Pandemic Art: New Shows At MCA Denver Reflect On A Year Of Struggle
Grief and loneliness are common themes in the latest Museum of Contemporary Art Denver exhibits.
‘Crestone’ Captures The Hedonistic Energy Of Internet Rappers Against The Backdrop Of The San Luis Valley
What happens when SoundCloud rappers who want to grow cannabis move to the desert?
Denver-Born Director Lee Isaac Chung’s ‘Minari’ Blends Childhood Memories Into A New Rural American Tale
Editor’s note: ‘Minari’ won a Golden Globe in 2021 for ‘Best Foreign Language Film’ and an Academy Award for ‘Best Supporting Actress’ (Youn Yuh-jung). Our original story continues below.
Sundance Film Festival Brings Private, Small-Scale Premieres To Denver’s Sie FilmCenter
In response to COVID-19, the Sundance Institute, which hosts the festival, is taking its show online and throughout the United States.
Artist Elle MacLaren Wants To Make You Think About Climate Change
Based on photographs of glaciers, MacLaren uses encaustic painting to bring to life her subject’s chilly natural colors.
Denver Zoo Says It Can Afford To Feed Its Animals, But It Still Needs Help During The Pandemic
There are thousands of animals that depend on the zoo’s personnel, who also faced cuts after so much lost revenue and reduced visitors.
More Coronavirus Relief For Denver Artists Is On The Way With New Grants
The fund is collecting donations through February to distribute to small and mid-sized arts organizations in 2021.
Coloradans Turn To Mask Making In Time Of COVID-19 To Make Money … And To Help Others
Since March, each mask maker who talked to CPR News has survived the ebb and flow of demand as well as supply shortages. Nine months into the pandemic, each mask maker has sold thousands of masks. A few crafters have even sold more than 3,000 through online and local stores.
Colorado Families Face An Unprecedented Thanksgiving Amid New Coronavirus Wave
Officials say to stay home. Some Coloradans are taking heed of that call, but others are not — choosing to push on with their meals with extended family and friends anyway. What is clear is that this Thanksgiving in Colorado will be like no other.
‘Tis The Season For Colorado Holiday Markets, Even In The Face Of The Coronavirus
From Telluride to Fort Collins, here’s a list of Colorado holiday markets and festivals where you can find that last minute stocking stuffer.
Frida Kahlo And Diego Rivera Exhibit At The Denver Art Museum Explores Mexican Modernism Movement
Using Kahlo and Rivera’s lives and works as a guide, the new exhibit widens the scope beyond its two most famous names.
Denver Film Festival Had To Adapt To Coronavirus. But Some Of The New Ideas Might Stick Around For Future Years
The festival is showcasing over 80 features and 50 shorts with online and drive-in events from Oct. 22 through Nov. 8.
