Theaters and performance venues in Denver

Denver’s performance scene ranges from historic 1920s movie houses like the Mayan and Gothic Theatre to modern cinema multiplexes and intimate music clubs. This collection features independent film hubs like the Sie FilmCenter and the Esquire Theatre alongside major live venues such as Cervantes' Masterpiece. Discover unique performance spaces, including outdoor pavilions, dedicated comedy clubs, and the historic 1891 Elitch Gardens Theatre, reflecting the city's diverse cultural history and active arts community.

Theaters and Performance Venues — Map

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Mayan Theater

The Mayan Theater is a movie house that opened in 1930 and was part of the Fox Theater Corporation and Fox Intermountain Theaters.

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Landmark Chez Artiste

Cinema specializing in independent, foreign-language, and documentary films.

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United Artists Colorado Center Stadium 9 & IMAX

Large multiplex featuring nine screens and an IMAX theater.

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Esquire Theatre

Historic cinema opened in 1927, known for independent films and midnight screenings.

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Elvis Cinemas 6

Budget-friendly movie theater showing second-run films.

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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Modern cinema offering in-theater dining and a curated selection of new releases and cult classics.

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Sie FilmCenter

Multi-screen cinema and home to Denver Film, focusing on independent and international cinema.

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Harkins Theatres Northfield 18

Large-scale modern cinema complex with 18 screens located in the Northfield shopping district.

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Landmark Movie Theater

Upscale cinema featuring leather seating, a full bar, and independent film screenings.

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Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre

Youth-focused performing arts center providing theater education and seasonal stage productions.

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Merchant's Mile High Saloon

Local saloon featuring a stage for live musical performances and community events.

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Gothic Theatre

Former 1920s movie house restored into a live music venue with Art Deco architecture and tiered seating.

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Hi-Dive

Tiny rock music club with kind of underground feel and unbeatably the best live shows in the city.

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Denver's Dangerous Theater

Small, intimate venue hosting experimental theater, improv comedy, and fringe performances.

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The Soiled Dove Underground

Underground music venue known for its intimate setting, tiered seating, and high-quality acoustics.

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Actasana Acting Studio & Theatre

Acting studio and small theater space focused on performance training and local productions.

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Amphitheatre

Outdoor performance space located within the Denver Zoo grounds.

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Amphitheatre

Outdoor seating area for educational presentations and community performances.

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Science Amphitheater

Educational outdoor theater used for science demonstrations and community gatherings.

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Oriental Theater

Historic 1927 venue hosting a variety of events including live music, comedy, and film screenings.

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EscapeWorks Denver

Immersive entertainment venue featuring themed escape room challenges.

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Elitch Gardens Arena

Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park, colloquially known as Elitch's, is an amusement park in Denver, Colorado.

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Cervantes' Masterpiece & The Other Side

Dual-room live music venue in the historic Five Points neighborhood, hosting eclectic touring acts.

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Deer Pile

Small community art and performance space located above City, O' City.

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Highland Event Center

Multipurpose venue used for community gatherings, theater performances, and private events.

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Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre

One of the oldest summer stock theaters in the United States, originally opened in 1891.

Comedy Works

Renowned stand-up comedy club featuring national touring acts and local talent.

Robert V. Tartaglia Pavilion

Outdoor pavilion used for community events and seasonal performances.

The Hangar at Stanley

Large industrial event space located in the historic Stanley Marketplace.

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