Art News

Spectra's New Immersive Is a Plant-Filled, Psychedelic Dream World

Spectra's New Immersive Is a Plant-Filled, Psychedelic Dream World

Sie FilmCenter Treats Denver to the Barbenheimer Experience

Sie FilmCenter Treats Denver to the Barbenheimer Experience

Adviser for Denver Art Museum's Desert Rider Asks to Be Removed From Show

By John Flathman
Jul 19, 2023

Jolt wrote on Instagram that he "wouldn't let myself or our culture be tokenized by the institution to sell entry tickets" to the show, which focuses on Chicano culture and showcases local artists.
Rise Comedy Festival Showcases Denver Talent for Two Weekends

By Aubrey Cox
Jul 19, 2023

“Last year, Ryan Moran, who's the head of development for comedy at Comedy Central, even gave out his email to let people contact him and send him their stuff.”
Denver Creative Team Hatches Eigg the Musical at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe

By Toni Tresca
Jul 18, 2023

The musical illustrates a true story you have to see to believe.
Darcie Shively Consults Magic 8 Balls and Tarot for Her Woven Art

By Toni Tresca
Jul 17, 2023

Shively's grandmother from Transylvania instilled in her a connection to the occult, which has found its way into the artist's work.
New Comic Book Store Opens Off West Colfax

By Teague Bohlen
Jul 14, 2023

Danny the Comic Shop opens right near Casa Bonita with a celebratory block party on Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m.
Art Attack: Psychedelia, DIY With Ana Maria Hernando, and CPAC in the Building

By Susan Froyd
Jul 13, 2023

Are you ready to paint the town?
Joe Bob Briggs Brings His Movie Expertise to Denver This Weekend

By John Flathman
Jul 13, 2023

Legendary horror host and film critic Joe Bob Briggs, of "MonsterVision" and "Joe Bob's Drive-In Theater," is appearing at the Archive Videostore in Aurora this weekend.
Desert Rider Celebrates Lowrider Culture and History at Denver Art Museum

By John Flathman
Jul 11, 2023

The Denver Art Museum spotlights local artists and more for a special lowrider exhibition.
Immersive Play Zotto Returns for Encore Performances

By Gil Asakawa
Jul 6, 2023

The experiential play uncovers the Japanese American experience while following three generations of women after World War II.
Art Attack: Musical Fireflies, Lowriders at the DAM and No Vacancy's Death March

By Susan Froyd
Jul 6, 2023

July's First Friday looks hot!
Chicano Humanities and Arts Council Returning to Santa Fe Drive

By Bennito L. Kelty
Jul 6, 2023

The nonprofit was given a gallery building on Santa Fe Drive.
New Mural Shows Love to Denver's Sister City of Axum, Ethiopia

By John Flathman
Jul 5, 2023

Vincent Owens of Park Hill Financial District and his uncle, local artist Jack Price II, installed a new mural commemorating Denver's sister city.
The IRS Collection: How Tim Collins Built a Comic Resale Site With a Bounty Seized by the State

By Teague Bohlen
Jul 5, 2023

Colorado's own comic-book pedigree was born from one of its biggest stories of state embezzlement.
Comedian Jon Savitt's Free Workshop Is a Dream Come True for New Writers

By John Flathman
Jul 4, 2023

"This is my chance to give back in a very small way — in a way I would have found very helpful when I was starting out."
Cartoon of Casa Bonita Draws Trademark Complaint From Owners

By Patricia Calhoun
Jul 3, 2023

Etsy sent a notice of trademark violation to Karl Christian Krumpholz for an illustration that had been on the cover of Westword in May.
Meet Reluctant Comedian Niles Abston

By Cleo Mirza
Jul 3, 2023

Ahead of his five standup shows in Denver, comedian and screenwriter Niles Abston talks the difference between being funny and a comedian, and the ongoing WGA strike.
Month of Video Debuts in Denver, Showcasing Motion-Based Work Throughout July

By Susan Froyd
Jul 1, 2023

"This is a chance to see time-based works on a larger scale, celebrate community and make more opportunities so these artists can stay here.”
Modern Nomad Is Moving From RiNo

By Emily Ferguson
Jun 29, 2023

A new location will come in the fall.
The Best Things to Do At and Around FAN EXPO Denver 2023

By Teague Bohlen
Jun 29, 2023

This year's FAN EXPO is its biggest yet, so make the most of it!
Last Chance to Win a Captain America Shield Signed by Stan Lee From Nonprofit Cap for Kids

By Teague Bohlen
Jun 29, 2023

Help support kids battling cancer, and you might win a Captain America replica shield signed by Stan Lee.