Every night at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, something unexpected occurs. A voice rises, a story is told, a beat drops — and suddenly, strangers in the audience feel more connected. It’s moments like these that inspired the theme of the Concert Hall’s new 2025–2026 Performing Arts Series: Reflection.
“This season is about more than entertainment,” says Director Charles Leslie. “It’s about exploring who we are, what we carry, how we connect — and how those things are expressed through individual and cultural style.”
From bold stagecraft to intimate ballads, Reflection highlights not only substance but also style — the unique ways artists tell their stories through sound, movement, and emotion.
The journey begins September 19 with Get The Led Out, capturing the high-energy rock style of Led Zeppelin. A week later, Roger McGuinn of The Byrds brings his distinctive folk-rock sensibility to the stage, sharing stories and songs from a life in music.
October blends humor and heritage: Paula Poundstone returns with her brilliantly offbeat comedic style, while The Road to Everywhere Roadshow uses music, film, and storytelling to explore Indigenous identity through the lens of Robert Mirabal’s powerful aesthetic.
Falco & Book Play Garcia presents a bluegrass reimagining of Jerry Garcia’s legacy — a rootsy twist on a rock icon. Later in the fall, audiences will groove to the cool sounds of The Drifters and the vintage swagger of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.
The holiday season brings its own festive style, from the classic elegance of State Street Ballet’s The Nutcracker featuring the San Juan Symphony (Dec 12–14), to the warm Western spirit of The Bar-D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee (Dec 20).
As 2026 arrives, Reflection keeps the excitement alive. From the stunning flips of The Peking Acrobats to the worldly sounds of International Guitar Night, each show offers something new and memorable. Artists like Diné pianist Connor Chee and jazz singer Julia Keefe showcase their rich cultural backgrounds and personal stories through their distinctive musical styles.
For those wanting an even closer connection to the performers, the Backstage Pass Series offers a listening room–style experience right on stage — a rare chance to share space with artists like Matt the Electrician and Grace Pettis & Natalie Price, whose voices blend storytelling and heart with undeniable style.
Tickets are on sale at DurangoConcerts.com. Come reflect — in every style.
This season explores who we are and how we connect—expressed through individual and cultural style.