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Muppets Continue to Make a Profit Fifty Years Into Their Run

By Jared Bahir BrowshFebruary 4, 2026

The Muppet Show marks its 50th birthday with a new special on February 4.

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Colorado New Play Summit Turns Twenty with Four Readings and Two World Premieres

By Toni TrescaFebruary 3, 2026

The DCPA’s 20th Colorado New Play Summit takes place February 14-15, with four readings of new work and two world premiere productions.

An immersive art space

Prismajic Ousted from Colorado Mills Mall

By Teague BohlenFebruary 2, 2026

The immersive arts venue was given thirty days to vacate in order to make room for a new anchor tenant.

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Malala Yousafzai to Headline 2026 Conference on World Affairs in Boulder

By Kristen FioreFebruary 2, 2026

Yousafzai is the youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate and has been an advocate for girls’ education and human rights since the age of eleven.

A woman performs onstage with a robot

Robot Riot Brings Comedy and Science to RISE Comedy

By Toni TrescaFebruary 2, 2026

New monthly show at RISE Comedy, Robot Riot, blends improv, standup and ethics for a uniquely Denver night of comedy and tech.

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Stories on Schedule: Denver Author Plans to Write a Story a Week in 2026

By Teague BohlenFebruary 2, 2026

Denver author Nick Arvin is filling 2026 with a story a week, delivered free straight to readers.

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Alamo Drafthouse Push for QR Code-Ordering System Pushes Union Buttons

Alamo Drafthouse Push for QR Code-Ordering System Pushes Union Buttons

By Owen SwallowJanuary 30, 2026

“This change is not a change that we enjoy or that we want…we understand the frustration.”

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Sidewalk Poets: Every Story Deserves to Be Told and Heard

By Toni TrescaJanuary 30, 2026

“I thought this would help people, and I love doing it, but now I realize that while I enjoy doing it, it is much bigger than me.”

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Anyone for Pennis? Comedians Trade Bar Hangs for Pickleball Games

By Toni TrescaJanuary 29, 2026

“Some people are competitive, but for the most part, we try to keep it pretty chill and just have a good time.”

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Colorado Has a New Poet Laureate: Crisosto Apache

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 28, 2026

“I hope my time in this role can serve as a bridge, helping young people discover the voices that will shape our futures.”

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You Can’t Spell Her Name Without “Icon”: Nini Coco Takes on RuPaul’s Drag Race

By Cleo MirzaJanuary 28, 2026

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment. We’re gonna send it.” 

Remembering James “Dr. Daddio” Walker, Denver Radio Pioneer

By Michael RobertsJanuary 27, 2026

“A visionary voice in media, he used radio to uplift culture, amplify community voices, and mentor generations of broadcasters and leaders.”

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Making Her Mark: Alex Suarez Talks Tattoos

By Mary Beth SkylisJanuary 27, 2026

“You need to love this stuff for you to excel. Ride or die ‘til the wheels fall off.”

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Writers on Resistance Will Be a Space Where People Can “Talk About What’s Going On”

By Teague BohlenJanuary 27, 2026

Boulder’s East Window Gallery hosts a night of action against escalating threats to America and the world.

A scene from a local production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Colorado Theatre Guild Creates Commercials to Promote Scene

By Toni TrescaJanuary 26, 2026

The Colorado Theatre Guild’s new commercials spotlight live theater statewide, and its leaders preview a collaborative vision for 2026.

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The ensemble of Shrek the Musical performs "Freak Flag" with Pride flags

Over the Rainbow: Pride Flags Too Freaky for Parker?

By Toni TrescaJanuary 25, 2026

The Shrek cast decided to “protest this request” mid-show by performing with the flags anyway, sparking a larger debate about art and censorship.

Bright Space Murals Adds Color to the Community

Bright Space Murals Adds Color to the Community

By Tim WeighartJanuary 23, 2026

Andreas Kremer and Reina Luna are brightening up schools, businesses and other community spaces with their murals.

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Photographer John Fielder Put His Stamp on Colorado

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 23, 2026

Colorado Statehood Forever Stamp sales start today!

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Survivor’s Steven Ramm on Regrets, Unseen Moves and the Blindside That Cost Him $1 Million

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 22, 2026

“Everything was coming up Steven. I really felt like I could win and beat anyone,” says the Denver reality TV star.

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Rick McMann Creates New Denver Sitcom Poking Fun at “How Divided We Are”

By Michael RobertsJanuary 21, 2026

“I wanted to make this my love letter to Denver.”

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Beyond Books: Ten Things You Didn’t Know You Could Get at Denver Public Library

By Teague BohlenJanuary 20, 2026

Check it out! Here are ten surprising things your library card gets you at Denver Public Library.

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Northern Lights

Colorado Saw Northern Lights Sunday. Can You See Them Again Tonight?

By Kristen FioreJanuary 20, 2026

Did you see the Northern Lights last night?

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