Entries by DCPA Press
Why Take a Class Now
The last two years have taken a toll on our youth. Remote learning, mask mandates, the attrition of teachers…. Study after study shows that student’s fell behind while mental health challenges grew exponentially. While there are many ways to address these concerns, one proven way to boost academic achievement and stimulate confidence is exposure to […]
The World of Hip Hop: Where in the metro area to learn about hip hop through dance, art and observation
By: Linnea Covington For Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator and original star of the hit Broadway musical Hamilton, hip hop helped him stand out and propel him into stardom. Not only that, but Hamilton also gave hip hop another way to push to the forefront of American culture. But hip hop is more than just dancing and […]
New Works Courtesy of Colorado
The DCPA Theatre Company has good company when it comes to new works developed right here in Colorado. As we are hosting the Colorado New Play Summit, we wanted to shine a light on other companies who create and/or present new work. Butterfly Effect Theatre of Colorado (BETC) The BETC Writers Group supports the work […]
Q&A with Tootsie Book Writer Robert Horn
The Broadway presentation of Tootsie marks the first time that the musical has stopped in Denver, but it certainly may not the first time that movie fans have seen it. Tony Award-winning Book Writer Robert Horn gives us his insight into the differences, similarities and the unexpected elements in this production that separate it from […]
Valentine’s Day Romance at Home from Our Catering Partners
You don’t need to go somewhere fancy to celebrate a special Valentine’s Day. Our catering partners have whipped up some recipes for a fantastic holiday–at home! From a vibrant cocktail to a romantic charcuterie board, these recipes will have you getting playful in the kitchen whether you’re spending the evening with a loved one, by yourself, […]
Making Theatre Affordable
Attention-grabbing headlines about outrageous ticket prices are hard to overcome, but at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, we attempt to make theatre affordable. Here’s how: Scholarships Whether it’s a Student Matinee or an education class, scholarships are available to students and schools to eliminate barriers to participation. In fact, in our 2018/19 season, […]
A Hamilton History Lesson from the President of The Museum of American Finance
As the president of the Museum of American Finance, David Cowen is an expert on the American Financial system. The same financial system created by Alexander Hamilton. A portrait of Hamilton hangs above the desk in David’s office. We caught up with David to discuss what exactly some of the lyrics mean and which traces […]
Support Black History Month in Denver
Since 1976, every United States president has designated the month of February as Black History Month. This month is meant to celebrate the achievements of African Americans and to recognize their central role in U.S. history. In Denver, there are many local activities and programs to support Black History Month. Discover Black Artists Denver Botanic […]