It feels a bit like Spring in Colorado’s cultural community. The performing arts have largely been dormant for the last 16 months. “Normal” became online, outdoor and original programming. But suddenly, live, in-person performances are reemerging. As you’ve seen from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ recent season announcement, theatre is coming back in […]
When former DCPA Sr. Arts Journalist John Moore was forced to vacate his position and exit stage right due to COVID, little did he imagine that he would be directing a play on which he previously reported. But Miners Alley Playhouse wisely decided to put all of that theatre expertise into action by tapping Moore […]
Depicting the confluence of Indigenous, European, African and Asian cultures focused on Mexican folk icon Catarina de San Juan’s global journey from India to 17th-century Mexico By Patricia Smith The Four Journeys is a new ballet conceived by Maestra Amalia Viviana Basanta Hernandez, Artistic Director of Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, that examines the confluence of culture in Mexico from its diverse Indigenous heritage to the historic influences of European, African and Asian […]
DCPA Teaching Artist Rachel Kae Taylor interacts with thousands of children each year. As an engaging culmination to each class, she leads the kids through craft time. Her “Hope Heart” origami creation invites children to participate in a tactile activity that empowers the students to put their voice of hope into the world. We invite […]
The 2021/22 season is one of pure celebration for Su Teatro and Colorado. Not only will the company celebrate its 25th annual Chicano Music Festival (CMF25) with a five-day community event including an induction ceremony for its Chicano Music Hall of Fame, but its 50th season announcement is literally waiting in the wings. Held July […]
Wild Fire will feature real Colorado stories and songs written by Colorado bands DENVER, CO – The DCPA Theatre Company is excited to announce the theatrical concert premiere Wild Fire, performing at three Colorado venues statewide in August. Wild Fire is a one-of-a-kind theatrical event created by Colorado playwright Jessica Kahkoska celebrating the resilience and […]
Following a unanimous decision at its June 8 meeting, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ Board of Trustees has named Hassan Salem Chair-elect of the Board. He will succeed Martin Semple July 1, 2022 as the fourth Chairman in the organization’s 44-year-history. Salem and his wife, Sheila, have been patrons and donors of the […]
Popular fundraiser returns on June 12, 2021 with in-person and virtual viewing options The Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ annual Saturday Night Alive gala returns to the social calendar on June 12, 2021. The 40-year-old fundraiser is designed to thrill audiences with a smorgasbord of entertainment that showcases a wide range of the organization’s […]