The word “Tejano” has slipped into the American language, meaning someone of Mexican descent living in Texas. There’s Tejano food, music and culture. But the phrase, “Neomexicanos,” not so much. For one thing, there were simply not many of these people – the Spanish and Mexican colonists who ventured into Northern New Mexico and Southern […]
Scene: An Improv Class For Teens
/in Education, General/by Linnea Covington“Bee, beeeee!” screamed Sam Charney as they ran across the stage of the Randy Weeks Conservatory Theatre during one of the many games the improv class was doing. They ducked behind the other character on stage as Teaching Artist Heather Curran gasped, “Is there really a bee here?” “No,” said Sam, pausing the action. “I’m […]
Women of the Borderland: Teresita Sandoval and Neomexicanos of Colorado
/in Theatre Company, General/by Rich GrantThe word “Tejano” has slipped into the American language, meaning someone of Mexican descent living in Texas. There’s Tejano food, music and culture. But the phrase, “Neomexicanos,” not so much. For one thing, there were simply not many of these people – the Spanish and Mexican colonists who ventured into Northern New Mexico and Southern […]
DCPA Theatre Company Announces Production Lineup for 2022/23 Season
/in Press, Breaking News, Theatre Company/by DCPA PressThe new Theatre Company season kicks off performances on September 9 and will feature seven mainstage productions including the musical The Color Purple, William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, and a new production of the audience-favorite The 39 Steps.
A nuevo Quixote: Still seeking to right the wrongs of his past
/in Theatre Company, General/by J. Sebastían AlberdiOriginally written for Hartford Stage in September 2019 Considered one of the most prominent Latino playwrights in North America, Octavio Solis has been produced from New York to California, including in Denver with the DCPA Theatre Company world premiere of Lydia in 2008. He spoke with jose sebastian alberdi about his play, the characteristic humor […]
DCPA Will Celebrate Día del Niño in Partnership with the Mexican Cultural Center
/in Education, Community Engagement, Events, General/by Emma HolstIn addition to Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, there is a special day to celebrate children: Día del Niño, or Day of the Child. A holiday that originated in Mexico in 1925, this day is meant to recognize the importance of children in our society and to promote their wellbeing. Now, it is celebrated all […]
Five Reasons Why Adults Should Take a Class This Summer
/in Education, General/by Madison StoutThere are countless reasons why adults should take an acting class. Both actors and non-actors alike can use the summer months to learn a new skill or refine the tools in their toolbox. As the weather warms up and folks get antsy to socialize, interacting with new faces is one of the many benefits of […]
Denver Gay Men’s Chorus: Building Community through Music
/in Community Engagement, General/by Madison StoutIn 1982, a group of gay men decided, over a Chinese dinner, to form the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus (DGMC) with a commitment to build a diverse community and foster acceptance through music. Having performed in concert halls across Denver and the U.S., and venues including Coors Field, not to mention the steps of Colorado’s […]
10 Choruses Fostering Community Around Denver
/in Theatre Company, Community Engagement, General/by Madison StoutA 2018 study by Chorus America found that over 54 million Americans participate in choral groups. While there is not a direct correlation between one’s involvement in a chorus leading to a happier life, it does show that such groups foster a strong sense of community. Here’s a list of several choirs with such communities […]
DCPA Theatre Company Announces the Full Cast and Creative Team for Quixote Nuevo
/in Theatre Company/by DCPA PressThe DCPA Theatre Company is proud to announce the full casting and creative team for Quixote Nuevo in the Wolf Theatre running May 13 – June 12, 2022. “The world that playwright Octavio Solís has created in Quixote Nuevo takes the spirit of the classic Don Quixote, and creates a new journey based in La […]
Becoming Dear Evan Hansen
/in Broadway/by John MooreThe North American touring production that begins in Denver ‘has a beautiful and generous and important message’ for families, its director says.