Told through the eyes of 17-year-old Ernestine (Krisangela Washington), this is a memory play about an African-American family from the Deep South that has moved to bustling Brooklyn in 1950 and is forced to face significant changes in their lifestyle – a new stepmother who happens to be white AND German (Kirsten Deane), a new culture, new friends, new expectations, their religious views, their social views and the changes that come simply with growing up.

Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage (author of RUINED which was recently produced at The Denver Center), CRUMBS is a lyrical, funny and compassionate gem that charms the heart with its delightful, unforgettable characters and its message of tolerance, love and the quest for self-discovery.

“Ms. Nottage portrays the Crumps with wit, unaffected sweetness and the same infallible ear that helped make Intimate Apparel so memorable. Time and again her dialogue makes your mouth pop open with the twin shock of recognition and delight.” -Wall Street Journal

Performance dates/Times –
January 27, 28, February 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 at 7:30 pm;
January 29, February 12 and 19 at 2:00pm.

TICKETS –
Adults – $24/Students  and Seniors – $20 ($18 for groups of 10+)
Call: 303-739-1970 or visit: www.AuroraFox.org

Please join us for our new exhibit at Red Delicious Press, For the Moment. This exhibition is a snapshot of Toni’s screen printing and her art process. The works use symbols, composition, and transparent inks to express her quirky imagery. The prints depict the lighter side of fleeting moments from our everyday experiences. Toni is from Colorado, and currently lives in New Zealand. She will offer a workshop in conjunction with University of Denver during her visit home.

Opening reception is Friday, January 13th and the show runs until February 29th, 2012.

Public Reception: Friday, January 13, 6 – 8 pm

Exhibition dates: January 13th – February 28, 2012

Gallery hours: Second Fridays 6 – 8 pm Or call for appointment: 303.366.2922

The class schedule is updated through March 2012. Please visit our website for more information on dates, rates and descriptions.

DAVA is located at 1405 Florence St., one block south of Colfax Avenue in Original Aurora. The exhibit will be open to the public from January 20^th to February 24^th with the opening reception from 4 to 8 pm on Friday January 20^th. The exhibit is free and open to the public from 10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday or by appointment through February 24, 2012.

“Art teachers in the district are so fortunate that DAVA provides us this space to show our works each year.  We hope to see many teachers participating,” comments Debbie Nolasco art teacher at Boston K-8. This exhibit will include ceramics, paintings, photographs, collages and art in other media made by Aurora Public Schools’ art educators.

For more information e-mail: gallery@davarts.org or call DAVA at 303 367 5886.

Downtown Aurora Visual Arts is a nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to strengthen the community through the arts with youth as its primary focus. For more information about our programs, visit www.davarts.org.

It’s that time of year again, and we want to start the Holidays off right!   On December 9th, 2011, we are going to have our annual tree lighting, and we’ve even lined up a visit from the man himself, Santa!  Bring the whole family down and the Aurora Arts District for something truly special.

We will have food, fun, crafts and carolers.  At 6pm, we will light the tree, and Santa visits will take place after.  Then the carols will help guide you around to the local shops, galleries and vendors so you can get a little Christmas shopping in.  There will even be a few local names on hand.

Our project for the year is a Hat, Gloves and Scarves drive!  We hope to give our at least 100 of each to the community this year, and we could use your help!  Please stop by any Aurora Arts District members location to donate today!

12/9/11 5-8pm

• Live music from Kid Kosmo & The Space Monkeys!
• Street Artists
• Food Vendors
• Kids Activities
• Flix on the Fax: Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

with guest artists: Joe Higgins, Chris DeKnikker, Christine Boyd, Alberto Veronica

Opening reception: Friday December 9^th, 4-8 pm

Proceeds fund art programs for youth

Exhibit continues through January 6^th, 2012

This exhibit is free and open to the public from 10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday or by appointment. For more information, please e-mail gallery@davarts.org.

Downtown Aurora Visual Arts is a nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to strengthen the community through the arts with youth as its primary focus. For more information about our programs, visit www.davarts.org, or call DAVA at 303 367 5886. 

Fliers for the event have been translated into seven languages, something that speaks to the diversity in the northwest corner of the city. McClelland said representatives from the area’s Neighborhood Watch groups will be on hand for the event.

Read more HERE.