LICENSE TO THRILL

MID-MOD MAYEM! A BURLESQUE, CIRCUS, DRAG, & VARIETY CABARET FROM KERRI N’FUEGO
Kerri N'Fuego presents an exhilarating vintage show that fuses the iconic mid-century modern sense of the 60s/70s with its modern personifications.

Narrated through the art of burlesque and cabaret, License to Thrill will feature telling tales of fashion, music, archetypes, scientific advancement, and culture of the times as they relate to today.

FRIDAYS, JULY 11, 18, and 25

UNLEASHED

BOLD • SEXY • POWERFUL AERIAL + BURLESQUE SHOW PRESENTED BY DENVER DANCE
Unleash your wild side! UNLEASHED fuses bold aerial acrobatics and sexy burlesque in one electrifying show.

Soar with us on lyra, silks, and more, alongside Clocktower’s world-class burlesque!

Curated by Marguerite Endsley, a pro dancer and choreographer with credits including America’s Got Talent and Founder of Denver Dance Performing Troupe, she brings high-energy expertise to the stage!
SATURDAYS IN JULY: 5, 12, 19, & 26

TOPS OFF TO BROADWAY

A Burlesque Love Letter to Broadway

Tops Off to Broadway brings the glamour and grit of Boradway to the burlesque stage—where showstoppers meet striptease.

From the fierce queens of Six to the jazz-soaked scandal of Chicago, the backstage drama of Gypsy, the heart of The Prom, and the wild ride of Starlight Express—this cast serves Broadway hits with high kicks, high drama, and nothing left but tassels.

The curtain’s up. The gloves are off. The costumes don’t stand a chance.
THURSDAYS, JULY 10, 17, 24 & 31

MISS MILE HIGH COMEDY QUEEN

2ND ANNUAL DRAG PAGEANT
PRESENTED BY TEK TEK EVENTS

Get ready for a night of outrageous talent, fierce looks, and nonstop laughs! Miss Mile High Comedy Queen takes the stage on July 20, 2025 in Denver, CO. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm—don’t miss the funniest pageant of the year!

SUNDAY, JULY 20

MOTOWN LEGENDS & CLASSIC SOUL REVUE

Ivory Productions & Entertainment LLC

Get ready to groove with Ron Ivory & the Motown Legends and Classic Soul Revue!

Ron Ivory and his sensational band are back, bringing a show that will lift your spirits and get you dancing! With a lineup of dynamic, talented vocalists and the incredible rhythm of the MilesApart Band, they’ll take you on a high-energy journey through one of music’s greatest eras—Berry Gordy’s legendary Golden Age of Motown.

Experience the unforgettable vocal harmonies and powerhouse performances by local icons. This heartwarming tribute is packed with nostalgia, soul, and electrifying performances!

Ron Ivory is a beloved entertainment figure in the Rocky Mountain region, known for his rich, soulful voice and captivating stage presence. With a career spanning R&B, jazz, rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, and more, Ron delivers a show that’s not to be missed!

Sunday, July 27th

Sunday, September 28th

DRAG DECADES

Come down the rabbit hole and board the Drag Queen time machine with Shirley Delta Blow!

Captain Shirley Delta Blow will take you on a wild romp through history with queer highlights at each stop. You'll meet some pioneers and have a few laughs along the way. Time travel has never been so glamorous. 

Don we now our gay apparel!

FIRST FRIDAYS:
Next Shows:  August 2 and September 5 at 7pm

OFF THE CLOCK

BURLESQUE, AERIAL, DRAG, VARIETY, COMEDY, COCKAILS
Clock out of the workweek and step into Off The Clock - your after hours escape where the only thing on your agenda is 90 minutes of a rotating mix of burlesque, aerial, and variety performances - all in a show that’s never the same twice. Hosted by one of The Clocktower’s cheeky emcess, let us help you find a new kind of grind!
FIRST FRIDAYS! UPCOMING DATES:
AUGUST 2 & SEPTEMBER 5

MYTHOS

TAKA’S TAPESTRY OF DEI-TEASE IS BACK!
Oh my Gods and Goddesses!

Beloved belly dancer and Clocktower star, Taka, returns with an unforgettable evening of variety and burlesque. Prepare to be entralled as a mesmerizing tapestry of myth and legend comes to life through dazzlig costumes, captivating dance, and the art of burlesque.
Drawing inspiration from ancient deities across civilizations, Taka and her incredible cast will transport you on a breathtaking journey thorugh time and cultures. Dont’ miss this spellbinding showcase of storytelling an artistry that will leave you awestruck with every step.

Join us for a night of divine inspiration and unforgettable performances.
SATURDAYS IN AUGUST: 2, 9, 16, 23

2025 COLORADO SNOW QUEEN PAGEANT

PRESENTED BY CSQ PAGEANTRY AND JEREMY HAIG
This August, the illustrious Clocktower Cabaret transforms into a dazzling spectacle of glamour and pageantry for the 2025 Colorado Snow Queen Pageant. Hosted by the legendary Betty Swallows Alnite, witness a grand celebration of Coloroado’s finest drag performers as they vie for the coveted titles of SnowQueen, SnowKing, and SnowQueen At Large.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3rd

COMEDY and MAYHEM

A NIGHT WITH AUSTIN GOLINSKI
5280 Theater Company

Ready to throw out the script?

Comedy & Mayhem is a wild, no-rules night of Broadway hits, original comedy sketches, and total theatrical chaos - where you, the audience, control the show!

From iconic show tunes to outrageous new skits, anything can happen as the crowd shouts out what they want to see next. Expect fast-paced costume changes, unpredictable twists, and pure mayhem on stage.

This immersive comedy cabaret is bursting with musical flair and unfiltered fun.

Come for the Broadway. Stay for the madness.

You call it chaos. We call it comedy.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 5

ROUGE

BURLESQUE REVUE PRESENTED BY
LADY MAGDALEN
Get ready to be transported to the City of Light as we pay tribute to the rich history of the world-famous Moulin Rouge. From its origins as a 19th-century Parisian cabaret to modern-day incarnations on Broadway and the big screen, this spectacular show will take you on a journey through the Moulin Rouge's most iconic moments.

As you're treated to a dazzling display of sultry burlesque, aerial acts, live singing, and more, you'll also learn about the fascinating history behind the Moulin Rouge's opulent curtains.

So, step into the Moulin Rouge cabaret and let the spectacle begin!

FRIDAYS, AUGUST 8, 15, 22, 29

FRTC’S ANNUAL CABARET SHOW

FRONT RANGE THEATRE COMPANY’S CABARET SHOW & FUNDRAISER: LIVE SINGING & MUSIC

Join us for Front Range Theatre Company's annual cabaret celebration!

Enjoy an afternoon of music and talent as performers of all ages take the stage to sing their hearts out. Your attendance helps support scholarships for our Triple Threat Summer Camp - empowering the next generation of young performers.

Sunday, August 10

A NIGHT AT THE REN FAIRE

INDIGO MOON & SOUL PENNY CIRCUS PRESENT  BURLESQUE, AERIAL & DANCE
Hear ye, hear ye, a royal decree:

This August, Soul Penny Circus returns to The Clocktower Cabaret with A Night at the Ren Faire, an irreverent cabaret for lovers of the mythical, and a little bit of mischief, across the land. Here, bawdy tavern songs echo through the halls, fantasy characters dance under stage lights, and the Renaissance Faire meets the risqué like you’ve never seen before.

Featuring a dazzling blend of circus arts, burlesque, aerial acrobatics, and clowning, Soul Penny Circus promises a memorable evening for all. Honorable guests are requested to don their finest Ren Faire attire as we gather for one last “Huzzah” to the Colorado Renaissance Faire season.

Whether you're a noble lord, a wandering bard, or just a big fan of turkey legs, there's something magical waiting for you at The Clocktower this August.

THRUSDAY, AUGUST 14

THE KING PENNY RADIO SHOW

COMEDY • MUSIC • IMPROV • BURLESQUE
Join Denver's hit 1940's Improvised Radio Show every month at The Clocktower Cabaret!

Travel back in time as "The King Penny Players" bring a golden-era radio show to life before your very eyes, based entirely on audience suggestions! Complete with old-timey mics, a Foley Artist, and a world-class pianist, you won't want to miss this ring-a-ding of a show!

This vintage variety show will also feature some very exciting special guests, serving up a healthy dose of entertainment. Be sure to knock your socks off and get your jitterbugs jitterbuggin'.

Brought to you by King Penny, Home of Soft Goods, Hard Goods, Whole Goods, and everything Good in between. King Penny- Where you don't have to be a monarch to shop like royalty.

THURSDAYS, 8/21, 9/18, 10/16, 11/20, and 12/18

Soapbox Therapy

BRITT MAHRER PRESENTS A PIANO COMEDY SHOW
A psychotherapist. A piano. A savior complex that just might work. Back by popular demand, Soapbox Therapy is Denver’s hit musical comedy diving headfirst into the chaos of modern mental health. From anxiety to narcissism, join one unfiltered therapist as she sings, rants, and hilariously cuts through some of society's greatest facades. Because laughing through your trauma is cheaper than co-pays.

MONDAY, AUGUST 25th

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

DEE DEE DERRIERE’S BURLESQUE REVUE
“We’re all mad here!”
The Clocktower Clockettes are ready to bring that madness BACK to the stage! 

Don't miss this delightfully daring take on a timeless story.

The well-known tale of Alice, the White Rabbit, and it’s myriad of memorable characters is told with a sexy, grown-up, burlesque twist! See all your favorite characters from Lewis Caroll's classics, Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, in a brand new way! Expect burlesque, aerial acts, circus arts, and more! 

It will be ”…entirely bonkers. But I will tell you a secret. All the best people are.”

This show is appropriate for all adult ages. No one under 18 is permitted.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30

ROARING 20s

CHAMPAGNE SHUGA NOVA’S VINTAGE
BURLESQUE REVUE
Calling all Jazz Babies & Dapper Dans! Dust off your flapper feathers and get glitz because Champagne Shuga Nova is throwin’ a bash fit for the Roaring 20s (and the Roaring 2020s, too!)
Get ready for a night of electrifying burlesque that blends the best of vintage and modern tease.
Our dazzling performers will leave you breathless with sparkling costumes and glittering acts inspired by the glamorous Jazz Age.
Grab your pearls, polish your spats, and get ready to shimmy on down to a night you won’t forget!
THURSDAYS, MAY 22 & 29, JUNE 5 & 12

A QUEEN’S CABARET

DRAG QUEEN SINGING FUNDRAISER
FOR PARASOL PATROL

Parasol Patrol shields children, young people, and families at LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC events using umbrellas to create a visual barrier so kids won’t see the signs and angry faces of protesters. Parasol Patrol is celebrating 5 years of protecting and serving the community.

We have a stellar lineup and a live band!

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

OBSESSION

THE STELLA LUNA’S FANTASY-FILLED
BURLESQUE & VARIETY SHOW

Do you find yourself fascinated by late-night fantasies? Are you curious about the sensation of a feather or leather gliding across skin? Fixated on the naughty idea of something a bit taboo?

Join us for OBSESSION, a burlesque and variety show that will indulge and explore an assortment of desires.

FRIDAYS: SEPTEMBER 12, 19, & 26

THE WILD SIDE

THE STELLA LUNA’S WILD NEW BURLESQUE REVUE
Have a romp through The Wild Side with a cast full of flora, fauna, and more! In this burlesque and variety show, we bring nature and the au naturel to you. We’ll put the domestication away and let our wild sides fly free!

OCTOBER 2, 4, AND 5

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW

DEEDEE’S BURLESQUE BOOK CLUB PRESENTS A HAUNTING NEW BURLESQUE CLASSIC
Step into the haunted Hollow where legends come to life and promptly lose their heads, er, clothes. Join us for a wickedly sexy spin on Washington Irving’s classic tale, packed with ghostly glamour, fiendish flirtation, and just the right amount of headless horseplay. It’s spooky season, baby - and things are about to get stripped to the bone!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12

GORE AND LORE

DEWITT ANYWAY PRESENTS A NIGHT OF BURLESQUE FRIGHTS

Don’t be afraid of the things that go bump...and grind...in the night! It's only The Clocktower Clockettes bringing you the sexiest, spookiest burlesque, boylesque, draglesque and aerial versions of classic characters from history, folklore and urban legend.

We've summoned a bevy of terrifying creatures and real life monsters from the darkest shadows and deepest depths, and they’re just dying to kill...ahem, thrill you.

Gather your courage and descend the staircase into our haunted basement for “Gore and Lore"...if you dare!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19

20th ANNUAL
CLOCKTOWER BOOLESQUE

THE CLOCKTOWER CABARET’S HALLOWEEN BURLESQUE & VARIETY SHOWS

It's time to haunt The Clocktower Cabaret! Our Halloween BOO-lesque is back and hotter than hellfire. Expect the unexpected as our Clockettes transform into your wildest nightmares (and dreams).

Experience the ultimate blend of terror and temptation as our Clockettes deliver a show that will leave you screaming for more!

OCTOBER 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31 and
NOVEMBER 1
Each night a different show!

DIVORCED, BEHEADED, UNLACED

A Burlesque Parody of the Hit Musical (and Horrifying True Stories of the Six Wives of Henry VIII)

LISTEN UP! Let us tell you a story!

The six ex-wives of Henry VIII are shedding their skirts, crowns, and inhibitions in a gorgeous burlesque parody of the hit musical SIX!

Each Queen reclaims her story one at a time and invites you to "stick around, and you might see more" than ever before. From Catherine of Aragon’s fiery resilience to Anne Boleyn’s saucy antics, these royals are here to prove they’re “too fierce to hang.”

Radiant costumes, bold burlesque and aerial choreography, tongue-in-cheek humor, LIVE SINGING, and an audience-participation grand finale, this show is "one of a kind, no category!"

IF YOU SAW THE SHOW'S DEBUT LAST SPRING, get ready for more  surprise this time around!

Don’t lose your head or your seat… Grab your tickets before they’re gone!

SATURDAYS IN NOVEMBER: 8, 15, 22, 29

CONNECT FOUR:

A FOLK/AMERICANA MUSICAL JOURNEY

Join CONNECT FOUR for a folk/Americana musical journey. From Bob Dylan to Dar Williams, John Prine to John Denver, Judy Collins to Lucy Kaplansky. Enjoy early folk music from the 1960s paired with songs by some of today’s folk/Americana music masters.

Born of the great pandemic of 2019, CONNECT FOUR is Saul Rosenthal (Rocky Mountain Jewgrass), Ben Cohen (Sémplice, Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe), Meghan Salton (Cleveland Philharmonic) and Kim Bird (J’s Ruckus, Kimandala with Art Lande and Amanda Williams). Expect to hear classic and contemporary folk and Americana accompanied by a variety of acoustic instruments including guitar, bass, cello, mandolin, piano, harmonica, flute and who knows what else!

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9

The 2026 National Snow Queen Pageant

PRESENTED BY National Snowqueen Pageantry
Welcome to the inaugural National SnowQueen Newcomer Pageant where nine Newcomer entertainers will compete in three categories and ONE of them will walk away the National Newcomer Queen!

This event will feature the 2025 National Court and local Denver legends!

Sunday, February 1st, 2026