{"id":13647,"date":"2026-02-05T13:16:31","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T20:16:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/sunflower-theatre-offers-valentines-film-night-and-prohibition-era-jazz-in-february\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T03:38:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T03:38:49","slug":"sunflower-theatre-offers-valentines-film-night-and-prohibition-era-jazz-in-february","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/sunflower-theatre-offers-valentines-film-night-and-prohibition-era-jazz-in-february\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunflower Theatre offers Valentine\u2019s film night and Prohibition-era jazz in February"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Sunflower Theatre is presenting two February events that blend film, food, music and community, offering memorable ways to celebrate Valentine\u2019s Day and enjoy live jazz.<\/p>\n

On Saturday, Feb. 14, the theatre hosts \u201cLove, Lava & a Little Bubbly,\u201d transforming the 97-seat venue into a candlelit setting. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for specialty chocolates, cupcakes, other desserts, cocktails and prosecco set to a Billie Holiday soundtrack.<\/p>\n

At 8 p.m., the documentary \u201cFire of Love,\u201d which chronicles the lives of volcanologists who traveled the world to witness volcanoes\u2019 \u201cmost breathtaking eruptions,\u201d will be screened. The theatre said the film has been described as \u201cravishing,\u201d \u201cdeeply romantic\u201d and \u201ca joy to watch.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tickets include the film, one drink and dessert.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s more than just a movie night,\u201d Sunflower Theatre Director Sarah Syverson told The Journal. \u201cIt\u2019s a chance to enjoy the arts in community \u2013 with friends, partners, Galentines or simply your own company \u2013 and to savor something truly memorable together.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tickets and details are available online<\/a> at www.sunflowertheatre.org.<\/p>\n

On Saturday, Feb. 21, the theatre follows up with \u201cSpeakeasy Live Jazz Night,\u201d a Prohibition-era event featuring live jazz and a vintage atmosphere. Doors open at 7 p.m., with music starting at 7:30 p.m. Guests receive a secret password with their ticket purchase and are encouraged, though not required, to dress in 1920s-inspired attire such as flapper dresses, fedoras, suspenders, pearls or swing-era styles.<\/p>\n

Vocalist Anita Burleson headlines the evening, joined by a jazz band featuring Mike Wingo, Chad MacCluskey and Wendy MacBain. Burleson, a performer and vocal performance educator at the Sunflower Theatre, is known for her \u201csoulful delivery, emotional presence and ability to connect deeply with audiences,\u201d Syverson said. The event aims to recreate the elegance and atmosphere of early jazz clubs.<\/p>\n

Tickets for the jazz night are $20, with limited seating and early arrival recommended.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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