Denver: Hispanic Heritage Month 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States from September 15 to October 15. This national commemorative month recognizes the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors hailed from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The Denver Center for the Performing Arts uplifts Hispanic voices onstage. During Hispanic Heritage […]

Perfecting Shakespeare: Unleash Your Inner Bard

Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a budding performer, studying Shakespeare offers many benefits. From language mastery and versatility to emotional depth and physicality, diving into the world of William Shakespeare offers actors a chance to grow artistically, intellectually, and emotionally. Let’s explore some of the exciting classes and programs available in the area, including […]

Jackie of all Trades: Today’s Domestic Demigoddesses

Erma Bombeck (1927-1996) was a wife, mother, journalist, humorist, author, TV personality and women’s rights advocate. Her nationally syndicated columns recounted the daily lives of the suburban housewife with wit, wisdom and keen insight into the trials and tribulations of managing a household. Her story is now onstage in the Garner Galleria Theatre in Erma […]

Soundtracks in Concert: Denver

When Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert hits the Buell Theatre, audience members will see scenes from the beloved television series projected onscreen while a live orchestra presents the soundtrack for an immersive experience. If you love hearing your favorite film soundtracks in surround sound, check out these productions and companies in the Denver metro […]

Birthday Party Ideas for Your Soon-to-be 16-year-old

In KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, the title character’s life is in upheaval. Between a move to a new town, her first crush, family dysfunction and a genetic condition, her life is a rollercoaster. In the production, Kimberly celebrates her 16th birthday, which, as any parent knows, is a […]

Denver Fencing and Sword Fighting Classes for the Swashbuckler in You

William Shakespeare’s Hamlet is a story of love and revenge among family members — like today’s soap operas and drama series. Hamlet — playing at the Wolf Theatre September 13 through October 6 and directed by Denver Center Theatre Company Artistic Director Chris Coleman — features plenty of scenes with sword fights and combat. Feeling […]

Deliver the Punchline: Area Comedy Classes

For anyone who has ever wished they’d been voted “Class Clown,” — or class clowns who would like to be on the stage instead of in the audience — comedy classes may be just the thing to channel your inner Steve Martin or Wanda Sykes. Even without aspirations toward a career in stand-up and your […]

Communicating with the Dead: Spiritualism and Séances in Denver

The desire to understand the mysteries of life, death and fate goes back to the earliest days of humanity — Israel’s first king, Saul, allegedly used a medium to summon the spirit of the prophet Samuel for advice on an upcoming battle. (Spoiler alert: This did not end well.) But the modern spirituality movement took […]

Night Lights Denver Illuminates Downtown

Thomas Edison once called Denver’s Curtis Street “the brightest street in America” due to the vast number of electrified theatre marquees shining brightly across the plains. But now, another avenue may be vying for top honors with the debut of Night Lights Denver, a collection of light, LED and projection art on display on the […]

Need a Laugh? These Comedies Could Be the Ticket!

Research has confirmed what we all know: comedy is an essential part of life. Also, it’s best shared with others as laughter can be contagious in the best way possible. The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, better known as SCFD, is the organization that manages a tax collected across Denver’s seven-county metro area to support […]