Jon Bee

DCPA Theatre Company's legacy of 'outdoing' themselves continues with their latest world premiere production of Cowboys and East Indians, based on the short story collection by Nina McConigley and written by McConigley and Matthew Spangler.

It is no wonder so many movies, tv shows, and musicals start out as the written word. I would argue the best stories are those that draw you in and keep you engaged from start to finish, regardless of how long it takes to finish. Perhaps that is why when I first read The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks in high school, I read it in one day. Reading the book so long ago led me to watch the movie with equal enthusiasm which leads me now to the performance hall of DCPA's Buell Theatre for the National Touring production of this new classic.

I have a love/hate relationship with Tennessee Williams. It's not really his fault, it's more thanks to my time working for a theater festival honoring the playwright. The work was incredible, but the work environment was, in a word, insufferable.

Cob County comes to Denver in the latest National Tour to make its way to the Buell at DCPA. Shucked tells the story of a small farm community where the residents face a crisis when their beloved corn crop mysteriously begins to die.

In the premiere of DCPA's 2025-2026 season, The Happiest Man on Earth chronologs the times and trials of Eddie Jaku, a Jewish man who recounts his hardships evading capture and death at the hands of Nazi Germany.

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Curious Theatre Company's 27th season comes to a close with its presentation of a new work in its World Premiere, Exhibit, directed by Artistic Director Jada Suzanne Dixon.

DCPA's final show before the summer, The Hot Wing King, brings the 24-25 season to a spicy close, though it is sure to leave you wanting more. Directed by Timothy Douglas and written by Katori Hall, the show is one female playwright's love letter to queer Black men based in her own hometown of Memphis. 

DCPA hardly ever disappoints when it comes to the creative elements of a production and their current production of Little Shop of Horrors is no different. The scenic design by Alan E. Muraoka is a great example of theatrical excellence. It is by and large a stationary set that allows for dynamic staging from Director Chris Coleman.

Technical difficulties once again take centerstage at the Buell for the latest National Tour to come to Denver. The Wiz got off to a late start and even later second act after audio equipment failed. I am not sure if these issues are specific to the touring productions or if the problems are in-house. Eitherway, they seem to be happening more frequently in a space that already has problems with the acoustics.


The Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities has a total hit on their hands with their latest show to take the mainstage, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Directed by Geoffrey Kent, Arvada's production is an exhibition of theatrical excellence.

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In today's pop culture canon, most folks of a certain age have some sort of connection with Mean Girls. The original movie and its all star cast have left an indelible mark on American, if not global, culture. On Wednesdays we wear pink. On October 3rd, we ask what day it is. There's a 30% chance it's already raining. These are just a small handful of memorable moments from a movie that influenced multiple generations. Its longevity still continues to prove itself. It's no wonder that it ultimately made its way to Broadway in musical form. It is also the latest production to take the stage at DCPA's Buell Theatre.

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