About Us

Global performance. World-class entertainment. You have to be here.

CU Presents is the home of performing arts on the beautiful University of Colorado Boulder campus. With hundreds of concerts, plays, recitals and more on our stages each year, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

What should you explore today?

Artist Series

The Artist Series, which for more than 80 years has welcomed world-renowned musicians and dance companies to historic Macky Auditorium.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival

The Colorado Shakespeare Festival, a professional theatre company devoted to the Bard’s works.

Takács Quartet

The Takács Quartet, a world-renowned chamber ensemble in residence at CU Boulder.

University of Colorado Boulder Performing Arts

The CU Performing Arts, offering a broad range of performances from CU’s faculty, students and guest artists: the lavish new and classic works of the College of Music, spellbinding performances at the Department of Theatre & Dance, hundreds of free concerts and CU Boulder’s beloved annual Holiday Festival.

Education Events

At CU Presents, we aim to educate and entertain. From lectures to kids’ camps, school tours to master classes, there’s so many educational opportunities to explore.