Denver Center for the Performing Arts

THE DEATH OF DESERT ROSE to Receive World Premiere at San Diego State University New Musical Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2026

San Diego State University's New Musical Initiative selected THE DEATH OF DESERT ROSE, by Jessica Kahkoska and Elliah Heifetz, for a two-year development process culminating in a fully staged world premiere production.

RED to Close Out the Season at Laguna Playhouse with Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026

Laguna Playhouse will present RED, John Logan's Tony Award-winning two-character drama about painter Mark Rothko, directed by J. Scott Lapp, starring Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez to close its 2025-2026 season.

Review: ENGLISH at Denver Center For The Performing Arts
by Tessa Nelson - Apr 29, 2026

Elham, playwright Sanaz Toossi’s brilliant character played by an equally brilliant Vanah Assadourian, frustratedly exclaims in a tongue unfamiliar to her mouth, “I want everyone to know I am not an idiot and also I am nice.” English, produced by the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, captures the day-to-day drama of living your identity in an unfamiliar language.

DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE BOOK OF MORMON and More Set for Denver Center 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts announced public on-sale and subscriber pre-sale dates for its upcoming season, including DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and DESTINY OF DESIRE. Subscriptions are available now at denvercenter.org.

Review: ALICIA KEYS' HELL'S KITCHEN at Denver Center For The Performing Arts
by Tessa Nelson - Apr 21, 2026

Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts tells a perfectly coherent story—it’s just not a very interesting one. An overprotective mother badgers her daughter to stay safely in her apartment and away from the glitz, glamour, and danger of those pernicious New York City Streets; a father forges an emotional and artistic connection with his daughter, but is only there for her inconsistently; a young, naïve girl is looking for love in all the wrong places.

Video: First Look at NEXT TO NORMAL at Denver Center for the Performing Arts
by Joshua Wright - Apr 20, 2026

Denver Center for the Performing Arts has released first look footage of NEXT TO NORMAL, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical now playing through May 3, 2026 at the Wolf Theatre.

Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at The DCPA Theatre Company
by Tessa Nelson - Apr 15, 2026

Brilliant musicianship, soulful performances, and expert craft make Next to Normal at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts deeply identifiable. Unfortunately, the pathos it creates through these immense talents may cast more doubt on mental health care than broker clarity surrounding mental illness.

ONCE, THE TEMPEST & More Set for Denver Center Theatre Company 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026

Denver Center Theatre Company announced its 2026/27 season, featuring eight mainstage productions including ONCE, THE TEMPEST, two world premieres, and a staging of DIAL M FOR MURDER.

TheatreSquared Unveils FENCES, LITTLE WOMEN, EUREKA DAY and More for 21st Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026

TheatreSquared has announced its 2026–2027 Season 21 lineup, including FENCES, LITTLE WOMEN, EUREKA DAY, and THE 39 STEPS. The season also introduces a new Family Series with DISNEY’S NEWSIES JR. and A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD.

DCPA Broadway & Cabaret Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE BOOK OF MORMON, DEATH BECOMES HER and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026

Denver Center for the Performing Arts Broadway and Cabaret has revealed the 2026/27 subscription season. The subscription season kicks off with the Broadway classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

FDR'S VERY HAPPY HOUR National Tour to Launch in Denver This October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

The National Tour of FDR's Very Happy Hour will kick off at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. These premiere performances are presented in partnership with Denver Arts & Venues.

What You Need to Know About SAFRONIA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026

Lyric Opera of Chicago is presenting the world premiere of safronia, a landmark musical composition commissioned from Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, the interdisciplinary artist avery r. young.

58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026

The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre. 

Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Gryphon Theatre
by Neil Brewer - Feb 4, 2026

The Book of Will is a contemporary play by American playwright Lauren Gunderson, first premiering in January 2017 at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. It went on to win the 2018 Harold and Mimi Steinberg / American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award, recognising it as one of the most significant new American plays of its year.

Samuel D. Hunter to be Honored at Page 73 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Page 73 has named Samuel D. Hunter as the honoree for its 2026 Gala. Hosted at Joe's Pub, the evening cabaret will honor Hunter's indelible mark on the American theatrical canon while raising crucial funds for Page 73's artistic programs.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards; GUYS & DOLLS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards; Vintage Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals Latest Round of Sloan Playwriting Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed their latest recipients of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards; BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards; Vintage Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!