Theater for Children
Becky Toma Jul 31, 2023
Over the years there have been several children’s theater programs in Colorado that have thrilled and inspired young theater goers to grow into becoming longtime…
College & University Theater Programs
Becky Toma Jul 31, 2023
There were several college and university theater programs that helped lay the ground work for the success of theater arts in Colorado. The University of…
Theater for the Disabled
Becky Toma Jul 31, 2023
Denver has seen the birth of several theater companies that serve and include disabled members of our community. Building on the success of their programs,…
Hispanic Arts in Music, Dance and Theater
Becky Toma Jul 31, 2023
Colorado has roots in its rich Hispanic and Latin culture. Throughout the years we have enjoyed the growth of the performing arts in our Hispanic…
The Denver Black Arts Company
Becky Toma Jul 31, 2023
The Denver Black Arts Company was the artistic vision of members of the African-American theatre community in Denver that began in 1976. The company initially…
Shadow Theatre Company
Becky Toma Jul 31, 2023
Jeffrey Nickelson and Brenda Boyd formed the Shadow Theatre Company in 1997. They were originally housed in a 90-seat venue in a former elementary school….
Mountain Theaters
Becky Toma Jul 30, 2023
Colorado’s beautiful mountain landscapes have been home to many theater companies and programs over the years. Some have been known for their summer repertory productions;…
Dinner Theaters & Cabarets
Becky Toma Jul 27, 2023
We know of two dinner theaters still producing shows today: Boulder’s Dinner Theatre (also known as BDT Stage) and Candlelight Dinner Playhouse located in Johnstown. BDT has announced they…
Richard “Paul” Willet
Becky Toma Jul 27, 2023
Richard “Paul” Willett owned the Gaslight Theater in Denver. A driving force in Denver’s live theater scene for 40 years, he owned and managed the…

John Ross
Becky Toma Feb 21, 2016
John Ross had a heart of gold, said his producer boss and friend Henry Lowenstein. He stood for his principles at all times and was…
Edwin Levy
Becky Toma Feb 20, 2016
Edwin Levy was a long time professor of theater at the University of Denver where he directed 89 plays and 11 operas during his tenure….

Frank Trujillo, Jr.
Becky Toma Feb 19, 2016
Frank Trujillo, Jr. was a choreographer for the National Chicano Dance Theater based in Denver. He passed away at the age of 35 in 1989….