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The Five Points Nutcracker offers a jazz-infused look at Denver history
Episode 819
Thursday, 11 December, 2025
A unique retelling of the holiday classic The Nutcracker explores the history and cultural importance of Denver's Five Points neighborhood. The Five Points Nutcracker replaces the story’s traditional characters with significant figures from Denver’s African American community. Five Points was once known as the “Harlem of the West.” Duke Ellington’s jazz version of the music is the backbone of the production, and was the inspiration for the show’s director, Larea Edwards. The production, which is now in its third year, features actors and dancers from the performing arts group LuneASeas. Musicians from Denver jazz artist Tenia Nelson’s band will perform the Ellington score. Larea Edwards spoke with Erin O’Toole last December about the production. We’re listening back to that conversation today. Performances take place Dec. 26 – 28 at the Savoy Denver. * * * * *Sign up for the In The NoCo newsletter: Visit KUNC.org Questions? Feedback? Story ideas? Email us: NOCO@KUNC.org Like what you're hearing? Help more people discover In The NoCo by rating the show on your favorite podcast app. Thanks! Host and Producer: Erin O'Toole Executive Producer: Brad Turner Theme music by Robbie Reverb Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions In The NoCo is a production of KUNC News and Community Radio for Northern Colorado.
