Performing Arts

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

From Denver’s preeminent drag artist to a comedian who’s bringing all-Native lineups, we see a lot of greatness coming from these folks this year.

“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.”

“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.”

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.

After a surprise run at Comedy Works earlier this year, Aziz Ansari is coming back to Denver on his new standup tour.

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

“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.”

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

The South Park boy’s campy, gory take on Alferd Packer is brought to life in a production that promises to be “offensive but not hurtful.”

They’re pushing for improved safety, pay and communication, joining a broader trend of unionization efforts in Denver.

Hamilton will be at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts from October 16 to November 24.

Producers Katie Congrove and Connor Schuck bring together local and national talent for Denver’s first-ever sketch comedy festival.

The venue will hold a show to commemorate its thirtieth anniversary as the last surviving remnant of the once-thriving Navajo Street Art District.

After being forced out of the Althea Center, the group is looking for a new space.