Valentine's Day: The best shows to see this weekend

“City of Angels”Vintage Theatre Company1468 Dayton StreetAurora, CO 80011www.VintageTheatre.orgTickets are $25“City of Angels” is a wonderful musical that weaves two different stories together. It is a hilarious Hollywood comedy (performed in color) about the inner workings of a big-time Hollywood Production and a film noir detective drama (performed in black and white.) With great music, very lively dance numbers, and plenty of film noir style lingo, it's the perfect choice for those that love classic films.  “Bat Boy: The Musical”Equinox Theatre CompanyBug Theatre3654 Navajo StreetDenver, CO 80211www.EquinoxTheatreDenver.comTickets are $20Looking for something less than romantic this Valentine's Day? Then check out this hilarious musical based on the Weekly World News article about Bat Boy. It's the story of a half-human/half-bat creature that is found in a cave and then taken to the town's veterinarian, where he is accepted as a member of the family. When Bat Boy tries to fit in with the town, however, everyone turns on him. It's a dark comedy perfect for those that like something a bit more quirky for their Valentine's Day entertainment. (full disclosure: The author of this story works with Equinox and is involved in this production.)    “Romeo and Juliet”Denver Center Theatre CompanyDenver Performing Arts Complex1400 Curtis StreetDenver, CO 80202www.DenverCenter.orgTickets are $48 to $58What could be more romantic than Shakespeare’s classic “Romeo and Juliet?” This classic story about the star-crossed young lovers that meet with a tragic end is brought to vivid life by the Denver Center Theatre Company. It is a timeless love story that still packs a strong emotional wallop. View the list »
“Once Upon a Mattress”Performance Now Theatre CompanyLakewood Cultural Center470 S. Allison PkwyLakewood, CO 80226www.performancenow.orgTickets are $28“Once Upon a Mattress” is a very funny and lively musical that is loosely based on the fairy tale story of The Princess and the Pea. Yes, there is a pea, and yes there are a lot of mattresses. But there is also a mute King, a domineering Queen and the most unlikely of Princesses. It's a romantic fairy tale perfect for the whole family. 

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Valentine's Day weekend is here, and you certainly don't want to be caught without plans for you and your special someone. You can go to a movie any old time, but really treat your date with dinner and a live show. If you aren't up for something super romantic, then there are plenty of shows for every style and taste. Check out these great options for your Valentine's Day entertainment – there really is something for everyone.

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  • “Once Upon a Mattress”Performance Now Theatre CompanyLakewood Cultural Center470 S. Allison PkwyLakewood, CO 80226www.performancenow.orgTickets are $28“Once Upon a Mattress” is a very funny and lively musical that is loosely based on the fairy tale story of The Princess and the Pea. Yes, there is a pea, and yes there are a lot of mattresses. But there is also a mute King, a domineering Queen and the most unlikely of Princesses. It's a romantic fairy tale perfect for the whole family. 
  • “Romeo and Juliet”Denver Center Theatre CompanyDenver Performing Arts Complex1400 Curtis StreetDenver, CO 80202www.DenverCenter.orgTickets are $48 to $58What could be more romantic than Shakespeare’s classic “Romeo and Juliet?” This classic story about the star-crossed young lovers that meet with a tragic end is brought to vivid life by the Denver Center Theatre Company. It is a timeless love story that still packs a strong emotional wallop. 
  • “Bat Boy: The Musical”Equinox Theatre CompanyBug Theatre3654 Navajo StreetDenver, CO 80211www.EquinoxTheatreDenver.comTickets are $20Looking for something less than romantic this Valentine's Day? Then check out this hilarious musical based on the Weekly World News article about Bat Boy. It's the story of a half-human/half-bat creature that is found in a cave and then taken to the town's veterinarian, where he is accepted as a member of the family. When Bat Boy tries to fit in with the town, however, everyone turns on him. It's a dark comedy perfect for those that like something a bit more quirky for their Valentine's Day entertainment. (full disclosure: The author of this story works with Equinox and is involved in this production.)   
  • “City of Angels”Vintage Theatre Company1468 Dayton StreetAurora, CO 80011www.VintageTheatre.orgTickets are $25“City of Angels” is a wonderful musical that weaves two different stories together. It is a hilarious Hollywood comedy (performed in color) about the inner workings of a big-time Hollywood Production and a film noir detective drama (performed in black and white.) With great music, very lively dance numbers, and plenty of film noir style lingo, it's the perfect choice for those that love classic films. 
  • “Dark Wood”Denver's Dangerous Theatre2620 W. 2nd Ave #1Denver, CO 80219www.dangeroustheatre.comTickets are $10“Dark Wood” is the story of two apes that are raised in captivity and know little about the world. When they meet a more worldly and knowledgeable ape, they work together to escape captivity and get back to the wild. It is a comedy that challenges how perceptions of the world are influenced by their surroundings. Oh – and it's performed nude. Completely. After all, apes don't wear clothes – so neither to the actors. 
  • “R.U.R./LOL”LIDA ProjectWork | Space at The Laundry2701 Lawrence StreetDenver, CO 80205www.Lida.orgTickets are $25The LIDA Project is known for its tremendous experimental and original theatre and “R.U.R/LOL” is another LIDA show that is sure to be a fantastic journey. It is based on a 1920 Czech science-fiction play titled “Rossum's Universal Robots” which first introduced the word “robot” into the lexicon. It is the story of the end of humanity, when four robots remain. The production includes five technical performers running 13 video projectors in real time.
  • “The Vagina Monologues”Thingamajig Theatre CompanyPagosa Springs Center for the Arts2313 Eagle DrivePagosa Springs, CO 81147www.pagosacenter.orgTickets are $30If you are looking for a weekend getaway with your best female friends, then check out “The Vagina Monologues” in Pagosa Springs. It is a collection of monologues and shorts that were inspired by hundreds of interviews with women about their private parts. The goal of the piece is activism against sexual violence and sexual positivity. Plus, a trip to Pagosa Springs is the perfect weekend getaway with plenty of hotels and even hot springs to enjoy.
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A Denver native, Deb has been active in the Denver Theatre community since 1997. She is a founding member of Equinox Theatre Company and a freelance director for several companies in town. She is proud to work with theatres all over the Denver area and to be a part of such a supportive community....

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