Durango Arts Center

Don’t you just hate live theater? The Grunch does, too

If you’re a curmudgeon, a cynic, or a righteous opponent of giggles, I invite you to the DAC theater this weekend to meet your spirit animal. “The Grunch” is being performed by our youth th...

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

‘That’s SO Durango!’ Upcoming exhibit showcases the quirks of a small mountain town

When you think of Durango, what comes to mind? How do you explain it to your friends from out of town? A special art exhibit is coming up that showcases the opinions of the community in an a...

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

DAC Member Exhibit is a Legacy Showcase

“Art is the proper task of life,” said the philosopher Friedrich Neitzsche. From Grandma Moses to Charlie Parker, we have countless examples of creators who, given a lifetime or a precious f...

DATE: Jul 26, 2023 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

Got the summertime blues? Art and theater are the cure

Yesterday, I was sitting outside the Durango Arts Center on a bench enjoying my lunch when a large family walked by. A little boy being dragged along by one hand pointed with the other into ...

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

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

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