platinum album. Sanborn is a jazz legendary musician, composer, band leader, and jazz icon. The ensemble
musician at heart, but his musical mastery transcends genres, blending performs an unparalleled, versatile repertoire that brings the full
together R&B, contemporary jazz, and funk. spectrum of the jazz experience. JLCO has toured over 300 cities in 35
countries on 6 continents and these performances mark their inaugural
Newman Center appearance.
Photo: Scott Chernis
JOEY ALEXANDER
Thursday, March 25, 2021
VERONICA SWIFT Indonesian jazz prodigy Joey Alexander was discovered via YouTube
by Wynton Marsalis, and at the age of 12 his debut album, My
Favorite Things, garnered two Grammy nominations. Alexander’s
Saturday, November 14, 2020 debut at Carnegie Hall sold out, he headlined at the Lincoln Center,
and performed at the 58th Grammy Awards. Now 16, Alexander
has grabbed another set of 2020 Grammy nods and continues to
Daughter of jazz artists, pianist Hod O’Brien and singer Stephanie showcase his astonishing melodic gift and natural aptitude for
Nakasian, Veronica Swift’s raw talent has secured her place as one of spontaneous collaborations.
the most irresistibly gifted jazz vocalists of her generation. Swift won
second place at the prestigious Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition in “One of the jazz world’s youngest prodigies is maturing at a
2015, toured with Wynton Marsalis, and held a Saturday performance breakneck pace.” —The Wall Street Journal
slot at the legendary NY Birdland Jazz Club in 2017.
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More info on page 12. THE CAPITOL STEPS
Thursday, October 1, 2020
More info on page 6. DAVID SANBORN
Friday, October 16, 2020
PHILIP GLASS ENSEMBLE
Sunday, November 15, 2020
MARK O’CONNOR’S
First assembled in 1968, the Philip Glass Ensemble was founded as a
More info on page 11.
AN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS
laboratory for Glass’s music. Created to develop a performance practice to Wednesday, December 16, 2020
meet the unprecedented technical and artistic demands of his compositions,
the group has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious music
festivals and concert venues. The program will include Glass’s Music in Eight
Parts, thought to be lost for over 50 years and recently rediscovered.
More info on page 4. PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY
Photo: Ryuhei Shindo Thursday, January 28, 2021
KODO ONE EARTH TOUR: LEGACY JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA
Saturday, February 20, 2021 @ 7:30PM
Sunday, February 21, 2021 @ 2PM
More info on page 7.
WITH WYNTON MARSALIS
Tuesday-Wednesday, February 16-17, 2021
More info on page 7. JOEY ALEXANDER
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Drumming troupe Kodo, named after the Japanese word for ‘heartbeat,’ explores the limitless rhythmic More info on page 5.
DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM
possibilities of the Taiko drum. Kodo’s One Earth Tour brings Legacy to Newman Center, a powerful Saturday, May 8, 2021 @ 7:30PM
performance that transcends cultural boundaries. Sunday, May 9, 2021 @ 2PM
“Superlatives don’t really exist to convey the primal power and bravura beauty of Kodo.” —Chicago Tribune
8 Photo: Takashi Okamoto 9
Photo: Kat Keene Hogue
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE:
SPINOSAURUS: LOST GIANT
OF THE CRETACEOUS
WITH NIZAR IBRAHIM, PALEONTOLOGIST
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Paleontologist Nizar Ibrahim introduces us to Spinosaurus, the largest predatory
dinosaur yet discovered, and shares the incredible story of how this prehistoric
giant—larger than T. rex—was found, almost lost to science, and found again.
CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING’S SINGERS:
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE: FINDING HARMONY The King’s Singers are a Grammy-winning British vocal sextet
with more than 50 years of musical heritage. The group has a
WHEN WOMEN
remarkable ability to perform intricate vocal works and their British
Wednesday, December 9, 2020 charm and musical craft have captured audiences’ hearts the
world over. Performing holiday classics, The King’s Singers return to
RULED THE WORLD Newman Center after their immensely popular 2017 performance.
Photo: Rebecca Reid
WITH KARA COONEY, EGYPTOLOGIST
Sunday, March 7, 2021 @ 2PM
MARK O’CONNOR’S
AN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS
Throughout history, powerful women have been called many things—witches,
regents and seductresses. But there was a time in the ancient world when at least
one was called “King.” Dr. Kara Cooney, professor of Egyptology, will introduce you
to some strong female leaders, whose power was compromised from the start.
Photo: Mikel Healey Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Grammy-winning, iconic fiddler Mark O'Connor
National Geographic photographer and friends perform elegant interpretations of
Brian Skerry has spent more than holiday classics with An Appalachian Christmas.
10,000 hours underwater, often The #1 Billboard chart album features a wondrous
beneath Arctic ice and in predator- mixture of Americana instrumental and vocal
infested waters. Journey with him music. Celebrate with O’Connor in this joyous,
from the North Atlantic, where harp seasonal concert, which embraces a delightful
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE: seals face the threat of declining sea blend of bluegrass, country, folk, and classical
OCEAN SOUL ice, to the temperate waters of New
Zealand, home of the fastest shark
versions of holiday favorites like Winter
Wonderland, O Christmas Tree, and We Wish You a
Merry Christmas.
WITH BRIAN SKERRY, UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHER in the world—the mako. His stunning
images offer a mesmerizing glimpse “Mark O'Connor playing that bluegrass fiddle …
Tuesday, April 6, 2021 of the “soul of the sea.” was just absolutely mind-blowing.” —Tony Rice
10 Photo: Steve De Neef Photo: Rick Caballo 11
Playing to sold out houses
worldwide, The Unauthorized
Harry Experience—A Parody by
Dan and Jeff condenses all
seven Harry Potter books (and a
game of Quidditch) into seventy
hilarious minutes. Even if you don’t
know the difference between a
horcrux and a Hufflepuff, Potted
Potter will make you roar with
laughter. This brilliant family
THE CAPITOL STEPS
entertainment is perfect for ages
The Capitol Steps will bring down the House (and Senate) with their six to Dumbledore (who is very
blend of sharp political satire set to popular music. The irreverent DC- old indeed). Potted Potter makes
based troupe, with 42 albums to its credit, pokes fun at all sides of
the issues, from left to right, with fresh, up-to-the-minute skits, and Thursday, October 1, 2020 Tuesday - Sunday, January 5-10, 2021 a return to Newman Center after
multiple sold-out performances in
songs inspired by the latest headlines, scandals, tweets, and more. 8 PERFORMANCES TO CHOOSE FROM! 2018 and 2019!
THE DAILY SHOW WRITERS
COMEDY TOUR The comics behind the jokes that make you laugh nightly on Comedy Central’s Step into the back room of Mrs Krishnan’s
MRS KRISHNAN’S PARTY
The Daily Show! This late-night talk and news satire program has won 24 convenience store where garlands decorate
Primetime Emmy Awards since its inception—and now four of its brilliant writers the ceiling and music flows at a party that
Sunday, October 4, 2020 have gotten together to tour America. Making fun of their failed dating lives, has the critics raving and audiences leaping to
being a cat owner, or talking politics, this show has something for everyone! their feet. You’ll sit on stage with the actors
This event is appropriate for ages 16 and older. Tuesday - Wednesday, March 23-24, 2021 and get to enjoy Mrs Krishnan’s famous dahl!
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FLAMENCO DENVER
Thursday, September 10, 2020
For more information, visit flamencodenver.com
DENVER CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Beethoven the Visionary, Saturday, June 6
Musical Celebrations, Sunday, June 7
Beethoven the Storyteller, Saturday, June 13, 2020
For more information, visit denverchambermusicfestival.org
PRESENTING DENVER DANCE FESTIVAL
June, 2021 COLOR OF CONVERSATION
FILM FESTIVAL
For more information, visit presentingdenver.org
Thursday-Saturday, October 8-10, 2020
Tickets go on sale soon! More information at colorofconversation.com
PD
PRESENTING
DENVER
Photo: Jamie Kraus
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2020-2021 LAMONT SEASON
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
INAUGURAL LAMONT FACULTY ARTIST RECITAL SERIES
The Lamont School of Music launches our Faculty Artists Recital Series with performances by members of our renowned faculty. The
inaugural series includes a reprise performance of the 2020 Winter Season’s sold-out performance by violinist Igor Pikayzen and pianist
Steven Mayer, a new grouping of double-reed faculty artists Ian Wisekal, Sarah Bierhaus and Martin Kuuskmann, and outstanding
recitals by clarinetist Jeremy Reynolds, cellist Matthew Zalkind, percussionist John Kinzie with pianist Stephanie Cheng, violinist Linda
Wang, organist Joseph Galema, and our exceptional jazz faculty.
Subscribe to the full season of nine recitals or build your own series by selecting six concerts from the full season.
CAROL JICKLING LENS, carillon COMPLIMENTARY ADD-ON
ADDITIONAL LAMONT CONCERTS AND EVENTS
September 17, 2020 at the Ritchie Center
IAN WISEKAL, oboe, SARAH BIERHAUS, oboe & MARTIN KUUSKMANN, bassoon LAMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA*
Sunday, October 18, 2020 October 13, 2020 | February 9, 2021 | March 9, 2021
JOSEPH GALEMA, organ LAMONT WIND ENSEMBLE
Sunday, January 10, 2021 at 4:30 pm October 12, 2020 | February 3, 2021 | May 5, 2021
MATTHEW ZALKIND, cello
LAMONT JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Thursday, January 14, 2021
November 9, 2020 | March 1, 2021 | May 24, 2021
IGOR PIKAYZEN, violin & STEVEN MAYER, piano LAMONT CHORALE & CHOIRS
Friday, January 29, 2021 November 12, 2020 | March 4, 2021 | May 20, 2021
JEREMY REYNOLDS, clarinet LAMONT OPERA THEATRE*
Friday, February 5, 2021 April 22-25, 2021 (opera production) | May 27-28, 2021 (cabaret)
LINDA WANG, violin SPIRITUALS PROJECT CHOIR
Friday, February 12, 2021 February 25, 2021 | May 13, 2021
JOHN KINZIE, percussion, STEPHANIE CHENG, piano, with guest artists COMBINED LAMONT SYMPHONY & CHOIRS*
NAOMI NISKALA, piano and MICHAEL TETREAULT, percussion
Thursday, April 15, 2021 June 3, 2021
* Ticket required, visit newmantix.com/lamont
PHRÖNTRANGE JAZZ ENSEMBLE: STEVE WIEST, trombone, ART BOUTON, saxophone, BIJOUX
BARBOSA, bass, MIKE ABBOTT, guitar, ERIC GUNNISON, piano, MIKE MARLIER, drums
Sunday, May 16, 2021 In addition to the listing above, the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver features more than 250
concerts and recitals each year. Visit du.edu/lamont for full schedule, repertoire, and tickets. All performances
are at 7:30 pm at the Newman Center unless noted. Dates and programs subject to change.
Unless noted, all events above are performed in the Frederic C. Hamilton Family Recital Hall at 7:30 pm.
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18 19ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Ticket exchanges for Newman Center Presents subscribers are available by calling 303-871-7720. Single ticket sales (including subscription add-on purchases) are final and there are no refunds or exchanges. If you can’t make it to a performance and cannot exchange your tickets, return them to the box office by calling 303-871-7720 at least 24 hours prior to the show. You’ll receive a tax deductible donation receipt. Children are welcome at most Newman Center performances, and booster seats are available. Please call the box office with questions regarding suitability of any show. HOURS: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Saturdays (September – May) M Allan Frank Family Box Office 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO 80208 303-871-7720 newmancenter.du.edu facebook.com/newmancenter @newmancenter newmanboxoffice@du.edu
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