These days, Iran appears in the news mostly through the language of crisis: war, repression, destruction, and fear. We see distant images of cities, explosions, and uncertainty. We hear about lives interrupted or lost, about people struggling under forces far larger than themselves. But what we rarely see are the intimate human spaces inside those […]
Denver’s Unmistakable Leading Lady On countless opening nights across decades of Denver’s theatrical history, there was always a flutter of excitement just before the curtain rose. A collective breath. A whisper rippling from seat to seat: “She’s here.” And then, like a scene choreographed by the universe itself, Judi Wolf would glide into view […]
It’s not trickery, it’s getting to know your family and friends better. Everyone has faced a stark silence at the dinner table, and the one-word answers from your kids when you ask what they did that day. “Nothing,” appears to be a favorite one, and possibly the most infuriating. But don’t blame the young […]
If you’ve forgotten your Greek mythology (and who can blame you…it only dates back 2,500+ years), rest assured our primer will have you ready for the Denver engagement of Hadestown. OFFICIAL TICKETS: Visit the Hadestown show detail page for verified tickets, seat maps, and pricing. Orpheus was a legendary musician who could charm all living […]
For the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, community connection is central to its mission. That commitment is vividly realized through Shakespeare in the Parking Lot, a program designed to bring free, high‑quality theatre directly into neighborhoods across the metro area. Performed outdoors in everyday public spaces, these lively productions make Shakespeare accessible, informal, and […]
Chase the Spark Denver Center for the Performing Arts Broadway and Cabaret announces the 2026/27 subscription season and added attractions inviting audiences to chase the spark. The subscription season kicks off with the lavish, romantic, and timeless Broadway classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, followed by the laugh‑out‑loud phenomenon THE BOOK OF MORMON, back by popular demand. Next up, BOOP!® The […]
In Sanaz Toossi’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, a group of students outside of Tehran are learning English as a second language — foibles, inconsistencies, antiquated expressions and all. For local audiences who may want to take Enlish or Farsi as a second language or need help prepping for the TOEFL (Test of English as a […]
Learning to speak, and listen, in English English Only. It’s a simple rule, but sometimes the simplest rules are the hardest ones to follow. For the students enrolled in Marjan’s advanced English course, the temptation to switch to their native tongue, Farsi, is often too great to resist. But in this particular classroom in Karaj, Iran, the magic of theatre means that English is indeed the only language the […]
Strong mentorship can change the trajectory of a young person’s life. Across metro Denver, numerous organizations are working every day to provide supportive relationships, leadership opportunities, and safe spaces for youth to grow. Whether offering arts enrichment, career exploration, character development, or one‑on‑one mentoring, these programs help young people discover who they are and who […]
Reprinted by permission of MJ The Musical MJ The Musical invites Denver audiences into the world of one of the greatest entertainers in history, Michael Jackson. The show is a journey through the life, career, and legacy of a man who forever transformed the landscape of music and dance. Written by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner […]