Entries by Emma Holst

The Transformative Power of High School Playwriting

Why is arts education so important? The arts provide soft skills like creativity, communication, confidence, and emotional intelligence that can be used as building blocks for a career in any industry. Access to arts education, especially for students who might not typically receive it, is scientifically proven to create a solid foundation for academic achievement. […]

A History of American Sandwiches, Where to Sample in Denver

Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. Clyde’s Sandwiches At Clyde’s, Lynn Nottage’s fictional diner, the motley kitchen crew dishes out fantastical sandwiches. You’ll crave the skirt steak with peach chutney on a cheddar biscuit. In other words, eating before […]

Two Actors Return to Denver in Beetlejuice

For two actors in the First National Tour of Beetlejuice, coming back to Denver is like returning to a place of magic. Kate Marilley, who stars as Delia in Beetlejuice, performed in her dream role with the DCPA Theatre Company – twice. “In both 2007 and 2012 – with slightly different casts but the same […]

Musicians Put the “Music” in “Musical”

If you’re lucky enough to be a part of the theatre community in Denver, you’ve probably heard of local legend David Nehls. An actor, composer, lyricist, musician, musical director, arranger…the list of his accolades and affiliations reads long and impressive. Currently, he’s conducting the band and playing the keys in the world premiere production Miss […]

Area Resources for Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Support

TW: This article contains content that some readers may find distressing, including mentions of abuse, addiction, and assault.  Individuals familiar with Alanis Morissette’s 1995 album, Jagged Little Pill, can belt out the soul-baring lyrics that explore trauma in its many forms, but it’s another thing to see those topics addressed on stage. That’s just what […]

Sunset Cinema Summer Series at the Arts Complex

The community favorite summer series Sunset Cinema is returning to the Denver Performing Arts Complex. This annual outdoor movie series, put on by Denver Arts & Venues in partnership with Denver Film, brings families, friends, and neighbors together to enjoy a night “out” at the cinema. This year, Sunset Cinema’s theme is “Films for Foodies,” […]

Meet Camille Nugent and Connor O’Brian: 2023 Bobby G Award Winners

Congratulations to Camille Nugent and Connor O’Brian, this year’s Outstanding Lead Performers at the Bobby G Awards! Camille performed as Alice Murphy in Fossil Ridge High School’s Bright Star, and Connor portrayed Shakespeare in Lakewood High School’s Something Rotten – the production that also snagged the Outstanding Overall Production Award. They will make their Broadway […]

Winners Announced for 2023 Bobby G Awards

After walking a red carpet for interviews and photo ops, hundreds of students and educators were joined by family and friends at the Bobby G Awards ceremony on May 18 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Performances by the five nominated Overall Production schools took place throughout the evening as well as a medley sung […]