Stage and Comedy

Members of the Ballet Nouveau Colorado troupe star in 'Carry On,' a production that features music by Denver band Paper Bird and choreography by Garrett Ammon. The show combines live music and contemporary dance, and will run for a single performance at the PACE Center in Parker on Feb. 16.

Informal renaissance: ‘Carry On’ marries ballet with non-traditional inspiration and confluence

Ammon and the rest of the creative team behind “Carry On” are looking to reach a new audience with their fusion of folk, ballet and film

Denver Center’s New Play Summit a proving ground for new metro area works

Denver Center’s New Play Summit a proving ground for new metro area works

The cast and crew of “Ed, Downloaded” had plenty to worry about in the weeks leading up to opening night earlier this month. The drama …

English as a Silly Language: ‘Foreigner’ excels at common concept thanks to expert troupe

English as a Silly Language: ‘Foreigner’ excels at common concept thanks to expert troupe

In trademark Phamaly fashion, the troupe gets to the heart of the show and, more impressively, adds some new dimensions to a popular production that’s seen plenty of interpretations.

REVIEW: Equine Equity

REVIEW: Equine Equity

Angela Reed and Mat Hostetler have had to amend the well-known theater adage about acting with kids and animals. The traditional stage wisdom, first attributed …

James O’Hagan Murphy as Robert F. Kennedy in the Vintage Theatre’s production of the off-Broadway play, “RFK.” (Courtesy photo)

REVIEW: Unfailing look at ‘RFK’ at Vintage

The dialogue weaves together imagined words and real excerpts from speeches by Kennedy, as well as a steady stream of quotes from writers ranging from Aeschylus to George Orwell.

James Hagan O'Murphy stars as Robert F. Kennedy in the Vintage Theatre production of Jack Holmes' drama "RFK" running this month.

Unfailing look at ‘RFK’ at Vintage Theatre

He spoke out about threats to the environment, he warned about the health risks associated with smoking and he decried the dangerous consequences of a …

Ignite production of ‘Next to Normal’ is next to perfect

Ignite production of ‘Next to Normal’ is next to perfect

The everyday routine of Diana Goodman revolves around pharmaceuticals. She takes prescription pills with breakfast, lunch and dinner; she downs anti-depressants and swallows cocktails of …

The actors from “Avenue Q” are shown in this undated courtesy photo from the Vintage Theater. The Ignite company announced that the troupe will mount a production of the comedy at the Aurora Fox in the fall of 2013, a show set to feature the same cast and the same director from the 2010 Vintage run.  (Courtesy photo)

Area entertainment options plentiful for 2013; “Avenue Q” at Aurora Fox among highlights

We’ve compiled some of the most promising local attractions for the coming year, as well as a good dose of cultural happenings from the larger metro area.

ONSTAGE: Heavy finale for Ignite also sheds light on troupe’s mission

This isn’t a show to bring your kids to for Christmas, but you’re going to leave with a new respect for the love that you have for your own family. You’re not going to leave hating your life.

Season’s Stage Greetings: A Guide to the Best Holiday Shows

It’s coming. Christmas is two weeks away, and stages across the metro area are celebrating with a wide range of shows. From British farces to …