DENVER’S HOME FOR LIVE THEATRE
2024/25 SEASON
Lorna Courtney and the cast of & Juliet
Photo Credit Matthew Murphy
SETTING THE STAGE
PROGRAMMING LINES. DENVER CENTER.
The non-profit Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is the Rocky Mountain region’s premier performing arts organization — and we’re on a mission to engage and inspire one million people per year through the transformative power of live theatre.
Opening its doors on New Years Eve 1979 in downtown Denver’s Arts Complex, the DCPA consists of six programming lines that place our guests at the center of everything we do. We bring Broadway’s hottest touring shows and classic Cabaret to the Mile High City, while our Tony Award-winning Theatre Company produces handcrafted classics, world premieres, and modern hits with help from local artisans. We are an incubator for new play development, honing works that have been produced in regional theatres, on Broadway, and on the big screen. Off-Center is an industry leader in immersive theatrical experiences, constantly pushing the limits of our artform. And our theatrically trained Event Services staff collaborates with clients to host unforgettable events in dramatic spaces.
At the DCPA, we go way beyond the stage, nurturing a lifelong love for theatre in students of all ages through Education and Community Engagement and tailor-made Theatre for Young Audiences productions. And together, we’re engaging with people from every corner of our community to build a more inclusive home for all artistic voices.
Join us for a show, class, or community event — we can’t wait to entertain you!
The cast of Emma • Photo by Jamie Kraus Photography
Photo by Amanda Tipton
BROADWAY’S BIGGEST SHOWS
BROADWAY’S
No need to go to New York for the best that Broadway has to offer. We bring the shows to you!
Known for having the best patrons in the business, the DCPA is regularly chosen to launch national tours such as THE BOOK OF MORMON, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, and Pippin. Plus, our audiences occasionally have the first chance to see shows like Disney’s Frozen and The Little Mermaid before they make it big on Broadway. World-renowned blockbusters including Hamilton, Wicked and Disney’s The Lion King keep rolling into Denver thanks to devoted patrons like you!
Feel the energy of a Broadway show in our fabulous Buell Theatre or Ellie Caulkins Opera House. It’s an experience you’ll never forget.
2024 / 25 BROADWAY
For the 2024/25 season, we’re bringing you eight electrifying productions, ranging from jazz-age musicals to whimsical adaptations of your favorite films. Individual shows and subscription packages are ON SALE NOW!
Sep 22 – Oct 5
Buell Theatre
NATIONAL TOUR LAUNCH!
THE MOST TONY AWARD-WINNING SHOW OF THE SEASON
A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL. It features Tony Award-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone.
Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush…and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.
Apr 8 – 26
Buell Theatre
The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.
THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years.
This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway — from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.
With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (“The Amber Ruffin Show,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers”), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!
Dec 10 – 22
Buell Theatre
WELCOME TO MUSICAL COMEDY HEAVEN!
Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang!
The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with celebrated classic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened — she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway.
Jun 4 – 15
Buell Theatre
Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love — her way.
Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life,” “That’s The Way It Is,” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” — all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.
BROADWAY SEASON
Jan 22 – Feb 9
Buell Theatre
Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Denver in 2025.
Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”
When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself... back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.
Jul 8 – 20
Buell Theatre
Winner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, Some Like it Hot is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-AndDance Spectacular!”
– The New York Times
Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, Some Like it Hot is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.
And what a trip it is! With its irresistible combination of heart and laughs, song and dance, Some Like it Hot won more theater awards than any shows in its season and was named Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle. No wonder Deadline calls it “a tap-dancing, razzle-dazzling embrace of everything you love about musical theater.”
Mar 18 – 30
Buell Theatre
A THEATRICAL EVENT UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE!
Winner of three Tony Awards® and the Olivier Award for Best Play, the Broadway and West End sensation LIFE OF PI is “an exhilarating evening of theater” (The Wall Street Journal).
Based on Yann Martel’s best-selling novel that sold more than 15 million copies and became a worldwide phenomenon, LIFE OF PI is an epic story of perseverance and hope that speaks to every generation and “gives new life to Broadway” (The Today Show).
Told with jaw-dropping visuals, world class puppetry and exquisite stagecraft, Lolita Chakrabarti’s stage adaptation of LIFE OF PI creates a breathtaking journey that will leave you filled with awe and joy.
Nov 2 – May 4
Garner Galleria Theatre
In this two-person musical spoof, a pair of aspiring playwrights perform a backers’ audition for their new, ill-advised project — a big, splashy musical about printing press inventor Johann Gutenberg. With an unending supply of enthusiasm, Bud and Doug sing all the songs and play all the parts in their crass historical epic, with the hope that one of the producers in attendance will give them that elusive Broadway contract.
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JOIN US AS A SUBSCRIBER!
There are so many ways to revel in the glitz and glamour of Broadway — all season long! Catch all eight of our season shows with a Full Season subscription, or mix-and-match your tickets with a 10- or 20-pack of Designer Series vouchers. If you’re interested in a curated combination of Broadway and locally produced Theatre Company shows, consider an All Stages subscription. All Broadway subscriptions come with the following DCPA perks:
• Instant savings on shows and events
• Flexible & free ticket exchanges
• Early access to almost all DCPA shows, including added attractions
• Additional savings for family & friends
• Payment plans to fit your budget
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• Easy auto-renew options to conveniently keep your seats
• Restaurant offers and perks
• Savings on DCPA Education classes
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UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE
THE BEST OF BROADWAY SOCIETY
The Best of Broadway Society is the premium membership option for patrons who like to make every trip to the theatre a big night out. As a member of the Best of Broadway Society, you’ll enjoy curated cocktails and dinners, just steps away from every show, at Kevin Taylor’s at the Opera House. You’ll get the best seats in the house, located in our Golden Circle. You’ll mix and mingle with like-minded patrons of the arts in the elegant Wolf Room during intermissions — refreshments included. If you decide to join us on opening nights, you’ll be invited to a hotspot in downtown Denver for an exclusive afterparty with the cast and crew. And the perks don’t end there!
TO JOIN, PLEASE CONTACT: Marc Ravenhill | 303.572.4594 | mravenhill@dcpa.org
Mean Girls National TourKristen Seggio (Mrs. George) and Natalie Shaw (Cady Heron)
Photo by Jenny Anderson, 2023
Sam Nackman and Sam McLellan in THE BOOK OF MORMON North American tour
Photo byJulieta Cervantes
LIVE THEATRE, UP CLOSE
Handcrafted in the heart of Denver
When was the last time you felt a sense of child-like wonder? Laughed uncontrollably? Seeing a Denver Center Theatre Company show, in any of our three intimate venues, is your chance to do just that. To give yourself goosebumps. To feel something deep in your soul. To share something real with everyone in the room.
Since 1979, our Tony Award-winning Theatre Company has been creating world premiere plays, well-loved classics, musicals, and more in the Wolf, Kilstrom, and Singleton theatres, placing you no further than 13 rows from the stage. This up-closeand-personal experience allows you to explore the artistry, see the attention our local artisans put into every detail, and feel the reaction of the crowd all around you.
Experience theatre as it was meant to be seen — up close and personal. We’re saving a seat just for you.
Xochitl Romero in Cebollas
Photo by Jamie Kraus Photography
THEATRE,
The company of The Who’s Tommy. Photo by AdamsVisCom.
2024 / 25 THEATRE COMPANY SEASON
The 2024/25 Theatre Company season is an enticing selection of familiar favorites, contemporary hits, and soon-to-be classics. It’s bold and boisterous and vibrant across the board. Individual shows and subscription packages are ON SALE NOW!
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Sep 13 – Oct 6
HAMLET
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Chris Coleman
SPOTLIGHT SPONSORS:
Diana & Mike Kinsey in Honor of Isabelle Clark
One of the greatest plays of all time, Hamlet is a psychological revenge thriller, political epic, and family saga that’s both grand and deeply human.
Sep 27 – Nov 3
I AM NOT YOUR PERFECT
MEXICAN DAUGHTER
Based on the Novel by Erika L. Sánchez
Adapted by Isaac Gómez
Directed by Laura Alcalá Baker
SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR: Chevron
A love story to young Latinas who, in trying to find the truth about the people and world around them, end up finding themselves.
Oct 4 – Nov 17
Denver Center Theatre Company presents the Olney Theatre Center production of AVAAZ
Written and Performed by Michael Shayan
Directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel
Meet Roya, our fabulous hostess, as she welcomes you into her home to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. She’s preparing a feast, but the main attraction is Roya sharing her great American journey.
Sebastián
Arroyo and Katherine George in Clyde’s
Photo by Jamie Kraus Photography
Jan 17 – Mar 9
WORLD PREMIERE
In Partnership with Alliance Theatre and Geffen Playhouse
THE RESERVOIR
By Jake Brasch
Directed by Shelley Butler
SPOTLIGHT SPONSORS: Martin & Jo Semple
Susan Fox Pinkowitz & Ted Pinkowitz
Josh’s life is a mess. Struggling with memory loss, shame, and regret, he finds unlikely allies in his four loveable grandparents. A world-premiere comedy by Denver’s own Jake Brasch.
Apr 25 – May 25
THE HOT WING KING
By Katori Hall
Directed by Timothy
Douglas
SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR:
Mike Gosline & Don Werner
Chevron
Feb 7 – Mar 9
WORLD PREMIERE THE SUFFRAGETTE’S MURDER
By Sandy Rustin
Directed by Margot
Bordelon
PREMIERE SPONSORS:
Robert & Judi Newman
June Travis
SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR: Philip & Marcie Munishor
Chevron
On July 5, 1857, an eclectic group of tenants bustle about their Manhattan boarding house. When a strange constable appears, they discover that one of their fellow tenants has been murdered.
Apr 11 – May 25
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman
Music by Alan Menken
Based on the Film by Roger Corman, Screenplay by Charles Griffith
Directed by Chris Coleman
PREMIERE SPONSORS: Ruth Krebs & Peter Mannetti
The Thomas S. & Mary K. Bagley Foundation
Feast on a beloved sci-fi musical that has rocked the globe for generations — before it decides to feast on you!
Winner of the 2021 Pulitzer Prize, The Hot Wing King is a boisterous, in-your-face dramedy that is guaranteed to leave you salivating for a second helping.
Sasha Roiz, Tasso Feldman and Matthew Boston in The Lehman Trilogy •
Photo by Jamie Kraus Photography
JOIN US AS A SUBSCRIBER!
If you love the thrill of seeing a play up close, consider a Theatre Company subscription. Join us with a Full Season subscription to experience every show in our regular season lineup, or, customize your own perfect season of three or more shows with a Choose Your Own subscription. For maximum flexibility, check out our Power Pass subscriptions, which provide you with 6-, 8-, or 10-packs of vouchers that you can use in any combination throughout the season. If you’re interested in a curated combination of Broadway and Theatre Company shows, an All Stages subscription is perfect for you. All Theatre Company subscriptions come with the following DCPA perks:
• Instant savings on shows and events
• Flexible & free ticket exchanges
• Early access to almost every DCPA show, including hit Broadway tours and other added attractions
• Additional savings for family & friends
• Payment plans to fit your budget
• Easy auto-renew options to conveniently keep your seats
• Restaurant offers and perks
• Savings on DCPA Education classes
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DIRECTORS SOCIETY
Our premium Directors Society is the DCPA’s way of giving dedicated theatre enthusiasts unprecedented access to the artistic process. Each Theatre Company show features a Directors Society event on opening night featuring a fabulous catered dinner in the Seawell Ballroom, a pre-show discussion with members of the show’s creative team, premium seating for your performance, and an invitation to the opening night afterparty with the cast and crew — just minutes after they take their final bow!
TO JOIN, PLEASE CONTACT: Marc Ravenhill | 303.572.4594 | mravenhill@dcpa.org
The cast of The Color Purple • Photo by Jamie Kraus Photography
2024 / 25 CABARET SEASON
For the 2024/25 DCPA Cabaret season, we’ll bring an iconic American humorist to life onstage with Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End. Then, we’ll give you a two-person musical spoof that has dazzled audiences from New York to London — Gutenberg! The Musical! Round up your theatre buddies and get your tickets today.
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Erma Bombeck: Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End
Sep 4 – 22
Nov 2 – May 4
Entertaining the Mile High City with classic Cabaret-style shows since 1992.
From laugh-out-loud comedies to intimate musical tributes, the Garner Galleria Theatre has it all — including a popular pre-show bar and light bites. Let us entertain you with laid-back renditions of Broadway classics. Join us as troupes of the industry’s finest improv actors create brilliantly absurd plays from scratch, right before your eyes. Indulge in a cocktail of your choice and let us transport you back in time through the power of song. Visit us for a DCPA Cabaret show and let the good times roll!
The Improvised Shakespeare Company • Photo by Josh Perez
THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES
The transformative power of live theatre is an undeniable force that can shape lives, broaden horizons, and ignite passions. Since 2017, the DCPA has introduced children ages PreK through third grade to the magic of live theatre through its popular Theatre for Young Audiences program.
Oct 18 – Dec 22
Randy Weeks Conservatory Theatre
Book and Lyrics by Mo Willems
Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma
Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems
Directed by Allison Watrous
This play was commissioned by and first produced at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Get ready for a fun-filled musical experience, leaping from the pages of Mo Willems’ award-winning, best-selling children’s books, that will leave audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! In Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”, Gerald and Piggie take to the stage in a rollicking adventure that’s jam-packed with new toys, ice cream, trumpets, parties, and wild-and-wacky costumes!
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For ages Pre-K to 3rd Grade
Matt Zambrano and Brittany Mendoza-Peña in Little Red •
Photo by Amanda Tipton Photography
PIONEERS IN IMMERSIVE THEATRE
You are the main character.
DCPA Off-Center is at the cutting edge of theatre, placing audience members at the center of every story. What began in 2010 as a small theatrical test kitchen has grown into a signature line of programming at the DCPA, credited with bringing immersive theatre to Colorado and helping establish Denver as a national hub for immersive art. Among OffCenter’s large-scale productions that have garnered local and national praise are: Theater of the Mind created in collaboration with David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar, Sweet & Lucky created with NYC-based Third Rail Projects, and the award-winning holiday extravaganza, Camp Christmas, co-produced by the DCPA and local magic-maker Lonnie Hanzon.
Jenna Moll Reyes in Theater of the Mind •
Photo by Matthew DeFeo
JOIN US AT OFF-CENTER AT BROADWAY PARK ®
Located in Denver’s Design District, DCPA Off-Center at Broadway Park® is our latest home for Off-Center productions. Conveniently located near the Light Rail and I-25 at Broadway & Alameda, this sweeping space offers the perfect canvas for our boldest productions to take shape. We’ll see you there.
Begins Oct 22
Direct from one of London’s most popular attractions comes the highly anticipated international tour debut of MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition. Corral your team and solve challenges on a giant MONOPOLY board for a chance to buy property, charge rent and break out of jail!
Recommended for ages 8+
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IT’S FUN TO SUPPORT THE DCPA
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of our audiences, students, donors, and community. We host Broadway blockbusters and experiment with new forms of live theatre. We bring the brilliance of Shakespeare to the masses and inspire the next generation of artists and actors. We are Denver’s home for the plays, musicals, and experiences you love — and everything we do begins with the support of people like you.
Photo by Amanda Tipton
PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP
Our premium membership groups hand-craft unforgettable events to up-level your date nights, client engagements, staff & executive perks, or your “treat yourself” calendar for the year. Whether you choose Best of Broadway Society dinners and shows, our Corporate Membership networking events before the hottest productions of the season, or Directors Society “behind-the-scenes” Opening Night dinners paired with Theatre Company productions, you’ll be part of the cultural “in” crowd of Denver while also supporting the mission of DCPA.
SPONSOR A SHOW
In its 45 seasons, the DCPA Theatre Company has produced over 400 plays and musicals, of which 145 have been entirely new works for the American theatre. From Colorado-grown musicals like Rattlesnake Kate to the works of Oscar-winning screenwriters like Tarell Alvin McCraney, the DCPA brings together communities through the powerful nature of storytelling. The Denver Center Theatre Company is proud to be locally created and nationally admired.
With ticket revenue only covering a portion of production costs, benefactors like you help produce impactful theatre experiences for all. Through the transformative the power of theatre, your investment will expand the reach of performing arts and amplify the impact of shared experience.
MONTHLY GIVING
Be a GEM and Give Every Month by joining our Sustainer Society! Your consistent contributions will lay the foundation for even more ambitious shows and experiences in the future. Customize your monthly donation amount at any time and support the DCPA on your terms.
PLANNED GIVING
Safeguard the Denver Center’s future by joining our Encore Society, a group of treasured donors who have made longterm commitments to the theatre in their estate plans.
WOMEN’S VOICES FUND
Support the Denver Center as we strive to give women an equal voice in the theatre. Our Women’s Voices Fund, the first of its kind nationwide, helps us commission, workshop, and ultimately produce plays written and directed by women.
CORPORATE GIVING
Leverage your organization’s financial resources to support one of the region’s most important cultural hubs. Ask your HR department about donation matching programs the next time you contribute to the DCPA. We also offer corporations and foundations the opportunity to sponsor individual shows, full Theatre Company and Broadway seasons, DCPA Education initiatives, Off-Center experiences, and more. Sponsorships are the perfect way to increase visibility and generate goodwill for your brand among the 700,000+ guests we engage in a typical year!
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
Contribute some or all of your state income tax to the DCPA through ReFUND Colorado
DOUG LANGWORTHY FUND
Our late Director of New Play Development, Doug Langworthy, was our “hand on the pulse of the American playwriting scene.” Continue his legacy and commission an up-and-coming playwright with a contribution to his namesake charitable fund.
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Join us for one or both of our signature fundraising events and support theatre in style! Our Hattitude luncheon, held in May to benefit the DCPA’s Women’s Voices Fund, combines the sophistication of a garden party with the exuberant atmosphere of brunch with friends. Saturday Night Alive, held in March, is Denver’s most extravagant gala of the year, featuring world-class entertainment, fine dining, dancing, and a silent auction stocked with priceless items and experiences.
2025 SAVE THE DATE
Hattitude Luncheon: Thursday, May 1
Saturday Night Alive: Saturday, June 14
HOST YOUR EVENT IN THE HEART OF DENVER
EVENT TYPES
Weddings
Corporate Events
Galas & Fundraisers
Breakfasts & Luncheons
Fashion Shows
Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
Quinceañeras
Board Meetings
Graduations
High School & College Reunions
Conventions & Trade Shows
Holiday Parties
SEAWELL BALLROOM
Capacity: 900 10,000 square feet
DIRECTORS ROOM
Capacity: 120 2,800 square feet
Located in downtown Denver, adjacent to the Colorado Convention Center and just steps away from the area’s best hotels, the DCPA is home to some of the city’s finest event rental spaces. And our DCPA Event Services team uses their technical expertise to create showstopping celebrations daily. Simply put, production is our forte.
Our Event Services team and eight preferred catering partners are here to help you with every step of the planning process to create an event for the record books. Your mission and theme will take center stage, supported by our concert-quality AV system paired with dramatic lighting design and décor.
As a client, you’ll have support from a dedicated Event Manager, Technical Director and Technical Manager, all working in sync to provide you with a stress-free experience. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of our rental spaces, as we discuss how we can partner with you on the creative process and help you hit every queue for a flawless event day. Let’s work together to produce your dream event!
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EDUCATION & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
ON-SITE CLASSES FOR ALL AGES
Across from our marquee performance spaces, you’ll find the Robert and Judi Newman Center for Theatre Education. In this historic building, DCPA Education offers theatre classes for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a newcomer to theatre or an experienced actor, we can help you take the next step in your journey with support from our professional faculty. The DCPA offers one-on-one coaching for actors, voiceover artists, and professionals looking to master their craft or strengthen their public speaking skills. Classes cover a wide range of disciplines, including Acting, Scene Study, Improv, Playwriting, Voice Over, Movement, and more. With sessions starting year-round and flexible class times, it’s never been easier to pursue your passion for theatre. Find a Class
BOBBY G AWARDS
Every year, we host the Bobby G Awards, a high school musical theatre competition and award program that recognizes the outstanding achievements of high school drama programs statewide and the incredible artistry of Colorado’s young performers.
IN-SCHOOL WORKSHOPS
As a leader in arts-based lessons and arts integration, we use theatre to promote critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication in students across Colorado through a variety of programs. Discover our pre-existing offerings or meet with us to discuss how our dedicated team of imaginative teaching artists can craft the perfect lesson for your class.
BOOK STARS
Book Stars encourages PreK & Kindergarten students to use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to explore classic and soon-to-be classic children’s picture books within a thirtyminute visit. Students are introduced to a book and then immersed in its themes and situations.
DPS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
The DCPA is a proud partner of the Denver Public Schools Shakespeare Festival. This day-long festival is held in downtown Denver and provides the opportunity for students to perform scenes and sonnets from the Bard’s repertoire, as well as demonstrate dances, songs, and music from Shakespeare’s time. Student performances last throughout the day on multiple stages and are open and free to the public.
SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKING LOT
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot delivers live theatre directly to students and the public with abridged performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet that takes place in and around our pick-up truck “set.” These free Saturday performances and school parking lot bookings take place throughout the greater Denver area.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS
The DCPA believes in the power of shared experiences. We strive to be a vibrant part of our community, both within our walls and throughout our neighborhoods. We collaborate with community organizations, connect with local artists, tell stories from all walks of life, and create authentic, long-lasting partnership that make everyone’s world a little more theatrical. Each season, the DCPA offers a series of free and low-cost programs throughout our community.
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL PLAYWRITING PROGRAM
Our playwriting program inspires young writers to find their authentic voice and artistry through the craft of writing a one act play. The program encourages students to enter their original plays to the Middle and High School Playwriting Competition through free playwriting workshops offered to school statewide. This program parallels the process of the Colorado New Play Summit and produces readings of the three winning high school plays.
RESILIENCY PROGRAMMING
This program works with community partners in year-long residencies with communities of adults with physical and cognitive disabilities exploring their creativity and artist voice. Each residency ends in a performance to celebrate the artistry and work of each community.
For more information about In-school and Outreach programs: education@dcpa.org
ENGAGE WITH US
At the DCPA, we go way beyond the stage. And you don’t need to see a show to get a little more razzle-dazzle in your life! Venture behind the scenes on a public tour, volunteer to be an usher at the Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex, or round up your BFFs for a group outing you’ll never forget. However you choose to engage with us, we pride ourselves on making theatre accessible for all.
GROUP SALES
Theatre is more fun with friends! Groups of 10 or more patrons get access to special ticket prices and a host of DCPA perks when they purchase through our Group Sales office.
Whether you’re an educator, an event planner, or the organizer-in-chief of your friend group, we’ve got the perfect production for any crowd. And, if your full group isn’t available for a given performance, that’s OK! One of the benefits of group tickets is the ability to spread your group’s tickets out over multiple performances of a run. Call our Group Sales office at 303.446.4829 to get started.
BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOURS
If you’ve ever asked — “how’d they do that?” — now you can find out! The DCPA public tour program offers Behindthe-Scenes Tours of the Arts Complex every Monday and Saturday. During these 90-minute walking tours, you will learn about recent updates to our storied performance spaces and discover the people and processes that bring theatre to life. Tickets are only $12.
VOLUNTEER AT THE THEATRE
Are you passionate about theatre? Do you love working with people? Do you want to see some Theatre Company shows for free? Join our corps of DCPA volunteers and support your hometown theatre with your time and talents. We are always looking for volunteer ushers for performances in the Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex. Or, if you know the DCPA like the back of your hand, consider becoming a tour guide. Our volunteers are an essential part of our performing arts community — and we’d love to have you join our ranks!
JOIN US FOR A POSTSHOW DISCUSSION
The Denver Center Theatre Company offers free post-show discussions following select performances throughout the season. Artist Post-Show Discussions are always professionally moderated and generally include members of the cast and/or artistic team so audiences can ask questions about their performance, the staging, costumes, plot, etc. Community Post-Show Discussions are planned for plays that warrant a deeper conversation and may also include local subject matter experts who can delve into topics such as race, religion, gender identification, or the environment.
SPECIAL OFFERS
Whether you’re planning a big night out with friends or looking for tickets on short notice, we’ve got plenty of options to help you get more show for less dough.
DCPACCESS SALES: Get tickets to spectacular DCPA shows for as little as $11.50 (including taxes and fees) by visiting the DCPAccess page on designated sale dates. This special pricing is available to anyone thanks to the voters of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).
RADVANTAGE MEMBERSHIPS: Are you 30 or younger? You can save a bundle with a Radvantage membership! For a $25 per year membership fee, you’ll get access to savings of up to 80% off face value for tickets to participating DCPA shows — just for being you.
STUDENT, MILITARY, AND SENIORS: Students of all ages, including DCPA Education students, can enjoy serious savings on tickets to Denver Center Theatre Company shows with promo code STUDENT. Active-duty or retired military personnel can use promo code BLUESTAR and seniors (aged 62 or older) can us promo code SENIOR to get 15% off tickets to Theatre Company shows. All three of these groups also get access to savings on DCPA Broadway tickets on a show-byshow basis.
RUSH TICKETS: Students, teachers, seniors, first responders, and military personnel can visit any of our box offices one hour prior to curtain to get rush tickets, starting at 50% off, to participating shows.
Satya Chávez as Bee Quijada in Where Did We Sit on the Bus?
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