From the archives: this article was originally published on June 27, 2023 Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. When you think of the “Old West,” you just assume that comes with cowboy boots, tumbleweeds and your fair share of […]
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 […]
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 […]
The article was originally published in 2022 and updated in 2026. Nearly 1.2 million adults in Colorado have a mental health condition and many don’t have access to help in their communities. Here are some local and national mental health resources. In March 2025, the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Colorado reported that 1,186,000 […]
This article was originally published in 2024 and was updated in 2026. Whether it’s William Shakespeare’s Hamlet or Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, period stories of love and revenge often feature sword fights, duels, and derring doo. Feeling like a swashbuckler, yourself? While DCPA Education regularly offers various classes in stage […]
The SCFD (Scientific and Cultural Facilities District) has long maintained a commitment to the diverse audiences that enjoy the arts in Colorado. This 1/10th of one percent sales tax in the seven-county metro area provides funds to more than 300 non-profit cultural organizations, some of whom highlight the achievements and culture of African Americans. These […]
For anyone who has ever wished they’d been voted “Class Clown,” — or class clowns who would like to be on the stage instead of in the audience — comedy classes may be just the thing to channel your inner Steve Martin or Wanda Sykes. Even without aspirations toward a career in stand-up and your […]
Mere mortals rarely enjoy the lavish, multi-course meals typical of the six queens in SIX, but the DCPA’s restaurant partners have mouth-watering dishes to die for. CHAMPAGNE TIGER 601 E. Colfax Ave. • 303.942.0593 Open Wednesday – Sunday • Hours Vary With 13 options to choose from, champagne is only the beginning to a […]
If genetics are any indication (fingers crossed), I will live a long, healthy life and have a better memory than my children. After all, my mom is 95 (96 next month. Happy birthday, Mom!) and knocks the socks off most people with her mental acuity. When we visit a doctor’s office, the good ol’ doc […]
From the archives: this article was originally published on January 12, 2023 If Denver’s Black culture has a heart, it is beating loud and strong in Five Points. Located at the intersection of 26th Avenue, 27th Street, Washington Street and Welton Street — four roads that create five vertices — is what was once known […]
DCPA Community Dance Class Location: DCPA Classroom Studios 11:00am – 12:20pm (Mountain Time – US & Canada) schedule $10 all in, per person. Register Here: https://secure.denvercenter.org/35847/38601 This session features Hadestown–inspired choreography using a staff/cane prop. Dress the part in overalls, boots, and a bandana! Designed for all ages and abilities, this inclusive class celebrates movement, […]
Sunday, March 15 & 22 Goodnight Moon – Character Storytime at Schoolhouse Theater TIME: 10am & 12pm $10 BOOK TICKETS HERE
Aurora Public Library | Central Library 14949 E. Alameda Pkwy Aurora, CO 80012 2:00pm
Before the Curtain: A Community Play Study with DCPA! Location: Schoolyard Beer Garden 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (Mountain Time – US & Canada) schedule RSVP Required – https://denverlibrary.libcal.com/event/16321292 Love reading and discussing plays? Join us for a unique experience where you do just that! Before the Curtain: A Community Play Study with Denver […]
Before the Curtain: A Community Play Study with DCPA! 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (Mountain Time – US & Canada) schedule RSVP Required – https://denverlibrary.libcal.com/event/16321292 Love reading and discussing plays? Join us for a unique experience where you do just that! Before the Curtain: A Community Play Study with Denver Center for the Performing […]
Riverfront Plaza 1610 Little Raven St. #115 Denver, CO 80202 2:00 PM
Riverfront Plaza 1610 Little Raven St. #115 Denver, CO 80202 12:00pm
Belmar Library – Jeff CO Pub Library 555 S Allison Pkwy. Lakewood, CO 80226 12:00pm
Curtis Community Center 2349 E Orchard Rd. Greenwood Village CO 80121 12:00pm