Book Lovers Celebrate NEA’s Big Read in Denver
The National Endowment for the Arts Big Read program kicks off in Denver at the Botanic Gardens this weekend with free copies of Natalie Diaz’s Postcolonial Love Poem.
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Whitney Bradshaw’s OUTCRY Shows Resistance Through Screams
On the exhibit’s final day, Whitney Bradshaw will host a “scream session” for people to let it all out.
Mythological Impressionist Play Cuauhtémoczin Debuts at the Holiday Theater
This is Denver artivist Diego Florez-Arroyo’s first play, and explores the prison system and Aztec culture.
Buntport Theater Revives Naughty Bits, a Play About a Missing Penis
“It’s silly, thoughtful, and you will actually learn stuff about art history.”
Sink Your Teeth Into Firehouse Theatre Company’s Dracula
“Dracula is an incredibly entertaining play that you can come and enjoy and get lost in without having to think about current events in the world.”
Cowboy, Charlie Russell, Denver Walls and More Art This Weekend
Seeing is believing.
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Identity and Race Take Center Stage in Empathy Jam’s Staging of White People
“Now, because we see these people on Fox News and around town, I think we’re all a lot more comfortable acknowledging that race is not a settled issue.”
Detour Colors Outside the Lines in Denver’s Major Mural Movement
Thomas Evans, aka Detour, has painted some of the city’s most recognizable murals, from the Nuggets to local activists, and has a new one of the Broncos in Mile High Stadium. He’s now painting his biggest mural yet at Denver Walls.
The Must-See Immersive Art in Denver Right Now
Spookadelia is coming back to Spectra, and more Halloween pop-ups have arrived.
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Cowboy at MCA Denver Explores the Biggest Symbol of the American West
“The cowboy is such a powerful icon, and icons inevitably are larger-than-life figures. But in a sense, they’re also kind of empty.”
Lost Colorado Monster Flick Curse of the Blue Lights Plays at Sie FilmCenter
The Pueblo-shot creature-feature brings a local legend to life.
Reader: Good for May Pang for Not Letting Anyone Else Tell Her Story
“I’m not trying to take away from other people. I’m just saying: ‘This is mine. Give me my dues.'”
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Get Outside: Ten Best Fall Hikes in Colorado for When the Leaves Change
Leaf-peeping season is around the corner!
Westword Members Gather to Support Local Journalism
We’ve hosted events big and small, wild and mild. But none was as satisfying.
Iliza Shlesinger Is the First Woman Comedian to Headline Ball Arena
“Usually, loving to party and being smart don’t go hand in hand, but in Denver’s case, they do.”
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Street Art Rules at Denver Walls and RedLine’s Making Our Mark
Murals and more at local galleries.
Taylor Tomlinson Brings the Have It All Tour to Denver
With a focus on the experiences of those nearing their thirties, Taylor Tomlinson’s most recent comedy hour tackles her career, love life and how she finds work-life balance.
Denver Silent Film Festival Plays Rarely Seen Films and Recognizes Musical Collaborators
Need something unique to do in Denver? The Silent Film Festival has three days of rarely-seen silent gems.
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Russell Wilson and Ciara Tackle Fashion With Purpose
Russell Wilson and Ciara bring the House of LR&C from DIA to the Color of Fashion runway on Saturday, September 23.
A Journey in Recovery Prompts an Art and Fashion Collection From MCT LoFi
Real estate financer turned artist, MCT LoFi has gone from managing mortgages to artist and street-style fashion designer. He debuts his first collection this month.
Bowls With the Bard Brings Stoned Shakespeare Experience to the Coffee Joint
Bowls With the Bard is redefining how we experience William Shakespeare’s timeless works through its stoned staging of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Coffee Joint.
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High Plains Comedy Festival Celebrating Tenth Anniversary
“The best indie comedy festival in the United States” takes over South Broadway from September 21-23.