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 adults in Colorado have a mental health condition. The Colorado stats […]
Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. Thanks to everyone’s favorite candelabra in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, we have classic French food on the brain. Think coq au vin, escargot, steak frites, beef Bourguignon, onion soup, delicate pastries and […]
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot is a testament to the magic of live theatre, reaching audiences in unexpected ways; whether they are performing in an under-served community, making Shakespeare relatable to a teenager, or sparking an interest in the arts in a child. The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is immensely proud of […]
This article contains content that some may find distressing. Denver has its share of haunted locations. From hotels to museums to parks, there’s a fright somewhere for everyone. Plus, the city is home to many nighttime walking tours that will teach you the history, legends, and lore of much of downtown Denver. You might even […]
Unpacking the Origins of Everyday Superstitions As a trick in Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice film, you have to say Beetlejuice’s name three times to make him appear. The Beetlejuice musical gives this classic film a Broadway makeover with crazy musical numbers, strong language, mature references and other behaviors from the well-known, inappropriately deranged demon. OFFICIAL TICKETS: […]
Best Places to Experience Colorado’s Dark Skies and Stargazing If you’re looking at the Colorado sky, it may be increasingly difficult to pick out the namesake of Beetlejuice. Betelgeuse, the tenth brightest star in the night sky and the second brightest star that is part of the Orion constellation. As humans have progressed from the […]
A Guide to Denver’s Gothic Haunts and Happenings Walking in downtown Denver, you’ll see young couples with dogs, old folks carrying Trader Joe’s grocery bags, and bicyclists racing down Broadway. You might not even be aware of the Gothic subculture living its best life in Denver. In case you’re confused, we aren’t talking about the […]
There are many improv shows in Denver. This is not an article about improv shows. This is an article about improv theatre — a long-form type of improvisation wherein an entire plot of a performance is devised around a single audience suggestion. Denver audiences may recall the antics of The Improvised Shakespeare Company®, which appears […]
Originally published 2023. Updated in 2026. Music entertains, trains the ear, aids in dance parties, adds spice to a special occasion and can soothe tender feelings. Really, there isn’t much music can’t do to help heal and fuel the soul, which is why getting children involved in the art form proves beneficial. Choose from full […]
As the temperatures heat up, summer is sure to sizzle on Colorado stages this year. What better way to escape the heat than indoors at a play or in the evening at an outdoor amphitheater? Here’s a regional theatre roundup to round out those dog days of summer. NORTHERN COLORADO OpenStage Theatre & Company 970.221.6730 […]
DCPA Arts Complex I Wolf Theatre Location: Speer Blvd &, Arapahoe St, Denver, CO 80204 6:00pm (Mountain Time – US & Canada) schedule Ticketed Event: Destiny of Desire | DCPA Join us for a vibrant evening in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! Kick off the night with live pre-show music in the Bonfils lobby starting […]
Boulder Public Library I Main Library I Canyon Theatre Location: 1001 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302 11:00am – 12:00pm (Mountain Time – US & Canada) schedule Free Event Young readers become storytellers in this interactive, theatre based storytime experience. Together, participants will explore characters, settings, and adventures from their favorite children’s books through movement, creative […]
Boulder Public Library I Main Library I Canyon Theatre Location: 1001 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302 11:00am – 12:00pm (Mountain Time – US & Canada) schedule Free Event – LEARN MORE Step into the playful world of clowning through movement, imagination, and creative expression. Families and community members of all ages will explore physical comedy, character creation, […]
Sloan’s Lake Park Location: 1700 N Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80214 Free Event Join the DCPA as we table at the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival. Free Activities for the whole family will be available – Join the fun! The Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is an annual cultural and athletic event held at Sloan’s Lake Park […]