Denver’s Fairmount Cemetery is not just a final resting place — it’s a rose’s utopia
And some of them you can’t find literally anywhere else.
By Eden Lane
The DCPA found this show during a virtual performance as the pandemic raged. Now it’s getting a full staging
During the pandemic shutdown, a pair of Colorado artists created a cabaret show about legendary R&B singer Ruth Brown.
By Eden Lane
There are four elements, right? Not so at the last week of the Colorado Music Festival, where there are five
Evoking feelings through music ain’t always easy. But these composers make it seem elemental.
By Eden Lane
An institution of Denver music is closing. They made a lot of family along the way
William J. Kolacny opened a musical instrument repair shop. Now the hardship of COVID and a fundamental change to their business model is forcing them to close.
By Eden Lane
For the all craftspeople behind the scenes, the last show of the Colorado Shakespeare Festival season is a bittersweet end
Making a wig takes a lot of time — and there’s lots of wigs.
By Eden Lane
You can surely name some female jazz singers. These two hope you’ll soon be able to name some female jazz composers too.
“I think that focusing on the problem and talking about the problem that there’s not enough females doing this, is the only way to fix the problem.”
By Eden Lane
Swing music is alive and well in Colorado. This 18-piece big band is making sure of it
Swing is still king — and the Flatirons Jazz Orchestra isn’t letting anyone forget it.
By Eden Lane
In 1963, JFK gave his last speech. A new symphony in Boulder is celebrating its place in history and the place of art in society
In it, JFK praised Robert Frost and spoke about his wishes for art in America. A Boulder resident used that to team with a world-renowned composer for a new work at the Colorado Music Festival.
By Eden Lane
Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tour is coming to Denver. These Coloradans are ready for it … except for a ticket
For two nights, Taylor Swift is taking over Empower Field at Mile High. For fans young and old, the chance to see her is life-changing.
By Eden Lane
Musicians from all over come to play the Colorado Music Festival. Now they’re celebrating one special composer
A July 13 tribute concert will celebrate the life and work of John Corigliano, winner of a Pulitzer Prize, an Academy Award, and five Grammy Awards.
By Eden Lane
You’ve heard of a pub crawl. Now try a play crawl moving to its new home — the streets and businesses of Olde Town Arvada
Colorado women playwrights write two- to three-minute, site specific plays that are performed environmentally — in shops and restaurants. Each play is done up to 10 times in one night.
By Eden Lane
The Colorado Shakespeare Festival is getting more renovations next year. But first, a distinctive King Lear! (And other shows)
Ellen McLaughlin is the actor who is climbing the Mount Everest that is “King Lear.” “I wouldn’t have done it if it was Queen Lear, because I don’t think that’s true to the play.”
By Eden Lane
Your guide to Fourth of July fireworks — plus laser and drone shows — around Colorado
Listed events include traditional fireworks, laser and drone shows all across the state.
By Eden Lane
There’s a huge piece of art hanging behind a bar at Denver’s Ellie Caulkins Opera House. This is the story behind it
Hint: It may look like a huge tapestry, but it’s not.
By Eden Lane
These CU Boulder student singers are getting paid to work on new operas with famous composers
A workshop at CU Boulder pairs students with established composers to create new works — and they all learn from each other.
By Eden Lane
Master makeover complete, the Denver Botanic Gardens readies its fusion of art and science
Leaders at the Botanic Gardens are welcoming a whole new slate of educational offerings, art shows, and even a library open to the public to celebrate their fully open return.
By Eden Lane