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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

Reflections of an art teacher

All children are great artists. Until they aren’t. Maybe you were one once? The good news is that you can become one again. While we are busy helping you get your mojo back with a broad offe...

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

What’s a community theater, anyway?

The first recorded indoor stage was in the 5th century BC in Athens. It was a rectangular room with seats along all four walls, similar to a black box theater. At the time, the budget must h...

DATE: Mar 30, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

How counterculture got us here: Rebellion, reflection and ‘Reefer Madness, The Musical’

The legalization of marijuana in Colorado has been a topic of much controversy. Art, by its very nature, enjoys the heck out of controversy. Art is neither for nor against, it simply holds u...

DATE: Mar 28, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Come get lucky at Durango Arts Center

Daylight savings is wreaking havoc – havoc on our sleep, our moods and our ability to be anywhere on time this week. Funny how just one little hour can make all the difference, right? I don’...

DATE: Mar 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Your brain and its superpower: AI (artistic intelligence)

Lately, there’s been talk in the news about the perils of artificial intelligence, or AI. Such technology, if used against us, could lead to our demise. The adage of “check yourself before y...

DATE: Mar 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Three reasons to love the Durango Independent Film Festival

Here’s some movie trivia: What do “Terminator,” “Memento,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” “Eraserhead,” “Blair Witch Project” and “Blue Velvet” all have in common? Answer: These films were all low ...

DATE: Mar 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

The healing power of art with artist Mike Scieszka

There is a notable phenomenon where people who see a performance or take an art class appear to be transformed. They look happier. Many claim to feel a newfound sense of joy, purpose and com...

DATE: Feb 23, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

A time traveler among us: Meet the local hero who preserves the lost art of silent films

Every great story begins with a hero. In this story, our hero wears a pocket watch, vest and bow tie. He plays ragtime piano until the strings ignite the very air above it. And his superpow...

DATE: Feb 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Can art help you break a curse? Find out next weekend at the DAC

Beloved local comedian Mary Quinn has two magic princess powers. She can make things up, and she has a decent smile. Such gifts help her defeat the evil witch in her upcoming one-woman play,...

DATE: Feb 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Teen volunteers improve the community one art project at a time

Think teens can’t help out much? Think again. This may not apply to their chores at home, but I’ve never met a more eager or caring group than the teenage volunteers in Durango. Whether they...

DATE: Feb 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment