1:41 pm, Dec 2, 2011
We love a show that pokes fun at the holidays, and Firehouse Theater Company nails it with this satirical mix of Charles Dickens favorites. Oliver Twist and A Christmas Carol collide to create A Christmas Twist--the story of Tiny Twist, a gang of juvenile delinquents, and three ghosts that help a Scrooge remember what the season really... MORE
9:18 am, Oct 13, 2011
Fashion designer Chris Benz will be in town this Friday at Lawrence Covell to show off his fall collection, as well as his Resort and Spring 2012 trunk shows. A Parsons alum and Council of Fashion Designers of America award winner (2004), Benz has produced collections under his own name since 2007 and is already an industry favorite. We... MORE
9:06 am, Oct 8, 2011
The Tivoli Theater became a ghastly party Friday during the opening night of the Mile High Horror Film Festival. The festival—a mix of features and shorts—continues through Sunday. Here, our five picks for an insanely bloody, fun weekend. 1. Kidnapped Things are going good for Jaime, Marta, and their teenage daughter Isa, until a break-in at their... MORE
10:27 am, Oct 5, 2011
If you had an English class growing up, chances are you have read Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, a book that deals with prejudice, race, rape, class, and tolerance. This month, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts brings the classic tome to the stage. If you didn’t re-read the book during 2009’s One Book One Denver, brush up on your... MORE
10:16 am, Sep 25, 2011
If you were a procrastinator and didn’t nab tickets to The Great American Beer Festival early (they were gone within a week of going on sale), you can get an early start this week at the third annual Denver Beer Fest (September 23-October 1). With more than 150 events on tap for your choosing over the course of nine days—including brewery tours,... MORE
12:45 pm, Sep 23, 2011
With hundreds of breweries setting up shop at the Great American Beer Festival, the intimidation factor is high, and you'd be crazy not to prepare yourself. Read our survival guide to get mentally primed. But, even more important: Ready your liver with a test run at tomorrow's Great COntenders event at Wynkoop Brewing Company.For just $25 (in... MORE
10:47 am, Sep 23, 2011
If you’re looking for a way to while away the afternoon on Saturday, here’s one: More than 15 Colorado museums are free for the day as part of Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day. Just choose a museum, download your free ticket, and flash your pass at the door. Here, a few insider tips. (Yeah, we know people.) Denver Botanic Gardens: Fall’s first... MORE
10:16 am, Sep 15, 2011
We’ve seen our fair share of ski films over the years, and most seem to follow a certain pattern (goofy face shots, killer descents, more goofy face shots). That’s what we expected to see when we started the trailer for Sweetgrass Productions’ Solitaire. Not the case. The vibe combines a ski film with an indie documentary and a twist of Sergio... MORE
10:39 am, Sep 7, 2011
MusicThe Big Little and Danielle Ate the Sandwich, Swallow HillFriday, December 2 | Event infoIn honor of Buy Local Week, some of Denver's most compelling, young folk musicians are taking the stage. Opener Danielle Ate the Sandwich (pictured) is a witty singer/songwriter (listen here) who has won over audiences with out-of-left-field covers and... MORE
11:43 am, May 5, 2011
Considered one of the most talented young American designers working today, Wes Gordon is known for creating luxurious and sophisticated clothing with a modern edge. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Gordon studied fashion at London’s Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, famous for such industry alumni as Alexander McQueen, Stella... MORE
1:00 pm, Dec 13, 2010
The Big Gift: For the businessman in need of a versatile outerwear option that can easily take him from his corner office to his Vail lodge, try an update on the classic tailored coat. The key to this piece is length: It needs to be long enough to cover a suit jacket but short enough to still look sporty when paired with casual clothing. The 3... MORE
1:00 pm, Dec 6, 2010
The Big Gift:For a one-of-a-kind fashion gift, look to husband-and-wife design team Tina Carelli and James Wissel of Pure Couture (pictured). This New Jersey-based duo is bringing their contemporary men's and women's clothing, handbags, and home goods to Denver's Michele Mosko Fine Art gallery this month. Designed and handmade in their own... MORE
1:00 pm, Oct 21, 2010
Album: Unpredictable Artist: John McVey Label: Self Homebase: Boulder Where to Find It: iTunes Store John McVey takes his time. Though the singer-songwriter has earned industry honors (such as "Acoustic Artist of the Year" by the National Academy of Songwriters—now the Songwriters Guild of America), it's taken him a full decade to release... MORE
1:30 pm, Oct 5, 2010
My lungs were burning and my legs were on the verge of collapse. It was well over 100 degrees in the shade, and the pack on my back weighed at least 40 pounds. If I looked down and lost my balance, the possibility was real that I would fall hundreds of feet to the desert floor. But I carried on, fatigued muscles and all, and before I knew it... MORE
1:30 pm, Oct 4, 2010
Album: Elephant Graveyard Artist: Otem Rellik Label: Circle Into Square Hometown: Fort Collins Where to Find It: CircleIntoSquare.com Why We Like It: Mention Otem Rellik to those who recall his emergence from a basement in Fort Collins, and you'll hear about a baby doll's head. The enigmatic producer and MC is known for having transformed the... MORE
