Denver’s Gift Giving Guide
With Halloween behind us and Thanksgiving around the corner, the holidays have once again arrived! To usher in the season, Denver has the best selection of unique shopping spots. From local artisans, craft shows, and holiday markets, there’s something for everyone on your list. Check out our picks for the best places for the best […]
Elevating educational and entertainment institutions across Denver
In 2017, Denver voters approved a general bond program, Elevate Denver, to address needs across the city and support the enrichment and improvement of public spaces. The $937 million general obligation bond program seeks to complete more than 500 projects over ten years. $117 million in general bonds were allotted to restore iconic buildings and […]
Lester Ward: Remembering the Former DCPA President, COO and Trustee
On Wednesday, October 20, former DCPA President, COO and Trustee Lester Ward passed away. While our lights are dimmed, our appreciation for his 46-years of service will continue to be heard in every round of applause for decades to come.
One Heart, United an Original Play Written by Local LGBTQ Youth
Every June, millions of people around the world don the colors of the rainbow and douse themselves in glitter to celebrate Pride. This year is no different. After last year’s virtual Pride celebrations, Denver Pride, produced by The LGBTQ Center on Colfax, is offering a hybrid celebration. For those who want to participate in person, […]
The Importance of Arts and Culture in a Post COVID World
By Hassan Salem, U.S. Bank Head of Commercial Banking, and Trustee & Capital Campaign Chair, Denver Center for the Performing Arts Now more than ever, arts and cultural organizations in the cities and towns where we live need our support, and here’s why. The economic fallout from the COVID-19 crisis has hit the arts and […]
5 Tips for Writing Your First Play
We reached out to our incredible network of talented playwrights to get their advice on writing your first play. Here’s what three DCPA World Premiere playwrights had to say about tackling this monumental project.
Top five reasons that draw people to the theatre year after year
We asked our social media followers what traditions they especially treasure at the theatre. Here are the top five (or six) reasons that draw people to the theatre year after year.
5 Tips to Spice Up Your Holiday – Toasts, Games and More!
Want to enliven the holidays? Look no further than these tips from DCPA Director of Education Patrick Elkins-Zeglarski who has mastered the art of celebration, collaboration, and creativity! If it works for a three-year-old, it can work for your family!