Calendar
PERFORMING ARTS
NOV. 6–17
The Phantom of the Opera Even if you’ve seen The Phantom of the Opera dozens of times, British producer Cameron Mackintosh’s reimagination of the beloved musical makes it worth another visit. The story, which follows a mysterious spirit who falls in love with an opera star, will feature new choreography and fresh lighting design by Tony Award–winner Paule Constable. This iteration of the tale will be played out by a 52-person cast and orchestra—making it one of the largest tours of the production and one you certainly won’t want to miss. Wed-Sun, times vary. Buell Theatre, 1350 Curtis St., 303-893-4100, denvercenter.org. Ticket prices vary.
NOV. 8–9
The Rembrandt Room At most museums, viewers fix their attention to the walls of art. This one-woman drama, though, transfers the spotlight to a gallery guard who protects the priceless pieces. Denver theater veteran Erin Rollman plays the watchwoman, who looks over Rembrandt’s Danaë and gives audience members insight into the painting’s history, the Dutchman’s life, and the Greek myth of the painting’s namesake. Written by members of Denver’s Buntport Theater, the award-winning play is a riveting look into the secret history of an artwork and its keeper. Fri-Sat, 8-9:30 p.m. Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan St., 720-946-1388, buntport.com. $18.
NOV. 8
Whose Live Anyway? Since 1998, the Emmy Award–winning TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? has brought improv comedy into Americans’ homes. Now, viewers can watch the show’s current cast—including Jeff B. Davis, Greg Proops, Dave Foley, and Joel Murray—flex their improv muscles during this live 90-minute show. Comedy fanatics will get to watch familiar skits, such as “Greatest Hits,” in which performers come up with a product jingle about an audience-generated topic, and even have a chance to join the cast when the actors call for volunteers. Fri 7-8:30 p.m. Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, 719-477-2121, pikespeakcenter.com. $29-$40.
NOV. 15–DEC. 22
Even Shakespeare haters have to acknowledge that. The surprisingly modern story includes a twisted love triangle, witty wordplay, and gender-bending characters, including Viola, who impersonates a man after finding herself shipwrecked in an unfamiliar country. With drama and intrigue fit for a soap opera, this Elizabethan play will remind you why Shakespeare’s work is timeless.
