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Andrea Gibson Is Colorado’s New Poet Laureate

By Teague BohlenSeptember 6, 2023

Governor Polis says the nonbinary activist’s “voice holds a fierce conviction in inspiring others to pursue art and take action toward solving social issues and they personify our Colorado for All spirit.”

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William Havu Reflects on Fifty-Year Arts Career Ahead of Gallery Show

By Emily FergusonSeptember 5, 2023

He went from rocking out with Jimi Hendrix to gallerist, and the path was anything but linear.

First Friday: Chicano Art, Barcelona Modern and the 5 Pillars of Hip Hop

By Susan FroydAugust 31, 2023

The first weekend in September will be a real arty party.

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Museum of Illusions Opening Permanent Location on 16th Street Mall in September

By Aubrey CoxAugust 30, 2023

The museum will have “mind-bending exhibits” with dizzying optical phenomena and odd, illusory novelties – all based in science.

Giant Robot Therapy: Colorado Sci-Fi Authors Kickstart Travailiant Rising

By Teague BohlenAugust 29, 2023

The comic book series is about healing from PTSD and giant mech robots destroying a city.

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Meet Kerrie Joy, the Inaugural Poet Laureate of Adams County

By Aubrey CoxAugust 25, 2023

The idea for an Adams County poet laureate began with the question: “What kinds of opportunities can we provide for people right here in their backyard?”

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The Adults Was Produced by Littleton’s Own Allison Rose Carter

By Toni TrescaAugust 25, 2023

The producer discusses her passion for filmmaking, which she discovered at Columbine High School. She has since made dozens of movies, including Everything Everywhere All at Once.

Fifth Annual COLORCON Painting the Town…and Westword Parking Lot

By Emily FergusonAugust 24, 2023

The murals all portray iconic people of color from Colorado, with a free community celebration with live music, food and drinks.

The Best Art Openings, Shows, Sales and Events This Weekend

By Susan FroydAugust 23, 2023

Here’s how to paint the town this weekend.

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Colfax Canvas Mural Festival to Add Four Murals to East Colfax Neighborhood

By Aubrey CoxAugust 23, 2023

“The murals weren’t just about defining the neighborhood – they were about giving a sense of pride to the neighborhood,”

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RiNo Art District Welcomes Denver Walls, an International Mural Fest, in September

By Emily FergusonAugust 21, 2023

Spearheaded by muralist A.L. Grime, Denver Walls will welcome artists from around the world.

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Summer Scream Takes Over Lakeside Amusement Park

By John FlathmanAugust 18, 2023

All you can drink, all you can ride, a life-size Furby, Tamagotchi photo booth, and more are included at DenverFilm’s annual fundraiser.

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It’s Showtime: Charles Parson, Colorado Women to Watch and Los Fantasmas Art Collective

By Susan FroydAugust 17, 2023

Charles Parson, Colorado Women to Watch and Los Fantasmas Art Collective

Denver Now, Denver Then: Katy Kidd’s Art Is Gen X Through and Through

By Teague BohlenAugust 16, 2023

Artist Katy Kidd went from East High to the Rainbow Family and then back to Denver, where she reflects on time through art.

Unsilent: CU Boulder Acquires the Legacy of Theologian Matthew Fox

By Teague BohlenAugust 16, 2023

Reverend Matthew Fox used raves as masses and officiated Jerry Garcia’s wedding and funeral.

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Alanis Morissette Musical <i>Jagged Little Pill </i> Comes to DCPA

Alanis Morissette Musical Jagged Little Pill Comes to DCPA

By Toni TrescaAugust 15, 2023

“It’s a story for everyone, and everyone can take something away from it.”

Everything Is Terrible! Brings Latest Fever-Dream Film to Meow Wolf

By Justin CriadoAugust 15, 2023

The artist collective’s new film is about the “central wisdom of kids seeing through the BS of the world.”

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Avenue Q Brings Musical Puppet Mayhem to Miners Alley Playhouse

By Toni TrescaAugust 14, 2023

This satirical parody of Sesame Street won the Tony Award for Best Musical in 2004 – over Wicked! – for its clever depiction of adult-oriented topics, such as racism, pornography and coming out, using puppets.

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Burning Man Preview at ReelWorks, Breckenridge International Festival of Arts and More

By Susan FroydAugust 9, 2023

Art cars at ReelWorks, Lauri Lynnxe Murphy at BMoCA, and the debut of BRDG Project’s new space.

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The Art Sol Feeds Creativity With New Gallery and Podcast, Dinner With Artists

By Aubrey CoxAugust 9, 2023

The Jeff Puckett Images Studio Gallery will have its grand opening this week alongside podcasters/curators the Art Sol.

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Lumonics Immersed Takes Its Light Sculpture Experience to Boulder

By Toni TrescaAugust 8, 2023

On August 11 and 12, the Lumonics team will take over the Dairy Arts Center’s Carsen Theater to host three performances of its dazzling, immersive light show, Lumonics Immersed.

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Cherry Creek Theatre Calls for Community Support Amid Financial Woes

By Toni TrescaAugust 8, 2023

“Now more than ever, it’s really important to take your friends and family to support the arts.”

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