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Colorful graphic design with the word 'ENGLISH' in bold purple letters on a green background with abstract shapes, pink stars, and a black and white illustration of a chair and desk in the top left corner. 'ENGLISH' is also written in Arabic script below the English text.

March 10, 2026/by DCPA PressInPress, Theatre Company, General

DCTC Announces Full Cast and Creative Teams for English and Somewhere

The Denver Center Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the…

March 6, 2026/by Suzanne YoeInBroadway, General, Uncategorized

Sneak Peek: What to Expect from MJ The Musical

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

Photo by John Moore

March 1, 2026/by John MooreInBroadway, General

Meet Denver’s legendary ‘Phantom Phan’

A large ensemble of dancers mid-choreography, arms raised and moving in sync during a high-energy musical number.

March 1, 2026/by Lisa KennedyInBroadway, General, Uncategorized

Alicia Keyes’ Celebration of Place

March 6, 2026/by Suzanne YoeInBroadway, General, Uncategorized

Sneak Peek: What to Expect from MJ The Musical

MJ The Musical is a Broadway show that gives audiences an unprecedented…

Photo by John Moore

March 1, 2026/by John MooreInBroadway, General

Meet Denver’s legendary ‘Phantom Phan’

A large ensemble of dancers mid-choreography, arms raised and moving in sync during a high-energy musical number.

March 1, 2026/by Lisa KennedyInBroadway, General, Uncategorized

Alicia Keyes’ Celebration of Place

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.

February 27, 2026/by DCPA PressInBroadway, General

From the Archives: Recreating The Phantom

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

Colorful graphic design with the word 'ENGLISH' in bold purple letters on a green background with abstract shapes, pink stars, and a black and white illustration of a chair and desk in the top left corner. 'ENGLISH' is also written in Arabic script below the English text.

March 10, 2026/by DCPA PressInPress, Theatre Company, General

DCTC Announces Full Cast and Creative Teams for English and Somewhere

The Denver Center Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the…

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

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

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

The (Emergent) Play’s Still the Thing

Stylized illustration of an eye over a teal and purple background

February 23, 2026/by DCPA PressInPress, Theatre Company, General

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

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 CovingtonInDCPA, Theatre Company, Education, General, Uncategorized

The Best Ways to Relax Before an Audition or Interview

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

March 16, 2026/by Suzanne Yoe

Haunted Dining in Denver

From the archives: this article was originally published on June…

Infographic titled ‘Mental Health in Colorado’ displaying statistics about mental health among adults and youth in Colorado. Highlights include: 1 in 5 adults experience a mental illness each year; more than 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience a serious mental illness; 312,000 Colorado adults have a serious mental illness; 1 in 20 adults have serious thoughts of suicide each year; 266,000 Colorado adults have serious thoughts of suicide; and 1,293 lives were lost to suicide in Colorado in 2022. Also notes that 1,186,000 adults in Colorado have a mental health condition. For youth, 1 in 6 adolescents aged 12–17 experience a major depressive episode; 103,000 Colorado adolescents experience one each year; 1 in 9 adolescents have serious thoughts of suicide; and 63,000 Colorado adolescents experience serious thoughts of suicide. Additionally, 19% of youth aged 0–17 have experienced two or more adverse childhood experiences linked to mental illness and substance misuse. Center graphic states ‘Colorado is facing a mental health crisis.’ Infographic by NAMI.

February 17, 2026/by Suzanne Yoe

Denver Mental Health Resources for Teens and Families

February 12, 2026/by Khaleel Hayes

Denver Fencing and Sword Fighting Classes for the Swashbuckler in You

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

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 group of actors wearing MoCap Suits pose for a photo

February 2, 2026/by Madison Stout

Adult Education Students: Making their Mark in Video Games

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