The Capitol Steps Political Satire Show is Coming to Denver 5/16

The Denver Press Club has the cure: The nation's oldest press club is bringing the renowned and hilarious Capitol Steps political satire show to Denver on Sunday, May 16. The show begins at 5 p.m. in the Gates Concert Hall at The Newman Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Denver, 2344 E. Iliff Avenue (303-871-7720).

"The Denver Press Club is thrilled to bring The Capitol Steps back to Denver. The group has a strong Denver following, and has an amazing performing history going back more than 20 years," said Bruce Goldberg, Denver Press Club president. "This will be a laughter-filled evening, and I expect a full house."

Since they began in 1981, the Capitol Steps have recorded 29 albums, including their latest, Obama Mia!. They've been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and PBS, and can be heard four times a year on National Public Radio stations nationwide during their Politics Takes a Holiday radio specials. Most cast members have worked on Capitol Hill for members of Congress.

All seats cost $45.50.

There are two ways to buy tickets. Purchase through TicketMaster at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004458945AA9AE?artistid=834931&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=51. TicketMaster will add a $6.75 per ticket service fee. Attendees also may buy tickets, without the $6.75 service fee, at The Newman Center box office from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Friday.

The Denver Press Club won't be selling tickets or taking reservations. All ticket orders must go through TicketMaster or The Newman Center Box Office.

About the Denver Press Club

Founded in 1867, the Denver Press Club is the oldest press club in the United States. With more than 400 members from the media and many other professions, DPC has become a home for author bookings, leading political discussions, entertainment and networking. Each year, the club hosts more than 100 events, including the club's signature Runyon Award, Gridiron and Hall of Fame presentations. The club's unique landmarked building and history-laden atmosphere is a highly sought-after venue and is regularly rented for media events, business meetings, seminars, networking events and wedding receptions. To learn more about the club, visit www.denverpressclub.org.