May 22, 2025
Parker Wine Walk and Farmer’s Market!
The Parker Wine Walk is next weekend – a favorite of residents and nearby visitors from adjacent towns. In the meantime, there are plenty of comedians, concerts, dance performances and musicals to choose from this weekend and next. Make your entertainment plans and enjoy!
TODAY/TONIGHT, Thursday-Saturday, May 22-24
RANDY FELTFACE
The first banana appeared on earth 10,000 years ago. Randy Feltface believes humanity has been in a downward spiral ever since. The only logical solution is a brand new hour of comedy from a felt-faced comedian with an axe to grind.
As seen on Netflix and NBC, Randy Feltface has spent the past 19 years winning awards and garnering critical praise while amassing a huge and devoted following across the globe. Randy has written and performed a dozen solo stand-up comedy shows, released seven comedy specials, played to sold out crowds around the world and has been nominated for Best Comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He made his US television debut on NBC’s Bring The Funny and his comedy specials have become pirated YouTube sensations.
Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Pl., Greenwood Village
Thurs., 7:30; Fri./Sat., 7:15 & 9:45 p.m.
Tickets: $25-$40
Phone: 720-274-6800
Friday-Sunday, May 23-25
RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL
A Regional Premiere! In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other — the chance to return to life.
Vintage Theatre, Nickelson Auditorium, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora
Fri./Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m.
Tickets: $20-$39 + Taxes & Fees
Phone: 303-856-7830
Saturday, May 24
PARKER FARMERS MARKET
It’s the hottest place in Parker on a Sunday morning with over 100 vendors selling local produce, meats/dairy, food trucks, artwork, home/body products, and much more! Hosted by The Local Colorado, the Farmers Market in downtown Parker opens on Mother’s Day and runs every Sunday through October.
Downtown Parker, 19565 Mainstreet, Parker
8:00 a.m. (Sundays through October 26, weather permitting)
Tickets: Free Admission
LASER SPECTACULAR: SHINE ON!
With world-class musicianship and the cutting-edge production of the famous Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular, SHINE ON gives the audience the most unique musical and visual tribute to Pink Floyd ever!
This incredible show is a power-packed experience featuring an all-star cast whose members have a rich history of performing with members of international recording artists, including Asia, Chicago, Styx, Def Leppard, The Eagles, The Alan Parsons LIVE Project, Foreigner, Journey, and Led Zeppelin!
SWAN LAKE
The Raydean Acevedo Colorado Ballet Academy presents the full-length ballet, Swan Lake. All students enrolled in Levels 1 through Pre-Professional Division will be performing in May 2025 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Colorado Ballet Academy is thrilled to be able to share this rare performance opportunity with our students.
SIMPLE MINDS: ALIVE AND KICKING
Scottish rock band Simple Minds have been on an extraordinary journey – from humble beginnings in post-punk 1970s Glasgow to becoming one of the UK’s most successful and pioneering bands – selling over 60 million records, achieving six number one albums, topping the American charts and best known internationally for their 1985 hit “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” (UK #7, US #1, Canada #1), from the soundtrack of the film The Breakfast Club.
NEXT WEEK: Thursday- Saturday, May 29-31
MONTY FRANKLIN
Monty Franklin is an Australian-born stand-up comedian and actor based in Los Angeles. He has toured over 40 states of the U.S., and also tours with Rob Schneider, Joe Rogan and John Cleese.
Monty’s online videos pointing out the ‘perils’ of being an Australian living in America have massed over 1 billion views. He was on episode #1794 of The Joe Rogan Experience and is currently appearing in Real Rob on Netflix, seasons 1 and 2. Monty has had roles on New Girl on FOX and Becoming Bond on Hulu.
Monty is currently set to star in his first feature film that he co-wrote with Rob Schneider and John Cleese, The Great Emu War, filming in Australia in 2024. The film also stars Schneider, Cleese, Rhys Darby and Jim Jefferies.
Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Pl., Greenwood Village
Thurs., 7:30; Fri., 7:00 & 9:30 p.m., Sat., 6:30 & 9:00 p.m.
Tickets: $16-$24
Phone: 720-274-6800
Friday, May 30
PARKER WINE WALK
Gather with friends, family, or colleagues and enjoy a beautiful summer evening wandering Downtown Parker, enjoying wine, and visiting local merchants. The fun begins at 4:30. Start at the chamber office where you’ll pick up your wristband, commemorative glass, and map. While you’re there, visit the dozen or so area businesses exhibiting on the Parker Station Plaza and enjoy some live music.
From there, move toward Mainstreet and Pikes Peak Avenue to visit participating merchants. Check out their specials, and maybe even get a jump on your holiday and back-to-school shopping.
Friday-Sunday, May 30-June 1
TORCH SONG
Winner of The Director’s Choice Selection! In Torch Song – the two-act revival of Harvey Fierstein’s award-winning Torch Song Trilogy – the life of Arnold Beckoff, a torch song-singing, Jewish drag queen living in New York City, is dramatized over the span of the late 1970s and 1980s. Torch Song follows Arnold’s odyssey to find happiness in New York. All he wants is a husband, a child, and a pair of bunny slippers that fit, but a visit from his overbearing mother reminds him that he needs one thing more: respect.
Vintage Theatre, Bond-Trimble Auditorium, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora
Fri./Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m.
Tickets: $20-$36 + Taxes & Fees
Info: 303-856-7830
THE LORD OF THE RINGS CONCERT
Howard Shore’s complete Academy Award® and Grammy®–winning score, will be performed live on-stage by more than 250 musicians simultaneously alongside a screening of the film. The Denver presentation of Fellowship will be performed by your Colorado Symphony, Colorado Symphony Chorus, and the Colorado Children’s Chorale.
Peter Jackson’s complete award-winning epic will be projected digitally on four screens suspended above the orchestra while the combined forces of the Colorado Symphony, Colorado Symphony Chorus, and Colorado Children’s Chorale bring the music of Middle-earth to life.
Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th Street, #15, Denver
Fri./Sat., 7:00 p.m.; Sun., 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $15-$115, plus fees/taxes
Phone: 303-623-7876
RYAN ADAMS HEARTBREAKER TOUR
Ryan Adams has been praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters” (SPIN). The 7-time Grammy nominated artist has 22 studio albums to his name, accumulating in millions of sales. He has produced albums for esteemed musicians including Willie Nelson, Jesse Malin, Jenny Lewis and has collaborated with some of music’s most influential artists such as Weezer, Fall Out Boy, America and many more.
Ryan has been praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters” (SPIN). The seven-time Grammy nominated artist has 22 studio albums to his name, accumulating in millions of sales. He has produced albums for esteemed musicians including Willie Nelson, Jesse Malin, Jenny Lewis and has collaborated with some of music’s most influential artists such as Weezer, Fall Out Boy, America and many more.
Friday and Monday, May 30 and June 2
GLITZ, GLAM AND GLITTER
Take your seat and watch our dancers take the floor! From the spotlights to the sequins to the amazing routines, the dancers from Colorado School of Dance will SHINE on stage. Families you can bring your sparkle too! Come and celebrate our talented dancers all decked out in glitter in this years’ glamorous production.
Saturday, May 31
MARLON WAYONS: WILD CHILD TOUR
At 52 Marlon Lamont Wayans is an accomplished American actor, comedian, film producer, and screenwriter best recognized for starring in films like G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, Scary Movie, and A Haunted House and sitcoms like The Wayans Bros and Marlon. Coming from the Wayans family of entertainers that include a number of directors, screenwriters, comedians, and actors, Marlon started off his on-screen journey with a bit role in the film I’m Gonna Git You Sucka. Over the years, he has collaborated with his brother Shawn Wayans on several comedy film projects. He co-founded the urban comedy digital media company What the Funnywith Randy Adams and created his own sitcom titled Marlon that aired on NBC for two seasons.
Sunday, June 1
ARTISTICO DANCE CO.
Enter a world of endless possibilities at Artistico Dance Company – Viva Mexico! A Dance Spectacular where every moment tells a story! The stunning Ellie Caulkins Opera House transforms into a realm of wonder with an experience that goes beyond the ordinary, combining elements of surprise, delight, and pure entertainment. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered to ensure your journey with us is nothing short of extraordinary. Join fellow adventure seekers and memory makers in this celebration of imagination and innovation. Reserve your spot today and be part of something truly special!
OZARK MOUNTAIN DAREDEVILS
Emerging from the heartland of America in the mid-1970s, The Ozark Mountain Daredevils were hailed by music critics for their innovative, melodic, and refreshingly unique sound. Their eclectic blend of Appalachian folk melodies, midwestern string band traditions, gritty Southern boogie, and Nashville pop ballads set them apart as a pioneering force in the burgeoning country-rock genre.
LOOKING GLASS: LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
With so many things to do nearby, the Looking Glass location, can’t be beat. Close to Lone Tree, Castle Rock and even downtown Denver (30 minutes give or take) the master-planned community of Looking Glass and its varied neighborhoods gives you access to paths and parks, community connections and nearby recreation, entertainment and shopping. Stop by the beautiful model homes from D.R. Horton, Taylor Morrison, Dream Finders and later this year, Richmond American Homes, from the $600s.