In recent months, understudies and swings have been the backbone of theatre, confidently stepping into the limelight when the need arises. But for this understudy, Brian Bohlender, the limelight consisted of more than 66,000 fans in Mile High Stadium. Brian Bohlender is the understudy for the male roles in The Other Josh Cohen, a rock-n-roll […]
2022 Student Playwriting Competition Finalists and Winners
/in Education, Community Engagement, General/by DCPA PressThe Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is proud to announce the winning plays as part of its annual High School and Middle School Playwriting Competition, which has impacted more than 25,000 students since its inception in 2013. The DCPA’s Education & Community Engagement Department launched the playwriting program to spark interest in the […]
The Other Josh Cohen’s Brian Bohlender Sang the National Anthem at Mile High Stadium
/in Community Engagement, Cabaret, General, Meet the Cast/by Emma HolstIn recent months, understudies and swings have been the backbone of theatre, confidently stepping into the limelight when the need arises. But for this understudy, Brian Bohlender, the limelight consisted of more than 66,000 fans in Mile High Stadium. Brian Bohlender is the understudy for the male roles in The Other Josh Cohen, a rock-n-roll […]
Celebratory Cocktails and Drinks from Our Caterers
/in Community Engagement, General/by Emma HolstThe Denver Center for the Performing Arts has asked our catering partners to share how they rang in 2022 with a celebratory drink. Whether you’re participating in Dry January, want to experience something new, or are preparing something special for Valentine’s Day next month, they have something for you. From Serendipity Catering: Serendipity Shirley Temple […]
Photos from the Broadway National Tour of Hamilton
/in Broadway, Community Engagement, General/by DCPA PressHow to Make the Most of Your Denver Vacation
/in Community Engagement, General/by DCPA PressBy: Katlyn Eriksen After what can only be described as a chaotic year and a half with national and international travel coming to a halt, Americans are once again exploring everything the USA, and beyond, has to offer. If you are planning your first vacation in a while, Denver is definitely a destination worth considering. Regardless […]
Meow Wolf Denver: Benefitting from the expertise of theatre professionals
/in Off-Center, Community Engagement, General/by DCPA PressReferences in Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
/in Theatre Company, General/by Emma HolstEdward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is filled with references, from single line-drops to overarching ideas. This list doesn’t cover everything that could be mentioned, but it’s a good start. Watch the show and see if you can notice any more! Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. Albee stated in a Paris Review interview, “Who’s Afraid of […]
Reviving a Legend: Rattlesnake Kate
/in Theatre Company, General/by DCPA PressBy: John Moore Hard to believe, but it’s already been three years since Colorado New Play Summit audiences got a sneak peek at Rattlesnake Kate, which back then wasn’t much more than a promising twinkle in the eyes, ears and imagination of Neyla Pekarek. Simply put: “The Rattlesnake Kate world premiere musical that you will […]
Do Rattlesnakes Migrate?
/in Theatre Company, General/by Emma HolstWhen you hear the word “migration,” it’s likely you think of birds migrating toward warmer temperatures. Migration is usually an animal or insect’s response to a change in temperature, food supply, or amount of daylight. There are also two important factors that differentiate migration from other types of movement or travel: first, migrations are seasonal, […]
5 Tips for Your Next Audition
/in General/by Madison StoutBy: Madison Stout Have an audition coming up? Here are some quick auditioning tips from DCPA Casting Director Grady Soapes and Head of Acting Tim McCracken. Be prepared to the best of your ability. Know WHO you are auditioning for: Who is the director, what do you know about the theater? Know WHAT you are […]