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Poster for 'Next to Normal' featuring a large eye with digital and abstract elements, and the title in bold turquoise letters on a purple background.

March 3, 2026/by Collin Van SonInTheatre Company, Events, General

A Big Stage for Big Emotions in Next to Normal

Director Nancy Keystone Brings Denver Center Theatre Company’s…

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February 27, 2026/by DCPA PressInBroadway, General

From the Archives: Recreating The Phantom

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February 26, 2026/by Suzanne YoeInBroadway, General

From Basketball to Broadway: Denver’s Buell Theatre Celebrates 35 Years

Two performers stand close in a candlelit Gothic setting, one in a flowing white gown and the other in dark formal attire, creating an intimate moment on stage.

February 26, 2026/by Heidi BoskInBroadway, General

Local Legends of the Pit: Jim Harvey and Art Bouton on Returning to The Phantom of the Opera

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February 25, 2026/by Lisa KennedyInTheatre Company, General, New Play Summit, Uncategorized

The (Emergent) Play’s Still the Thing

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February 27, 2026/by DCPA PressInBroadway, General

From the Archives: Recreating The Phantom

by Hal Prince

The following article by director Harold Prince…

Wide view of a large, modern theater auditorium with multiple balconies and rows of red seats, seen from the stage looking out toward the house.

February 26, 2026/by Suzanne YoeInBroadway, General

From Basketball to Broadway: Denver’s Buell Theatre Celebrates 35 Years

Two performers stand close in a candlelit Gothic setting, one in a flowing white gown and the other in dark formal attire, creating an intimate moment on stage.

February 26, 2026/by Heidi BoskInBroadway, General

Local Legends of the Pit: Jim Harvey and Art Bouton on Returning to The Phantom of the Opera

Two performers stand close in a candlelit Gothic setting, one in a flowing white gown and the other in dark formal attire, creating an intimate moment on stage.

February 16, 2026/by Amanda AndreiInDCPA, Broadway, Events, General

Refreshed Legacy: The Phantom of the Opera

February 5, 2026/by DCPA PressInBroadway, General

Rock Opera Revival: The Who’s TOMMY Comes to Denver in a Dazzling New Production

Poster for 'Next to Normal' featuring a large eye with digital and abstract elements, and the title in bold turquoise letters on a purple background.

March 3, 2026/by Collin Van SonInTheatre Company, Events, General

A Big Stage for Big Emotions in Next to Normal

Director Nancy Keystone Brings Denver Center Theatre Company’s…

October 27, 2025/by Suzanne YoeInOff-Center, Community Engagement, Events

Camp Christmas Returns to Take Over Stanley Marketplace

In 2019, DCPA Off-Center partnered with Lonnie Hanzon of…

October 7, 2025/by DCPA PressInDCPA, Press, Breaking News, Off-Center

DCPA shifts approach to immersive programming

Three individuals are seated around a small round table covered with a black cloth. They are positioned in front of an empty auditorium with rows of red seats. The person on the left is wearing a dark gray t-shirt and jeans, the person in the middle is wearing a light blue button-up shirt and glasses, and the person on the right is wearing a black polo shirt and jeans.

October 2, 2025/by Lisa KennedyInDCPA, Broadway, Theatre Company, Off-Center

Filleting Questions from the Fishbowl

Three individuals are seated around a small round table covered with a black cloth. They are positioned in front of an empty auditorium with rows of red seats. The person on the left is wearing a dark gray t-shirt and jeans, the person in the middle is wearing a light blue button-up shirt and glasses, and the person on the right is wearing a black polo shirt and jeans.

September 25, 2025/by Lisa KennedyInBroadway, Theatre Company, Off-Center, Uncategorized

How to Build a Season to Remember

Audience members wearing bright-colored 3D glasses gasp in reaction to something out of frame

September 18, 2025/by Lisa KennedyInDCPA, Off-Center, General

15 Years Later, Off-Center is Still Serving Up Its Tasty Recipe

Two actors in ornate Victorian-style costumes sit closely together on stage, reading from an open book. One wears a bright yellow and purple layered gown with ruffled details, while the other wears a white lace blouse paired with a deep purple skirt accented by a pink sash. The background features paneled walls in rich blue tones, creating an intimate and dramatic setting.

January 22, 2026/by DCPA PressInCabaret, General

A Q&A You Can Sink Your Teeth Into

In between their on-stage antics in the Denver Center for the…

Actress dressed in a white straight jacket with long, white wig holding out a silver tray with appetizers

January 7, 2026/by DCPA PressInCabaret, General

Behind the Scenes: Quick Changes in Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors

Actor in ornate blue costume and cape smiles, showing vampire fangs, and holds a glass dome with dessert on a blue-lit stage.

December 15, 2025/by DCPA PressInCabaret, General

Stake or Fake Game

Four actors stand in a row on a dimly lit stage, each holding a book in front of their chest. They are dressed in Victorian-style costumes, including long skirts, vests, and high-collared blouses, against a dark backdrop with subtle paneling. The lighting creates a dramatic, moody atmosphere with blue and purple tones.

November 24, 2025/by Collin Van SonInCabaret

Vampires at Christmas, Vampires at Easter: A conversation with Alicia Bruce

October 27, 2025/by Amanda AndreiInCabaret, Events

Dracula: Vicious tyrant. Horrific vampire. Sexy rock star?

Community

Close up image of a trombone being held by someone in an outdoot setting.

January 22, 2026/by Linnea Covington

The Boom of Big Band and Big Brass in Denver

With war time and revolutionary origins, the blossoming of…

The Lamb and the Flag pub

December 22, 2025/by Rich Grant

English and Irish Pubs Have Many Similarities to Western Saloons

December 15, 2025/by Suzanne Yoe

Boosting Cognition with Memory Games

Women wearing traditional African garments stand together during the Colorado Black Arts Festival

December 5, 2025/by Suzanne Yoe

The Heart of Denver’s Black Culture: Five Points

Education

Performer gesturing animatedly while three seated participants take part in an improv or comedy scene before a live audience, with string lights hanging behind them.

February 26, 2026/by Madison Stout

5 Tips to Bring Improv-inspired Mindfulness into Your Daily Life

Mindfulness can feel intimidating. But what if presence didn’t…

Group of friends sitting together on a couch, actively gesturing and laughing while playing charades indoors.

February 25, 2026/by Linnea Covington

5 Tips to Further At-Home Learning Using Theatre Games

An image from the back of stage toward the seating area that features folding chairs where 2 people are seated and one individual is standing with arms outstretched as if he is auditioning.

February 17, 2026/by Linnea Covington

The Best Ways to Relax Before an Audition or Interview

A high school playwright takes notes from a DCPA teaching artist

January 22, 2026/by DCPA Press

Q&A with 2026 Student Playwrighting Winners, Finalists

Recent Stories

Poster for 'Next to Normal' featuring a large eye with digital and abstract elements, and the title in bold turquoise letters on a purple background.

A Big Stage for Big Emotions in Next to Normal

March 3, 2026

Black‑and‑white photo of a person seated in a leather chair with hands clasped, surrounded by bookshelves displaying art books, photographs, and theater-related materials.

From the Archives: Recreating The Phantom

February 27, 2026

Wide view of a large, modern theater auditorium with multiple balconies and rows of red seats, seen from the stage looking out toward the house.

From Basketball to Broadway: Denver’s Buell Theatre Celebrates 35 Years

February 26, 2026

Two performers stand close in a candlelit Gothic setting, one in a flowing white gown and the other in dark formal attire, creating an intimate moment on stage.

Local Legends of the Pit: Jim Harvey and Art Bouton on Returning to The Phantom of the Opera

February 26, 2026

Performer gesturing animatedly while three seated participants take part in an improv or comedy scene before a live audience, with string lights hanging behind them.

5 Tips to Bring Improv-inspired Mindfulness into Your Daily Life

February 26, 2026

A group of actors onstage with music stands rehearsing a reading, as a director stands in front giving direction.

The (Emergent) Play’s Still the Thing

February 25, 2026

Stylized illustration of an eye over a teal and purple background

Denver Center Theatre Company Announces Full Cast and Creative Team for Rock Musical, Next to Normal

February 23, 2026

An image from the back of stage toward the seating area that features folding chairs where 2 people are seated and one individual is standing with arms outstretched as if he is auditioning.

The Best Ways to Relax Before an Audition or Interview

February 17, 2026

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