Lumonics Immersed: Fridays and Saturdays
with some exceptions
JADE IAM: IN MY WORLD RELEASE SHOW
Friday, Nov 7
Swarlaya: A Fusion of Sitar, Sarod, Tabla, & Electronic Drums
Sunday, Nov 9
Event Info Below
We invite you to enter the Lumonics Portal for a one-of-a-kind, sensory-activating experience.
section of west wall of performance space
(awarded by Westword)
section of west wall of performance space
Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery
presents Lumonics Immersed
Friday and Saturday
From 8 pm to 10 pm
Doors: 7:45 pm.
Performance begins at 8:15 pm
Tickets:
From $15-$25
by advance tickets only
Thanks to Lauren Antonoff Hart for including
Lumonics in her CPR broadcast and in Denverite:
“Denver is a hub for immersive experiences. Long before ‘immersive art was trendy, Denver also had artists like Lonnie Hanzon, the creator of ‘Camp Christmas,’ and the late Dorothy and Mel Tanner, creators of Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery, who paved the way for experimental exhibitions.”
Imagine stepping into a world where glowing light sculptures, video art projection, and music converge to relax your body and engage your mind and emotions. The Lumonics team has transformed the warehouse into an intimate artistic setting. Each performance is new and orchestrated live.
You may have seen some of the Lumonics light art at Meow Wolf Denver, McNichols Civic Center Building, the Museum of Outdoor Arts, Fiddler’s Green, DIA, Understudy Gallery +. We now welcome you to the source where over 75 light sculptures are on display, and part of the immersive experience presented on Friday and Saturday at 8 pm.
This video shows much of the light art displayed at Lumonics. It was made by a long-time friend, Alfred DiBlasi, after a visit. Many of the light sculptures, in rotation from a collection of over 200 works, are part of the performance. Music by Lumonics.
We prefer not to show you portions of the immersive before your visit to keep the element of surprise. If you don’t like surprises, visit our video page. 🙂
Now in the Gallery:
Divine Mine (1968) by Mel Tanner, one of the early light sculptures
Be sure to look at it from the top!
We present the most up-to-date form of the Lumonics expression that originated in 1969. Our intention is to expand the boundaries of sensory engagement and artistic expression, and honor Dorothy and Mel Tanner’s contribution to light art and the immersive experience.
– Marc Billard / Barry Raphael
Some of our favorite posts:
“Lumonics was immersive before it was cool. Come experience a multi-sensory journey that refreshes your body, mind, and spirit, presented by one of the first and longest-running light art studios in the U.S. which just happens to be based here.”- Denver Westword
“Entering Lumonics Gallery in Denver is like walking onto a spaceship. When the immersive show begins, it’s as if the spaceship is gearing up for takeoff. It’s trippy, for sure.”
– Kelly Hayes, Denver Gazette
“Nestled in a warehouse in Denver is one of the most unique artistic experiences I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing. By day, the building is home to the Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery — a space that serves as a permanent art installation for the futuristic light sculpture of artists Dorothy and Mel Tanner. But on weekends, the gallery hosts Lumonics Immersed, a mesmerizing and exciting series of live performances.”
– Toni Tresca, OnStage Colorado
“Lumonics is such an incredible collection. They are part of the Crown Jewels of Denver.” – Justin Stucey, Walt Disney Imagineering
“Art should change us in all the best ways. It should open our minds, hearts and souls, and enliven our own creative instincts. My first time at this ongoing event did all that and more.” – Will B.
“After an evening at Lumonics, you feel that ANYTHING is possible. “- Mitch W.
Denverite | Rocky Mountain PBS |
Denver Westword | 303 Magazine |
OnStage Colorado | Denver Gazette +
Comments by Attendees
Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery: A Legacy of Light, Sound, and Immersive Art
by Caroline Margaret
one of the gallery rooms
Logo by Dorothy and Mel Tanner, Photo: Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite
Lumonics Legacy Project
Your ticket purchase goes toward protecting and preserving more than 200 light
sculptures created by the late Mel and Dorothy Tanner, the founders of Lumonics.
Jade IAM is like no other artist you’ve ever heard! ArisINg from the Mile High City, Jade IAM is a self proclaimed “High Vibrational” artist makINg music completely aimed at INspirIN her audience to INjoy life to the fullest by truly lovINg and INjoyIN themselves!
Faced with the challenges of low self-esteem, depression, and self-limiting beliefs, Jade IAM chose to follow the road less traveled, the road withIN! Embarking on a journey of INtrospection, through the practice of self-love and INner awareness, Jade IAM has been able to transmute the insecurities that once held her back into passionate and INpowerINg music. Her music is not only upliftINg but educational. WeavINg IN concepts of self-love, self-empowerment, emotional INtelligence and techniques for creatIN the best life through the use of the imagINation. Her music and messages promote overall mental health.
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025
7 pm
Swarlaya: A Fusion of Sitar, Sarod, Tabla, & Electronic Drums
We welcome you for an evening featuring the music of Swarnendu Mandel (sarod), Bijay Shrestha (tabla, sitar) and Gilly Gonzalez (percussion and electronic synth).
It all takes place in the Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery, known for its ambience of original light sculptures and acoustics. Lumonics has been the recipient of several “Best Of” Awards by Westword Magazine.
$30 advance tickets
$40 at door
Bios and Photos Available on the Event Page
3 of our Favorite Things to Do Sites:
Things to Do In Denver by Cassidy Ritter (Denverite)
This Week Denver (Things to Do in Denver This Weekend)
Westword Calendar of Events
PLANNING AN EVENT?
If you have an idea for an event that you would like to present at Lumonics, we look forward to hearing from you, and we enjoy collaborating…whether a fundraiser for an organization, a meeting,a private gathering for friends, a poetry slam, workshop, or a book/music release party. You are welcome to email us or visit our event planning page.
“If you’ve been by Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery, then you already know it’s unlike any other gallery in the city. Artist Dorothy Tanner sculpts amazing, impossible-to-describe works featuring light as a main component; the gallery also plays host to events that include music, meditation, Chinese Qigong,
and workshops on expanding your consciousness.”
Denver Westword
