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BWW Review: CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is a Visual Sugar Rush
by Chris Arneson - Jul 18, 2019


You might think you've seen the tale of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory enough, but the musical stage adaptation now playing at the Denver Center's Buell Theatre has got plenty of fresh treats to offer.

BWW Interview: Seth Rudetsky Talks Deconstructing Broadway, His One-Man Show Playing Tonight at Colorado Springs FAC
by Chris Arneson - Jul 16, 2019


The Emmy-nominated former writer for The Rosie O'Donnell Show will be bringing his one-man comedy show to the FAC tonight. This is Rudetsky's first major appearance in Colorado.

BWW Feature: BOBBY G AWARD Winners Head to Broadway
by Chris Arneson - Jun 22, 2019


Fresh out of starring in their spring musical, two Colorado teens are about to make their Broadway debuts this Monday.

BWW Review: Immerse Yourself in DCPA Off-Center's THE LAST DEFENDER
by Chris Arneson - Jun 21, 2019


If you want to feel like you've saved the world (or at least died trying), there's a theatrical experience for you. The Last Defender, which was conceived at The House Theatre of Chicago in 2016, feels a bit like an escape room…just more theatrical. Currently it's being presented through the Denver Center for the Performing Arts' Off-Center, which has been know lately for its immersive experiences.

BWW Feature: BE MORE CHILL at Equinox
by Chris Arneson - Jun 7, 2019


Equinox Theatre Company is thrilled to present the third show of their 11th season, The Denver Premiere of Be More Chill. 

BWW Feature: 2019 Bobby G Awards Performances
by Chris Arneson - May 30, 2019


The 7th Annual Bobby G Awards, which celebrate excellence in Colorado high school musical theatre, were held Thursday, May 23rd, at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.

Broadway's Lea Salonga Headlines Lone Tree Arts Center This Weekend
by Chris Arneson - May 18, 2019


This weekend, Lone Tree Arts Center will be presenting Broadway icon Lea Salonga's Human Heart tour, featuring just two performances on May 18-19.

Review Roundup: HELLO, DOLLY! on Tour, What Did Critics Think?
by Alan Henry - May 15, 2019


'It only takes a moment' for America to fall in love with 'Hello, Dolly!' as the national tour is entertaining audiences across the U.S. with this classic tale. Check out what the critics are saying in the reviews from various tour stops below!

Review Roundup: COME FROM AWAY on Tour, What Did Critics Think?
by Alan Henry - May 14, 2019


The national tour of 'Come From Away' is warming hearts across America. What are critics having to say about the musical? Check out reviews from various tour stops below!

Review Roundup: DEAR EVAN HANSEN on Tour, What Did the Critics Think?
by Alan Henry - Apr 29, 2019


DEAR EVAN HANSEN is currently on tour across America! What are critics saying about the show in different cities across the country? Check out all the reviews for the hit musical below!

BWW Review: There's Plenty to Buzz About in BEEHIVE
by Chris Arneson - Apr 11, 2019


There's a certain youthful feeling you get from 1960s music. Just ask the rows of ladies in front of me, who giddily sang along, tapping each other on the shoulders and giggling like they were teenagers again.

BWW Review: FAC's HANDS ON A HARDBODY is a Vehicle for the Voice of America's Working Class
by Chris Arneson - Apr 9, 2019


If you've ever thought, "They'll turn anything into a musical"…well, you're not wrong. Yet somehow, a musical about a competition to win a truck in a small Texas town brings subject matter that might be heavier than the truck itself.

BWW Review: HELLO, DOLLY! Shows What's Best About Old Broadway
by Chris Arneson - Apr 2, 2019


It's clear the instant she takes the stage, we're in the presence of a legend. With a humble salutation, Betty Buckley inhabits the role of Dolly Levi in a way you might expect from the actress whose multifaceted career spans decades.

Equinox Theatre Presents HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2019


Equinox Theatre Company is thrilled to present the second show of their 11th season: Heathers: The Musical. Performances will be April 5 through 27 with shows Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 PM. There will also be a pay-what-you-can industry night on Thursday, April 25. Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 at the door/$22 for groups of 6 or more in advance only. All performances will be at The Bug Theatre at 3654 Navajo Street in Denver. Tickets and more information available online at www.EquinoxTheatreDenver.com

BWW Review: You'll Love Much More than the Murder in Vintage's GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE
by Chris Arneson - Mar 7, 2019


It opens with a warning: if you're of a 'weaker constitution,' you'd best depart before the story starts, or at least avoid the first couple rows. You should probably just ignore that, because then you'd miss out on some killer theatre. Literally.

Equinox Theatre Presents HEATHERS THE MUSICAL At The Bug Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Feb 20, 2019


Equinox Theatre Company presents the second show of their 11th season: Heathers: The Musical. Performances will be April 5 through 27 with shows Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 PM. There will also be a pay-what-you-can industry night on Thursday, April 25. Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 at the door/$22 for groups of 6 or more in advance only.

Celebrate Valentine's Weekend with a Romantic Musical Comedy at The Bug
by Chris Arneson - Feb 14, 2019


If you're still looking for romantic plans for your weekend, Equinox Theatre's 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change' might be your perfect match.

BWW Review: A BRONX TALE is Catchy and Compelling
by Chris Arneson - Jan 16, 2019


If you're like me, there's probably a lot you didn't know about A Bronx Tale before settling into your seat.

BWW Feature: New Rock Musical ATOMIC Launches Closing Weekend with Industry Night
by Chris Arneson - Nov 29, 2018


A new rock musical about the creation of the atom bomb is making its regional premiere in Denver, and it has just a few performances left this weekend.

BWW Review: Arvada Center's ELF Will Set You in the Holiday Spirit
by Chris Arneson - Nov 29, 2018


It's easy to see why Elf has become a modern-day Christmas classic, and the 2003 holiday flick starring Will Ferrell makes a smooth transition from screen to stage, even without Ferrell's infectious charm.

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