This Holiday Season join us for a new twist on an old tradition

Directed by Larea Edwards

Music Direction by Tenia Nelson

Choreography by Constance Harris and Moon

 

The 5 Points Nutcracker

The Savoy Denver

2700 Arapahoe St. Denver, CO

December 26-28

Doors: 1:30PM & 6:30pm Show: 2PM & 7Pm

The 5 Points Nutcracker weaves a fresh twist on a holiday classic, celebrating the cultural richness of 5 Points Denver, often dubbed as "The Harlem of the West" in what is becoming a new Holiday tradition.

Larea Edwards(The Flobots and Deep Pocket Thieves)  transforms classic Nutcracker characters, drawing parallels to local 5 Points  legends, presenting a heartwarming Christmas narrative deeply rooted in the African-American experience.

Tenia Nelson, Denver’s renowned jazz maestro, infuses the performance with her unique musical interpretation of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorns’ 1960 score, adding a touch of improvisational magic.

All new choreography from award winning choreographers. Constance Harris infuse Afro beats and an infectious fresh energy and Moon brings a dazzling new architecture of movement with an all star ensemble of dancers and performers.

Prepare to be enthralled by dazzling visuals, ingenious props, and a vibrant interactive setting.

This enchanting experience is graciously supported by , the Bon-Fils Stanton, the Eulipions Fund, Denver Arts and Venues, The Colorado Health Foundation, RiNo Arts District, the Black American West Museum, and the Savoy Denver.

Good Things to Know

Some things you want to know before you go…

  • Expect to included in our pre-show holiday party. During a portion show you will be guided through the building. This will included a short trip outdoors and traveling up and down to stair cases to complete your journey. There will be some heavy local history told in our light hearted evening.

  • Come as you are or blend into the party with your more dapper classic Hoilday attire for our jazz age party mixer.

    We are visiting 1890’s-1990’s,so chose your decade and come join the fun!

  • The Savoy does not have designated parking lot for patrons. We recommend that you come to early to find nearby street parking.

  • We have a reserved lot with 3 spaces for ADA parking. The entrance to the Savoy requires ascending a flight of stairs. There an elevator at the main entrance that is available for use of our party goers. Parts of our Nutcracker are shown at the lower level of the Savoy that will involve travel up and down numerous stairs. This will involve guided audience travel through parts of the building that are being modified to meet accessibility needs. Please let ticket checkers know if you are in need of accommodations for the traveling portion of the Nutcracker.

  • Tickets are non-refundable in the event of patron illness or last minute absence. In the event your party can not make the scheduled time you may email and we can schedule for another time. In the event your party can not be rescheduled we can give you credit toward the next LuneAseas' event.

  • If we need to cancel because of weather and we can not reschedule for another time you have the option for donating the ticket to our non-profit so we can continue bringing creative programming to the community or you can be issued a full refund.

 

The Sponsors

The Main Event Venue

The Savoy Denver occupies the second floor of a Victorian building on the corner of 27th and Arapahoe street in Denver, Colorado.

Built in 1889 in the historic Curtis Park neighborhood of Five Points.

The second floor was used historically as a private social club with a dance floor/social space, lobby, and lounge.

A short walk from Coors Field, adjacent to the RiNo Arts and Entertainment District, the building was renovated in 2021. -the Savoy Denver Website