From the archives: this article was originally published on August 4, 2022 The ancient Greeks were definitely on to something. First, you’ve got your Greek gods — fearsome, fanciful and fun to fantasize about. Then, it’s the cradle of Western civilization complete with the birthplace of democracy, Western philosophy and literature, political science, the Olympic […]
Prohibition in Colorado: From Drunk as a Skunk to Stone Cold Sober
/in Broadway, General/by Suzanne YoeWhen you say you grew up in a “dry county” in the South, the retort is generally, “does that mean you don’t have indoor plumbing?” No, worse. It means alcohol isn’t sold in your county. Dry counties are reminiscent of Prohibition, a time in the United States spanning from January 17, 1920 through December 5, […]
Step Right Up: Aaron Esterbrooks Brings the Circus to the Classroom
/in Education/by Suzanne YoeMaybe you’re into clowning around or need help juggling tasks. Could be that every day is like walking a tightrope or you feel like you’re flying by the seat of your pants. Well, you’re in good company! Playwright, physical comedian, and ringleader extraordinaire Aaron Esterbrooks is taking his show on the road and heading to […]
Q&A with Forbidden Broadway‘s Returning Cast
/in Cabaret, General/by Emma HolstWith the return of summer comes the return of Forbidden Broadway – this time with an entirely new show: Merrily We Stole a Song. From Frozen to Phantom to Wicked, this fall-down funny, satirical roast of over 30 Broadway hits features outrageous costumes, silly spoofs of the songs you know by heart, and madcap impressions […]
DCPA Off-Center to Produce Sweet & Lucky: Echo by Third Rail Projects this August
/in Press, Breaking News, Off-Center, General/by DCPA PressThe award-winning creators Third Rail Projects return to Denver to premiere the theatrical companion story of the beloved 2016 immersive production, Sweet & Lucky. New York-based Third Rail Projects (Sweet & Lucky, Then She Fell) and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) Off-Center (Theater of the Mind, Sweet & Lucky) are thrilled to […]
Summer Theatre on Stage
/in Community Engagement, General/by Suzanne YoeWhile our own Denver Center Theatre Company is off for the season, there’s still plenty of theatre to choose from across the state. Whether you’re staying in the metro area or heading for the hills, make sure to check out the lineups from these companies. COLORADO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL – BOULDER June 7 – August 10, 2025 Roe […]
What’s In a Name? & Juliet‘s Characters Explored
/in Broadway, General/by DCPA PressThe Denver-bound Broadway musical & Juliet wholly reimagines William Shakespeare’s timeless story of star-crossed lovers to consider…what would have happened if Juliet hadn’t met a tragic end. Helping her along on this journey of reawakening and self-discovery is a cast of characters — both familiar and new. Here’s the who’s who of these “mere players.” […]
Hosting a Denver Bachelorette: Themes, Activities, FAQs Answered, and More!
/in Community Engagement, General/by Emma HolstLife Mirrors Art: Tavis Kordell Embodies Jerry/Daphne in Some Like It Hot
/in Broadway, General/by Lisa BornsteinIn 1959, the acclaimed Billy Wilder directed Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon in the raucous caper of two men who, having witnessed a mob hit, take cover by posing as women in a traveling Jazz Age band. (Curtis came to Denver in 2002, starring in a different musical adaptation of the movie.) Sixty-three years later, […]
Greek Wines: history, uses and where to find them
/in Broadway, General/by Suzanne YoeFrom the archives: this article was originally published on August 4, 2022 The ancient Greeks were definitely on to something. First, you’ve got your Greek gods — fearsome, fanciful and fun to fantasize about. Then, it’s the cradle of Western civilization complete with the birthplace of democracy, Western philosophy and literature, political science, the Olympic […]
Girls’ Night Out in Denver
/in Community Engagement, General/by Emma HolstThere is no better way to spend an evening than with your best girlies. Whether you hang out once a week, once a month, or only see each other once in a while – getting the group together brings memories and uncontrollable laughter rushing back. If spending an evening in with a bottle of wine […]