THORNTON ACTIVITIES GUIDE70 SUMMER 2017

THORNTON ARTS & CULTURE CENTER (TACC)9209 Dorothy Blvd., Thornton, 80229 | 720-977-5882 | www.cityofthornton.net/arts

THORNTON ARTS & CULTURE CENTERHOURS OF OPERATIONMonday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

OZ GALLERY*HOURS OF OPERATIONMonday-Friday 1:30-5 p.m.

HOLIDAY CLOSURESMemorial Day, May 29Independence Day Tuesday, July 4

*Located inside the Thornton Arts & Culture Center.

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council (TASHCO) is committed to the education, promotion and participation of citizens through performing and visual arts, science and history.

The goals of TASHCO are to establish dynamic partnerships and sponsorships; make TASHCO a part of the city’s

infrastructure to identify Thornton as a strong arts community; support, celebrate, encourage, recognize and present a variety of inspiring programs; and develop sound, consistent, and reliable funding sources.

Organizations supported by TASHCO:• Thornton Community Band • Thornton Community Chorus • The Young Artists Alliance

TROIS AMIES EXHIBITAs part of this summer’s Women in the Arts, Thornton Arts & Culture presents Trois Amies (Three Friends) exhibition, featuring painters Sally Bullers, Jill Riggin and Monique Gray. Each artist exhibits their unique approach to the watercolor medium.

Reception: Friday, May 12, 6:30-8 p.m. Exhibit: May 1-Jun 30, 1:30-5 p.m.

NOW YOU SEE ME EXHIBITThis summer we are celebrating women in the arts. These works reflect practices and issues that women in the arts are addressing through creative and artistic methods. Be sure to come to the artists reception, we will have live performances by women musicians, poets and dancers along with a chance to meet and mingle with the artists.

Reception: Friday, Sep 8, 7-9 p.m. Exhibit: Jul 1-Sep 30, 1:30-5 p.m.

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THE GALLERY @ THORNTON CIVIC CENTERMAY: Photos by Lisa MartinezJUNE-JULY: Drawings by Kelly CookAUGUST-OCTOBER: Paintings by Heidi Analise

THE GALLERY @ THORNTON ACTIVE ADULT CENTERJUNE-AUGUST: Photos by Lisa Martinez

Did you know all of the art that is on display at all three of our galleries is for sale? We do not charge artists to show their work and we do not take commission. When you buy art you are supporting local business and purchasing something that never loses value. Come by any of our galleries to look and purchase art, don’t forget to vote for your favorite pieces to add to the city’s permanent art collection.

YOUNG ARTISTS CHORALE CONCERTCelebrate summer and bring the family to the Carpenter Park Amphitheater to enjoy a concert featuring the Young Artists Chorale. The performance will include Disney music and well-known tunes from the stage and screen. For more information about the chorale visit www.youngartistsalliance.com.

Fr Jul 21 7 p.m.

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LOCO MOTION The Science of Circus Arts ShowNational Juggling Champion and physical comedian Peter Davison performs amazing juggling, balancing, unicycle riding, clowning and explains the science behind the artistry. This show is packed with audience participation, education, and entertainment! We Jun 14 2-2:45 a.m. TACC

DOCTOR NOIZEDoctor Noize dazzles and inspires audiences to be musicians and creators.With his one-man-band of instruments and deep expertise in electronic music looping technology, the Doc will arrange and record music live! Come listen and dance as he performs an interactive show for the whole family!We Jul 12 2-2:45 a.m. TACC

MAD SCIENCEUnique, hands-on science experiences for children that are as entertaining as they are educational! The audience will be amazed when the Mad Scientist is able to defy gravity in this energetic and spectacular special event. Didgeridoo tubes, foaming hands and steaming chemical reactions will introduce children to a world of exciting chemistry.We Aug 9 2-2:45 a.m. TACC

2017 BREAK-A-LEG! OUTDOORS OPEN AUDITIONSAn Old-Fashioned Evening of Music & Melodrama July 27, 28 and 29 at 6 p.m.Carpenter Park Amphitheater • 3498 E. 112th Ave.

Young actors, ages 14 to 21, are invited to audition for the 2017 Break-A-Leg! Outdoors summer production of An Old-Fashioned Evening of Music & Melodrama. This production will present a one-act melodrama, plus a variety of music and comedy acts tailored to the talents of the auditioning participants. Theater tech crew enthusiasts of any age who are interested in sets, costumes, etc. are also invited to participate or volunteer

All interested participants (acting and tech crew) must register by Friday, May 5. Auditions will be held on Friday, May 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Thornton Arts & Culture Center. Tech crew registrants please plan to attend the auditions. Actors should also keep their schedules open for Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. to noon for extended auditions and 7 to 9 p.m. for callbacks. Participants under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present at auditions to complete and sign paperwork.

Rehearsals are most Tuesday and Friday evenings, 6 to 9 p.m., May 26-July 25 at the Thornton Arts & Culture Center. Set, costume and prop construction “Tech Days” are most Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., from June 17 through July 22.

Visit http://caryann.org/thornton.html or call 720-977-5885 for details and to submit your registration.

TACC PROGRAMS

All Funtaztikidz performances take place at the Thornton Arts & Culture Center, 9209 Dorothy Blvd. Visit facebook.com/COTarts/events for more information or join our mailing list by texting the word CULTURE to 42828. For questions, please contact us at arts@cityofthornton.net or 720-977-5882.