John Moore Videos

Portland Opera is thrilled to bring its production of Gioachino Rossini's The Barber of Seville to the stage this June. Considered one of the greatest comic operas of all time, Rossini's opera tells the story of the Count Almaviva, who has fallen for the charming Rosina, and enlists the help of the town barber Figaro to assist in winning her affection. Together they try to outwit her guardian Dr. Bartolo, who also vies for her hand. Portland Opera will present four performances of The Barber of Seville on June 7, 9m, 13, 15 at the Keller Auditorium.

The Bobby G Awards celebrate outstanding achievement in Colorado high-school musical theatre. The sixth annual awards took place on May 24, at the Buell Theatre. Take a look back at a recap of all the fun!

Broadway star Andy Mientus, who will play Tommy in the DCPA Theatre Company's upcoming stage production of 'The Who's Tommy,' based on the seminal concept album, performed songs from the musical on March 26, 2018, at the Alamo Drafthouse Denver, with proceeds benefiting The Denver Actors Fund. Mientus sang 'Sensation.' Guitar by Dave Devine. The live entertainment preceded a screening of Ken Russell's cult-classic film adaptation on the 43rd anniversary of its London release. The evening's host was Steven J. Burge, currently a featured performer in the Denver Center's First Date. Video provided by Avery Anderson and edited by John Moore.

Broadway star Lulu Fall, who will play The Acid Queen in the DCPA Theatre Company's upcoming stage production of 'The Who's Tommy,' based on the seminal concept album, performed songs from the musical on March 26, 2018, at the Alamo Drafthouse Denver, with proceeds benefiting The Denver Actors Fund. Guitar by Dave Devine. Video provided by Avery Anderson and edited by John Moore.

Turner's TNT will take viewers into the darkest corners of New York City during the Gilded Age with the eagerly anticipated series THE ALIENTIST based on the Anthony Award-winning international bestseller by Caleb Carr.

Key art for TNT's new psychological thriller THE ALIENIST has been revealed accompanied by the latest trailer. THE ALIENIST premieres across TNT's television, mobile and digital platforms on Monday, January 22, at 9:00 p.m. (ET/PT).

Turner's TNT will take viewers into the darkest corners of New York City during the Gilded Age with the eagerly anticipated series THE ALIENTIST based on the Anthony Award-winning international bestseller by Caleb Carr.

In this daily, five-part series for the DCPA NewsCenter, they introduce you to the plays and playwrights featured at the Denver Center's 2017 Colorado New Play Summit, using words and video. Today: Robert Schenkkan, author of the historical drama 'Hanussen,' who was Adolf Hitler's personal mentalist.

DCPA Director of Scenic Arts Jana Mitchell takes you into the scene shop where she made the stained glass for the DCPA Theatre Company's 'The Christians.' 'We always get a little giddy when we get stained-glass projects because ... it's fun,' said Mitchell, who reveals all of her secrets - and secret ingredients. 

Chris Mann, star of the national touring production of 'The Phantom of the Opera,' talks with DCPA Senior Arts Journalist John Moore about the appeal and longevity of the show; his time on TV's 'The Voice,' and his castmate (and wife) Laura Mann's One Degree of Separation from Justin Timberlake and former Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning.  Check out the video below!

The cast of IF/THEN recently sat down to talk with the Denver Center for the Performing Arts about everything from their experiences in the show, to their Broadway careers. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you several interviews with Idina Menzel, James Snyder, Anthony Rapp, LaChanze, and songwriters Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey!

Matt Zambrano, who plays Touchstone in the DCPA Theatre Company's new production of Shakespeare's 'As You Like It,' recently visited with Denver Broncos cheerleaders to combine forces and come up with a cheer that combines the best of The Bard and the Broncos.

Just before IF/THEN launches its National Tour, one the hit musical's stars, LaChanze, sang the National Anthem at the Denver Broncos home opener against the Baltimore Ravens. Click below to go behind the scenes with LaChanze in rehearsals and watch her full performance!

The fourth in our series of five videos covering the 2015 Bobby G Awards on May 28 at the Buell Theatre is a brief montage showing highlights from the live medley performed by all Outstanding Actor and Actress nominees.

Episode 2 of Emma Buchanan's video blog for BroadwayWorld on the way to the National High School Music Awards in New York. Buchanan, of Durango High School, last month was named Outstanding Actress at the 2015 Bobby G Awards at the Denver Center. She advances to the national competition, called The Jimmy Awards, which culminate in a performance on a Broadway stage in New York City.

Episode 2 of Evatt Salinger's video blog for BroadwayWorld on the way to the National High School Music Awards in New York. Salinger, of Durango High School, last month was named Outstanding Actor at the 2015 Bobby G Awards at the Denver Center. She advances to the national competition, called The Jimmy Awards, which culminate in a performance on a Broadway stage in New York City.  Check it out below!

Evatt Salinger and Emma Buchanan of Durango High School, who last month were named Outstanding Actor and Actress at the 2015 Bobby G Awards at the Denver Center, sang the National Anthem before a crowd of 30,698 at the Colorado Rockies' game against the St. Louis Cardinals on June 10 at Coors Field. It was the first time either of the students had set foot in a major sports stadium.

Below is a brief montage showing highlights from all of the acceptance speeches at the 2015 Bobby G Awards on May 28 at the Buell Theatre. When Cherry Creek's Jimmy Miller accepted his share of the Outstanding Costumes award, he said of late DCPA President and Bobby G Awards Founder Randy Weeks: 'Cherry Creek was honored with one of these last year, and I had the honor of receiving it from Mr. Randy Weeks. I know that he would say to all of you, 'Congratulations to all of the designers, technicians and artists in Colorado high-school theatre.' The presenters include Charles MacLeod, Candy Brown, Allison Watrous and John Ekeberg. Video by David Lenk and John Moore.

Elitch Gardens, now in its 21st year downtown since relocating from northwest Denver, remains one of Colorado's the most popular entertainment destinations. It now features a vast array of modern roller-coasters, and because many of 'The 12' cast members from the DCPA Theatre Company are thrill-ride aficionados, the staff at Elitch's invited cast members Tuesday to ride the famous Carousel, which dates back to 1927 - and two coaster rides: The Brain Drain and the Boomerang. Video and photos by David Lenk and John Moore. Check out the videos below!

This week, host of 'In Focus' Eden Lane catches up with theater critic John Moore to learn about his 'Opening Night in Colorado' photo essay and his return to directing. Click below to watch the interview!