Every summer, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts welcomes children of all ages in their summer classes as part of the Robert and Judi Newman Summer Series. Aside from the obvious, “got to keep the kids busy this summer” feeling many parents have, acting classes are a wonderful way for children to try something new, stay active, and make new friends.
Giving voice to Colorado’s growing Latino community
/in Archive, Community Engagement/by DCPA PressLast winter, playwright Tony Meneses asked our community to consider identity. More specifically, he asked our Latino community to consider its identity, its place in society and — most importantly — its responsibility in shaping the future of community.
Creativity: A Super Power
/in Archive, Education/by Madison StoutRemember when you were a kid and maybe ditched class a few too many times that it raised suspicion? So does Allison Watrous, Executive Director of Education and Community Engagement at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. When her mom came to observe her in class at the teacher’s request, she “quickly found out that I was visiting the bathroom to sing in the acoustics at a full belt!”
Come From Away continues to offer comfort in the face of adversity
/in Archive, Broadway/by DCPA PressAs the anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Come From Away revamped its “I Am an Islander” program so that students — whether attending school in person or remotely — can use the prompts and tools to investigate current challenges facing communities including COVID-19.
Learn the Power of “Yes, and…” — 5 Tips to Improve your Improv
/in Archive, Education/by DCPA PressThe wild, unexpected and keep-you-on-your-toes world of improv looks like fun, but is hard work. Jessica Austgen, a DCPA Education Teaching Artist and Artistic Director of the Denver Improv Festival has a tip or five to keep you alert, in the moment and engaged in the art of “Yes, and…”
Book Stars: Bringing stories to life in the classroom
/in Archive, Education/by Madison StoutBook Stars, part of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ (DCPA) larger Dramatic Learning program, provides in-school workshops designed to integrate theatre arts within the core curriculum.
Who is Charlie Miller?
/in Archive, Off-Center/by Madison StoutCharlie Miller has been working with the DCPA for more than 12 years. Originally hired as a “Multimedia Specialist,” Miller has been involved in numerous projects and is currently working with the Artistic Department as the Off-Center Curator.
Five reasons to enroll your child in a summer class
/in Archive, Education/by Madison StoutEvery summer, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts welcomes children of all ages in their summer classes as part of the Robert and Judi Newman Summer Series. Aside from the obvious, “got to keep the kids busy this summer” feeling many parents have, acting classes are a wonderful way for children to try something new, stay active, and make new friends.
Five Showstopping Fathers of Theatre
/in Archive, Broadway, Theatre Company/by DCPA PressCelebrate Father’s Day with a small sampling of some larger-than-life theatre dads.
Mr. Krabs’ boundless optimism was born of his arts education in Colorado
/in Archive, Broadway/by John MooreDenver’s Zach Kononov taking heart from the message of his show as he adjusts from dream job to pressing pause
B+: Here’s a guaranteed laugh: Gotta, gotta wash your hands
/in Archive, Community Engagement, General, Other Theatres/by John MooreViral videos spread laughs and information – not germs!