Mountain Film on Tour
Doors open at 5:30PM | Film starts at 7PM
It's one of our favorite times of year — when Mountainfilm On Tour - Grand Junction returns! Come join us on Thursday, November 21 at the historic Avalon Theater in downtown Grand Junction!
Western Colorado Alliance hosts Mountainfilm On Tour to inspire healthy, just and self-reliant communities through the power of film, art and ideas. Much like our Alliance, these film festivals work to increase our collective voices and impact in our communities.
As always, we'll feature a friendly happy hour with music, and you'll have the opportunity to bid on a wide variety of items in our silent auction! This event is free to attend but a $15 donation is encouraged. Please join us on November 21 for the one and only Mountainfilm on Tour - Grand Junction!
CCGV Presents: Nayo Jones
Doors open 6:30PM | Music starts 7:30PM
Classy chanteuse sings our favorite standards with a hint of Jazz Piano, Bass, and Drums.
Community Concerts of the Grand Valley has been providing quality LIVE entertainment for Grand Junction, Colorado, and the surrounding area since 1944.
2024-2025 Concert Schedule:
Jared Freiburg/Vagabonds - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at 7:30PM
Nayo Jones - Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at 7:30PM
Decades of Love - Ernie Haase - February 2nd, 2025 at 3PM Matinee
Doo Wah Riders - February 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Street Corner Symphony - May 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Doors Open @ 6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to create memories of a lifetime. Get tickets now!
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Doors Open @ 6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to create memories of a lifetime. Get tickets now!
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Doors Open @6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season with the all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland, the perfect fusion of circus artistry and beloved holiday melodies. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the magical holiday extravaganza filled with music, marvels and merriment will ignite the festive spirit in all who attend.
Featuring awe-inspiring acrobatics, gravity-defying aerial feats and talented musicians and singers, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland takes audiences on a spectacular journey into a world of music, cirque and wonder. With new costumes, music, and storylines, the all-new show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal favorites.
Warren Miller’s 75
Doors Open @6:30PM | Show Starts @ 7:30PM
The new film from Warren Miller entitled “75” will celebrate the historic anniversary with emerging athletes and storytelling that will set the tone for the next 75 years.
This fall will mark the 75th anniversary of the Warren Miller film legacy. When the first film from Warren Miller debuted in 1949, it ignited a new genre of filmmaking for the snowsports industry. Today, Warren Miller films have captured the stories of skiers and riders from every edge of the winter world and continue to gather audiences each fall to celebrate the start of the season.
Annie the Musical
Doors Open @ 6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Leapin’ Lizards! America’s most beloved musical, chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. The timeless tale comes to the courtesy of The Theatre Project, a local non-profit community theatre company. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC.
The Theatre Project www.theatreprojectgj.com
Annie the Musical
Doors Open @1PM | Show Starts @ 2PM
Leapin’ Lizards! America’s most beloved musical, chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. The timeless tale comes to the courtesy of The Theatre Project, a local non-profit community theatre company. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC.
The Theatre Project www.theatreprojectgj.com
Annie the Musical
Doors Open @6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Leapin’ Lizards! America’s most beloved musical, chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. The timeless tale comes to the courtesy of The Theatre Project, a local non-profit community theatre company. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC.
The Theatre Project www.theatreprojectgj.com
Annie the Musical
Doors Open @1PM | Show Starts @ 2PM
Leapin’ Lizards! America’s most beloved musical, chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. The timeless tale comes to the courtesy of The Theatre Project, a local non-profit community theatre company. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC.
The Theatre Project www.theatreprojectgj.com
JJ Grey & Mofro
Doors Open @7PM | Show Starts @ 8PM
Released in February 2024 and produced by Grey, Olustee finds the North Florida born and bred Grey singing his personal stories with universal themes of redemption, rebirth, hard luck, and inner peace. With his music, Grey also celebrates good times with lifelong friends, often mixing the carnal with the cerebral in the very same song. Fueled by his vividly detailed, timeless originals, spun from his own life and experiences in the Northern Florida swampland, Grey’s gritty baritone drips with honest passion and testifies with a preacher’s foot-pounding fervor.
Grey, speaking of the upcoming tour, is excited to get started, saying, "Took long enough but it’s coming! Finally going to get our behinds out there to Texas, Arizona, Nevada and the West Coast to do that Olustee thang! Can’t wait!"
Decades of Love - Ernie Haase
Doors open at 6:30PM | Music starts at 7:30PM
For two decades, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound have been sharing songs of hope around the world in four-part harmony. As Gospel music’s premier quartet, Ernie Haase, Doug Anderson, Dustin Doyle, and Paul Harkey step up to their respective mics each night and perform with as much gusto as a burgeoning act.
Consistently topping Southern Gospel radio charts, the group has earned four Grammy nods, numerous gold and platinum DVDs and six GMA Dove Awards. From singing on the hallowed stages of the Grand Ole Opry and Carnegie Hall, to delivering stirring renditions of the national anthem at NBA games and NASCAR events through the years, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound have also been a beloved fixture at Gaither Homecoming gatherings across the country.
If seats are still available, single tickets will be available to purchase three weeks prior to the show.
2024-2025 Concert Schedule:
Decades of Love - Ernie Haase - February 2nd, 2025 at 3PM Matinee
Doo Wah Riders - February 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Street Corner Symphony - May 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
BANFF Mountain Film Festival
Doors open at 6PM | Film starts at 7PM
Get ready to be inspired! Join the Rotary Club of Grand Junction when the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Grand Junction to bring the spirit of outdoor adventure to the Avalon Theatre on February 13th and 14th, at 7pm.
Plan on attending both nights to view a unique line-up of up to eight unique films.
Your ticket purchase benefits the following local organizations: COPMOBA, Colorado Canyons Association, CMU International Student and Outdoor Recreation Program, Colorado National Monument Association, and Western Colorado Conservation Corps
Traveling to remote vistas, analyzing topical environmental issues, and bringing audiences up-close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports the 2024/2025 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world.
Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world! Hot on the heels of the Festival that is held every fall in beautiful Banff, Alberta, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the road. With stops planned in about 550 communities and more than 40 countries across the globe, the Banff World Tour celebrates amazing achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide!
From the over 400 entries submitted into the Festival each year, award-winners and audience favorites are among the films that are carefully selected to play in theaters around the world.
For tickets and information contact the Avalons box office at (970)-263-5757 or use the link below.
BANFF Mountain Film Festival, Day 2
Doors open at 6PM | Film starts at 7PM
Get ready to be inspired! Join the Rotary Club of Grand Junction when the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Grand Junction to bring the spirit of outdoor adventure to the Avalon Theatre on February 13th and 14th, at 7pm.
Plan on attending both nights to view a unique line-up of up to eight unique films.
Your ticket purchase benefits the following local organizations: COPMOBA, Colorado Canyons Association, CMU International Student and Outdoor Recreation Program, Colorado National Monument Association, and Western Colorado Conservation Corps
Traveling to remote vistas, analyzing topical environmental issues, and bringing audiences up-close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports the 2024/2025 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world.
Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world! Hot on the heels of the Festival that is held every fall in beautiful Banff, Alberta, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the road. With stops planned in about 550 communities and more than 40 countries across the globe, the Banff World Tour celebrates amazing achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide!
From the over 400 entries submitted into the Festival each year, award-winners and audience favorites are among the films that are carefully selected to play in theaters around the world.
For tickets and information contact the Avalons box office at (970)-263-5757 or use the link below.
Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group
Doors Open @6:30PM | Show Starts @ 7:30PM
A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
Whether touring as a 'Duo' or with his 'Acoustic Group' or his 'Large Band,' Lovett's live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend's deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.
Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music's most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, he was given the Americana Music Association's inaugural Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas State Musician.
His works, rich and eclectic, are some of the most beloved of any artist working today.
Doo Wah Riders
Doors open at 6:30PM | Music starts at 7:30PM
Cowboy & country rock classics with a Cajun twist. If seats are still available, single tickets will be available to purchase three weeks prior to the show.
Community Concerts of the Grand Valley has been providing quality LIVE entertainment for Grand Junction, Colorado, and the surrounding area since 1944.
2024-2025 Concert Schedule:
Doo Wah Riders - February 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Street Corner Symphony - May 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Van Halen’s 1984
Doors Open @7PM | Show Starts @ 8PM
Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates a select classic album live in its entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of greatest hits from the evening’s artist. Over the past thirteen years, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over 40 classic rock albums, bringing an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music lovers across the US. The group of hand-picked musicians changes based upon the album being performed—and no sonic detail is overlooked, with the musicians doing whatever it takes to reproduce the album. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic—plus a visual experience unlike any other. Fans across the country flock to their shows—and once you see one, you won’t miss another!
Stavros Halkias: The Dreamboat Tour
Doors Open @6:30PM | Show Starts @ 7:30PM
Stavros Halkias is a comedian, actor, and writer originally from Baltimore, Maryland and currently based in Queens, New York. His latest special "Fat Rascal" is out now on Netflix. His debut special, “Live at the Lodge Room” reached a million views in its first four days and currently sits at over 6.4 million views. Last year, he was named to Vulture’s 2023 list of “Comedians You Should and Will Know,” and identified by GQ as “at the front of a new wave of comedians.” His podcast “Stavvy’s World” debuted at #3 on the iTunes comedy charts and garnered hundreds of thousands of subscribers in its first year. He’s a former co-host and founding member of the popular podcast “Cum Town,” which ran from 2016-2022 and he was recently featured in Steven Soderbergh’s sci-fi series “Command Z.” He’s set to lead his own feature in 2024, starring in the upcoming road-movie comedy “Let's Start a Cult”, which he co-wrote. Halkias is also an accomplished model, walking in Kid Super’s Paris fashion week show in 2023 where he was described by Vogue as “the plus-est of plus size models”. His goal is to get just famous enough to buy his mother a nice home and then quit show business to open a surf and turf restaurant in East Baltimore.
John Crist: Jokes for Humans
Doors Open @6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Known for his no-holds-barred humor, Southern-bred wit and charming relatability, Crist has amassed more than 1 billion video views and earned a loyal fanbase of 7+ Million followers across social media. The Georgia native-turned-Nashville resident has brought his laugh-out-loud sets to packed audiences around the globe, and the ‘Jokes For Humans Tour’ features a full set of never-before-heard material.
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: in Concert
Doors Open @6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Join us on a journey to the castle in Goblin City as we celebrate Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert at the Avalon on April 3rd. Prepare to be transported into an experience where the film comes alive with a live band.
The Sleeping Beauty
Doors Open @5PM | Show Starts @ 6PM
Experience the enchanting tale of Sleeping Beauty brought to life in a mesmerizing ballet by Classical Arts Entertainment. Witness the captivating performance by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine as they tell the story of Princess Aurora, cursed to a century-long slumber by the evil fairy Carabosse.
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Classical Arts Entertainment, this production features lavish sets, hand-painted scenery, exquisite costumes designed by the most talented artists of Ukraine, and Tchaikovsky's iconic score, which promises an unforgettable experience. Led by a cast of world-class dancers, the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine's artistry and flawless execution will transport you into a world of wonder and magic.
Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a masterpiece of classical ballet. Book your tickets now and be enchanted by Sleeping Beauty!
Matt Mathews - Boujee on a Budget Tour
Doors Open @6PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
Get Up! It’s time to get tickets to Matt Mathews Boujee On A Budget Tour coming to the Avalon Theatre May 2, 2025!
In a short amount of time, Matt has skyrocketed into the social media stratosphere through his hilariously raw social posts, side-splitting short-form videos and stand-up clips–earning him over 4.8 million followers on TikTok and over 2 million followers on Instagram. Matt recently wrapped his debut headlining tour, When That Thang Get Ta Thang’n and sold-out 100 dates and 150,000 tickets across the country.
Matt recently taped his first stand-up special at the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham, AL that will be announced soon. On September 22nd, Matt will premiere his new 6 episode YouTube series, Doin’ the Most With Matt Mathews as the cameras follow him around as he takes on new challenges from ballet class to bartending.
Street Corner Symphony
Doors open at 6:30PM | Music starts at 7:30PM
A hip male acapella quintet with rock, pop, gospel, and more!
If seats are still available, single tickets will be available to purchase three weeks prior to the show.
Community Concerts of the Grand Valley has been providing quality LIVE entertainment for Grand Junction, Colorado, and the surrounding area since 1944.
Cannibal the Musical (Saturday Evening)
Doors open at 6PM | Show starts at 7PM
Geek Parties Theatre presents Trey Parker’s Cannibal the Musical. This show is PG, there is some suggestive, violent, subject matter in this production.
Cannibal the Musical (Saturday Matinee)
Doors open at 6PM | Show starts at 7PM
Geek Parties Theatre presents Trey Parker’s Cannibal the Musical. This show is PG, there is some suggestive, violent, subject matter in this production.
Cannibal the Musical
Doors open at 6PM | Show starts at 7PM
Geek Parties Theatre presents Trey Parker’s Cannibal the Musical. This show is PG, there is some suggestive, violent, subject matter in this production.
Joe Gatto: Let's get into it featuring Mark Jigarjian
Doors Open @ 6 PM | Show Starts @ 7 PM
Please Note: This is an 16+ Event
UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH A MEET & GREET PACKAGE
POST-Show Meet & Greet & Photo with Joe Gatto. Meet & Greet ticket DOES NOT include a seat for the show. A separate show ticket MUST be purchased to attend Meet & Greet.
Nurse Blake
Doors at 6PM
Nurse Blake is a nurse, creator, advocate, touring comedian, viral sensation and so much more. From nursing school to the bedsides of patients, Nurse Blake uses his unique experiences for a fun-filled comedy event that celebrates the hard work of healthcare providers. He is truly a one-of-a-kind entertainer with a career pivot not even he could have expected!
From an early age, he knew he wanted to be a Nurse and started working as a patient transporter at 17. Nurse Blake graduated BSN in 2014 from UCF in Orlando, Florida. As an advocate from the beginning, he was also the President of the Florida Nursing Student Association.
In 2013, Nurse Blake started Banned4Life to end the permanent FDA gay blood ban, which ultimately contributed to the lifetime ban being lifted in 2015. Driven by an intense desire to effect meaningful change in healthcare, Nurse Blake’s commitment extends beyond policy work. He shares his personal narrative with remarkable candor, embodying transparency and courage.
Immediately after graduating, Blake jumped right into what he thought would be his forever career, working in level 1 trauma centers around the country in a variety of nursing roles. Unbeknownst to him, his interest in social media that had developed during school would shift his career 180 degrees.
Nurse Blake began creating Facebook videos as a way to de-stress and share his nursing experience in a comedic way. Hailed “a genuine phenomenon” by The New York Times, Blake Lynch as @NurseBlake went viral and connected nurses and nursing students together from around the world, currently entertaining nearly 4M followers on social media. Fans worldwide know Nurse Blake from his viral videos and now he takes his comedy to the stages around the world bringing nurses together through his humor and inspiration. In 2023, Nurse Blake decided to embark on a new 100 city tour, Shock Advised Comedy Tour, across North America featuring live skits, videos, and interactive stories drawn from his real-life. This tour follows his 2022 PTO Comedy Tour which started in 14 cities and grew to 55 due to demand -and sold out every venue!
Adding to his long list of accomplishments, is author. His latest release is a charming holiday-themed book, Santa Sent to the E.R., an educational tale where young readers will discover the true meaning of first aid, prevention, and care through a heartwarming adventure with Santa. His love of storytelling also can be found in his creation of Nurse Blake Magazine, a free magazine that serves as a platform for captivating stories about nurses and healthcare and is available both in print and as downloadable versions on Nurse Blake's official website.
For more information on Nurse Blake's endeavors and his current tour schedule, please visit https://www.nurseblake.com/pages/about.
Junktown Film Festival
Doors Open @ 6 PM | Show Starts @ 7PM
The Junktown Film Festival, located in Grand Junction, Colorado, the childhood home of blacklisted screenwriter (and bathtub enthusiast) Dalton Trumbo. This film festival showcases incredible short films from across the United States and around the world.
#IMOMSOHARD: Ladies Night
Please Note: This is an 18+ Event
Please Note: WHICH BAGS ARE APPROVED FOR ENTRY? Clear tote no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" One gallon clear plastic bag Small purses, clutches, wallets that aren't clear and are no larger than 5" x 8" *Exceptions will be made for those with medical requirements and/or special needs. Diaper bags are allowed and must be accompanied with a child.
Sunset Pulse: Sunset Beats & Vibes
Enjoy Deep House, Melodic Techno, and Trance vibes in an exclusive, intimate rooftop event.
Limited availability - only 100 tickets available
This is a 21+ event
Jared Freiburg with the Vagabonds
Community Concerts of the Grand Valley has been providing quality LIVE entertainment for Grand Junction, Colorado, and the surrounding area since 1944.
2024-2025 Concert Schedule:
Jared Freiburg/Vagabonds - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at 7:30PM
Nayo Jones - Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at 7:30PM
Decades of Love - Ernie Haase - February 2nd, 2025 at 3PM Matinee
Doo Wah Riders - February 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Street Corner Symphony - May 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Alice’s Wonderland
Join the well-known adventure and memorable characters down the rabbit hole to discover Alice's Wonderland. Live performances of this full-length ballet will be presented by Western Colorado's premier professional ballet company, Colorado West Performing Arts Company (CWPAC) at Grand Junction's Avalon Theatre and the Montrose Pavilion. This two-act ballet is filled with special animation effects to send you on a magical journey to enjoy with your loved ones, leaving the theatre with plenty to share and remember.
Alice's Wonderland features thirteen professional company artists, three trainees, and other local talented youth who auditioned to experience the stage in supporting roles. This show is under two hours including a 20 minute intermission. Opportunities to meet the cast and take photos will follow each performance in the auditorium.
Alice’s Wonderland
Join the well-known adventure and memorable characters down the rabbit hole to discover Alice's Wonderland. Live performances of this full-length ballet will be presented by Western Colorado's premier professional ballet company, Colorado West Performing Arts Company (CWPAC) at Grand Junction's Avalon Theatre and the Montrose Pavilion. This two-act ballet is filled with special animation effects to send you on a magical journey to enjoy with your loved ones, leaving the theatre with plenty to share and remember.
Alice's Wonderland features thirteen professional company artists, three trainees, and other local talented youth who auditioned to experience the stage in supporting roles. This show is under two hours including a 20 minute intermission. Opportunities to meet the cast and take photos will follow each performance in the auditorium.
Alice’s Wonderland
Join the well-known adventure and memorable characters down the rabbit hole to discover Alice's Wonderland. Live performances of this full-length ballet will be presented by Western Colorado's premier professional ballet company, Colorado West Performing Arts Company (CWPAC) at Grand Junction's Avalon Theatre and the Montrose Pavilion. This two-act ballet is filled with special animation effects to send you on a magical journey to enjoy with your loved ones, leaving the theatre with plenty to share and remember.
Alice's Wonderland features thirteen professional company artists, three trainees, and other local talented youth who auditioned to experience the stage in supporting roles. This show is under two hours including a 20 minute intermission. Opportunities to meet the cast and take photos will follow each performance in the auditorium.
Alice’s Wonderland
Join the well-known adventure and memorable characters down the rabbit hole to discover Alice's Wonderland. Live performances of this full-length ballet will be presented by Western Colorado's premier professional ballet company, Colorado West Performing Arts Company (CWPAC) at Grand Junction's Avalon Theatre and the Montrose Pavilion. This two-act ballet is filled with special animation effects to send you on a magical journey to enjoy with your loved ones, leaving the theatre with plenty to share and remember.
Alice's Wonderland features thirteen professional company artists, three trainees, and other local talented youth who auditioned to experience the stage in supporting roles. This show is under two hours including a 20 minute intermission. Opportunities to meet the cast and take photos will follow each performance in the auditorium.
GJSO Celestial Journey
Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey with our season opener, celebrating the wonders of outer space! This out-of-this-world concert features John Williams' iconic, E.T. Adventures on Earth, Missy Mazzoli's Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), and Gustav Holst's epic masterpiece, The Planets. Each piece is carefully chosen to transport you to the farthest reaches of the universe. From Holst’s breathtaking orchestration to Williams’ timeless melodies and Mazzoli’s innovative sounds, this concert promises an unforgettable experience that will captivate both seasoned classical fans and newcomers. Join us as we launch our 46th season in grand, cosmic style.
GJSO Celestial Journey
Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey with our season opener, celebrating the wonders of outer space! This out-of-this-world concert features John Williams' iconic, E.T. Adventures on Earth, Missy Mazzoli's Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), and Gustav Holst's epic masterpiece, The Planets. Each piece is carefully chosen to transport you to the farthest reaches of the universe. From Holst’s breathtaking orchestration to Williams’ timeless melodies and Mazzoli’s innovative sounds, this concert promises an unforgettable experience that will captivate both seasoned classical fans and newcomers. Join us as we launch our 46th season in grand, cosmic style.
Rocky Mountain PBS: Livestream - Ken Burns: Leonardo da Vinci
Gather as a community to watch a livestream of Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon discussing their new film, LEONARDO da VINCI. Enjoy an exclusive preview of the film, which will air on Rocky Mountain PBS later this fall, in two-parts, on November 18 and 19. Tickets for the livestream event are on sale now! Rocky Mountain PBS looks forward to seeing you there!
Pat Green
Born in San Antonio, Texas, Pat Green has firmly established himself as a Texas legend with his evocative blend of traditional and modern country music. He started his musical career playing at local bars while attending Texas Tech University, quickly capturing the hearts of listeners with his authentic sound and heartfelt storytelling. His debut album, Dancehall Dreamer, released in 1995, marked the beginning of a celebrated journey that would deeply embed him in the fabric of Texas music culture. Pat Green’s influence in Texas country music is underscored by a career that spans over two decades, with albums like Three Days and the gold-certified Wave on Wave capturing the essence of Texas life and propelling him to national acclaim. These albums have not only brought critical acclaim but also resonated broadly, leading to three Grammy nominations and a consistent presence on the Billboard country charts. Green now sits with over 2 million albums sold and over 200 million career streams.
Beyond his music, Pat Green is a dedicated philanthropist, actively supporting music education and advocating for “underdog” charities through the Pat Green Foundation. His enduring contributions to his community and his ability to resonate with fans through his music have cemented his status as a beloved figure and a true Texas legend.
Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Tour
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Celtic Woman is comprised of four young Irish women whose performing skills bring centuries of musical and cultural tradition to life. In concert, their angelic voices and instrumental virtuosity are accompanied by a robust ensemble that includes Irish dancers, bagpipers and a full band playing an array of traditional Celtic instruments, including bodhrán, tin whistle, bouzouki and Uilleann pipes.
For more information: https://www.celticwoman.com/
2024 Daily Sentinel High School Sports Awards
The 2024 Daily Sentinel High School Sports Awards celebrates the accomplishments of our local District 51 high school athletes in CHSAA sports.
An evening every parent, family member and friend will be proud to attend. Help us honor top high school athletes in our area as we present the best of the best with top honors and awards. High School athletes from Central High School, Fruita Monument High School, Grand Junction High School and Palisade High School will be honored.
Doors open at 6:00 pm for the Tailgate Party and the Awards Ceremony will start at 7:00 pm.
https://970tix.com/events/high-school-sports-awards-2024-5-23-2024
Pete Davidson
Doors open @ 7 PM | Show Starts @ 8 PM
(*This event will be a phone-free experience. Use of cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras, or recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space. Upon arrival at the venue, all phones, smart watches, and accessories will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their phones at all times, and can access their phones throughout the event at designated Phone Use Areas in the venue. All phones will be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the event space. Anyone seen using a phone during the performance will be escorted out of the venue. Guests are encouraged to bring a credit card for purchases inside the venue. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience.*)
Pete Davidson is the creator, executive producer, writer and star of Peacock’s critically acclaimed comedy “Bupkis.”
Davidson was a cast member on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” from 2014-2022, where his singular Weekend Update features and original music videos garnered millions of views.
Davidson shot his first one-hour stand-up special for Comedy Central in 2016 and was named one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 the same year. In 2020, he released the stand-up special “Pete Davidson: Alive From New York.” Davidson was listed as one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People of 2022.
In 2020, Davidson co-wrote, executive produced, and starred in the critically acclaimed film “The King of Staten Island.” Additional film work includes “Trainwreck,” “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,” “Big Time Adolescence,” “Set It Up,” “Meet Cute,” and “Bodies Bodies Bodies.” Upcoming projects include “Dumb Money,” “Wizards!” and “I Slept with Joey Ramone.”
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Pete Davidson: Prehab Tour Tickets May 17, 2024 Grand Junction, CO | Ticketmaster
George Thorogood & the Destroyers
Doors open at 6:30 PM | Music starts at 7:30 PM
Grand Junction, Colo., February 16—One of the most iconic bands in rock & roll history, George Thorogood & The Destroyers, will be at live at the Avalon Theatre in Grand Juntion on Wednesday, May 15 for their Bad All Over the World: 50 Years of Rock tour. Tickets start at $49.50 plus applicable fees and go on sale Friday, February 23, at 10 a.m.
Since 1976, George Thorogood & The Destroyers have sold over 15 million albums, played more than 8,000 ferocious live shows, and built a catalog of classic hits that includes “Get A Haircut”, “I Drink Alone”, “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer”, and “Move It On Over”. Their definitive badass anthem “Bad To The Bone”, deemed the most popular song for bikers by Spotify, celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2022, and the party's still going strong.
About George Thorogood & The Destroyers
On the evening of December 1st , 1973 at The University of Delaware’s Lane Hall, a guitarist, a drummer, and their rhythm guitarist set up their gear on the small bandstand. Though the three-piece band had barely rehearsed, guitarist George Thorogood and drummer Jeff Simon had been bashing out covers of songs they loved – including “No Particular Place To Go,” “Madison Blues,” and “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer” – in suburban Wilmington basements since they were teens. The Lane Hall audience was wary at first. “Then it was like somebody flipped a switch,” Simon recalls. “Everybody hit the dance floor all at once.”
“We had the place rockin’,” Thorogood says. “From that very first show, Jeff and I knew we were onto something.” Five decades, more than 8,000 performances, and over 15 million albums later, few bands can still rock the house like George Thorogood & The Destroyers. And for Thorogood, Simon, and other long-term Destroyers Bill Blough, Jim Suhler and Buddy Leach, their Bad All Over the World – 50 Years of Rock Tour will be a celebration like no other.
But when asked to pick a career highlight, maybe one night over the past half century that changed everything for George Thorogood The Destroyers, he shakes his head, flashes a huge grin, and heads off to soundcheck. “My highlight is when I step on that bandstand,” Thorogood says. “The promoters invited us, the audience came to hear us, and we’re ready to rock. Every night I play for people can be the biggest night of my life.”
Classics, Romantics & Modern Day Works
5/11: Doors open at 6 PM | Show at 7:30 PM
5/12: Doors open at 1 PM | Show at 2 PM
Join Colorado West Performing Arts Company for a mixed repertoire performance at the Avalon Theatre. Showcasing the versatility of our dancers, this performance celebrates and highlights excerpts from classic and romantic ballets as well as displaying original contemporary works. Perfect for both dance lovers and new audience members, this varied selection of dance styles will leave you walking away discussing what your favorites were. Avalon theater Grand Junction Colorado Mothers Day weekend, May 11th and 12th.
CWPAC is Western Colorados premier professional ballet company. Featuring 14 professional dancers from across the country to cultivate more performing arts in our own communities. In their second season of performances, CWPAC continues to gain attention from area residents and draws people from all over Western Colorado and Eastern Utah to attend their ballet productions.
Community Concerts of the Grand Valley presents 700 Miles to Broadway
Doors open at 6:30 PM
J. Robert Spencer takes you on a musical journey across genres and decades with his show “7,000 Miles to Broadway”. You'll be transported back in time on a road trip in the family wood-paneled yellow station wagon where J. Robert grew up singing classic country, rock, and Broadway hits along to the car radio and 8-tracks. This is the music that helped pave his way to starring in “Jersey Boys,” and “Next to Normal.” From Willie Nelson’s country twang to the smooth crooning sounds of Frank Sinatra and the pop favorites of Frankie Valli, “7,000 Miles to Broadway” is chock full of radio and Broadway hits!
Sam Bush Band
Doors open at 6:30 PM | Music starts at 7:30 PM
Support artist: TBD
There was only one prize-winning teenager carrying stones big enough to say thanks, but no thanks to Roy Acuff. Only one son of Kentucky finding a light of inspiration from Bill Monroe and his Blue Grass Boys and catching a fire from Bob Marley and The Wailers. Only one progressive hippie allying with like-minded conspirators, rolling out the New Grass revolution, and then leaving the genre’s torch-bearing band behind as it reached its commercial peak.
More info: https://www.sambush.com/bio
World Ballet Series: Swan Lake
Doors open at 6 PM
Experience the legendary!
Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, will be performed one night only as a part of the World Ballet Series. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by Odile and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky's music.
The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets as well as over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.
World Ballet Series is a unique project that attracts many international artists and is composed of renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries who are united by a passion for entertaining audiences and enriching classical ballet traditions through brilliant, critically-acclaimed new productions of timeless ballet classics.
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