DCPA Education Takes the Stage in ThesCon

If you’ve been to downtown Denver in mid-summer, you might have encountered creatures from a different planet…known locally as FAN EXPO but known nationally as Comic Con. That one weekend a year when sci-fi enthusiasts convene to embody their favorite character, meet celebrities and delve into all things comic-sci-fi-horror-anime-gaming. Fast forward six months and you […]

Little Red's mom, the Wolf, Little Red, and the Park Ranger sing onstage together. Everyone is looking at Little Red, who stands in the center, smiling.

Little Red is Back!

The lovable Little Red is back by popular demand! This charming, song-infused retelling of Little Red Riding Hood finds Little Red at the center of new adventures and new ways of seeing familiar characters. With a wandering wolf, a gardening grandma, singing forest creatures, and characters from other tales joining in, Little Red discovers her […]

A large semi truck called the Bookmobile outside the DCPA

Meet the Bookmobile at LITTLE RED

When families come to see LITTLE RED, a musical retelling of the classic children’s story, Little Red Riding Hood, they might start thinking about all of the other familiar children’s books too. On Dec. 2, the Denver Public Library’s Bookmobile will be there with many books to choose from. Start learning about other variations on […]

The Wolf holds up a fresh tomato plucked from the garden in front of him. Little Red kneels next to him, smiling at the produce.

First Look: LITTLE RED

This charming, song-infused retelling of Little Red Riding Hood finds Little Red at the center of new adventures and new ways of seeing familiar characters. With a wandering wolf, a gardening grandma, a forest at risk, and characters from other tales joining in, Little Red discovers her own power as a vital doer in her community. […]

Shepherd Boy and Little Red pose during a dance number in Little Red. Their legs are apart and their arms are stretched wide.

Theatre for Young Audiences and Student Matinees Bring Learning to Life

The transformative power of live theatre is an undeniable force that can shape lives, broaden horizons, and ignite passions. For nearly four decades, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) Education department has introduced such experiences to schools and communities across Colorado through its Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) and Student Matinee programs. With […]

Director of Education Allison Watrous works with the cast of They Stole the Moon by Ricardo D'Urso

The Transformative Power of High School Playwriting

Why is arts education so important? The arts provide soft skills like creativity, communication, confidence, and emotional intelligence that can be used as building blocks for a career in any industry. Access to arts education, especially for students who might not typically receive it, is scientifically proven to create a solid foundation for academic achievement. […]

A Homegrown Cinematic Triumph: Publish or Perish starring Tim McCracken

The magic of cinema lies in its ability to transport audiences to different worlds and its power to bring communities together. Denver may not have a film scene as famous as New York or LA, but recent tax incentives have attracted filmmakers to the state. Such is the case with Publish or Perish, a homegrown […]

The Wolf poses in front of Grandma's house as he sings. He's bent on one knee with his arms outstretched.

LITTLE RED Family Resource Guide

INTRODUCTION LITTLE RED is a rambunctious musical that re-imagines the beloved fairy tale. Consider this resource a magical forest’s pathway for imagination and critical thinking! Follow along to discover questions, empower resiliency, and provide the “once upon a time” behind the original fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood and this new musical adaptation. ABOUT […]

The Three Little Pigs and Little Red pose with the cart full of bricks. Little Red is holding one brick high in the air.

LITTLE RED Coloring Page

Get ready to explore with Little Red! Grab your crayons, markers, or paint and color your own forest. In your forest, is Little Red’s hoodie red or is it blue? Is the squirrel brown or is it green? You decide! Click here to download the coloring page.

The cast of Overland High School's production of Urinetown huddle behind their Bobby Strong as he sings a note during their performance at the Bobby G Awards

The Roar of the Bobby G’s

“Raise the roof,” “sonic boom,” and “break the sound barrier” are somewhat pale descriptions of the cacophony that emanated from the Ellie Caulkins Opera House on May 18. More than 2,000 students, families and educators attended the 9th Bobby G High School Musical Theatre Awards and the enthusiasm was thunderous. This annual awards ceremony spotlights […]