In Sanaz Toossi’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, a group of students outside of Tehran are learning English as a second language — foibles, inconsistencies, antiquated expressions and all. For local audiences who may want to take Enlish or Farsi as a second language or need help prepping for the TOEFL (Test of English as a […]
Learning to speak, and listen, in English English Only. It’s a simple rule, but sometimes the simplest rules are the hardest ones to follow. For the students enrolled in Marjan’s advanced English course, the temptation to switch to their native tongue, Farsi, is often too great to resist. But in this particular classroom in Karaj, Iran, the magic of theatre means that English is indeed the only language the […]
Strong mentorship can change the trajectory of a young person’s life. Across metro Denver, numerous organizations are working every day to provide supportive relationships, leadership opportunities, and safe spaces for youth to grow. Whether offering arts enrichment, career exploration, character development, or one‑on‑one mentoring, these programs help young people discover who they are and who […]
Reprinted by permission of MJ The Musical MJ The Musical invites Denver audiences into the world of one of the greatest entertainers in history, Michael Jackson. The show is a journey through the life, career, and legacy of a man who forever transformed the landscape of music and dance. Written by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner […]
It can’t be easy playing the bad guy opposite a vivacious 17-year-old in a musical about her coming of age. The better your portrayal, the more likely people will give you the cold shoulder at the stage door or cast a sideways glance at the grocery store. Not that the character Davis in Alicia Keys’ […]
Few place names have as much impact as “Hell’s Kitchen.” It catches the attention and immediately demands an origin story. A quintessential melting pot, its rich and vivid history has — at times — simmered and boiled over, yet today blends into a rich stew of culture, identity, and resilience. OFFICIAL TICKETS: Visit the Hell’s […]
The Denver Center Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the full cast and creative teams for the final two productions of the 2025/26 Theatre Company Season: English by Sanaz Toossi (TIME magazine’s TIME 100, Wish You Were Here) and Somewhere by Matthew López (The Legend of Georgia McBride, “Red, White, and Royal Blue”). Performances for English and Somewhere will begin in the Spring. OFFICIAL TICKETS: Visit the English or Somewhere show detail pages for verified […]
MJ The Musical is a Broadway show that gives audiences an unprecedented look into the life and career of one of the most influential artists in music history, Michael Jackson. The show brings to life the King of Pop’s journey, starting from his early days as part of the Jackson 5 to his meteoric rise […]
Director Nancy Keystone Brings Denver Center Theatre Company’s Next to Normal to the Wolf Theatre There are many things in life that we want to be normal. Morning commutes. Dental exams. Parents when they first meet our significant others. But there are also certain contexts where we like to be surprised — the theatre being […]
Octogenerian is nearing 200 performances of Webber’s masterpiece over 31 years