5 Best Performing Arts Venues in Denver, Colorado

Based in Denver's trendy Highland neighborhood, this small nonprofit theater produces cutting-edge, original works.

This organization brings Broadway show touring companies to the Ellie and Buell theaters.

Presenting high-caliber repertory theater, including new works by promising playwrights, this company takes over the intimate stages (attendees are never more than 13 rows from the action) at the Bonfils Theatre Complex, part of the Denver Performing Arts Complex.

This Latino-Chicano company puts on mostly original works and festivals during its year-round season at the Denver Civic Theatre.

By presenting top-notch adaptations of nationally regarded comedies and dramas, such as Angels in America, Vintage Theatre Productions has made a name for itself locally. Its small but comfortable venue is in the Aurora Arts District, where it hosts performances most Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons.