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Prepare to laugh: SCRIPTprov comes to Durango

“Take My Wife – Please!” Old school one-liner jokes like this are classic groaners and may prompt the proverbial cymbal crash cue in the back of your mind. I love kindergartener jokes: What...

DATE: Jul 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Appreciating live theater makes you sexier

What two countries border the U. S.? How many amendments are there to the Constitution? Can you name all the U.S. presidents who have been assassinated? If you can answer any of these, you a...

DATE: Jul 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Art vs. athletics: What’s better?

It’s a long standing and unnecessary rivalry. Which is more important? Engagement in the arts or in sports? Both offer opportunities for development and growth, teamwork, confidence, discipl...

DATE: Jun 22, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Find inspiration on your summer travels by car or plane

It’s road trip time! You’re packed, the car is ready and you have your Durango Arts Center membership card downloaded on your phone so you have free entry to more than 1,000 museums, botanic...

DATE: Jun 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

What’s the million dollar question in the art biz?

How do I price my work? This is one of the most commonly asked questions in the art world. It’s the business of art ... and the art of business. I’m not an accountant and this isn’t legal ad...

DATE: Jun 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

‘That’s So Durango!’ show brings unique talent to the DAC stage

Think you’ve seen it all? Then you haven’t seen Dritty Pope or Durango’s hottest new boy band, Community Pancake. This weekend and next, you have a chance to see some talent that may not com...

DATE: May 25, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Silent Sundays With Swanson attracts all ages

After 30 days, anything can become a habit. Creative genius doesn’t happen overnight, nor does success. It’s said that there are basic habits that high achievers practice. One such habit is ...

DATE: May 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Art inspired by nature exhibit enjoys a wide audience

What was your first experience in a gallery or museum? Were you with an adult who hissed at you to stand still and keep your hands in your pockets so you didn’t touch anything? Not surprisin...

DATE: May 11, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Put on your mouse ears, Disney’s High School Musical, Jr. opens Friday

Who was your first love? Think back to the blissful first gaze of you and your future soulmate. Twinkling lights and soft music serenaded even the briefest encounters, and the longing linger...

DATE: May 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Take the art quiz: How many famous female artists can you name?

It was once remarked that the only way for a woman to be involved in a painting was for her to disrobe and be a model. Thankfully, things have changed – well, mostly. Anyone who has taken ar...

DATE: Apr 27, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

The art of the grape: Durango Wine Experience is coming

“Wine is the only artwork you can drink.” – Luis Fernando Olaverri How many ways can you describe the taste of a grape? You may have opinions on this, and if so, I encourage you to come to t...

DATE: Apr 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Do you have the guts to be onstage?

“Stepping into your fear” sounds like walking into the mouth of a shark. Rather silly, if you ask me. Kind of like jumping out of a perfectly good airplane or riding a unicycle blindfolded. ...

DATE: Apr 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment