The holidays are here and with them comes Camp Christmas, Lonnie Hanzon’s vast winter wonderland of all things Santa, ornaments, gingerbread and lights at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. This year, said Hanzon, it will be bigger, better, have more lights, and offer visitors even more Christmas. “It’s really exciting to be back at the same […]
Pass the Parcel Game
/in Theatre Company, General/by Suzanne YoeThis is a game played at parties in England. Great for kids, family gatherings or even as an alternative to a gift exchange, you’ll want to add Pass the Parcel to your own holiday traditions. You will need: A small box Tape Tissue paper One small item for each person* Music Put the small item […]
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical You Can Draw Activity
/in Broadway, General/by DCPA PressGet drawing with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical! Whether you or your child are budding artists or if you want to practice your skills, here is a drawing activity for you. Follow the lines from the completed drawing in the grid and create your own picture of an elf! Click here to download the activity […]
MORE Fun Facts About Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
/in Broadway, General/by DCPA Press1. In 2006, the original Rudolph and Santa figures were featured in an episode of Antiques Roadshow. Pre-renovation, they were valued at $8,000-$10,000. 2. There are 11 voice actors credited for all the voices in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. 3. Rudolph’s red nose was originally created using a 12v light bulb painted red. 4. In […]
Bartlett Sher Reinvents a Classic in My Fair Lady
/in Broadway, General/by Joanne OstrowMy Fair Lady, a famously sumptuous spectacle overflowing with a long list of favorite songs, has been called the perfect musical. The Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe original ran on Broadway starting in 1956, setting records for the longest Broadway run at the time. The 1964 movie adaptation likewise became a classic, with Rex […]
Local Artist Highlight: Ryan Omar Stack
/in Education, General/by Madison StoutOver the last few years, students from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ (DCPA) Adult Education program have emerged on professional stages across the Denver metro area. “It’s exciting to see several students step into professional theatre,” Head of Acting Tim McCraken shared. “There are real theatrical opportunities around town for these students because […]
Playwrights Announced for the 17th Annual Colorado New Play Summit
/in Press, Breaking News, Theatre Company, General, New Play Summit/by DCPA PressThe DCPA Theatre Company is proud to announce playwrights, dates, and details for the 2023 Colorado New Play Summit. The 17th annual festival will take place over one weekend on February 25-26, and feature readings of new plays by Jake Brasch, Vincent Terrell Durham, Christina Pumariega, and Sandy Rustin. The festival will also feature Laughs in Spanish by Alexis Scheer […]
DCPA’s John Ekeberg Named President of Independent Presenters Network
/in Press, Breaking News, Broadway, General/by DCPA PressThe Independent Presenters Network (IPN) resumed its biennial meeting in London last month. The meeting, which is usually held every two years, was on hold for three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At the 2022 meeting, a new executive committee, approved by the full membership, was selected. The committee will serve for three years. […]
Head South to the Town Hall Arts Center
/in Community Engagement, General/by Mindy SinkExpand your theater experiences this holiday season by going to Littleton’s Town Hall Arts Center for a show. A LITTLE HISTORY Maybe you didn’t even realize that suburban Littleton has a historic downtown? Hop on the RTD Light Rail and get off at Littleton’s historic train depot to explore the three blocks of shops, restaurants, […]
Choose Your Own Holiday Adventure at Camp Christmas
/in Off-Center, General/by Linnea CovingtonThe holidays are here and with them comes Camp Christmas, Lonnie Hanzon’s vast winter wonderland of all things Santa, ornaments, gingerbread and lights at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. This year, said Hanzon, it will be bigger, better, have more lights, and offer visitors even more Christmas. “It’s really exciting to be back at the same […]
Rediscovering the “Sunshine of the Spirit” in A Christmas Carol
/in Theatre Company, General/by John MooreOriginally published in 2002. Updated in 2025. Anthony Powell is the ghost of A Christmas Carol past, present and future. Powell, director of the DCPA Theatre Company’s seasonal favorite, has himself performed as an actor in five Denver Center holiday stagings going all the way back to 1992. He played Bob Cratchit three times, […]