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Toni Tresca

Toni Tresca is a Colorado-based arts reporter originally from Mineola, Texas, who writes about the evolving world of theater and culture — with a focus on the financial realities of making art, emerging forms and leadership in the arts. He is the Editor of Bucket List Community Cafe, a regular contributor to multiple local outlets and co-host of the OnStage Colorado podcast (Feedspot’s #1 Colorado Art Podcast). He also has an MBA and an MA in Theatre and Performance Studies from CU Boulder.

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Grapefruit Lab’s Queer Jane/Eyre Is Back With a Band and New Political Resonance

By Toni TrescaJanuary 10, 2025

“We realized how important it was to tell this feminist, queer story about women claiming agency in the face of oppression while remaining joyful and fun.”

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Ryan Ergo Brings Weeknight Laughs to Denver’s Comedy Scene

By Toni TrescaJanuary 8, 2025

“We need a big comedy club for comics to go, but we also need these smaller, independent shows for people to refine stuff.”

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Nora Burnett Abrams Reflects on Fifteen Years at MCA Denver

By Toni TrescaJanuary 6, 2025

“For any contemporary art museum to fulfill its purpose, it really has to be connected to that sense of relevance.”

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Happy Days Actor Ditches Hollywood for Colorado With Jazz Dreams

By Toni TrescaJanuary 2, 2025

The accomplished actor, who recently moved to Colorado, will perform with the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra, singing Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and more on January 5.

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The Yuks Stop Here: The Denverites Combines Tragedy and Humor in New Series

By Toni TrescaDecember 30, 2024

“One of the best parts was shooting on location in Denver. We’ve got the Big Blue Bear, Triangle Park and the city skyline. Since it’s made in Denver, we wanted people to see it.”

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DCPA Upgrading Ticketing System in January: Here’s What to Expect

By Toni TrescaDecember 27, 2024

“The DCPA will follow the growing national trend to deliver all tickets closer to the performance date in order to decrease the amount of time secondary brokers have to resell tickets at an inflated cost.”

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New Year, New Space: Denver Comedy Underground Bounces Back After Losing Venue

By Toni TrescaDecember 20, 2024

The local comedy club has found a new home at 675 22nd Street that will debut with a soft opening on New Year’s Eve.

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Meow Wolf Reveals the Secrets of One of Its Worlds in Winter Event Series

By Toni TrescaDecember 18, 2024

ACANA, an annual series of events, gives a glimpse into the icy world of Eemia.

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BRDG Project’s Closure Highlights Struggles of Denver Arts

By Toni TrescaDecember 18, 2024

Financial and systemic pressures forced the closure of a Northside arts nonprofit that served as a hub for local art and community.

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Go Nuts: Every Version of The Nutcracker In and Around Denver

By Toni TrescaDecember 11, 2024

See the holiday classic in many forms, from classic ballets to jazz twists and historical reimaginings that include a Nicola Tesla cameo.

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Inside HOLDTIGHT’s Haunting Immersive Exploration, alone: un/tethered

By Toni TrescaDecember 4, 2024

“It’s funny – in a piece called alone, you won’t feel alone. The show gently guides you to a place where you can explore connection on your own terms.”

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New Short Film Provides a Snapshot of Denver’s Creative Pulse

By Toni TrescaDecember 4, 2024

Local filmmaker Anthony Grimes’s new work is about doubt and disruptions in the creative industry.

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Where to Shop Local for Small Business Saturday 2024

By Toni TrescaNovember 29, 2024

Instead of turning to big-box stores for your holiday shopping, discover local treasures and special deals at neighborhood shops.

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Jo Bunton Keel Seeks to “Reincarnate the Integrity of Black Nativity” at Vintage Theatre

By Toni TrescaNovember 26, 2024

Experience Langston Hughes’s timeless gospel masterpiece reimagined with passion and purpose in Aurora.

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The DCPA’s A Christmas Carol Celebrates Thirty Years of Haunting the Holidays

By Toni TrescaNovember 20, 2024

“As the world gets crazier and crazier, it certainly feels like there is more need for this story.”

New Denver Production of Little Women Comes at a Relevant Time

By Toni TrescaNovember 19, 2024

Kate Hamill’s adaptation adds new urgency to the March sisters’ story, delving into themes of gender, identity and resilience against the backdrop of a divided America.

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Kevin Smith Isn’t Afraid to Admit to “Desperation”

By Toni TrescaNovember 18, 2024

The legendary cult filmmaker discusses his legacy, mental health and enduring quest for relevance ahead of his performances at Comedy Works.

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Screening Hope: Wild & Scenic Film Festival “Marries Activism With Art”

By Toni TrescaNovember 15, 2024

The national film festival is returning to Denver on Tuesday, November 19, to encourage climate activism through direct action.

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Kathy Griffin Discusses Being “Blacklisted” and the 2024 Election Ahead of Paramount Show

Kathy Griffin Discusses Being “Blacklisted” and the 2024 Election Ahead of Paramount Show

By Toni TrescaNovember 5, 2024

“Maybe that’s my problem – I keep laughing at shit that’s actually scary, but I find that shit funny.”

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Wheat Ridge Theatre Company Closes, Citing Financial Struggles Amid Denver’s Theater Crisis

By Toni TrescaNovember 4, 2024

After moving into a permanent space in 2022, the community theater company announced that it would be leaving its home in Wheat Ridge’s Chase Plaza at the end of the year.

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Dude, IDK Studios Is North Denver’s Go-to DIY Comedy and Media Space

By Toni TrescaOctober 30, 2024

Nick Holmby took a risk when he left his manager job at Comedy Works to start his own studio, but it’s paid off.

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Ben Affleck, Matt Damon’s Bromance Inspired This New Denver Theater Company’s Debut

By Toni TrescaOctober 24, 2024

Unleashed Theatre Co. presents a hilarious two-woman show about Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s rise to fame.

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