Tag Archive for: Community

Night Lights Denver Illuminates Downtown

Thomas Edison once called Denver’s Curtis Street “the brightest street in America” due to the vast number of electrified theatre marquees shining brightly across the plains. But now, another avenue may be vying for top honors with the debut of Night Lights Denver, a collection of light, LED and projection art on display on the […]

Need a Laugh? These Comedies Could Be the Ticket!

Research has confirmed what we all know: comedy is an essential part of life. Also, it’s best shared with others as laughter can be contagious in the best way possible. The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, better known as SCFD, is the organization that manages a tax collected across Denver’s seven-county metro area to support […]

Arts for EveryBody

Residents in the metro Denver area have embraced the “arts for everybody” concept since 1988 when they voted to approve the SCFD cultural tax, which supports our thriving arts community. So when a national effort emerged that aimed to unite communities to influence health and wellbeing, it felt natural to elevate the project locally. “Arts […]

A Chorus Line Reimagined: Phamaly’s take on a Broadway classic

This summer, Phamaly Theatre Company, in partnership with the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, is presenting a unique production of the musical A Chorus Line. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Phamaly’s decision to stage this dance-heavy show marks a significant milestone. Artistic Director Ben Raanan explained that the show had been a long-held ambition for […]

Parapsychology: The Hunt for Ghosts

“I’m one of the few people who won’t say, ‘Well, I grew up in a haunted house. I didn’t grow up in a haunted house,” says ghost hunter Bryan Bonner. Bonner is explaining how he ended up working on the Rocky Mountain Paranormal Research Society, which investigates claims of ghosts and other unexplained activity across […]

What’s So Funny? Denver’s Comedy Scene

From the archives: this article was originally published on October 10, 2022 and updated in 2026. Who couldn’t use a good laugh these days? Denver has a robust calendar of hilarious standup and other comedy performances. Whether you’re planning a date night, bachelorette fun, or just want to try something new, there is probably a […]

Make a Day of It in Denver’s RiNo

Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. Make a day of it in RiNo when you attend the immersive experience DARKFIELD. Located in The Bird Lot, DARKFIELD is near many restaurants and stores to fill your afternoon and evening with […]

Immerse Yourself in Denver’s Best Immersive Experiences

If you’re vacationing in Denver or simply looking for something out of the ordinary, you might consider an immersive experience. But what is an “immersive experience”? Simply put, it’s being surrounded by and part of an experience. An escape room is a type of immersive experience and Denver has plenty of those. VR, or virtual […]

Dine Outside Downtown with Views and Ambience

Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. It’s such a luxury to dine outside before heading in for a night of entertainment. Downtown Denver has some outdoor dining options for people who like a view, a patio, or any type […]

2024: Shakespeare on Stage

Described by The Denver Post’s Lisa Kennedy as “arguably the Big Kahuna of Drama,” the Denver Center Theatre Company prepares for William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Helmed by DCTC Artistic Director Coleman, this haunting psychological revenge thriller appears in the Wolf Theatre Sept. 13-Oct 6, 2024. But Hamlet isn’t the only classic by the Bard to fill […]