Aug 16 – 20
A one-of-a-kind event celebrating the astounding generosity and resilience of our Colorado community.
Join an 8-person cast of performers as they share powerful real-life stories from 2020’s East Troublesome Fire and songs written by some of Colorado’s best folk artists: Cary Morin, Chimney Choir, Daniel Rodriguez, Elephant Revival, Gregory Alan Isakov, and SHEL (bands listed in alphabetical order). Check-out our musical sneak peek➤
Wild Fire follows the lives of 8 people in Grand County over the course of one momentous week as they face the threat of an unprecedented wildfire. A local fire marshal, a park ranger, a reporter, a rancher, and other evacuated residents…these are a few of the lives that are crossed, changed, and ultimately interwoven forever.
Featuring a folk score written by Colorado musicians, crafted by a Colorado playwright, and inspired by real testimony from more than 30 oral history interviews, Wild Fire honors real stories from our neighbors and friends — with urgent relevance to events happening across the country. Learn more about the creative process, show values and resources around the show’s themes >
Wild Fire
Written by Jessica Kahkoska
Directed by Chris Coleman
Music Direction by Mark G. Meadows
With songs written by (in alphabetical order): Cary Morin, Chimney Choir, Daniel Rodriguez, Elephant Revival, Gregory Alan Isakov, and SHEL
Commissioned by DCPA Theatre Company
Real Colorado stories collected, preserved, and shared in partnership with History Colorado.
Platinum Sponsor: Dean Singleton
Bronze Sponsor: 
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Type: Non-traditional, Musical, Drama
Run Time: Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes without an intermission
Performing just one night each outdoors at Levitt Pavilion Denver, Dillon Amphitheater & Rendezvous Event Center in Winter Park!
Tickets start at $30 for all performances, and 8% of each ticket sold will benefit the Grand Foundation’s Grand County Wildfire Emergency Fund.
Ticket sales only cover a portion of the investment DCPA, a non-profit arts organization, has made to produce this experience. Please consider choosing a higher ticket price to increase both your support of DCPA and the Grand County Wildfire Emergency Fund.
Levitt Pavilion Denver photo by Joel Rekiel
AUG 16 at 7pm: Levitt Pavilion Denver
Levitt venue information
Address: 1380 W Florida Ave, Denver, CO 80223
About: Levitt Pavilion Denver is non-profit working to provide music accessibility, education, industry career development and support of our local music ecosystem. Levitt’s outdoor pavilion based in Ruby Hill Park is home to their summer concert series, offering 50 FREE concerts each season and hosts external Colorado concert promoters to produce unique large scale ticketed events. Levitt operates on a mission to bridge cultural gaps and to find ways to erase divisions and embrace differences in our community. Learn more at levittdenver.org.
Seating: Lawn-style seating. Patrons are encouraged to BYO blanket or lawn chair (low chairs preferred).
Concessions: On-site bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available, plus food trucks.
Accessibility: Fully accessible for wheelchairs and other mobility devices. For questions about accessibility, contact: info@levittpavilion.org
View Levitt’s venue regulations & policies ➤
Please note: While Wild Fire is a DCPA event, tickets to the Levitt Pavilion Denver performance are sold exclusively via Levitt’s ticketing platform, TicketWeb. Wild Fire is a “ticketed event” at Levitt and is not a part of their free summer concert series. All orders will be subject to Levitt’s standard ticketing policies. DCPA account holders’ denvercenter.org log-in information will not apply.
Dillon Amphitheater photo by Jenise Jensen.
AUG 18 at 7pm: Dillon Amphitheater in Dillon, Colorado
Dillon venue information
Address: 201 W Lodgepole, Dillon, CO 80435
About: Inspired by a scenically spectacular lakeside venue overlooking the majestic Rocky Mountains, Dillon Amphitheater offers a wide range of diverse and engaging live performances, an incomparable guest experience and authentic and dynamic interactions with our community and visitors. Learn more at dillonamphitheater.com.
Seating: Lawn-style seating. Patrons are encouraged to BYO blanket or lawn chair (low chairs preferred).
Accessibility: Fully accessible for wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
AUG 20 at 7pm: Rendezvous Event Center in downtown, Winter Park, Colorado
Winter Park venue information
Address: 78821 US 40, Winter Park, CO 80482
About: Located just across from the Visitor’s Center in downtown Winter Park, Rendezvous Event Center is the perfect place to enjoy a day of family fun. More than just a concert venue, there’s a skate park, playground, picnic area, and lots of green space to read, relax, and unwind! Learn more at rendezvouseventcenterco.com.
Seating: GA seating is on the grass, chairs are permitted without canopies or covers. Total upright chair height (including legs and entire length of chair backs) may not exceed 37″. (Please note, this rule is strictly enforced!)
Accessibility: Fully accessible for wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
Free tickets for firefighters
We set aside over 1,000 free tickets for firefighters.
Sneak peek! The music of Wild Fire
History Colorado Partnership: Share Your Wild Fire Story
Wild Fire is inspired by real Colorado stories, shared with the playwright, Jessica Kahkoska, during more than 30 oral history interviews.
Now, History Colorado and DCPA invite you to share YOUR story of the East Troublesome Fire and its aftermath. We are interested in any experiences or content you would like to share — anecdote, audio recording, voice memo, screenshot, photos, and more.
The stories, histories, and experiences shared will be part of a new collection at History Colorado’s Museum of Memory Initiative raising awareness and support for those affected by wildfires in Colorado. The Museum of Memory is a public history initiative that works together with Colorado residents to co-author a shared history and create the opportunity for the community to decide how to remember its collective past.
Ways you can share:
- Participate in a virtual History Colorado story circle workshop:
- Submit using the History Colorado form ➤
FAQs
ABOUT THE SHOW
Will musicians from the folk bands be performing? NO.
All stories and songs will be performed by an 8-person cast of actors/singers. None of the musicians from these bands will be performing in any capacity: Cary Morin, Chimney Choir, Daniel Rodriguez, Elephant Revival, Gregory Alan Isakov, and SHEL.
What happens if there is rain, lightning, or other inclement weather?
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts and our venue partners take safety seriously. All performances will take place rain or shine unless conditions endanger the safety of artists and attendees. Refunds will not be issued due to weather unless the entire show is canceled prior to the start. Please come prepared and dress accordingly (rain gear, ponchos, etc.)
In the event of dangerous weather including lightning, announcements regarding shelter instructions will be made at the event and via the DCPA’s social media @denvercenter. While we do not anticipate canceling an event in advance, if an advance decision to cancel is made, all patrons will be notified by email.
Can I take photos and videos?
Not during the performance. Due to artist union regulations, photos and video and/or audio recording during any part of the performance by any means whatsoever are strictly prohibited.
We welcome you to take photos at the venue before and after the performance. If you post photos on social media, please tag the DCPA:
@denvercenter / #DCPAWildFire #DCPATheatreCompany #DenverCenter #DCPAToday
TICKETING DETAILS
Will there be a box office on-site?
Yes. At each venue, there is an on-site box office. However, we highly encourage you to get your tickets in advance so you secure your spot and are ready to go.
Other questions?
Contact the DCPA box office for more information.
Creative Team
Wild Fire
Written by Jessica Kahkoska
Directed by Chris Coleman
Music Direction by Mark G. Meadows
With songs written by (in alphabetical order): Cary Morin, Chimney Choir, Daniel Rodriguez, Elephant Revival, Gregory Alan Isakov, and SHEL
Commissioned by DCPA Theatre Company
Real Colorado stories collected, preserved, and shared in partnership with History Colorado.
Performers to be announced.
Songwriting Credits:
“Cradle To The Grave”
Written by Cary Morin | Taken from the album Cradle To The Grave | Used by permission from Songs of Heyday a/c Cary Morin Music (BMI) | Courtesy of Cary Morin Music by exclusive arrangement with Heyday Media Group
CaryMorin.com
Listen ➤
Chimney Choir
“Golden Age”
Album: (light shadow)
Written by Kevin John Larkin, David Scott Rynhart and Kristine L Drickey
Courtesy of VQ Creative LLC.
Listen ➤
Chimney Choir
“Flashlight”
Album: (compass)
Written by David Scott Rynhart
Courtesy of VQ Creative LLC
Listen ➤
Chimney Choir
“After I’m Awake”
Album: Boomtown
Written by Kevin John Larkin, David Scott Rynhart and Kristine L Drickey
Courtesy of VQ Creative LLC
Listen ➤
Elephant Revival
“Spinning”
Album: These Changing Skies
Written by Daniel Rodriguez
Courtesy of Elephant Revival
Listen ➤
Elephant Revival
“Willing and Able”
Album: These Changing Skies
Written by Bonnie Paine
Courtesy of Elephant Revival
Listen ➤
Elephant Revival
“Sing to the Mountain”
Album: Elephant Revival
Written by Daniel Rodriguez
Courtesy of Elephant Revival
Listen ➤
Daniel Rodriguez
“As I Am”
Album: Sojourn of a Burning Sun
Written by Daniel Rodriguez
Courtesy of Daniel Rodriguez
Listen ➤
“Berth”
Written and composed by Gregory Alan Isakov, Ilan Gary Isakov, and Steve Varney
Courtesy of Third Side Music o/b/o Suitcase Town Music and o/b/o Ask A Violin Publishing, and Glowing House Music
gregoryalanisakov.com
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“3 a.m.”
Written and composed by Gregory Alan Isakov
Courtesy of Third Side Music o/b/o Suitcase Town Music
gregoryalanisakov.com
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“Second Chances”
Written and composed by Gregory Alan Isakov and Ilan Gary Isakov
Courtesy of Third Side Music o/b/o Suitcase Town Music and o/b/o Ask A Violin Publishing
gregoryalanisakov.com
Listen ➤
SHEL
“On My Way” | Written by Eva Holbrook and Larry Maher
Used by permission Reservoir Media Music (ASCAP) o/b/o Maher Music (ASCAP)
shelmusic.com
SHEL
“Lost At Sea” | Written by Eva Holbrook
Used by permission by (BMI) Songs of Moraine, a div. of Moraine Music Group
shelmusic.com
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