Sat, Aug 7 3:00 PM Mirai Daiko LIVE Curious Theatre $20
Curious Theatre - 1080 Acoma St - Denver - 303-623-0524
Experience the dynamic art of Taiko, Japanese Drumming, as Mirai Daiko presents an exhilarating visual and music experience at the Curious Theatre on Saturday, August 7th, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. Mirai Daiko is a professional Japanese drum ensemble comprised of first, second, and third generation emerging taiko leaders. Mirai Daiko LIVE will fill the Curious Theatre with powerful resonating beats and captivate the audience with innovative movement and choreography. This concert pays tribute to traditional taiko rhythms and Japanese music with hand-made taiko drums, folk dancing and singing, the Japanese koto (harp), and shinobue (flute). The production also features cross-cultural collaborations with guest artists, including Hip-Hop dancers, up and coming fusion saxophonist Asia Fajardo-Wright, and African Djembe drummer Fatu. Don’t miss this exciting and unique intercultural performance celebrating the past, present, and future of taiko! WHEN: Mirai Daiko LIVE on Saturday, August 7 at 3:00 PM WHERE: Curious Theatre, 1080 Acoma Street, Denver, CO 80204 TICKETS: $15 in advance, $20 at the door; tickets available online now at http://mirai-daiko.ticketleap.com Watch the Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRdnnOUvSdU
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Sat, Aug 14 8:00 AM Music on Main Main Street - Frisco FREE
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An all-day festivity for the whole family, Music on Main is an annual event hosted by the Town of Frisco that offers a free live concert with available beverages and snacks. Including appearances from Grammy winner Booker T. and an accompanying performance by the Subdudes, Music on Main is an opportunity to enjoy Colorado’s summer weather, while experiencing a visit to the Town of Frisco. Proceeds from beverages will be donated to Advocates for Victims of Assault and the Family Intercultural Resource Center.
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