Playwright’s Note Reprinted by permission of Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Telenovelas, whether watched or not, are a daily part of popular culture and seep into the lives of most Latin Americans. So when my family emigrated from Mexico to the United States, telenovelas seemed destined to become a thing of my past. Until I realized, Americans […]
Tips, tricks, and ways to score deals and bargains on live shows While catching a Broadway show or award-winning play may be an invaluable experience, seeing great theatre can be more accessible than you might think. Whether you’re hoping to attend more often or make the most of your entertainment budget, there are plenty of […]
Bianca Marroquín, Zeus Mendoza, Elijah Reyes, and more join the company of Karen Zacarías beloved comedy The Denver Center Theatre Company is pleased to announce the full cast and creative team for Destiny of Desire: A Telenovela Play with Music by Karen Zacarías (Just Like Us, Native Gardens), the first production of the Theatre Company’s […]
Karen Zacarías’ fast-paced comedy blends outrageous melodrama with surprising heart. Bring your appetite for drama If you’ve never watched a telenovela, think soap opera turned up to 11. Secret identities. Switched babies. Love triangles. Family feuds. Sudden reversals. Shocking revelations. Playwright Karen Zacarías doesn’t just tell a telenovela story. She celebrates every convention of the genre while inviting audiences to laugh along with […]
Delivering guilty pleasures smartly If as many as two billion people watch telenovelas, or a regional version of the episodic melodramas, as some reports suggest, then it can’t come as a surprise that so many of us have a story about, well, our “stories.” “My stories” — that’s how the beauticians on the Kearney Street […]
In His Own Words: Artistic Director Chris Coleman The Denver Center Theatre Company is thrilled to bring you another season of shows where stories sweep you away. You’re going to go to a deserted island in the Mediterranean, to the streets of Dublin, to a tiny village in Mexico. It is a really exciting, […]
A Guide to Finding Your Perfect View One of the most common questions the DCPA Box Office receives is also one of the hardest to answer: “What’s the best seat?” The truth is, there isn’t just one answer. The best seat depends on the performance, the venue, your budget, and the kind of experience you’re looking for. A front-row seat at a Broadway musical […]
by Sally Gass The Tempest was first performed in 1611 at Whitehall Castle for King James and his court. Two years later, it was presented as elaborate entertainment at the marriage of Elizabeth, James’ daughter, to Frederick, the Elector of Palatine. No specific plot sources can be found for the play, but there are general […]
If Harry Potter and the Cursed Child or The Tempest make you want to try your hand at sorcery, discover the many magical offerings throughout Colorado. From magic shows to classes and stores, we’ll have you saying “abracadabra” or “expelliarmus” like a pro. OFFICIAL TICKETS: Visit the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child or The […]
When people talk about six degrees of separation, that’s actually, well, a lot of separation. But if you talk about one degree — from Denver to New York — it’s just a four-hour plane ride away! That’s a little like this year’s nominees for the 2026 Tony Awards. While the full lineup of nominations is […]